The journal
Every guide we have written
Where to stay, when to go, and the honest verdict on whether it earns the money.
The 17-Day Journey to the End of the Earth
The Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica are not a cruise itinerary. They are a 17-day journey into a world of pengui…
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Colombia’s New Luxury Hotel Moment: Cartagena, Coffee Country and the Right Pace
Four Seasons Cartagena’s 2026 recognition is a reason to look again at Colombia’s luxury hotels—and to pair the Walled C…
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Six Minutes of Darkness: The 2027 Trip You Cannot Take Later
On August 2, 2027, the Moon will turn daylight into darkness across a narrow path from Spain to Egypt. This is how to ch…
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The Eclipse of the Century: Where to Stand on August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, daylight will disappear across a narrow band from southern Europe to the Middle East. Here is where t…
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The 8-Day Europe Trip That Feels Like a Month Away
An eight-day European trip can feel longer than a fortnight if you stop treating travel as a checklist. This is the slow…
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The New Brussels–Milan Night Train: The European Journey Worth Waking Up For
The new Brussels–Milan night train turns a flight route into a journey worth remembering. Here is how to choose a compar…
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Sri Lanka by Train and Car: Tea Country to the Coast
Sri Lanka rewards a mixed approach. Use the train where the landscape is the point, then switch to a car and driver when…
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How to Use Airline Stopovers to Get Two Trips for One Fare
A well-chosen stopover can turn a long-haul flight into two worthwhile trips, but only if you treat the connection as a…
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What Hotel Loyalty Status Is Actually Worth in 2026
Hotel loyalty status is often described as free luxury. In practice, its value depends on where you stay, how often you…
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