National Geographic
7 summer spritzes to try across Europe
The spritz has long been Europe’s favourite summer cocktail, centuries-old classics served everywhere from Venetian aperitivo spots to rooftop bars in London and Paris.
The GuardianJun 5
Watersports, biking and island escapes: readers’ favourite family holidays
From boat trips on Lake Garda to zip-wiring in Wales, you share your favourite family-friendly breaks in Europe • Tell us about a glamorous seaside hotel that didn’t break the bank? The best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Lake Garda gave us one of the most memorable and unexpected family holidays yet. We hired a car and headed from Milan to Unesco-listed Peschiera del Garda and the family-focu…
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- Gelateria la RomanaRestaurantPeschiera del Garda, Italywonderful ice-cream
- Monte BaldoSightMalcesine, Italycable car to the top for views
- visitaland.comPlaceMariehamn, Aland Islandsbook cabins and ferries
- Port de Plaisance campsitePlaceBénodet, Francewater slides, pools, karaoke, petanque
- Royal Yachting AssociationPlaceSalcombe, United Kingdominstructor level sailing courses
- Bluestone national park resortPlaceCardigan, United Kingdombrilliant pool, indoor/outdoor fun
- MadurodamMuseumThe Hague, The Netherlandsminiature version of Netherlands
- Railway museumMuseumUtrecht, The Netherlandsbest of its kind with VR train ride
- LinnaeushofSightHaarlem, The Netherlandsone of Europe's largest playgrounds
- BrittanyNeighborhoodRennes, Francesomething for all generations
Condé Nast TravelerJan 10
Your 2026 Sports Travel Bucket List, From Milan to Mexico
From Wimbledon to the Melbourne Cup, here’s your month-by-month guide to the year’s must-see sporting events around the globe.
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- 2026 Winter OlympicsFestivalAlpine, skating, and ice competitions set against Dolomites.
- Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter GamesFestivalShowcases athletes competing in six para-sports.
- Elsewhere
- Six Nations RugbyFestivalLondon, United KingdomEurope's premier rugby tournament uniting six storied nations.
- Australian OpenFestivalMelbourne, AustraliaKicks off the year's tennis calendar with sun-splashed courts.
- Hard Rock StadiumSightMiami Gardens, United StatesHosts the coronation game of the college football season.
- X GamesFestivalAspen, United StatesHosts skiers, snowboarders, and snowmobile athletes.
- Australian Grand PrixFestivalMelbourne, AustraliaFormula 1 season opener with high-speed drama.
- Final FourFestivalIndianapolis, United StatesCulmination of March Madness, college basketball.
- Masters TournamentFestivalAugusta, United StatesElegant rite of spring marked by meticulous course conditions.
- Boston MarathonFestivalBoston, United StatesWorld's oldest annual marathon embodying perseverance and heart.
- Kentucky DerbyFestivalLouisville, United StatesMost recognizable event in American horse racing.
- Champions League FinalFestivalBudapest, HungaryCulminating match of European club football.
- French OpenFestivalParis, FranceOnly Grand Slam played on clay courts.
- 2026 FIFA World CupFestivalMexico City, MexicoFirst edition to feature 48 teams across three countries.
- NBA FinalsFestivalNew York, United StatesDetermines the league champion through a best-of-seven series.
- US OpenFestivalSouthampton, United StatesOne of golf’s four major championships.
- WimbledonFestivalLondon, United KingdomOldest tennis tournament in the world defined by traditions.
- British Grand PrixFestivalSilverstone, United KingdomOne of Formula 1’s longest-running races.
- PalioFestivalSiena, ItalyHistoric horse race contested between Siena’s districts.
- WNBA All-Star WeekendFestivalChicago, United StatesHighlights the league’s top players and women's basketball growth.
- Commonwealth GamesFestivalGlasgow, United KingdomEvent structured around shared histories, bringing athletes together.
- Super Bowl LXFestivalSanta Clara, United StatesAmerica's unofficial national holiday, sport and cultural showcase.
- T20 World CupFestivalMumbai, IndiaCricket's fastest format with explosive batting and stadiums.
- Tour de FranceFestivalParis, FranceSpans 21 stages across varied terrain.
Condé Nast TravelerOct 1, 2025
16 Best Hotels in Milan for 2025 Visits
Where to bed down during your city stay.
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- BulgariHotelglamorous hotel for people watching
- Mandarin Oriental, MilanHotelelegant boiserie crafted by artisans
- ME Milan Il DucaHotelrooftop bar with deep house music
- BreraNeighborhoodartistic and bohemian heart of city
- Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, MilanHotelode to Milan's soul
- Portrait MilanoRestaurantrestoration of baroque religious college
- Casa BaglioniHotelcelebrates midcentury Milanese artists
- Fashion QuadrilateralNeighborhoodlocation of Portrait Milano
- ArmaniHotelalong narrow streets
- Park Hyatt MilanoHotelin an 18th-century palazzo
- Galleria Vittorio Emanuele IIAttractionHoused within a four-story double arcade in the centre of town, the Galleria is named after Victor Emmanuel II, the…
- Castello SforzescoAttractionStorica fortezza nel cuore della città di Milano, il Castello Sforzesco ospita 8 Musei e 9 Istituti culturali.
- Teatro alla ScalaTheatreBenvenuto nel sito web del Teatro alla Scala a Milano, dove prenotare biglietti online, guardare il programma della…
- Pellico 3Restaurantsupper is an event
- Mio LabRestaurantbar emphasizes creative mixology
- DehorsCafépatio for sipping spritzes
- Mandarin Bar & BistrotRestaurantsip inventive cocktails
- SetaRestaurantMichelin-starred creative Italian dishes
- Bulgari Hotel MilanoHotelgorgeous gardens for sipping cocktails
- Four Seasons Hotel MilanoHotelin a 15th-century convent
- Mandarin OrientalHotel
- Four SeasonsHotel
- LaFavia MilanoGuest house
- Room Mate GiuliaHotel
- Senato Hotel MilanoHotel
- Locanda PandenusRestaurant
- DuomoTrain station