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See. Birds of the World in the Skies Over Alcorcón Sculpture by Luis Arias Vera in Plaza de la Hispanidad celebrating flight and nature. Museo Torre del Vino Explore viticulture and enjoy panoramic vineyard views from the tower in Socuéllamos. Basílica del Pilar Visit this iconic basilica in Zaragoza, a key monument of the city. Alhambra A stunning Moorish palace and fortress in Granada, a pilgrimage spot for centuries.

Eat. El Tubo Graze the tapas lanes in Zaragoza for celebrated local chocolate shops. Calle Cava Baja Tapas-hop the bars and taverns in Madrid for a vibrant culinary experience. Aponiente Chef Ángel León's experimental seafood restaurant in Puerto de Santa María, with three Michelin stars. La Xiquella Sample scrumptious cheeses at this artisan dairy in Sant Esteve d’en Bas.

Stay. Retiro Base yourself here to walk the Paseo del Prado's museums in Madrid. Chueca Madrid's LGBTQ+ central neighborhood, offering a lively atmosphere. Malasaña Ideal for night owls in Madrid, known for its vibrant nightlife. The Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid One of the top-rated hotels in Spain by Condé Nast Traveler readers.

The GuardianOct 18, 2026

‘We hang on to summer a little longer here’: five of the best places for autumn sun in Europe and Turkey

If you’re looking for a last blast of summer, these sunny resorts offer quiet beaches but enough life to stave off the end-of-season blues A Kalkan sunset is always a beautiful thing – the horseshoe-shaped bay deepening to azure blue against an apricot-rose sky – but, in October, when the light is low and the sun drops early, it’s almost transcendentally lovely. In some Turkish resorts, you’d b…

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  • KaputasSightKalkan, TurkeyGlittering beach sandwiched into a triangular gap.
  • BezirganNeighborhoodKalkan, TurkeyMountain village, former summer retreat for Kalkan residents.
  • Pirha Köy SofrasıRestaurantBezirgan, TurkeyServes traditional manti and kofte.
  • Lycian WayTrailBezirgan, TurkeyWeaves through Bezirgan village past Ottoman-era grain stores.
  • Fountain Terrace Cocktail BarRestaurantKalkan, TurkeyPopular spot on a roof terrace.
  • Merkez CafeRestaurantKalkan, TurkeyKalkan institution since the early 1990s for people-watching.
  • Blue MarlinRestaurantKalkan, TurkeyTucked away beneath the Pirat hotel, serves meze.
  • White HouseHotelKalkan, TurkeyOffers double rooms with breakfast.
  • Los TarahisRestaurantAgua Amarga, SpainTraditional chiringuito on the beach serving seafood.
  • Cabo de Gata nature reserveSightAgua Amarga, SpainInland reserve with winding ramblas and abandoned goldmines.
  • Hotel Las CalasHotelAgua Amarga, SpainOffers double rooms.
  • Casa VelaHotelCascais, PortugalSpacious sidestreet bolthole with a tropical garden sauna.
  • Casa das Histórias Paula RegoMuseumCascais, PortugalPyramid-shaped museum featuring works by Paula Rego.
  • Praia do GuinchoSightCascais, PortugalGlorious dune-backed beach battered by winds.
  • Moorish CastleSightSintra, PortugalCastle with hewn stairs in Sintra.
  • National Palace of PenaSightSintra, PortugalFairytale palace with vibrant burgundy-and-yellow facade.
  • UliassiRestaurantSenigallia, ItalyThree Michelin stars, ambitious local cuisine.
  • Madonnina del PescatoreRestaurantSenigallia, ItalyTwo Michelin stars, ambitious local cuisine.
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The GuardianOct 16

‘A haven of soft light, warm sunshine and sandy beaches’: readers’ favourite autumn escapes

In search of autumn festivals, good food and islands where it still feels like summer? We asked you to recommend your best off-season breaks • Tell us about a spooky spot in the UK – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Last October, while I was cycling around south-west France, near the Spanish border, a tip from a local waiter led me to Collioure , near Perpignan. The town was like a Medi…

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  • Tagus RiverPublic artworkLisbon, PortugalBoat trips offer views of pastel-coloured hills at sunset.
  • Aljafería palaceSightZaragoza, SpainStunning palace to explore.
  • Mercado dos LavradoresMarketFunchal, PortugalThe building was designed by Edmundo Tavares and opened on 24 November 1940.
  • Le MouréNeighborhoodCollioure, FrancePastel-coloured alleyways for happy hour wine and fish tapas.
  • Ponto FinalRestaurantLisbon, PortugalWaterside taverna for coffee, pastries, anchovies, and beer.
  • WhitesandsSightSt Davids, United KingdomCoastal path towards beaches, good for watching seals.
  • RakotzbrückeSightBad Muskau, GermanyDevil's Bridge reached by a narrow gauge forest railway.
  • Charco AzulSightEl Hierro, SpainVolcanic swimming hole on the rugged coastline.
  • South West Coast PathTrailWoolacombe, United KingdomCoastal walking route accessible from Woolacombe.
  • St Abb's HeadNature reserveSt Abbs, United KingdomDramatic clifftop walk with seabirds and sea air.
  • harbour cafeRestaurantSt Abbs, United KingdomServes fresh crab rolls.
  • White MountainsNature reserveChania, GreeceMountains where sun shone while northern coast had rain.
  • Loutro ferryPlacePalaiochora, GreeceFerry that sets the town's rhythms.
  • Plaza del PilarSightZaragoza, SpainLocation for a vast floral tribute to the Virgin Mary.
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Lonely PlanetOct 15

Best Boutique Hotels in Europe: 15 Design-Forward Stays Worth the Trip

A villa in Italy, a mansion in Greece and a spa in Mallorca are among our picks of the best boutique hotels in Europe, with price guidance and booking tips.

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  • PassalacquaHotelMoltrasio, Italy18th-century villa on Lake Como with 'grand villa cuisine'.
  • Violino d’OroHotelVenice, ItalyMusic-inspired hotel on the Moisè Canal.
  • Casa BonavitaHotelAttard, Malta300-year-old noble palazzo with restored baroque arches.
  • Valletta BarRestaurantAttard, MaltaBar with hand-painted wallpaper creating a storybook feel.
  • Burg Hotel OberlechHotelLech am Arlberg, AustriaCharming ski lodge with minimalist mountain motif design.
  • KriegeralpeRestaurantLech am Arlberg, AustriaHotel's mountain lodge serving gourmet cuisine.
  • Hotel TwentySevenHotelAmsterdam, The NetherlandsSuite-only hotel with maximalist design near Royal Palace.
  • Restaurant BougainvilleRestaurantAmsterdam, The NetherlandsHotel restaurant with an impressive breakfast spread.
  • Stamba HotelHotelTbilisi, GeorgiaHotel in former publishing house with libraries in rooms.
  • D BlockPlaceTbilisi, GeorgiaCoworking space catering to the city's creative community.
  • Aman Sveti StefanHotelSveti Stefan, MontenegroPrivate island hotel in a 15th-century fishing village.
  • Eleven Deplar FarmHotelÓlafsfjörður, IcelandFormer sheep farm with modern architecture and indoor-outdoor pool.
  • Hotel NeriHotelBarcelona, SpainHotel in Gothic Quarter on Plaça de Sant Felip Neri.
  • Sextanto Albergo DiffusoHotelApennine Mountains, ItalyFortified medieval village transformed into a boutique hotel.
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AfarOct 14

Forget the Heat and Crowds of Summer. The Newest Trend in Europe Cruises? A Fall Harvest Wine Sailing

Fall cruises through Europe’s wine regions offer a unique glimpse at a magical time for wine production: harvest season.

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Atlas ObscuraOct 13

‘Birds of the World in the Skies Over Alcorcón’ in Alcorcón, Spain

Look up in Alcorcón and you might spot a flock of birds frozen forever in flight. They won’t migrate, sing, or flap their wings, but these colorful creatures have an important story to tell. Birds of the World in the Skies Over Alcorcón, created in 2009 by Peruvian artist Luis Arias Vera, fills Plaza de la Hispanidad with an exuberant celebration of flight and the natural world. Arias Vera saw…

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Atlas ObscuraOct 8

Museo Torre del Vino in Socuéllamos, Spain

In Socuéllamos, you can climb a tower without ever leaving the world of wine. The Museo Torre del Vino occupies the town’s former railway station, but its most eye-catching feature is the improbable tower rising above it—a vertical tribute to the grape in the heart of La Mancha. Opened in 2014, the museum explores Socuéllamos’s long relationship with viticulture, from grape cultivation and trad…

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Lonely PlanetOct 7

Where to Stay in Madrid

For landmarks, nightlife, parks and more.

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Lonely PlanetOct 6

Best Things to Do in Zaragoza, Spain

Dip into Spanish, Roman and Moorish history – and rich Spanish cuisine – with this list of the best things to do in Zaragoza, Spain.

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National GeographicOct 6

These European Islands Are Open for Winter

Europe’s islands offer plenty of reasons to travel beyond summer, with year-round direct flights allowing travellers to experience vibrant carnivals, dark-sky stargazing and wildlife spotting. From ...

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

The Best Cities in the World: 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards

These are the best cities in the world, as voted by Condé Nast Traveler readers.

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  • Amalfi CoastSightAmalfi, ItalyRomantic coastline with cliffs, beaches, and towns
  • Old TownHostelDubrovnik, CroatiaArea that feels like stepping back into time
  • Playa de la ConchaSightSan Sebastián, SpainBeach to lounge on or watch surfers
  • Parte ViejaNeighborhoodSan Sebastián, SpainCentral area for pintxo bar hopping
  • GrosNeighborhoodSan Sebastián, SpainArea for watching surfer culture
  • Monte IgueldoViewpointSan Sebastián, SpainOffers breathtaking views from its summit
  • DouroSightPorto, PortugalRiver offering views of Porto's houses and towers
  • KapellbrückeSightLucerne, SwitzerlandOldest covered bridge in Europe
  • Rathaus BrauereiRestaurantLucerne, SwitzerlandHome - Die Rathausbrauerei am Reussufer in Luzern.
  • Mandarin Oriental Palace, LuzernHotelLucerne, SwitzerlandArt Nouveau hotel with lake views
  • Fábrica La AuroraGallerySan Miguel de Allende, MexicoFormer textile factory with artisan shops
  • Rosewood San Miguel de AllendeHotelSan Miguel de Allende, MexicoOasis with rooftop tapas bar and skyline views
  • AperiRestaurantSan Miguel de Allende, MexicoChef's table for dining with fresh regional flavors
  • Aquaflor FirenzePlaceFlorence, ItalyWorkshop on history of perfume-making
  • Gucci GardenMuseumFlorence, ItalyMuseum charting fashion juggernaut's evolution
  • La StrozzinaMuseumFlorence, ItalyCenter for contemporary culture
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6

Top 15 Hotels in Spain: Readers’ Choice Awards 2026

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in Spain.

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The GuardianOct 4

Alone with the stars, lynx and wolves in ‘Empty Spain’

A world away from the tourist hotspots of the coast, Extremadura and Castile and León offer unpolluted skies, lower prices – and hope for the future of vulnerable wildlife As photographed at night from a satellite, or the International Space Station (ISS), the Iberian peninsula looks encrusted with lights along its coastal edges. Madrid forms a big pulsing cluster near the centre, while surroun…

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  • ParadoresHotelstate-owned network offering affordable rooms in historic buildings
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  • Extremadura Buenas NochesPlaceExtremadura, Spainastrotourism initiative for optimal stargazing sites
  • La SiberiaNeighborhoodExtremadura, Spainremote outpost named for early road and railway workers
  • Corral de los LobosSightExtremadura, Spainancient stone enclosure on a hilltop to trap wolves
  • Garganta de los InfiernosSightExtremadura, Spainnature reserve named for water sounds through gorges
  • Monfragüe national parkSightMonfragüe, Spainwhere the Iberian lynx population is climbing
  • Gredos mountainsSightGredos, Spainflanking mountains where Iberian wolf has made a comeback
  • Alimentación SaraMarketValverde de la Vera, Spaingrocery store with local delicacies like figs and paprika
  • Meson de San MartínRestaurantSan Martín del Castañar, Spainstonebuilt tavern serving grilled mushrooms and local produce
  • Alfonso Buenaventura CalvoPlaceSan Martín del Castañar, Spaincheery chef and co-owner of Meson de San Martín
  • BelénPlaceSan Martín del Castañar, Spainco-owner of Meson de San Martín
  • Aventura JertePlaceJerte, Spainoffers tours with nature guide Alberto Garzón Fernández
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Lonely PlanetOct 2

12 Top Things to Do in Madrid

Madrid is one of Europe

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 1

One of Europe's Oldest Cities Is Also an Amazing, Underrated Place to Eat

An Andalusian food scene so often overshadowed by the likes of Seville and Granada is finally stepping out of the shadows.

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  • GadisushiRestaurantCádiz, SpainUnassuming stall with superb toro sashimi, prawn gyoza, scallops
  • Taberna Casa MantecaRestaurantCádiz, SpainEmblematic tavern famous for tapas and bullfighting atmosphere
  • AponienteRestaurantPuerto de Santa María, SpainAndalusia's first three-Michelin-star seafood restaurant
  • La CaletaSightCádiz, SpainGolden horseshoe-shaped inner-city beach
  • Mercado de AbastosMarketCádiz, SpainOne of Spain's oldest fresh food markets, dating to 1838
  • Marisco CamiloRestaurantCádiz, SpainSelect fish to be fried at nearby Bar Carrusel
  • Bar CarruselRestaurantCádiz, SpainFries fish selected from Marisco Camilo for a cover charge
  • La ViñaSuburbCádiz, SpainMain foodie neighborhood, chock-a-block with restaurants and bars
  • Casa MantecaRestaurantCádiz, SpainFamous tavern offering sherry, chicharrones, and Payoyo goat cheese
  • Freiduría Las FloresRestaurantCádiz, SpainHistoric chippy known for battered cuttlefish chocos
  • El FaroRestaurantCádiz, SpainSeafood institution known for tortilla de camarones
  • Código de BarraRestaurantCádiz, SpainFirst Michelin-starred restaurant in Cádiz, tasting menus
  • Taberna La ManzanillaPubCádiz, SpainFounded in 1932, serves only sherry
  • Casa RafaelRestaurantCádiz, SpainTraditional tavern offering fresh fish and seafood
  • Heladería La Cremeria Gelato ItalianoIce cream shopCádiz, SpainWorld's number one gelato maker, star flavor 'Sherrymisú'
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Condé Nast TravelerSep 29

The 7 Wonders of Spain for Roman Theaters, Medieval Cathedrals, and Volcanic National Parks

The definitive places to add to your Spain bucket list this year

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  • AlhambraSightGranada, SpainFortress of the Nasrid Sultans, more a small city than palace.
  • Ribeira SacraHotelGalicia, SpainDramatic scenery with rolling vineyards and walking trails.
  • Mezquita de CórdobaPlace of worshipCórdoba, SpainUnique monument, blend of Islamic and Christian architecture.
  • Teide National ParkSightTenerife, SpainVolcanic landscape with Spain's tallest peak, El Teide.
  • Bardenas RealesSightNavarra, SpainEurope's most spectacular desert landscapes, a nature reserve.
  • Cabo de GataSightAlmería, SpainSun-soaked coastline with beaches, caves, and volcanic rocks.
  • Roman TheatreSightMérida, Spain
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Atlas ObscuraSep 29

Metro Argüelles Mosaic in Madrid, Spain

Madrid’s Metro is more than a way to get around the city. Over the years, the network has continually sought to improve and embellish its stations, turning otherwise functional spaces into unexpected galleries. Among the tiled walls, historic details, and contemporary artworks, passengers can stumble upon small pieces of Madrid’s visual and cultural heritage while waiting for the next train. Th…

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  • Argüelles stationTrain stationMetro station with a mosaic depicting Parque del Oeste.
  • Parque del OesteParkBefore the 20th century, the land that the park currently occupies was the main landfill of the city.
  • Teleférico de MadridSightIt is 2,457 metres (8,061 ft) long and links the Parque del Oeste with the Casa de Campo.
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National GeographicSep 28

6 of the Best Bike Trails in Europe

Across the continent, rail-trail conversions and other greenways offer travelers a way to slow down and immerse themselves in cobblestone squares, historic cathedrals, and other wonders.

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Smithsonian MagazineSep 25

Seven Places in Europe That Legends Say Were Built by Giants, Devils or Dragons

Bridges, mountains, caves and rock formations that seem impossible to explain become magnets for folklore

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  • Devil's BridgeSightAberystwyth, United KingdomSpans the Mynach Gorge with three bridges, one above another.
  • Strata Florida AbbeySightAberystwyth, United KingdomMonks from here may have built the oldest bridge.
  • Giant's CausewayTrain stationBushmills, United Kingdom40,000 interlocking dark basalt columns form a natural pavement.
  • Fingal's CaveSightFionnphort, United KingdomFormed from tall basalt columns, with waves carving out the cavern.
  • Mount PilatusSightLucerne, SwitzerlandAssociated with dragons said to possess healing powers.
  • Luzerner DrachensteinSightLucerne, SwitzerlandSaid to have been dropped by a dragon flying from Mount Rigi.
  • LoreleiSightSankt Goarshausen, GermanyA steep slate outcrop rising 410 feet above the Rhine.
  • Pont del DiableSightTarragona, SpainA Roman aqueduct carrying water to the ancient city of Tarraco.
  • St. Michael's MountSightPenzance, United KingdomA tidal island with an ancient cobbled causeway.
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Condé Nast TravelerSep 25

The Best Airbnbs in Madrid Across the City's Top Neighborhoods

Tap into local life with these beautiful Madrid Airbnbs—complete with historic balconies, contemporary interiors, and unbeatable central locations.

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Atlas ObscuraSep 24

Replica of the Portal of the Casa de la Cadena in Navalcarnero, Spain

Navalcarnero may be a small town southwest of Madrid, but its streets are steeped in history. Founded in the 15th century, it became an important stop between Madrid and Toledo and is now particularly celebrated for its wine production. The town's vineyards form part of the Denomination of Origin Vinos de Madrid, and its winemaking tradition has long been one of Navalcarnero's defining features…

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 21

12 Wine Hotels Around the World Where You Can Sip, Sleep, and Stomp Grapes

The best wine hotels don’t just pour local bottles—they immerse guests in the people, places, and traditions behind them.

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 21

The Very Best Pizza in the World, Ranked

From New York to Tokyo to São Paulo, the best pizza in the world is scattered across the globe.

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  • Pizzeria SeiRestaurantLos Angeles, United StatesNeapolitan-style pizza executed with Japanese precision
  • Tony's Pizza NapoletanaRestaurantSan Francisco, United StatesDelivers a heady variety of regional pizza styles
  • RazzaRestaurantJersey City, United StatesNaturally leavened, wood-fired dough with locavore toppings
  • Pizza Bar on 38thRestaurantTokyo, JapanElevated pies served in an intimate, personal style
  • Napoli on the RoadRestaurantLondon, United KingdomModern interpretation of Neapolitan tradition with three locations
  • Una Pizza NapoletanaRestaurantNew York, United StatesExpression of Anthony Mangieri’s decades-long pursuit of pizza
  • ConfineRestaurantMilan, ItalyOffers tasting menus with wine and cocktail pairings
  • I Masanielli – Francesco MartucciRestaurantCaserta, ItalyRedefining what the iconic dish can be with maximalist creations
  • Seu Pizza IlluminatiRestaurantRome, ItalySleek, modern design with award-winning creative pizzas
  • Leggera Pizza NapoletanaRestaurantSão Paulo, BrazilSignature classics like Margherita Verace for balance and cleanliness
  • RistoPizza by Napoli Sta CaRestaurantTokyo, JapanAuthenticity and experience built on Neapolitan roots
  • BaldoriaRestaurantMadrid, SpainOffers pizza two ways with live musical acts nightly
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Lonely PlanetSep 21

Top LGBTQ+ Destinations Around the World

Discover the most progressive, inclusive and accepting LGBTQ+ destinations around the world.

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  • Herring Cove BeachSightProvincetown, United StatesOfficial websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
  • West VillageNeighborhoodNew York City, United StatesSite of the 1969 Stonewall uprising, birthplace of the gay rights movement.
  • A-HousePlaceProvincetown, United StatesKnown for riotous parties in Provincetown.
  • SohoSuburbLondon, United KingdomLondon's West End epicenter of queer life and LGBTQ+ bars.
  • Admiral DuncanPubLondon, United KingdomGay pub in Soho, site of a 1999 bombing, now a symbol of resilience.
  • Karangahape RoadNeighborhoodAuckland, New ZealandAuckland's LGBTQ+ nightlife hub, also known as 'K Road'.
  • The EagleBarAuckland, New ZealandUnpretentious Auckland watering hole welcoming the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Family BarBarAuckland, New ZealandAuckland club with a dance floor and weekly drag shows.
  • Emiliano ZapataNeighborhoodPuerto Vallarta, MexicoPuerto Vallarta's queer nightlife center, also called Old Town.
  • Almar ResortHotelPuerto Vallarta, MexicoAn LGBTQ-exclusive hotel in Puerto Vallarta.
  • Mr FlamingoBarPuerto Vallarta, MexicoBeachy, indoor/outdoor spot for socializing in Puerto Vallarta.
  • Blondies Loft + SlushbarRestaurantPuerto Vallarta, MexicoComic book-inspired bar in Puerto Vallarta.
  • La NocheBarPuerto Vallarta, MexicoSleek and trendy bar in Puerto Vallarta.
  • Playa de los MuertosSightPuerto Vallarta, MexicoKnown as PV's 'gay beach'.
  • L'EixampleNeighborhoodBarcelona, SpainBarcelona's 'Gaixample', one of Europe's biggest LGBTQ+ boroughs.
  • Platja de la Mar BellaSightBarcelona, SpainBarcelona's premier gay beach, clothing-optional.
  • Arena ClassicRestaurantBarcelona, SpainPopular lesbian bar and staple in Barcelona.
  • Candy DarlingBarBarcelona, SpainWarhol-inspired club in Barcelona with nightly dancing.
  • Stonewall InnBarNew York City, United StatesSite of the 1969 uprising.
  • Hell's KitchenNeighborhoodNew York City, United StatesManhattan neighborhood packed with LGBTQ+-owned restaurants and bars.
  • Industry barBarNew York City, United StatesWildly popular nightlife spot in Hell's Kitchen.
  • Bear WeekFestivalProvincetown, United States
  • Girl SplashFestivalProvincetown, United States
  • TransWeekFestivalProvincetown, United States
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Atlas ObscuraSep 21

Puerta del Hospital de la Latina in Madrid, Spain

There is something delightfully disorienting about stumbling across a 500-year-old Gothic doorway in the grounds of Madrid’s School of Architecture. Surrounded by modern university buildings and the comings and goings of students, the ornate stone portal looks as though it has taken a wrong turn somewhere in the city. In fact, it has—but quite a long time ago. Known as the Puerta del Hospital d…

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Lonely PlanetSep 20

A Guide to León, Spain

From tantalizing tapas to architectural treasures, get to know the underrated city of León in northwestern Spain.

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The GuardianSep 20

10 of the best mountain huts in Europe: bunkrooms, bothies and bonhomie

Beautifully situated refuges with superlative views offering sanctuary to intrepid hikers and climbers A good mountain hut, I reckon, should be small and only accessible on foot after considerable effort. Throw in a bit of historical interest and I’m bound to be happy. In which case, Cabaña Verónica in the Picos de Europa is a fine start to this list. It sleeps six, and at 2,325 metres requires…

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  • Cabaña VerónicaPlacePicos de Europa, SpainFormer US Navy battleship gun turret, sleeps six.
  • LåktatjåkkoPlaceLappland, SwedenThe mountain station was built in 1939 in the middle of the Second World War.
  • Chata pod RysmiPlaceTatra Mountains, SlovakiaTraditional, well-run, basic, close to Rysy summit.
  • KredaricaPlaceTriglav National Park, SloveniaLast stop before Triglav summit, magnificent views.
  • Le Refuge de Ciottulu di MoriPlaceCorsica, FranceBare bones dining room, communal sleeping for 26.
  • BreiðvikPlaceEast Iceland, IcelandOn the coast with bunk rooms and well-appointed kitchen.
  • Elphin BothyPlaceAssynt, United KingdomFormer shepherd's cottage with a fireplace.
  • Rifugio NuvolauPlaceDolomites, ItalyOriginally built in 1883, known for stunning light and color.
  • Rifugio LagazuoiPlaceDolomites, Italy
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Lonely PlanetSep 19

Spain's Classic One Dish Wonders

From ham, cheese and soup to tortilla, paella and fresh seafood, these classic Spanish flavors are unforgettable. Here are the best places to try them.

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  • Galician-style octopusRestaurantGalicia, SpainServed on wooden plates as a tapa or ración.
  • Festa do Pulpo de O CarballiñoFestivalOurense, SpainHeld each August near Ourense, prepares 30,000kg of octopus.
  • O Gato NegroPubSantiago de Compostela, SpainCentury-old tavern serving Rías Baixas octopus.
  • Pulpeira de MelideRestaurantA Coruña, SpainTaberna en clave de siglo XXI en la que se combina la tradicional pulpeira familiar con una cocina gallega actualizada…
  • PercebesRestaurantCosta da Morte, SpainPrized crustaceans harvested by hand among cliffs.
  • Potato omeletRestaurantMadrid, SpainDeliciously gooey tortilla de patatas, often with onion.
  • Bodega de la ArdosaBarMadrid, SpainClassic 1892-opened Madrid tavern known for prize-winning tortilla.
  • Pez TortillaPubMadrid, SpainSeveral branches wow diners with traditional and creative tortilla.
  • Tortilla de BetanzosRestaurantBetanzos, SpainOnion-free variation known for being extra-runny.
  • Jamón ibéricoRestaurantExtremadura, SpainProduced from ibérico-breed pigs in the southwest.
  • La CarboneríaRestaurantMérida, SpainSmart Mérida restaurant for local jamón ibérico.
  • AtrioHotelCáceres, SpainTriple-Michelin-star restaurant with ibérico-pork tasting menus.
  • Langostinos de SanlúcarRestaurantSanlúcar de Barrameda, SpainSpecialty of Sanlúcar de Barrameda, pairs with manzanilla sherry.
  • Gamba blanca de HuelvaRestaurantHuelva, SpainA favorite in Cádiz and neighboring Huelva.
  • Gambas rojas de la Costa BravaRestaurantCosta Brava, SpainPrized type from Palamós has its own certification label.
  • Gambas al ajilloRestaurantAndalucía, SpainTraditional dish of coastal Andalucía in sizzling olive oil.
  • Casa BigoteRestaurantSanlúcar de Barrameda, SpainRenowned for fresh langostinos and gambas blancas.
  • Bar MutRestaurantBarcelona, SpainBistro-vibe bar for gambas de Palamós.
  • Paella ValencianaFast foodValencia, SpainTraditional dish from Valencia, made in a large flat pan.
  • Bon AireRestaurantLa Albufera, SpainPrize-winning paella valenciana made with own-produced rice.
  • Casa CarmelaRestaurantValencia, SpainTop spot for paella valenciana near the beach.
  • Anchoas de SantoñaRestaurantSantoña, SpainSalt-cured delicacies from the Bay of Biscay.
  • Bodega del RiojanoRestaurantSantander, SpainServes anchoas de Santoña or matrimonio topped with peppers.
  • El PolloBarBarcelona, Spain
  • Mantequerias PirenaicasRestaurantBarcelona, Spain
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The GuardianSep 18

‘Gateways to heaven’: readers’ favourite trips in Europe’s mountains

From the foothills of the Pyrenees to the peaks of the Dolomites, you share your top views, meals and adventures at altitude • Tell us about a trip to Germany – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher No doubt your first thought on hearing the words “double-decker” is of a bus. But in the Swiss village of Stans, an old wooden funicular carriage ascends to the station, where a double-decker cab…

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  • Route 66TrailVaduz, LiechtensteinMulti-day hike traversing the Drei Schwestern
  • MuckishSightLetterkenny, IrelandFlat-topped mountain in north-west Donegal
  • Poisoned GlenNeighborhoodLetterkenny, IrelandIt is located beside Errigal and extends beyond Glenveagh National Park, facing Loch Altan.
  • Glenveagh national parkSightLetterkenny, IrelandPark with scenic drives and unexpected views
  • Rifugio AgostiniHotelPinzolo, ItalyMountain hut with hearty food and jagged peak views
  • Sharr mountains national parkSightPrizren, KosovoNational park south of Prizren
  • Zhupa valleyNeighborhoodPrizren, KosovoSpectacular valley drive
  • Lumbardhi riverSightPrizren, KosovoRiver flowing through a steep-sided gorge
  • Via dei Monti LarianiTrailCernobbio, Italy78-mile trail on the western shore of Lake Como
  • Lake ComoSightComo, ItalyLake with mountain pastures and views towards the Alps
  • Fox HouseHotelTremp, SpainGuest house with panoramic views and art
  • Tremp valleyNeighborhoodTremp, SpainValley in the foothills of the Spanish Pyrenees
  • Camping GrubhofPlaceLofer, AustriaCampsite with mountain views and pool access
  • Rifugio BertoneHotelCourmayeur, ItalyThe Rifugio Giorgio Bertone (2,000 m above sea level) is located in the Aosta Valley, in the municipality of…
  • Balconata Val FerretTrailCourmayeur, ItalyWalking area with views over Mont Blanc
  • Hotel KrojetHotelPrizren, Kosovo
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Lonely PlanetSep 18

Cycling on Spain’s Costa Brava and in Southern France

Follow photographer Cole Wilson on his 2-week cycling journey from Barcelona to Marseille with his longtime pals.

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  • Rostisseria Pillo PolloFast foodCadaqués, SpainProvided rotisserie chicken to go for a picnic
  • Casa Museu DalíMuseumCadaqués, SpainTours of the house were sold out, opted for gardens
  • Chez NoïRestaurantPerpignan, FranceIncredible Szechuan spot in Perpignan
  • Domaine Les SerralsPlaceFaugères, FranceVineyard visit, helped pick mourvèdre
  • Canal du MidiSightMarseille, FranceFlat riding along the canal, filled with hired houseboats
  • LimmatRestaurantMarseille, FranceSeafood restaurant with low prices
  • La Grande-MotteNeighborhoodMarseille, FranceBrutalist resort town spanning kilometers of coast
  • Les GoudesNeighborhoodMarseille, FranceTiny fishing village on a peninsula south of Marseille
  • Le Corbusier’s Unité d’HabitationSightMarseille, FranceStunning brutalist housing complex built in 1945
  • RipailleRestaurantMarseille, FranceHomey, wine-forward restaurant with cavernous dining room
  • Chez MariusRestaurantNarbonne, France
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National GeographicSep 17

5 of the Best Dark Sky Destinations in Europe for Stargazing

From the Canaries to the Scottish Borders, Europe is dotted with remote landscapes where exceptionally dark skies make stargazing an unforgettable part of the journey.

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  • Kerry International Dark Sky ReserveSightKerry, IrelandFirst Gold Tier International Dark Sky Reserve in Northern Hemisphere.
  • Syrjävaara Dark Sky CenterSightSyrjävaara, FinlandReceived Finland’s first international Dark Sky Park certification.
  • Roque de los Muchachos ObservatorySightLa Palma, SpainPerimeter closed at night, but viewpoints nearby offer free stargazing.
  • Galloway Forest ParkSightDumfries, United KingdomOver 7,000 stars and planets visible with the naked eye.
  • Clatteringshaws LochSightDumfries, United KingdomIt was created by damming the Galloway River Dee as part of the Galloway Hydro Electric Scheme.
  • GlentroolSightDumfries, United KingdomThe mountain bike routes are part of the 7Stanes project by Forestry and Land Scotland throughout the Scottish Borders…
  • Bannau Brycheiniog National ParkSightBrecon, United KingdomMountains become silhouettes, nocturnal wildlife takes over at night.
  • Usk ReservoirSightBrecon, United KingdomThe county boundary between Carmarthenshire and Powys runs through the reservoir which lies about six miles to the…
  • Llanthony PriorySightBrecon, United KingdomIt lies seven miles north of Abergavenny on an old road to…
  • Stroan LochSightDumfries, United Kingdom
  • Hay BluffSightBrecon, United Kingdom
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Condé Nast TravelerSep 15

35 Best Restaurants in Barcelona, the Catalan City Where Dinners Last Until Dawn

Few cities in the world can rival this dining scene, where even humble tapas bars have Michelin stars.

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  • QuiratRestaurantReviving old, unfashionable Catalan recipes for a younger audience.
  • XubaRestaurantMexican dishes are the best ever had outside Mexico.
  • FrancaRestaurantOne of the most fun tables in town.
  • Casa FieroRestaurantUpbeat, unfussy approach to classic Catalan cuisine.
  • MantisRestaurantCelebration of chefs' culture mixed with Asian travels.
  • PiedraRestaurantArgentine couple's restaurant with hyperlocal veggies.
  • Cocina Hermanos TorresRestaurantOne of only four restaurants with three Michelin stars.
  • Akiro Hand Roll BarRestaurantSpecializing in Nikkei-style hand rolls.
  • NuaraRestaurantBeachfront paella joint run by family for six decades.
  • Bardeni el MeatbarRestaurantTemple for carnivores, down from Sagrada Família.
  • Fronda PasajeRestaurantPerfect spot for a romantic vegetarian or pescatarian date.
  • BateaRestaurantTop-notch seafood at a price point unrivaled in Central Barcelona.
  • Sartoria PanatieriRestaurantAward-winning Margarita pizza with slow-cooked tomato sauce.
  • Terraza MartinezRestaurantFavorite hilltop paella joint.
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Atlas ObscuraSep 14

Gods of Olympus of La Ribota Park in Alcorcón, Spain

You don’t normally expect to encounter the gods of Olympus while strolling through a suburban park outside Madrid. But Alcorcón, a city better known for apartment blocks and shopping centers than classical mythology, has quietly created its own version of Mount Olympus—and it comes complete with a solar system. La Ribota Park, on the southern edge of the city, is an unassuming place: a pleasant…

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  • La Ribota ParkParkfeatures fountains with sculptures of celestial bodies
  • ApolloSightrepresents the Sun at the center of the park
  • MercurySightswift-footed messenger of the gods sculpture
  • VenusSightgoddess of love sculpture
  • GeaSightembodying Earth sculpture
  • PlutoSightdwarf planet sculpture, still recognized as a planet
  • MarsSight
  • JupiterPark
  • SaturnSight
  • UranusSight
  • NeptuneSight
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Lonely PlanetSep 13

15 Things to Do in Ibiza and the Best Way to Do Them

From wandering the Unesco-listed old town to hiking to remote Balearic beaches and coves, here are the best things to do in Ibiza.

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  • PachaNightclubIbiza, Spainoriginal Ibiza megaclub born from a converted farmhouse
  • Es VedraSightIbiza, Spain400m-tall islet rising out of the turquoise sea
  • Benirràs beachSightIbiza, Spainsilver-tinged beach known for its sunsets
  • Dalt VilaAttractionIbiza Town, Spainfortified historical quarter of Ibiza Town
  • Las DaliasCaféSant Carles de Peralta, Spainbeloved hippie market in Sant Carles de Peralta
  • Trucador PeninsulaSightFormentera, Spainhome to two of Europe's loveliest beaches
  • Cala d’en SerraSightIbiza, Spainsheltered half-moon cove near Portinatx
  • Sa CaletaRestaurantIbiza, Spaincliff-edge ruins of a Phoenician settlement
  • Torre des SavinarSightIbiza, Spainchase the Ibiza sunset from here
  • Cala d'HortSightIbiza, Spainsmall beach to gaze out on Es Vedrà's shape
  • Plaça del SolSightIbiza Town, Spainviewpoint in Dalt Vila's maze-like layout
  • Parador hotelHotelIbiza Town, Spainsmart hotel in the ancient castle on Plaça de la Catedral
  • Centre d’Interpretació Madina YabisaMuseumIbiza Town, Spaincontext on Dalt Vila's Moorish rule
  • Necròpolis Puig des MolinsSightIbiza Town, Spainhistorical site with Phoenician tombs and museum
  • Kayak IbizaPlaceIbiza, Spainexcursions include sunset paddles and rentals
  • Can RichPlaceSant Antoni, Spainorganic vineyard with wine and food tastings
  • IbizkusPlaceSanta Eulària, Spainwinery focusing on old monastrell vines, offers tastings
  • Parc Natural de Ses SalinesNature reserveFormentera, Spainprotected nature reserve on Formentera and Ibiza
  • La Savina portSightFormentera, Spainport for bike rentals and ferries from Ibiza Town
  • Portinatx lighthouseSightIbiza, Spainstripe-patterned lighthouse on the northern coast
  • Es PortitxolSightIbiza, Spain
  • Cala d’AubarcaSightIbiza, Spain
  • Port de Ses CaletesSightIbiza, Spain
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Condé Nast TravelerSep 11

Ready for a Euro Fall? Travel Experts Weigh In on the Best Destinations for 2026

Whether you prefer the city or the countryside, these are the European destinations making waves this fall.

23 things in this story
  • AkelarreRestaurantSan Sebastián, SpainWorld-renowned restaurant in San Sebastian.
  • Assistens CemeterySightCopenhagen, DenmarkStroll through golden-hued grounds in the fall.
  • BroensMarketCopenhagen, DenmarkOplev Broens Street Food ved Inderhavnsbroen – street food, liv og åbne omgivelser med udsigt over Københavns Havn.
  • Hotel SandersHotelCopenhagen, DenmarkDesign-forward option to lean into the city's artsy edge.
  • Hotel D’AngleterreHotelCopenhagen, DenmarkOplev Hotel d’Angleterre, Københavns 5-stjernede luksushotel.
  • North ZealandNeighborhoodHelsingør, DenmarkKnown as the Danish Riviera with historic palaces.
  • Kronborg CastleSightHelsingør, DenmarkShakespeare-famous historic palace in North Zealand.
  • Louisiana Museum of Modern ArtGalleryHumlebæk, DenmarkSeaside stunner in North Zealand.
  • Mandarin OrientalHotelVienna, AustriaDiscover a luxury 5-star hotel in Vienna's city center, blending historic charm with modern elegance.
  • RosewoodHotelVienna, AustriaGenießen Sie erstklassige Annehmlichkeiten und tadellosen Service im luxuriösen Rosewood Vienna, einem 5-Sterne-Hotel…
  • Burg KinoSightVienna, AustriaCozy movie theater for screenings of The Third Man.
  • Hotel SacherHotelVienna, AustriaCelebrated its 150th anniversary.
  • Albertina MuseumMuseumVienna, AustriaCelebrated its 250th anniversary.
  • San Sebastián GastronomikaFestivalSan Sebastián, SpainCelebrates 50th anniversary of New Basque Cuisine.
  • Hotel Maria CristinaHotelSan Sebastián, SpainA glamorous property with history and heritage in spades.
  • Midland RegionNeighborhoodAthlone, IrelandIrish countryside known for Samhain celebrations.
  • County MeathNeighborhoodNavan, IrelandVisit sacred sites like Hill of Ward and Hill of Tara.
  • Hill of WardSightAthboy, IrelandIt is between Athboy and Ráth Chairn.
  • Hill of TaraSightTara, IrelandTradition identifies the hill as the inauguration place and seat of the High Kings of Ireland; it also appears in Irish…
  • Púca FestivalFestivalAthboy, IrelandBiggest celebration for Samhain in Ireland.
  • Ballyfin DemesneHotelRathdowney, IrelandRomantic, old-school stay in the Irish countryside.
  • Connemara CoastNeighborhoodGalway, IrelandDramatic limestone formations and glacial lakes.
  • ReffenMarketCopenhagen, Denmark
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Lonely PlanetSep 11

How to See Barcelona by Bicycle

Pedaling around the city is a quintessential Barcelona experience. Here are three tours to see the best of the city on two wheels.

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The GuardianSep 11

‘I never imagined such pleasure could be had from the simple sardine’: readers’ favourite foodie experiences in Europe

Your top culinary discoveries, from Bled cake in Slovenia to sardines in Portugal and seafood soup in Spain • Tell us about autumn days out in the UK – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Last August, the smoky aroma of grilled sardines drifting over the beach in Portimão woke me up from my sunbathing on the beach. Attracted by the aroma of barbecued fish, we found ourselves in the old por…

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  • Lake BledSightBled, SloveniaBeautiful alpine scenery
  • Sardine festivalFestivalPortimão, PortugalReenactment of fishing boats, concerts, dancing, cooking demos
  • heimablídniPlaceTórshavn, Faroe IslandsTraditional Faroese food served in a home with locals
  • Monte PellegrinoSightPalermo, ItalyHiked to the top in 35C heat
  • panelleBakeryPalermo, ItalyCrispy chickpea-flour fritters served in sesame bread
  • HaikuRestaurantPalermo, ItalyVegan restaurant with reimagined classics
  • kepta duonaRestaurantVilnius, LithuaniaDeep-fried rye bread with garlic and cheese
  • Land & MonkeysCaféParis, FranceBoulangeries/patisseries scattered across the capital
  • Rosarose BistrotRestaurantBologna, ItalyTables with red-checked cloths set in cobblestone road
  • Snail Feast of LleidaFestivalLleida, SpainCelebration of the tiny mollusc with music and dancing
  • Bled cakeRestaurantBled, SloveniaSumptuously smooth set custard in mille-feuille pastry
  • Sella RiverPlaceArriondas, SpainThe Sella is a river located in northwest Spain.
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Atlas ObscuraSep 10

‘The Rumour of Discord’ in Madrid, Spain

A new sculpture, commissioned by a luxury hotel, adorns the heart of Madrid and has not gone unnoticed. It is a stylized bronze horse that, defying gravity, seems to hang in mid-air, supported by only one hoof from a very high pedestal that never appears to be supporting the equine. This monument reaches a total height of 6 meters (19.68 feet). "The Rumor of Discord" is an appropriate name for…

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The GuardianSep 8

‘So big and so close’: going on a bear hunt in northern Spain

Conservationists have helped Cantabrian brown bears claw their way back from the edge of extinction in the beautiful mountains of Asturias – and carefully controlled nature tourism allows visitors to see them Once upon a time, in the woods outside Pola de Somiedo, lived a family of Cantabrian brown bears. The villagers reported sightings of a mother bear who had lost a leg to a hunter’s trap, h…

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National GeographicSep 7

Where to Have the Best Pintxos in San Sebastián

Basque tapas has been revered for decades and elevated to an artform in the tiny bars of this Spanish surf town.

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The GuardianSep 4

‘It feels like Italy with the volume turned down’: readers’ favourite (smaller) city breaks in Europe

You share your low-key alternatives to overcrowded hotspots, from an island city in the Med to a Norwegian art nouveau gem • Tell us about your trips in Europe’s mountains – the best wins a £200 holiday voucher Ferrara in Emilia-Romagna won me over precisely because it feels like Italy with the volume turned down. I stayed in a small family-run hotel near Via delle Volte , where mornings began…

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