Cities
48 Hours in Dundee, Scotland
The modern-day delights of this coastal destination tower above its illustrious history of ‘jute, jam and journalism’
24 Hours in Southampton
We stay at stylish new ‘hometel’ concept Room2 in a fascinating coastal city that genuinely surprises
Stay Here: Bingham Riverhouse, Richmond
The waterside hotel has had an arty overhaul, says Stephen Emms
Stay Here: Queensberry Hotel, Bath
Its Olive Tree restaurant just won the city its first Michelin star. But does it live up to the hype?
48 Hours in Malta and Gozo
Contemporary or historic? Stephen Emms tries to balance both on a brief jaunt to the archipelago
Edinburgh Fringe 2018: Three shows you must see
Heading up to Edinburgh this month? Here’s a trio of unmissable works
48 Hours in Porto, Portugal
The hilly second city rivals Lisbon with its blend of cuisine, nightlife and striking architecture
12 (nocturnal) hours in Barcelona
Can you really get a sense of the city in half a calendar day? We give it our best shot
48 Hours in…Bury St Edmunds
There’s a foodie scene, serious cocktail bars – oh, and a thousand years of history
48 Hours in: Bristol
A weekend just isn’t long enough to explore this inspiring city, reckons regular visitor Stephen Emms