This glorious resort in south-east Mauritius has been a Beachcomber landmark since 1991.

An exemplary piece of paradise, surrounded by turquoise waters and plentiful coconut palm trees, this is a picture-perfect location for holidaymakers looking for an opportunity to relax in this haven.

Three pristine beaches, lush tropical gardens and large pools can be enjoyed in an unmistakably tropical atmosphere.

Several events have been planned to mark the celebration of the hotel’s longevity, including on a Tuesday with a Mauritian buffet at Le Grand Port, with a live sega performance in tow.

Wednesday’s experience will be a cocktail party reception to thank guests for their long relationship with the Shandrani Beachcomber.

Saturdays mark 35 minutes of yoga as a nod to every year that the resort has been open, followed by an evening with a DJ set and a barbeque.

A Shandrani Surprise cocktail can be enjoyed at the bar, as a long-standing favourite since the hotel opened its doors in 1991.

A firm favourite in the hotel’s restaurants is the crab burger, the signature dish of Chef Coopen, Executive Chef at Shandrani Beachcomber.

The name Shandrani is said to mean “Queen of the Moon”, the hotel’s collection of treatments during this anniversary period will be entitled “Moon & Ocean Wellness Journeys”.

Visit the wider programme here for more information. Nightly rates start from £219 for 2 adults sharing on a half board basis.

In Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, you can stay at Silverback Lodge to gain front-row access to mountain gorillas thriving in the wild.

24^th September is World Gorilla Day to raise awareness of the importance of protecting their natural habitat.

Tanya Madhvani, Director of Marasa Africa says, “For guests wanting a journey with purpose, World Gorilla Day brings into focus that seeing these extraordinary animals in the wild is both a privilege and the ongoing role of responsible tourism can play in protecting them for generations to come.”

With the hotel being close to one of the world’s most important conservation areas, the region has approximately half of the planet’s remaining mountain gorillas.

The Buhoma trailhead is near to the resort that gives an ideal spot for gorilla trekking. The day out comes complete with an expert local guide and experienced trackers.

Bwindi additionally offers guests the experience of birdwatching with over 350 bird species in the park, along with more than 100 mammal species.

After trekking, guests can experience the lodge’s spa, with treatments designed to soothe muscles in a glorious setting after the exercise of the day’s events.

Silverback lead-in rates start from USD 2,100 per room per night (based on two adults sharing) in low season and from USD 3,360 per room per night in high season, on a full-board, all-inclusive basis. *Excludes gorilla permits, park fees, activities and spa. For more information please visit: www.silverbacklodge.com

The celebrated British fashion house has announced the introduction of a new exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum in South Kensington.

The Burberry Trench will be showcased in a free display marking the brand’s 170^th anniversary.

There will be a selection of rare material brought together from the V&A’s unique collection and Burberry’s own archives.

This will be marking the history of the coat from its original place as practical outerwear to its status as a global icon.

The works shown conclude the creativity of the fashion magnet and the gallery will hold 19 standout runway looks by Chief Creative Officers Daniel Lee and Christopher Bailey.

The heritage of the relationship between the V&A and Burberry will be the foremost message within this exhibition.

Carly Eck, Brand Curator, Burberry, said: ‘As we mark 170 years of the house, we are thrilled to partner with the V&A to celebrate the enduring legacy of the Burberry trench coat – a global design icon rooted in British craftsmanship and a symbol of innovation, creativity and timeless style. A myriad of objects from the brand’s Archive will be publicly exhibited for the first time – from early 20th-century catalogues to a Burberry trench coat worn by fashion designer Hardy Amies.’

The exhibition will be held from 21 September 2026 to 3 January 2027 in the Prince Consort Gallery, V&A South Kensington.

Since May 2026 Italy’s new five-star family resort, set overlooking the sea, has opened its doors to the public.

This breathtaking luxury hotel is built on the historic site of the former Colonia Pordenone and is ideal for a family vacation as every inch of it has been designed to please all age groups.

There are 101 family suites each with a terrace offering sea views and each room includes separate spaces for adults and children, two bathrooms including one that is child-friendly with baby amenities and a changing mat.

There are over 4,000 sqm of wellness to enjoy, with an adult only rooftop spa and an infinity pool overlooking the Adriatic.

The Aquatic Area on the ground floor, is a key feature with three heated indoor and outdoor pools that welcome families and children with water games, relaxation and time in the sun.

Cavallino Bianco Caorle Venezia has created Lino Land for young guests to enjoy, a 750 sqm space entirely devoted to the lands of kids and teenagers. For the smallest variety of visitor there is the Baby Lino nursery, whilst Lino Land offers a whole new world to explore, whilst parents can relax knowing that every detail has been thoughtfully designed with their family in mind.

In addition to its long list of amenities, there is a bike hub for discovering the surrounding area, a fitness centre, La Botega shopping centre, and there is a secluded garage with 170 car parking spaces.

Lastly, the gastronomic offering features three distinct restaurants which are the Family Restaurant, designed for a warm and convivial atmosphere; the Marco Polo – Adults-Only Restaurant, reserved for adult guests seeking a more serene and refined dining experience; and the Ristorante dei Bambini, a playful space tailored to younger guests.

Average seasonal rate from €750 per night for a Family Sir Suite for a family of four (2 adults + 2 children) including the Cavallino Bianco All-In Formula. For more information, please visit: www.cavallino-bianco.com

As part of the summer break, this luxury Italian resort has launched an opportunity for the ultimate spa stay.

There is an opportunity to unwind in a unique beautiful rustic setting, with plenty of local activities from bathing in healing thermal waters to exploring Tuscany’s summer music scene.

The hotel is a beautifully restored 18^th-century palace, which is an historic thermal resort built on natural springs.

Dolce Vita Summer Living in Tuscany

• Price: From €645 per person (based on two sharing)
• Stay: 3 nights with breakfast
• Unlimited access to the thermal spa and wellness facilities
• One 50-minute bergamot & orange blossom aroma massage
• Italian aperitif with cocktails and appetisers
• Entry to Pisa’s ancient city walls with panoramic views
• Children: Up to 12 years stay free when sharing with parents
• Valid: July – September 2026

Summer in Tuscany Among Spa, Sea & Music

• Price: From €690 per person (based on two sharing)
• Stay: 3 nights with breakfast
• Unlimited access to the thermal spa and wellness facilities
• One refreshing body scrub and one anti-stress massage
• One à la carte dinner at Corte Byron Summer Restaurant
• Opportunity to add exclusive beach experiences on the Versilia coast and enjoy Tuscany’s summer music events
• Children:Up to 12 years stay free when sharing with parents
• Valid: July- September 2026

These limited-time summer packages are available now through September. For more information visit: Bagni di Pisa Palace & Thermal Spa

Over 100 highlights from the David Bowie archive at the V&A are to tour the UK, previewing many objects that have never been on display before.

Starting in Dundee the collection will travel to Blackpool, Hull, County Durham, Bristol and beyond.

For those who cannot travel to the V&A East Storehouse, this is a chance to see the archive in a convenient location, up close.

The exhibitions will be curated to perfection with a chance to see how David Bowie created his persona in music, video, TV and film.

Highpoints of the show will feature Polaroids from make-up and costume fittings, alongside a Ziggy Stardust era guitar, unreleased projects, handwritten lyrics and costumes from the artist’s final albums.

Sir Tristram Hunt, Director of the V&A, said: “David Bowie: On Tour is a landmark national partnership for the V&A, bringing highlights from David Bowie’s extraordinary archive to audiences across the UK for the first time. Working with our colleagues in museums and venues nationwide, we’re opening up Bowie’s story in the places connected to his life and legacy, ensuring people across the country can experience these remarkable objects where they live, and be inspired by his enduring creativity.”

David Bowie: On Tour has been developed by V&A Touring and V&A National Programmes, in collaboration with partner venues across the UK, and is curated by Harriet Reed, Curator of Contemporary Performance at the V&A. 

With inspirations from Tapa cloth paintings of the Pacific Islands, two artistic minds have joined forces to create a new collection of luxury bespoke rugs.

Chichester and Kent collaborated with one taking the artistic lead as a maker of fine furniture, while the other, Kent, lending her knowledge to craft the ideal interior offering.

The idea came from traditional art made from pounded tree bark and decorated with hand painted or stencilled patterns in natural black and rust-brown dyes.

Kent’s longstanding rug makers in India and Nepal brought these creations to life with the expertise and care that they apply to all of her products.

She has worked with her team in Bhadohi, India, since founding her business in 2005, and in Kathmandu, Nepal, for the past decade.

The flatweave design, Tapa, is a flatweave hand woven in Bhadohi on a traditional horizontal loom using 100% wool. Harvest was hand knotted in Kathmandu, also from 100% wool, at 100 knots per square inch on a vertical loom.

These rugs are of exceptional quality that are made to last due to the craftmanship that has gone into these designs.

The launch date of the rugs will be 14 September 2026 and they will be displayed in Julian Chichester’s showroom. Rugs are priced at £845/sqm inc. VAT for ‘Harvest’ and £330/sqm inc. VAT for ‘Tapa’, available at amykent.co.uk, they can be customised to any size and colour.

This summer season in 2026, Ibiza offers past-times for all guests going to immerse themselves in the sun-soaked landscapes of this unmatchable retreat.

Whether it is for the sake of great gastronomy, the wellness of yoga to the pleasant setting of an outdoor cinema, this is the top pick destination for those wanting a choice of experiences.

Aiyanna Ibiza

Begin the day with yoga and breakfast overlooking Cala Nova Bay. Beachfront yoga followed by a Mediterranean breakfast is suitable for all levels and is for those wanting to explore the island’s mindful side along with the tranquil scenery. Tickets are €32 per person, including yoga session, mats and breakfast.

Amante Ibiza 

For cult-classic films by the sea, this openair setting guarantees a unique view of some of the world’s most popular screenings. Watch under the stars, while enjoying moreish cocktails overlooking Sol d’en Serra Bay. Oversized beanbags and blankets keep visitors snuggled under the moonlight. Tickets cost €50 per person.

Ibiza Gran Hotel 

Guests are shown another side of the island through the Ibiza Salt Journey which includes a guided hike through the Ses Salines, followed by a soothing spa experience and a master class on cocktails at Musa. For an offering of the island’s heritage prices are upon request.

ME Ibiza, Meliá Ibiza and INNSiDE Ibiza Beach

These two opulent resorts have launched new day pass experiences, giving visitors access to the hotels’ pools, dining and signature atmospheres for the day. With panoramic views these adults only passes provide some of the best daycation practices on the island.

 ME Ibiza Rooftop Experience — from €200 F&B credit included

ME Ibiza Main Pool Experience — from €250 F&B credit included

Meliá Ibiza Rooftop Day Pass — from €150 F&B credit included

INNSiDE Ibiza Beach Breeza Day Pass — from €100 F&B credit included

While there is a complete diary of events for adults this summer season, Kids Club stays open until 2am at the Lujo Hotel in Bodrum, allowing adults to experience a packed schedule.

Situated along the turquoise coast of Aegean, this five star all inclusive resort kicked off its high events programme in April and runs throughout the summer.

Lujo’s stages will include world-class DJ performances alongside themed parties such as a 1920s Gatsby Party and a 1990s Forever Young event.

Argentine tango shows, run alongside performances from key stars like the voice of American soul, jazz and pop, Della Miles.

The Lujo Symphony Orchestra will take to the stage as one of the programme’s highlights, where they will perform music of different eras with their 30-piece ensemble.

For soothing daytime treats, there is Yoga Week from 23^rd to 29^th June, which includes sunrise practices; immersive sessions in Reiki; chakra meditations; Tibetan singing bowls; sound baths; Yoga Nidra and water-based healing.

If guests would like to stay active there are a variety of events one can choose from such as Combat & Boxing Week (6th – 12th July), Tennis Camp Week (15th – 22nd June), alongside a highly desirable arrangement of different fitness weeks.

Lujo’s Kijo Club concept, a unique kids’ club open until 2am, is ideal for parents looking to take advantage of the hotel’s unmissable events – providing activities and events for younger travellers looking to blend entertainment with meaningful and enriching experiences.

Events and experiences are on offer to guests of Lujo Hotel Bodrum only. Prices available upon request. Tennis Camp Week only requires prior reservation. Full event schedule available here: https://event.lujohotel.com/.

Situated on the Aegean coast of Türkiye, just 18 km from Bodrum Airport, Lujo Hotel Bodrum is a five-star, ultra-all-inclusive resort combining art, luxury, and play. Room rates from €290 (approximately £251) per night for a Superior Room on a bed & breakfast basis. For more information and to book, please visit https://lujohotel.com/ .

The Louisiana Museum of Modern Art is hosting an exhibition of one of the Twentieth Century’s greatest figurative artists.

Steering away from fiction, Lucian Freud tended to look at subjects to create portraiture in his work, in the world of reality.

“Everything is autobiographical, and everything is a portrait, even if it is a chair,” is how Lucian Freud described his view of art.

A limited amount of props such as a bed, an armchair or even floorboards were used in his studio whilst the intensification of the gaze forced insight into his work.

The vast number of drawings in the exhibition shows how drawing, graphics and painting weave in and out of Freud’s entire artistic thinking about what a portrait can be.

The exhibition features Freud’s creations from the earliest pivotal point in his career to his depictions right before his death.

The exhibition shows the relationship of things closest to himself such as his old mother and himself as an old man, they fall into place as motifs.

The Museum writes “Lucian Freud’s art unfolded in the post-war period, just as geometric abstraction and abstract expressionism were abandoning the figurative. His works do not profess the existentialism that permeated European art until the 1960s, but it is nevertheless impossible to disentangle his art and its unsentimental interest in what the ‘human animal’ contains from that very spirit of the times. For Freud it was about exposing the individual phenomenon – human, animal or plant. A new ‘body’ each time.”

The Everything is a Portrait Exhibition will be displayed 11 June – 27 September 2026. For further information or tickets visit: Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

After sourcing artifacts from over 50 British Venues, more than 150 objects are on display at this unique exhibition set in the Victoria and Albert Museum in South Kensington.

An array of items includes gig posters, membership cards, club photography, band merchandise and subculture fashion staples.

Live performance venues in the UK have a history of showcasing the careers of many celebrated bands. The show will feature such memorabilia including handwritten Oasis lyrics from the tour bus and a Blur set list from their performances.

Other pieces in the exhibition include a pager used to measure noise levels at the Hacienda Club and the exterior sign from the Astoria London loaned by Damon Albarn.

Most of the objects come from the V&A’s call to bring together an exhibition of this theme in recognition of a rich culture of community and creativity once brought together by Britian’s lost venues.

Harriet Reed, Curator of Contemporary Performance, said: “Music venues – be they gig spaces or nightclubs – are not only the lifeblood of the music industry but an integral part of the creative sector. As sites of experimentation, entrepreneurship and artistry they nurture talent and provide vital spaces for connection and community. For this reason, I am thrilled to open Lost Music Venues, the first display at the V&A to celebrate UK venues across four decades, from Plastic People in London to the Roadhouse in Manchester. Developed with the support of Music Venue Trust, Lost Music Venues joyfully celebrates this vital sector and raises awareness of the challenges it faces.”

Free to visit, the display runs from 30 May 2026 until 30 October 2027. For more information visit: Lost Music Venues.

As we draw closer to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, luxury lifestyle resort Quinta do Lago is offering a taster of professional training with a camp led by former Premier League stars.

The ultimate football experience is to be hosted at The Campus which is Quinta do Lago’s elite multi-sports hub.

Football Escapes will be held during the school holidays from 25 May to 21 August 2026, giving children aged 5–15 the chance to train with professional coaches and football legends including Gary Cahill, Steve Sidwell and Teddy Sheringham.

Professional standard pitches will be used, alike the ones used by teams such as Chelsea F.C and the Ireland Rugby Team.

There will also be an opportunity to soak up the World Cup atmosphere as the close by sports bar Dano’s will be screening matches throughout the tournament.

2026 will mark the 23rd FIFA World Cup, hosted across the United States, Mexico and Canada, as 48 teams compete on football’s biggest stage. Quinta do Lago, in the heart of the Algarve, is giving guests the chance to join the excitement with curated training camps led by ex-professional footballers and dedicated match screening areas.

Beyond football, The Campus offers a state-of-the-art gym, yoga studio, tennis and padel courts, reformer Pilates, swimming pool with hot and cold plunges, and The Bike Shed for cyclists.

The Magnolia Hotel offers a stylish yet affordable alternative accommodation option, ideal for guests seeking a comfortable place to unwind after an active day. Its cottages are especially well-suited to families with young children, providing a peaceful setting away from the hustle and bustle while remaining within easy reach of the resort’s outstanding amenities.

The Magnolia Hotel (themagnoliahotelqdl.com ; +351 289 005300) offers a Standard Double Room from €116/£98 on a B&B basis.  Football Camps with Football Escapes start from £4,650 (based on 7 nights’ accommodation, transfers, and camp participation for 1 child, with 2 adults included).