Travel and restaurants
Sicily’s ‘scattered hotels’ offer new hope to the city’s hospitality industry
As communities across Italy contend with depopulation, abandoned buildings are becoming an increasingly common sight. But in the country’s southern island, hoteliers are finding ways to breathe new life into these properties.
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Editor’s letter: Andrew Tuck’s escape Clause
When the time comes for Monocle’s writers and editors to take a well-earned week away from their desks and keyboards, expectations are high and relaxation is often difficult. For editor in chief Andrew Tuck,…
Direction of Travel
Our team of well-journeyed reporters offer their thoughts on the route that forward-facing tourism should be taking in 2024, plus some personal perspectives on what makes a tour truly grand, be it on wheels,…
Luberon, France
This charming Provençal enclave is one of France’s lesser-known treasures. So pay a visit now. Just be sure to keep it to yourself.
Best-Laid Plans
We might not be able to carry your bags but we can aid your adventures in other ways. From an outdoor jaunt in Japan’s great north to beer and Bruegel in the Austrian capital,…
How five hospitality enthusiasts gave up their day jobs to run successful global guesthouses
We travel from Kerala to Costa Rica via Sicily, Portugal and Mexico to meet those who have recently shifted from other professions into hotel management with aplomb.
Order Up!
Here our editors share 15 ideas, opportunities and places to drop anchor in 2024. Let’s get going.
The Monocle Guide to Scotland
Our Scotland survey goes beyond the nation’s world-famous scenery to visit some of the makers, creators and company owners who make it such a dynamic 21st-century destination. Read on for a wee sample of…
The Monocle Hong Kong 50
Hong Kong is ready to retake its place on global travel itineraries: airlines are making up for lost time, international events are back in full swing and new skyscrapers are lighting up the iconic…
Into the Unknown
All seasoned travellers know that the best destinations rarely stay the same for long. So before you plan your next escape, read up on the comings and goings in transport, hospitality and luggage. It…
Costa Verde, Brazil
Fuelled by fresh fish, fruit and a few glasses of sugar-cane rum, we journey along Brazil’s often under-appreciated coastline.
