Travel and restaurants
Four weekend escapes within reach of Paris
From beachside retreats to rustic idylls, we cater to the most discerning tastes – and, indeed, palates – of those hoping to sample life outside the French capital.
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Late-night tables: Seven after-hours dining hotspots
Things are different after dark: The everyday pleasures of a cocktail, a comfy banquette and a bite to eat become something more intimate and atmospheric. Here are our favourite spots.
The Monocle Concierge’s guide to Bangkok’s hidden treasures
Explore the Thai capital with our tips for must-visit independent businesses, crafty finds and places to toast the trip.
The Milan bistros, Melbourne cocktails and cosy Dutch hotels to have on our radar
Indulge in innovative Italian dishes at Milan’s hottest restaurant, unwind in a charming Dutch hotel set in a historic 17th-century carriage house and enjoy expertly crafted drinks at Melbourne’s most distinctive cocktail bar.
Why wealthy Nairobi residents are moving to the bucolic Tigoni neighbourhood
Increasingly commutable from the busy city centre, hilly Tigoni is drawing commuters and travellers alike to its open spaces, affordable houses and top shops.
Editor’s letter: Andrew Tuck on why we travel
In the 2024/2025 edition of ‘The Escapist’, we explore everything from northwestern Greece’s high-altitude appeal and the charms of the Albanian Riviera to the best set of wheels for a roadtrip. Ready to go?
A guide to Thailand’s Sukhumvit Road, from Bangkok to Koh Chang
Highway 3 is one of Thailand’s longest roads – and it tells the story of the nation’s rapid transformation. We hop behind the wheel to see how the country got into gear.
How to explore Australia’s Great Southern
Take to the road, with pit stops in sprawling vineyards and on rocky beaches in this remote region of Western Australia. Even if you do end up on Misery Beach.
The ultimate roadtrip across northern Galicia, Spain
Once known to Romans as the ‘end of the world’, secluded inns and superior seafood now make Spain’s northwestern corner the beginning of an extraordinary escape.
A guide to Zagorohoria, Greece’s undiscovered mountainous hideaway
From plunging gorges to ancient settlements, the mountain region of Zagorohoria offers an elevated view of Greece’s culinary and craft traditions.
