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Five beautiful travel books from Monocle to guarantee a well-spent summer
Whether you’re bound for breezy coastlines, vibrant cities or serene countryside, Monocle’s travel guides are your passport to a smarter season.
Estonia’s “summer capital” is the coolest European beach escape you’ve never heard of
As southern Europe sizzles under record-breaking temperatures, travellers are steering north. Estonia’s seaside gem, Pärnu, offers golden sands, a rich spa culture and stylish charm – without the crowds or scorching heat.
In Italy the real dolce vita experience is at the village ‘sagra’
At this time of year the streets of Peschiera del Garda are clogged with traffic as holidaymakers descend on the lakeside town. Alongside the Italians flocking to second homes and annual rentals, many of…
Seoul might be living in the future but South Korea’s islands say not so fast
As few Seoulites flee the city in summer, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore the country’s timeless archipelago – an invitation to the good old days.
Summer in Dubai isn’t for everyone – but that’s the beauty of it
Forget the rush and the reservations – summer brings space, stillness and unexpected serenity to the Gulf’s most dynamic city.
Grabbing a table at food court P – the new cafeteria offering global fare in Futako-Tamagawa
Food entrepreneurs have revived an area on the edge of the Japanese capital, and they're quickly winning over the hearts – and stomachs – of locals.
Marseille’s historic grape juice kiosk is pressing ahead once more
The last standing grape juice bar in the city, Station Uvale du Palais continues to serve freshly made ‘jus de raisin’ – just as it has since its founding in the 1940s.
Meet the self-starters behind the clever hospitality boom in Oaxaca City
As the once-sleepy Mexican city attracts an increasingly international crowd, businesses are reimagining time-tested traditions to appeal to modern tastes.
Fancy opening a hotel on the Med? Read this first.
Opening a hotel in a saturated market might seem like folly – but having the courage of your convictions is key.
How not to preserve an icon: farewell to the Bauer Hotel
One of the most atmospheric buildings in Venice, the Bauer Hotel, lies empty and shrouded in scaffolding, awaiting renovation. It’s a reminder that some things should be left to age gracefully.
