City guide – Washington DC

America’s capital truly has something for everyone, from history boffins and wannabe spies to wine connoisseurs.

City guide – Bristol

It’s a city that has a starring role in England’s maritime history, but it also offers modern colour. Bristol’s highlights include street art and top-class…

Making a splash

England’s Hotel of the Year, The Gainsborough Bath Spa, offers private access to thermal waters.

City guide – Portland

Portland’s hipster reputation, award-winning food and drink venues – 70 draft breweries and counting – and outdoorsy attitude have helped make this unassuming Pacific Northwest…

City guide – Cape Town

There is no contest: Cape Town is the most beloved city in southern Africa. Some people fall in love with its beauty, while others come…

City guide – San Diego

Fly to the US from Australia and you will probably have to stop over in Los Angeles. While some find the city’s traffic-swamped urban sprawl…

City guide – Launceston

You will never get stuck in a traffic jam in Launceston. Tasmania’s second city remains wonderfully accessible, a place where most attractions lie within a…

Do not disturb

The exclusive Retreat at Tasmania’s Pumphouse Point offers a true feast for the senses.

City guide – Shanghai

Futuristic skyscrapers and ancient stone houses, cutting-edge galleries and colourful temples – Shanghai likes to mix it up. Throw in fabulous food from Michelin-starred restaurants…

Instant classic

A new luxury resort near Shanghai was once an ancient village.