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Monaco is arguably at its most dazzling in May, when the city’s winding streets transform into the world’s most famous racetrack with the stunning Mediterranean as its backdrop. Renowned for its tight corners, elevation changes and narrow course, all eyes are on Circuit de Monaco come Grand Prix weekend. But this year, the event’s attendees also had their sights set on a very different experience. The most exclusive way to immerse oneself in the iconic race was docked in Port Hercule, just steps from the F1 paddock. Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, made a landmark appearance at the FORMULA 1 TAG HEUER GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2025, offering a weekend full of spectacular events and a floating home-awayfrom-home aboard EXPLORA II, the newest…
In the early 2010s when I lived in London, all the cool kids were moving to Berlin. The city’s rich cultural history, low living costs and a new era of club culture - boosted by budget airlines increasing connectivity across Europe - fuelled the gravitational pull.This in turn transformed the German capital into one of the trendiest places of the decade to visit. Fifteen years and a paradigm-shifting pandemic later, I was curious to know where young creatives are moving to today and what that might tell us about the travel destinations of tomorrow. Emma Ventura reveals this on page 102: her deep dive into Europe’s new capitals of cool uncovers Amsterdam’s alt-tourism story, Thessaloniki’s emergence as a culinary capital and Tbilisi’s creative renaissance. Suddenly, I want to visit them…
A book-inspired boom Bestsellers and book clubs have permeated the pop-culture Zeitgeist for years, with travellers increasingly seeking out the real-world settings found in their favourite novels. If you’re a reader with wanderlust, you should bookmark these destinations. How to land a flight upgrade While most travellers dream of flying business class, many are unable to afford the often-exorbitant prices. But what if we told you it was possible to ditch economy without spending a cent? Follow these secret travel hacks on your next trip and you may be sipping Champagne before take-off. LIVE OUT YOUR WHITE LOTUS FANTASY Few things scream ‘next big thing’ quite like a TV series that captures more than half of the world’s population. Just ask any fan of HBO hit, The White Lotus. Due…
Cruising to the South Pacific (and surrounds) is the most scenic and stress-free way to leave Australia without waiting around for a plane before the holiday can begin. It’s no wonder Australia’s appetite for cruising is on the rise as savvy travellers embrace the chance to sail internationally, starting from home. Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL) calls into four of the South Pacific’s most iconic destinations thanks to select departures from Sydney Guests can relax in their ships’ award-winning spas, be captivated by incredible entertainment at sea and enjoy world-class dining with more variety of cuisine than any other cruise line for an elevated culinary journey. 1. VANUATU Cruise among Vanuatu’s 80 emerald islands on NCL’s 11-day South Pacific: Fiji, Vanuatu & Lifou sailing aboard Norwegian Spirit, which includes a stop…
WILD WELLNESS At the foothills of South Africa’s Franschhoek Mountains, Sterrekopje Healing Farm is a sanctuary where guests are invited to rest, play and channel creativity through a holistic range of rituals. It embodies a gentler, more intuitive approach to wellbeing - one of two contrasting trends gaining traction as hoteliers and hospitality brands respond to our desire for better health, resilience and longevity. Turn to p32 for more on the evolving world of wellness in 2025.…
WISH YOU WERE HERE The Portuguese island of Madeira is fast becoming a European hotspot thanks to its subtropical climate and wild landscapes that have drawn comparisons to Hawai’i. While many adventurers flock here for its 1000-plus kilometres of trails and 20-million-year old, UNESCO World Heritage-listed Laurisilva forest, Madeira has always been a surfing mecca. It’s a childhood pastime that allows Lauren de Sousa, photographer and International Traveller’s art director, to reconnect with her familial roots - particularly in Paul do Mar. Located on the island’s south-west edge, the small fishing village was only reachable by boat until the mid-20th century, leaving it deeply rooted in tradition. “I love the colourful buildings of this laid-back village wedged between land and sea,” she says. “People spill out onto the streets from…
