China's whisky revolution is gathering pace. At the foot of Sichuan's sacred Mount Emei, The Chuan Distillery is attracting adventurous connoisseurs eager to discover the next great whisky destination before the rest of the world catches on.

Scotland's biggest whisky festival is back, transforming Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh into one giant whisky trail. With over 50 venues, exclusive drams and behind-the-scenes experiences, Whisky Week is the perfect excuse to explore Scotland through its bars, distilleries and people.

Between the beautiful Victorian arcades, the indie coffee shops and a smattering of seriously impressive parks, Cardiff has quietly become a serious dining destination and home to a collection of superb neighbourhood eateries. Here’s our 10 favourite Cardiff restaurants to check out in 2026.

We’ve spoken about how luxury hospitality has become strangely apologetic. The Mandrake, thank whatever gods watch over London, has never suffered from this affliction. It’s brand-new restaurant, YOPO Zaytoum, couldn’t be a better fit if it tried.

Altamura Vodka impressed us really rather convincingly. Once you understand its origins, it’s not particularly hard to see why. After all, this spirit possesses something that many premium vodkas spend years trying to remove: personality.

On the 7th of July in Dijon, France, Michelin will unveil the inaugural Michelin Grapes. They are assessing the soul, the history, and the multi‑vintage consistency of the estate itself, and they’re assessing how good the wine tastes and smells. In short, they’re looking at the things that actually matter.

Step inside the souks of Fes for a sensory journey through Morocco’s culinary traditions. From gathering spices, olives and fresh produce to cooking tagine and zaalouk at Palais Amani’s rooftop cooking school, discover an immersive Fes experience that brings Moroccan cuisine to life.

As heatwaves sweep across Europe, travellers are heading north. From Lake Siljan and the art of Anders Zorn to Sámi culture and reindeer trekking at Renbiten, discover why Dalarna is Sweden's most compelling coolcation destination.

England's answer to the grand European escape? Hartwell House is a National Trust-owned country house hotel where exiled French royalty once slept, afternoon tea remains a serious business and genuine luxury is measured in peace, quiet and perfectly baked scones.

On the 12th of August Europe will witness a total solar eclipse, and Spain is among the best places to witness it. Unlike almost everything else in modern travel, a solar totality cannot be upgraded or fast-tracked – here’s where to go to not miss the greatest show (not) on Earth.

From afternoon chai overlooking tiger country at Hill Fort Kesroli to an impromptu dance party beneath Neemrana Fort Palace, a journey through Rajasthan's heritage hotels reveals how one pioneering group is keeping India's architectural past alive.

Discover the timeless elegance of Palais Amani, a beautiful 17th-century palace in Fes' UNESCO-listed medina. From exquisite Moroccan dining and suites to hammam rituals, rooftop cooking classes and guided explorations of Fes el-Bali, this boutique hotel offers an immersive blend of heritage, hospitality and refined comfort.

Surviving higher-than-high summer in style requires a sharp strategy. The best men's fragrances for hot weather don't just attempt to cool you down, but rather thrive in the humidity. Here are the seven heatwave-proof men’s perfumes that earn their place in your summer rotation.

As English Wine Week arrives, Pelegrims continues to champion the synergy between English viticulture and skincare innovation. Since it’s launch in 2021, the Kent-based brand transforms vineyard by-products into polyphenol-rich skincare, through small-batch production and a hyper-local supply chain.

When it comes to the true scent of Rock and Roll, an accoutrement to Ozzy Osbourne’s armoire, known only to his inner circle, was found on Jermyn Street, London, in the late 1980’s. Now, with the honoured Czech & Speake No. 88 Prince of Darkness limited-edition fragrance, this esoteric detail of music history is celebrated.

A few years ago, the idea of spending an evening moving between breathwork, sauna and ice baths with a room full of strangers might have felt unlikely at best. London in 2026 is proving that saunas are no longer the preserve of wellness hotels and spas, but very much a part of everyday city living. Here’s the best of the bunch.

The Last Concierge has scoured the world of new scent releases and rediscovered old favourites, here once again to bring you the men’s fragrances sure to mark this spring as one to remember.