Time to soak up the sun

From hallucinogenic shark meat to volcano exploration and Elfschool, the Nordic country has all the holidays highs

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Pebbled beaches, volcanic slopes and Mediterranean dips are all on these travel connoisseurs’ summer wish lists

Taking in everything from gourmet sea salt to chouriço sausage (and some most excellent local vinho), this is the ultimate culinary guide to Portugal’s southern coast

From five-star Parisian pet gastronomy to Hong Kong photoshoots for hounds, discover six of the best animal-friendly residences 

The luxury urban hangouts boasting hidden spots of tranquillity

Road trip obsessive Rob Taylor talks through his favourite family-friendly driving routes

Psychotherapist Dr Ruth Allen explains why working in the great outdoors is better for you

Vogue columnist Raven Smith pens a paean to the “grubby metropolis on the Thames” that he loves to call home

The renowned hotelier shares his top travel tips, hotspots and favourite local delicacies

Theatre critic Lyn Gardner reveals the most tempting programmes from across the country