A new take on old Japan – that’s Omori
In a village north of Hiroshima, traditional culture is evolving into a modern idyll, as a talented family revives the fortunes of a quiet backwater
The Beatles’ Strawberry Fields opens forever
Fans will no longer have to peer through the gates – the Salvation Army garden immortalised by John Lennon is opening for the first time, with an interactive exhibition
Harvest festivals, feasts and fare this autumn in the UK
Harvest festivals have come a long way from a few tins of beans on the altar. Our pick of seasonal events includes feasts, fruit picking, cider swilling and more
Alternative city breaks: Utrecht, the Netherlands – restaurants, culture and nightlife
Utrecht’s picturesque city centre and traditional cafe culture rub up against its exciting music and art scene – and it’s best explored by bike
Food, wine and antiquity in Frascati and the Roman hills
On sultry evenings, canny city-dwellers escape the heat for carafes of chilled white and traditional foods in maker-run wine bars a short train ride from Rome
A local’s guide to Miyazaki, Japan: 10 top tips
As the England squad arrives at its Rugby World Cup training camp in Miyazaki, a local bar owner picks the coastal city’s food, drink and cultural highlights
A glimpse behind the scenes of Giza’s Grand Egyptian Museum
Egypt’s vast, much-delayed museum is scheduled to open in 2020. But while Tutankhamun’s treasures are being readied for tourists, some critics see the building as a vanity project
Matera: Italy’s magical city of stone
After 10,000 years, the ancient city in Basilicata is having a moment: it’s a European capital of culture for 2019 – and even James Bond is making a visit
10 of the world’s best markets: readers’ travel tips
From book stalls in Kolkata to craft beer in Seattle and ‘dancing shrimps’ in Thailand, our tipsters know where to shop for local flavour – and bag a bargain
Top of the Bill: a car-free trip to Portland, Dorset
Our car-free coast series explores the trails, history and beaches of Hardy’s favourite ‘island’ on foot and by bus
Take the kids to … Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Children will be spellbound at this temple of storytelling, which also puts on plays and spoken-word performances (for all ages)
City swimming, Swiss-style: a ride down the Rhine in Basel
Bathing, barbecues and buvettes are part of the culture in a city that promotes swimming in its majestic river – and it’s a chance for some great sightseeing, too
King of the castles: a cabin stay on Northumberland’s mighty coast
In Alnmouth, new off-grid seaside huts make a great base for car-free exploring – whether you like your fortresses ruined or smartly kept
Greek island hopping: walking on Amorgos
On the third leg of his tour, our writer explores the ancient walking trails of this mysterious Cyclades island, with its monasteries, sea cliffs and deserted hill villages
My favourite holiday: celebrities on their most memorable trips
Kim-Joy is on another planet in Iceland, Ruby Wax falls in love with Brazil, Marcus Brigstocke goes off piste – and Simon Reeve is all over the place …