Top 10 new outdoor artworks and exhibitions in the UK
This crop of summer exhibitions and installations by world-class artists in sculpture parks, gardens and beaches make for great days out
Art in the open: the joys of Jupiter Artland sculpture park
The innovative sculpture park near Edinburgh is reopening for summer, marking its second decade with new commissions and an art and music festival
Summer nights: the US drive-in cinemas still packing ‘em in
Grab a soda and a pizza, and watch under the stars. After decades of decline, this slice of quintessential Americana is making a minor comeback
Rembrandt’s Holland: exploring Amsterdam and Leiden
It is 350 years since the artist’s death but visiting these two Dutch cities you can still feel the echoes of his work, and follow in his footsteps
Sculpture from the saddle: a cycling and art tour of Belgium
Only in bike-mad Flanders could they create an installation like Limburg’s Cycling Through Water, part of an art trail designed to regenerate the region – and be seen from a bicycle
France by train: Paris-Bordeaux-Provence round trip
A memorable journey on some of France’s famous trains, through stunning countryside, cities, hilltop villages, gorges and along the Med
10 of the best scenic rail journeys in Europe
Nothing quite beats the romance of travelling on a steam train or shunting through mountains. These rides showcase Europe’s spectacular landscapes
How to book trains in Europe – by rail expert the Man in Seat 61
Follow his advice and your trip will not only be more be eco-friendly and enjoyable than flying, it could be similarly priced, too
20 great boutique music festivals in Europe for 2019
Small but mighty, here’s our pick of the best music and arts festivals around Europe this summer
Hats off to Fez: go back in time in this atmospheric city
Don’t fight it – getting lost is one of the best things to do in Morocco’s most beguiling and ancient medina
10 of the best things to do in Tallinn’s Kalamaja district
This former industrial area in Estonia’s capital has been revamped with bars, boutiques and galleries, along with several festivals
Boutique beat: 20 of the best UK music festivals for 2019
Our pick of this summer’s smaller festivals features cool sites in the countryside, as well as art, crafts, yoga – and great sounds
10 of the best city music festivals in the UK for 2019
For those who love music but hate camping, these multi-venue urban festivals showcase music and art without the mud and creepy-crawlies
Sculpted by time: Eduardo Chillida museum reopens in San Sebastián
The road back for the revered Basque artist’s sculpture park has been long but, in a way, fitting for a man who accepted the impact of time on his work
Peru: take the high road to Inca glory
Machu Picchu sees a million visitors a year, but another great pre-Columbian monument remains little-known. We join the first supported trek on the Incas’ Royal Road