Let’s go to … Perth, Scotland
The arts festival running till the end of May is just one reason to discover the pleasant and thoroughly walkable former capital of Scotland
10 of the best museums in Europe… that you’ve probably never heard of
Head to Europe on a city break and a museum trip is likely, but why not take a detour from the big hitters and try one of these excellent alternatives instead?
Jura holiday guide: what to see plus the best bars, hotels and restaurants
The rolling fields, vineyards, mountain ranges and untouched forests of this region of eastern France are packed with wonderful places to eat, drink and stay
Kate Bryan, director of Art15, on the Cat Street Gallery, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
The city’s art scene has bloomed over the past few years but the pioneering Cat Street Gallery is still a must-see for culture vultures
Travels with locals: 10 great public transport rides
In many parts of the world, using public transport can be a more enriching experience for visitors than a guided tour or private car hire – but you may have to sharpen up your hammock-fixing and price negotiation skills
Toledo city guide: what to see plus the best restaurants, tapas bars and hotels
Spain’s one-time capital is shaking off its austere, pious image. Now, with its innovative restaurants and hotels, plus cultural sights, Toledo merits more than a day trip from Madrid
10 of the best festivals in Europe … that you’ve probably never heard of
From a rave in an abandoned Polish coalmine to bonfires and bunting in the Bulgarian mountains, these under-the-radar festivals are an excuse to explore new musical landscapes
Forget grand architecture – Vienna embraces its ugly side
It has long been celebrated for its architectural beauty and genteel culture but a new tour exposes the Austrian capital’s darker, less aesthetically pleasing face
Lyon city guide: what to see plus the best bars, restaurants and hotels
Now within striking distance of London, France’s second city is bursting with cultural ambition, with festivals, new museums and a revamped dockland area. And its famous food and wines just get better …
Adventures in Australia: journeys of discovery to Indigenous Australian sites
As a major exhibition celebrating the culture of Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders opens at the British Museum, Guardian Australia writers share their experiences of Indigenous tours and excursions across the country• Read Jonathan Jones’s review of Indigenous Australia: Enduring Civilisation
The new bullet train to Kanazawa, or ‘Little Kyoto’
With its incredible food and sights, Kanazawa is a great add on to a tour of Japan – especially now you can get the bullet train from Tokyo
Top 10 museum cafes and restaurants in Paris
Many of Paris’s museum cafes and restaurants now offer a lot more than coffee and cake. You can now expect great food and magnificent art – and some take their cuisine so seriously they merit a visit in their own right
Let’s go to … Nottingham
Nottingham’s new National Video Game Arcade has just opened – and there’s plenty more to see if that’s not your thing, from modern art to an 800-year-old pub
Bhutan hosts its first international festival
Bhutan – land of happiness, magic and myth – is now welcoming DJs, street dancers, beatboxers and thinkers from across the world for a collaborative 10-day festival
Lucille Reyboz on Kyoto’s Kodo-kan cultural centre
The founder of Kyoto’s photography festival recommends visiting this ancient house for a tea ceremony or traditional song or dance performance