Whale watching from the shore in South Africa, an off-grid retreat on Lake Malawi, white sands in the Seychelles — and much more
An expert selection from the Rome-based travel editor of Il Sole 24 Ore
The assistant editor of Travel + Leisure gives her picks, from California to Chile
The perfect Cornish escape, a Tudor house for hire and your own castle on a Scottish shore
Blinding white sands and snake-fruit G&Ts
Most expert advice is confusing and contradictory, but a few modest tips work for me
Investing in my ‘shed on stilts’ by the seaside was worth every penny
From surfing in Papua to a lighthouse in Whitby, find inspiration for your seaside summer getaway
From a ‘cliffhanger’ chalet in Cornwall to breathtaking views from a castle tower in Northumberland
Go on an ultimate Swiss Family Robinson-style adventure or opt for freedom, fresh air and an authentic Breton flavour
Live out your castaway fantasies at Francis Ford Coppola’s luxury retreat or try deserted white-sand beaches in the Amazon
Choose your adventure: surfing in Indonesia, paddleboarding in Vanuatu or coastal hiking in South Africa
How to make the most of your summer break, and what to do when you return to work
Away from the Gallic bustle of Nouméa, rugged coastlines and dense rainforest await
