Editorial Features - Page 35

It may no longer be the capital of Myanmar, but Yangon is still its most engaging city, with a colonial past (even if the British-era buildings are in an advanced state of decay), and new investment increasingly evident. Here's your guide on how to spend 24 hours in the city.

There are plenty of reasons to get away this November, with stretches of pink-tinged beaches in Grenada, sizzling adventures on Nicaragua’s active volcanoes and bargain shopping in Istanbul among the options awaiting travellers.

When Nick Baker isn’t tiptoeing around Britain with his binoculars, the Springwatch presenter absconds abroad to do the same there. He tells Gavin Haines about sleeping with penguins, why bats were nearly the death of him and where you should go for the best wildlife.

Between tropical Darwin and arid Adelaide, The Ghan scythes along Australia’s red heart on one of the world's most iconic train journeys. Words and pictures by Marie Barbieri.

The culinary heart of The Halkin Hotel in London’s well-heeled Belgravia, Michelin-starred Ametsa with Arzak Instruction showcases inventive New Basque fare amid clinical décor, says Jonny Payne.

Some of the planet's most glorious destinations unfurl best when viewed from a cruise ship. We take a look at the top 5 iconic cruise routes. From vibrant cities to exotic beaches, there’s something for everyone.

Enjoy a jungle glamping safari holiday in Sri Lanka where abundant elephants mean you don’t have to wait long to get close to the wildlife, says Hanna Lindon.

Actor Stephen Tompkinson, star of gritty crime film Harrigan, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his favourite city San Francisco and reveals where to find the best views and the best oysters in the city.

From autumnal New York to tropical Australia, we round up some of the best places to escape on holiday this October, whether you're pining for a city break, beaches or some adventure.

Starting tomorrow (13 September), the Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel hosts over 70 events to coincide with the annual Jane Austen Festival, including talks, concerts, readings, dance workshops and even a masked ball. Eva Gizowska books into the stunning 5-star property for a closer look.

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