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Move Over Milan—A Guide to Turin, Italy’s Most Elegant City

By Monica Mendal

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While Milan has long been a hotspot for travelers venturing to northern Italy in search of fashion, design, and culture, Turin—Italy’s fourth largest city, located just 45-minutes from Milan by train—has somehow remained blithely under wraps. It doesn’t take long after arriving in the Piedmontese capital to discover its inimitable elegance. Baroque architecture resembling that of Paris or Vienna houses the myriad of historic museums and galleries, while slashes of snow-capped Alpine mountains are visible from the grand squares and cobbled streets, all bustling with old cafes and restaurants serving traditional Piedmontese dishes. Stay long enough and you’ll find that Turin’s unique blend of art, culture, and quality food runs in the city’s blood—and serves as a promising indication that a new era as a tourist hotspot is firmly on the horizon.

Below, a guide to Turin.

Where to Stay

Turin’s limited selection of upscale hotels is evidence of its relative lack of tourism, for while there is no shortage of places to stay, big hotel groups and buzzy new design hotels haven’t yet set their sights on the city. Grand Hotel Sitea and Royal Palace Hotel are the best high-end stays, and while they remain ripe for refurbishment, their central location and guarantee of five-star hospitality make them the ideal launchpad for luxury travelers. 

The most charming boutique hotel in Turin is the family-run Hotel Victoria Torino , situated on a cobblestone street in the heart of the city’s historic center. The Victorian-style rooms feature antique period furniture and beds outfitted in liberty print canopies. If you prefer sleek modern spaces, meanwhile, book a room at B&B Via Stampatori or Hotel Opera35 Suite and Studio , both optimally located in the city center. 

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For a more local experience, book a characterful Airbnb run by a superhost, like this tastefully minimalist architect’s house in the lively Vanchiglia district or this charming apartment with a balcony overlooking the Quadrilatero Romano district. In the same neighborhood, you’ll find this luxury historical apartment with exposed wood beams and chandeliers—the perfect base to enjoy a subtle taste of the city’s old-world decadence.

Where to Eat

Turin is a culinary capital in its own right, where lunch is an elegant event and meals come with the promise of quality Piedmontese traditions and plenty of the region’s local ingredients. The one thing to know about traditional Piedmontese meals? You better come with a big appetite. While other Italian regions might serve a light selection of antipasti, or appetizers, for the Piedmontese, antipasti are often the main event. Meals begin with an assortment of at least three to five plates, like vitello tonnato, one of the region’s most famous dishes, followed by a traditional assortment of hearty meat and pasta dishes, from agnolotti (meat ravioli), to risotto al barolo (braised beef risotto), to rice and pasta dishes with the famous tartufo d’Alba in the fall. 

If you want to indulge in traditional Piedmontese dishes while dining among locals in a casual atmosphere, visit Ristorante Da Mauro and Pastificio Defilippis for the best agnolotti and Ristorante Consorzio for the finanziera stew. Trattoria Bar Coco’s is another unassuming local favorite, where traditional fare like vitello tonnato and pasta e fagioli are the standouts. One of the most popular eateries in Turin is Scannabue, deemed Bib Gourmand on the Michelin guide for its high-quality ingredients and good value. Come for lunch, order anything and you’ll surely get your money’s worth. 

For a less traditional dining experience, head to Magazzino 52, a wine shop and restaurant, which serves innovative interpretations of traditional Piedmontese dishes. As it’s a small space and a relatively sceney spot for Turin, it’s best to book ahead. If you prefer a quick lunch, as opposed to a sit-down restaurant, visit beloved bakery Perino Vesco for pizza and focaccia or Pastificio Baretti di Ugazio Giovanni, a pasta shop, serving a wide variety of traditional Piedmontese pasta dishes, which you can select at the counter and eat on the spot. When you’re ready for dessert, you’re in luck; Piedmont is Italy's leader in chocolate production and Baratti & Milano is the oldest and best confectionery to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Museo Casa Mollino, Italian architect Carlo Mollino’s former apartment located on the first floor of Villa Avondo, regularly lures the fashion crowd from Milan to Turin for a day trip. The apartment features all of the original furnishings designed and chosen by the celebrated mid-century designer and has been arranged to illustrate its original setting, offering a comprehensive look into Mollino’s professional and creative vision. 

Stay in Turin a while longer and you’ll uncover the art and culture scene that brews beneath its surface. Historic museums set within ornate palazzos occupy much of the city, such as Palazzo Madama, Turin’s municipal museum of ancient art, and Palazzo Reale di Torino, a 16th-century palace built for the House of Savoy. The city’s rich historical landmarks also double as centers for the modern art community that’s beginning to flourish here. Pinacoteca Giovanni e Marella Agnelli is an art gallery housed on the top floor of the Lingotto building, formerly the Fiat factory, which was founded in 1899 by Giovanni Agnelli. Fiat’s historic test track, Pista 500 can be found on the roof of the building as an exhibition space for rotating artistic installations. Another ode to Turin’s rich automotive history is Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile, an automobile museum that hosts a rare collection of over 200 original cars of 80 brands from around the world. 

Other notable contemporary art spaces include Fondazione Sandretto Re Rebaudengo, a non-profit contemporary art space founded by the titular art collector, and Castello di Rivoli, a contemporary art museum featuring works from the 1960s to present-day, and set in a 17th-century castle. Fondazione Merz is set in a former heating plant from the 1930s and features the collaborative work of husband-and-wife artist duo, Mario and Marisa Merz. Finally, if you have more time (and room in your stomach), take a day trip to Alba. One hour away by train, Piedmont’s culinary mecca—known for its white truffles—is also the capital of one of Italy’s leading wine regions. 

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Tourissimo made condé nast traveler 2024.

We are thrilled that Condé Nast Traveler mentioned Tourissimo in its "Best Places to Go in Europe in 2024."

In this week's blog, I'd like to share some thoughts and dive deeper into this significant achievement.

First, what is Condé Nast Traveler?

Condé Nast Traveler is a well-known and respected luxury travel magazine and website. It is part of the Condé Nast publishing company, which is renowned for its high-quality publications. So, it's up there when it comes to exposure and influence in our industry.

Furthermore, CN Traveler is highly regarded for its editorial quality, stunning photography, and in-depth features on destinations, hotels, restaurants, and travel experiences. The publication has earned a reputation for providing trusted travel recommendations and insights, influencing the travel choices of its readers. 

Awards and Recognition

The magazine annually publishes the Readers' Choice Awards, a prestigious list of top hotels, resorts, cities, airlines, and more, based on votes from its readers. Condé Nast Traveler's awards are considered significant in the travel industry and are often used by travelers to identify exceptional destinations and services.

They also publish the "Best Places to Go" guide. The way it works is that editors come together once a year to "award" and inspire. The term award would be inappropriate in this case: there's no award. What they publish is a curated list of recommendations, all beautifully narrated and with stunning pictures. 

In the intro to their guide you can read:

What follows is an edit of Europe's countries, regions, cities, and neighborhoods that are worthy of your time and attention in 2024—all thoughtfully selected by our editors at Condé Nast Traveller UK and Spain. It's just a fraction of what Europe has on deck in the year ahead, but it's, we feel, the best place to start. Happy travels. - CNTraveler

Best Places to Go in Europe in 2024 is part of their global guide to the Best Places to Go in 2024.

Why was Tourissimo featured?

The truth is that we don't know exactly but we have three strong data points.

1- The launch of the bike tour around the Italy Grand Depart of Tour the France 2024;

2- Our Northern Italian roots and expertise (our Italian base is in Turin and that's where we live when not in the USA);

3- How prolific we have been in creating inspiring and original itineraries in regions such as Piedmont, Veneto, Emilia Romagna, Friuli Venezia Giulia, and in the Western Alps and the Dolomites. 

It's a small mention. Nevertheless, we are thrilled because the editors at CNtraveler are knowledgeable professionals and the publication is pitched by destinations, hotels, and travel companies constantly. We did not sponsor the guide nor did we advertise with CNtraveler. 

As insiders, there are two main reasons that we value this very much:

• Condé Nast Traveler is known for its influence on travel trends and its ability to shape perceptions about destinations and experiences.
• Many travelers and industry professionals look to the magazine for inspiration and insights into emerging travel trends.

You can read here their Northern Italy motivation:

Northern Italy

Go for:   next-level cycling, need-for-speed motorsports, and a slow travel on a new train line

For the first time ever, the first three stages of the  Tour de France  will take place in  Italy  in 2024, a historic moment for the country, the sport, and the prestigious race. Competitors will saddle up in  Florence , head east towards Rimini on the  Adriatic Coast , follow the Apennines north through  Emilia-Romagna , and complete stage three in  Turin . With their truffles and terroirs, Italy’s northern regions are best known for their gastronomic heritage, but two-wheeled pursuits have long been part of the landscape. The 1998 Tour de France champion Marco Pantani was born here, while professional racer Davide Cassani was instrumental in developing the Via Romagna, a nearly 300-mile network of  cycling routes  throughout the region. Now, tour operators have upped their game in time for the event: Tourissimo’s week-long cycle holiday is designed to provide guests with live-action access to the tour itself, plus the chance to conquer the hills and thrills of Emilia-Romagna.  Ride International Tours  and  Ride Holidays  have released new routes to reflect growing interest in the region, while the looping, leisurely  route between Parma and Modena by Inn Travel  leaves more time for sampling local delicacies along the way. Those more comfortable on four wheels will find the  Emilia Romagna Grand Prix  and the annual  Motor Valley Fest , both in May, irresistible—this is the birthplace of Maserati, Ferrari, and Lamborghini after all—while those who prefer life in the slow lane can board new railway routes between Turin and Canelli with  Fondazione FS ’s 1930s carriages or take  Nightjet ’s overnighter from Verona to Liguria (via  Milan  and  Genoa ). Make a final pit stop in Pesaro to find out why it’s been crowned the Italian Capital of Culture for 2024. — Anna Prendergast

Finally, my recommendations for your Northern Italian active vacation in 2024:

• Piedmont Magnifica Mini Bike Tour - The wine region of Piedmont bike tour. 
• Friuli and Slovenia Mini Bike Tour and the big brother Friuli and Slovenia (Slovenia is not Italy but it is beautiful and on this tour, you get to visit two countries at once). 
• Cinque Terre Hiking - A must that we master.
• Romantic Veneto from Verona to the Venice Lagoon.

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The Best Places to Go in Europe in 2024

By CNT Editors

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When looking forward to the best places to go in Europe for 2024, our expert contributors nominate the destinations that are on the up right now, because of a flock of hotel openings, perhaps, murmurings of Michelin arrivals, shiny new museums or a concerted conservation effort taking root. These nominations make up the Best Places To Go In 2024, in which we shine a light on the destinations that are due their moment in the sun.

This year, as well as turning our gaze to global destinations in the Best Places to Go in the World in 2024, we’re also looking to the spots that are making waves on each continent right now. This list is an edit of Europe 's countries, regions, cities and neighbourhoods – all thoughtfully selected by our editors at Condé Nast Traveller UK and Spain – that are worthy of your time and attention next year.

All 12 destinations are places we’re keeping a keen eye on right now: from first-time sports events in Italy to astonishing nature in Scandinavia and a curious surf scene in France. Happy travels.

This is part of our global guide to the Best Places to Go in 2024 . Find our lists for the Best Places to Go in Africa , Asia , Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific , Central and South America , and North America and the Caribbean .

The Best Places to Go in Europe

Antwerp in belgium.

Go for: intriguing new architecture and a clutch of sharp hotel openings

Enjoy the cocktails at August in Antwerp; then head next door for dinner at the new Untitled, which offers rustic dishes from a renowned team

August, and sister property Hotel Julien, showcase the effortless cool that characterises Belgium's most underrated city

So often overlooked in favour of its Dutch neighbour Amsterdam – or mistakenly written off as being as staid as Brussels – Antwerp is easily Belgium's most underrated city. In fact, the diamond capital of the world is somewhat of an undiscovered gem, with plenty of cool and culture for a weekend romp. There’s an impressive concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants to rival major European capitals. Perhaps best known is two-star The Jane , which was ranked number 39 in this year's World’s 50 Best Restaurants list and will celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2024. If the exquisite 14-course tasting menu here is out of budget, the restaurant’s sleek new bar, Untitled, which opened earlier this year, offers rustic dishes at a more accessible price point, all lovingly plated before your eyes by chef Joeri Timmermans. After dinner, roll yourself next door to bag a bed at August (a former Augustinian convent turned supremely serene sanctuary), or for a sleepover in the heart of town, sister property Hotel Julien is a design-led favourite. Once you’ve eaten your way through the city’s culinary offerings, walk it all off Zuidpark , an ambitious development set for completion by spring 2024. Pinned to be one of Antwerp’s leafiest havens, the seven-hectare park will have 30,000 plants and several smart water features – all part of the city’s continual effort to be greener. – Gina Jackson

Asturias, Spain

Go for: eco-focussed tourism that doesn't scrimp on luxury

Interiors at Solo PalacioSink into Asturias's mountainous landscapes at Ecoboutique's Solo Palacio, in the Picos de Europa mountain range, where smart interiors beg travelelrs to stay a while

In this lesser-trammeled slice of Spain, rural hotels provide a place to rest your head between days spent hiking and visiting Michelin star restaurants. Talk about balance

While the pandemic generated a new type of traveller – nature-loving and environmentally conscious – Asturias did not have to reinvent itself to attract them. The tagline “Asturias, natural paradise”, created almost 40 years ago, represents everything we look for in a getaway. Perhaps that is why this autonomous community is the most dynamic destination in northern Spain; it welcomed more than 2.4 million visitors last year, with more international travellers than ever. The climate also helps: heatwaves are barely noticeable. This is the year to discover its natural spaces, many of them UNESCO Biosphere Reserves , via rejuvenated routes such as the Camino Primitivo, a calmer branch of the popular Camino de Santiago, through some of the country’s least-known regions. Spain’s first rural hotel, La Rectoral de Taramundi , opened here, and other noteworthy addresses include PuebloAstur Eco-Resort in the Picos de Europa mountain range, Ecoboutique’s Solo Palacio and Las Caldas Villa Termal . Alternatively, book into new arrivals Palacio de Figueras from the Vestige Collection or CoolRooms’ Palacio de Luces . The food scene also makes Asturias unmissable. Its “landscape cuisine” rivals that of the Basque Country. There are 11 Michelin stars peppered around the region as well as an emerging culinary movement in the Caudal and Nalón valleys, while chefs such as Natalia Menéndez (Casa Chuchu), Diego García (El Pintu), Paula Lamas and Jairo Rodríguez (Roble) and Xune Andrade (Mont) are on the rise. Regional capital Oviedo is aiming to be the country's Gastronomic Capital for 2024, bringing together more than 200 chefs at the Euro-Toques conference in April. – Clara Laguna

Biarritz, France

Go for: a sweet surf scene in a lesser-known stretch of the Basque Country

Sun-soaked Biarritz has built on its Belle Époque heritage with hotels like Villa Magnan (unsurprisingly, you may fine local interior designers sitting beside you at its restaurant)

Breathe in the salty air atop the roof terrace at Regina Biarritz, a new opening from the Parisian-born Experimental Group – and added proof that the surf town is having a comeback

Just over the border from San Sebastián , the French resort town of Biarritz is prepped to step out of the shade of its Michelin-star-studded Spanish Basque counterpart and welcome a new generation of sophisticate. They are booking into its artfully resuscitated belle époque hotels, including Experimental’s brand new Regina Biarritz , Unbound’s Hôtel du Palais and enigmatic indie Villa Magnan (book a table at De Puta Madre and dine with local interior designers and filmmakers). The late 20th century was not kind to this beautiful town on France’s southwestern coast, its dwindling fortunes and faded grandeur standing in stark contrast to its late-19th-century and early-20th-century heyday, when Emperor Napoleon III had his summer palace here, and his Spanish wife Eugénie promoted Biarritz as a health resort. Happily, in-the-know Spanish and French urbanites have rediscovered this belle époque delight, lapping up a hip surf scene (Biarritz is one of Europe’s oldest surf destinations, thanks to a bunch of American filmmakers who visited in the 1950s) and fuelling a youthful Basque culinary scene, from the thrilling Les Halles covered market to neo-bistro Epoq and Michelin-starred favourites such as L’Impertinent . – Anna Hart

Bodǿ, Norway

Go for: epic stargazing, spectacular nature and a programme of cultural events that's not to be missed

The aurora borealis are one of the biggest draws for those visiting Bodø in winter, but cultural events in 2024 will means days equally full of colourful entertainment

Bodø’s position on the pristine shores of northern Norway affords it endless days in the glow of the midnight summer sun and shocks of fluorescent light come winter, when the aurora borealis erupt onto the night sky. This small Arctic fishing town is a European Capital of Culture for 2024, which will result in the area’s largest-ever arts programme, including about 1,000 events and an influx of people interested in creativity in all its forms. The region’s unique Sami heritage is championed here, while striking modern expansion is seen in buildings such as the world-class, harbour-fronting Stormen Concert Hall , which can hold 900 people and will form a crucial centrepoint for the celebrations.

Beyond its cultural accolades, Bodø is also the gateway to the ethereal Lofoten Islands. The dramatic landscape of fjords and jagged peaks makes it a perfect playground for adventurers and photographers alike, offering unforgettable, dramatic views. Adding to Bodø’s appeal is its burgeoning food and drinks scene (try Lystpå for dinner and Brødrene Berbusmel Bakery for breakfast) as well as exciting new places to stay. The Wood Hotel will open in 2024, offering the town’s most luxurious lodgings yet, with pared-back Scandi design and floor-to-ceiling windows. For something a little more in tune with nature, try GlampNord . – Rosie Conroy

Budapest in Hungary

Go for: a fresh take after 150 years of the city

As the city of Budapest turns 150, an overwhelming sense of old-meets-new is inspired by historic attractions living alongside just-opened hotels (such as the art deco-inspired W, above) and futuristic buildings (like the House of Music Hungary)

Renowned for its architecture, the Hungarian capital spans everything from art nouveau and neoclassical to gothic and baroque, with the Blue Danube connecting it all like a ribbon. And then there are the mineral-rich thermal baths, featuring ornate design flourishes. The city also buzzes with creativity, which spills over into the vibrant nightlife; the ruin bars district is a tangible example of crafting opportunity from the ashes of adversity following the brutality of Communist rule. November 2023 marks 150 years since the previously divided cities of Buda, Pest and Obuda were unified and, as well as a series of cultural events, the Chain Bridge – the city’s oldest and a “symbol of togetherness”, according to Mayor Gergely Karácsony – has fully reopened after a two-year restoration, granting excellent views of Buda Castle and the Hungarian Parliament Building. New builds such as the spectacular House of Music Hungary and the National Athletics Centre (the central stadium for 2023’s World Athletics Championships) are testament to a city with optimism for its next 150 years. The art deco W Budapest – formerly a palace and on a UNESCO World Heritage-listed street – opened in July 2023 opposite the Hungarian State Opera. Also in the Marriott portfolio is the Dorothea Hotel , with its 216 rooms and glamorous rooftop restaurant. In keeping with the musical events celebrating the 150th anniversary, the 2022 opening of the Hard Rock Hotel – Eastern Europe’s first – combines musical memorabilia (Prince’s faux-fur coat in a shade of, unsurprisingly, purple) with an in-thick-of-it location on Nagymező Street, Budapest ’s legendary louche entertainment strip. – Sarah Rodrigues

Carlsberg City District in Denmark

Go for: new-new-wave eateries in the city's district of the moment

Petit fours are served at Studio, a new restaurant from acclaimed chef Christoffer Sørensen. It joins a select set of eateries in the Carlsberg District

From Studio's food, to fashion ateliers and design houses, Carlsberg is an intentional hub of creative newness in the beloved Danish city

For 161 years, Copenhagen’s sprawling Carlsberg brewery held its secrets behind closed gates. When Carlsberg moved away in 2008, a plan was hatched to transform the old site, with its patinaed spires and life-size elephant statues, into a showcase neighbourhood. What attracts residents to the emergent Carlsberg District also charms visitors: copious green space, easy public transit and an evocative mash-up of contemporary and repurposed architecture, anchored by cherry-picked restaurants and shops. At the light-flooded Coffee Collective , they like to serve two roasts at once to contrast the beans’ terroirs. Aamanns , the pioneer of modernised smørrebrød, is also here, along with Neopolitan pizzeria Surt ; Kona , a destination izakaya from former Noma chef Philipp Inrieter; and Studio , by Christoffer Sørensen, a Michelin Best Young Chef. Home designers Carl Hansen and Søn, by Adelborg and PP Møbler have arrived. Fashion’s Henrik Vibskov has also moved in, packing his atelier with kaleidoscopic garments, in contrast with the classic suits of Deerest nearby. In December 2023, the brewery itself springs back to life, with a state-of-the-art, interactive visitors’ centre and the revival of its 1847 bar-room. Also to come are Friday summer parties in the courtyard and the unveiling of namesake Carl Jacobsen’s lavish gardens, open to the public for the first time since their 1890 groundbreaking. Afterwards, retire to the windowseat of your room at Hotel Ottilia overlooking the construction cranes. In a city that believes in liveable density, you’re witnessing smart urban planning unfold. – Betsy Andrews

Costa de Prata in Portugal

Go for: boho openings in an unsung corner of the country

Drive north of Lisbon to the quiet Costa de Prata, where Areias de Seixo is one of several new hotels attracting an effortlessly cool crowd

After bedding down at Areias de Seixo, hit the world-class waves lining the coast – like those Portugal's World Surfing Reserve in Ericeira

Not as show-offy as Comporta, much less known than the Algarve and with more surfer vibes than the Costa Vicentina, Costa de Prata (Silver Coast) is the strip of Portugal’s Atlantic seaboard we are most excited about right now. Start a south-to-north road trip in Ericeira, where Aethos Hotels opened an outpost in which smart design is combined with laid-back coastal cool at the end of 2022. It was hot on the heels of Immerso , a hotel full of local crafts and the same truly Portuguese personality as new restaurant and beach club Balagan. Heading north, Areias do Seixo continues to be a benchmark for luxury stays on the Costa de Prata, while in Nazaré, where German surfer Sebastian Steudtner rode a world record wave of 26.21 metres, Ohai Nazaré has family-friendly glamping. A visit to Obidos, one of the most beautiful towns in Portuga l, is the perfect excuse to stay at the bohemian Literary Man or, if golf is more your thing, check in at Marriott’s Praia D’El Rey . Along the coast, surfing hub Peniche has standout beaches, including Consolação and is a great jumping-off point for the Berlengas islands, an increasingly less secret paradise. The road trip ends in Aveiro, known as the Venice of Portugal, where MS Collection Palacete de Valdemouro has just opened under the Small Luxury Hotels banner. There’s no doubt that the Silver Coast is on track to take gold. – David Moralejo

Cyclades, Greece

Go for: salty-air island-hopping made easier than ever

The Cyclades, a cluster of beloved Greek islands scattered in the Aegean Sea, will welcome a boom of new wellness hotels in 2024

Is there anywhere more popular than the Greek islands right now? This past summer, the Cyclades – an island group that includes Mykonos , Santorini , Paros , Milos and Ios – dominated social-media feeds with beautiful blue and white backdrops, thrilling beach clubs and nightclubs, and unparalleled shopping. With more smart stays being unveiled in 2024, as well as new flights, next summer is the time to make a Cyclades trip happen. Etihad, British Airways and Saudia added new routes to various Greek islands in 2023, plus the 2022 launch of Cycladic, the first inter-island airline, means it’s easier than ever to get there. Hotel business is booming. Santo Pure in Oia on Santorini has just added 20 new suites, and next year it will be joined by sister hotel Santo Mine, a 37-suite luxury resort. Slick boutique hotel Kalesma on Mykonos will launch its spa for the 2024 season, including a hammam and cryotherapy area. Five-star, 80-acre Gundari Resort will open on Folegandros next May, while a new One&Only property will come to Kea in April. Such plush hotels are rare on these islands, expanding the options for luxury stays in the Cyclades. – Ali Wunderman

Go for: marking a quarter-century since the Kosovan war with new hiking and biking trails across the beautiful countryside

Kosovo's untouched valleys offer the perfect canvas for multi-day hiking and biking trips – like the Trans Dinarica cycling route, opening in 2024, which will wind its way past rivers, markets, and via ferrata setups

Tiny Kosovo lacks the stunning beaches of Albania and luxury resorts of Montenegro, but Europe’s newest country has sky-scraping peaks, pastoral countryside and heart-warming hospitality, a combination ideal for multi-day hiking and biking trips. 2024 will mark the 25th anniversary since the end of the Kosovo war, and there's much to discover in the region now. Following in the footsteps of cross-border adventure trails such as the Peaks of the Balkans and High Scardus, the Trans Dinarica cycling route opens in 2024, making its way past the minarets framing Prizren’s eponymous river, through the Ottoman market town of Gjakova and on to Peja. Perched on the edge of the Rugova Gorge, Peja serves as base camp for the country’s many outdoor adventures, including via ferratas and spelunking. A new pavestone path will soon connect the Lumbardhi River Promenade with the popular Health Trail that is the beginning of the south-to-west route through the inaptly named Accursed Mountains. Two additional forthcoming routes connect trails in the Rugova Mountains to the gushing White Drin waterfall and Radac cave. Steps from the waterfall, the sleek, modern Ujëvara e Drinit Resort specialises in rooms with a view and fresh trout dinners. Through-hikers can rest weary bones and fill hungry bellies further from town along the trails at rural guesthouses such as Ariu , where traditional Kosovar dishes include flija, made with dairy produced on-site. – Naomi Tomky

Mallorca, Spain

Go for: an outpouring of exciting new hotels across the island

Cocktails at Ikos Porto PetroWhether you're looking for poolside cocktails or art installations, beloved Mallorca has more where that came from in 2024

The pool and gardens at Ikos Porto Petro, a sleek resort that opened in 2023 in Mallorca, add to the region's hearty roster of luxury stays

The grande dame of the Mediterranean remains unrivalled thanks to its pitch-perfect brand of low-key luxury, exceptional service and focus on sustainability. But in recent months, the Balearic island has added even more jewels to its crown; among them is Son Bunyola , Richard Branson’s latest hotel, in the Tramuntana Mountains. Not far from there, in the town of Puigpunyent, the team behind Andalucia’s stellar Finca Cortesin has opened Grand Hotel Son Net in a 17th-century manor house. Also adding to the excitement for 2024 is the slick styling of Ikos Porto Petro , farm turned boutique stay The Lodge and Zel Mallorca – the first Zel hotel is a collaboration between Rafael Nadal and another homegrown big hitter, Meliá. As if that wasn’t enough, there’s also the Four Seasons , which takes over the much-loved Hotel Formentor, Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, beachfront Aethos and Marugal, which has unveiled its second project on the island after Cap Rocat. Meanwhile, S’Arracer del Dimoni hotel will open in Santa Margalida, and Belmond La Residencia will continue its artists-in-residence programme and the third edition of art installation Mitico, in collaboration with Galleria Continua. – María Casbas

Northern Italy

Go for: next-level cycling, need-for-speed motorsports and a slower take on travel with the advent of a new train line

No longer second-fiddle to France, cycling holidays in Italy are taking off

For the first time ever, the first three stages of the Tour de France will take place in Italy in 2024, a historic moment for the country, the sport and the prestigious race. Competitors will saddle up in Florence, head east towards Rimini on the Adriatic Coast, follow the Apennines north through Emilia-Romagna and complete stage three in Turin. With their truffles and terroirs, Italy’s northern regions are best known for their gastronomic heritage, but two-wheeled pursuits have long been part of the landscape. The 1998 Tour de France champion Marco Pantani was born here, while professional racer Davide Cassani was instrumental in developing the Via Romagna, a 462km network of cycling routes throughout the region. Now, tour operators have upped their game in time for the event: Tourissimo’s week-long cycle holiday is designed to provide guests with live-action access to the tour itself, plus the chance to conquer the hills and thrills of Emilia-Romagna. Ride International Tours and Ride Holidays have released new routes to reflect growing interest in the region, while the looping, leisurely route between Parma and Modena by Inn Travel leaves more time for sampling local delicacies along the way. Those more comfortable on four wheels will find the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix and the annual Motor Valley Fest , both in May, irresistible – this is the birthplace of Maserati, Ferrari and Lamborghini after all – while those who prefer life in the slow lane can board new railway routes between Turin and Canelli with Fondazione FS’s 1930s carriages or take Nightjet’s overnighter from Verona to Liguria (via Milan and Genoa). Make a final pit stop in Pesaro to find out why it’s been crowned Italian Capital of Culture for 2024. – Anna Prendergast

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Go for: star chefs leading a foodie revolution

The Abbey Inn is the latest Yorkshire opening from local hero Tommy Banks, who, in 2014, became the youngest chef to head up a kitchen receiving a Michelin star for The Black Swan – at just 24 years old

For a bewitching break in 2024, go north. Yorkshire-born sculptor Henry Moore once said: “The observation of nature is part of an artist’s life.” And Yorkshire has some of the most seductive nature: sweeping landscapes like living oil paintings; undulating dales and peaks; deep-forested moors with big skies; heady lavender fields; lofty woodlands filled with birdsong; and golden sandy sweeps skirting the peppermint-blue sea. The Brontës’ romanticism is not lost. In 2024, go stargazing in Yorkshire’s national parks at the magical Dark Skies Festival . The Yorkshire Balloon Fiesta will return to its new home at Castle Howard in 2024, with rainbow-bright, early-morning mass balloon flights and night glows. There were plenty of Michelin mentions for the county in 2023, with keen eyes on the 2024 list, so restaurants with rooms are ramping up. Just up the road from The Black Swan in Oldstead, Michelin-lauded chef Tommy Banks’ latest outpost, The Abbey Inn , opened in May and its three luxurious bedrooms, care of Tommy’s mother, were launched in July. For the ultimate culinary sleepover, stay two nights and eat at both restaurants. Newbie Mýse , helmed by chef-and-sommelier couple Joshua and Victoria Overington, is a petite restaurant with rooms set among caramel-coloured cottages in the sleepy village of Hovingham. Book in for its creative tasting menu, then retire upstairs to one of the cosy-cool rooms. In June, Middleton Lodge , a sustainable luxury retreat bordering the Yorkshire Dales National Park, launched the Forest Spa in the heart of a serenely wooded estate. Don’t pass by honeycomb-hued Helmsley, with its emerging culinary scene and the recent opening of Pignut – a restaurant with a sustainable focus and impressive casual and tasting-menu options. Expect plenty more magic in 2024. – Rachel Everett

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The best things to do in Turin, Italy's most tasteful city-break destination right now

By Luke Abrahams

The beauty of Turin is that it’s all about the niche. Yes, there are grand boulevards, ancient ruins, grand coffee shops festooned with chandeliers, world-leading museums and household brands that pierce Italy’s borders (hello Fiat and Lavazza) but look beyond the obvious and you’ll quickly realise there’s no other city in Italy quite like it.

At first glance, Piedmont’s capital looks more like a romanticised ode to  Paris . Explore the ultra-moody streets, however, and you’ll get an authentic dose of Italy. Extraordinary royal palazzi, avant-garde galleries, bookstores, chiselled gardens, and miles upon miles of baroque architectural masterpieces – and then there are the restaurants. Slow food and top-notch wines are the real deal and every decent restaurant in the city is consistently booked up. In short, there’s not one palazzo, courtyard, street, shop, or institution left untouched by this city’s infectious drive for its epicurean, historic and deeply artistic personality.

It might not have the grand  hotels of Rome , the stylish finesse of  Milan , or the Renaissance splendour of  Florence , but it has plenty of soul. There’s a charm to this city’s grit. It feels lived in, loved, respected… It's a picture of real Italian life, Disney-fied Amalfi-mania aside. What you see is what you get. Here are the best things to do, from eats to museums and the buzzing galleries in between.

The best hotels in Turin

Grand Hotel Sitea

The city’s grand dame hotel is its most storied. Opened in 1925, it remains Turin’s only historic grand hotel and is a member of the Locali Storici d’Italia, an age-old institution that brings all of Italy’s most esteemed hotels, restaurants, and cafés together. Despite being hidden away on a quiet pedestrianised road, the hotel is plonked in the centre of all the action. The Via Roma (home to all the big Italian fashion houses), the bustling Piazza San Carlo, Museo Egizio and all the big royal palaces are all within easy walking distance. Think grand coffered ceilings, Art Deco chandeliers, 16th-century pastoral paintings and a charming patio running riot with tortoises. Rooms are classically designed and are generously spacious for the area with antique prints, furniture and polished parquet floors. Bathrooms? Marble-clad, of course. Elsewhere there’s a Michelin-starred restaurant plating up Piedmontese culinary traditions – if you need a drink, hit up the sexy American Bar. Though pomp through and through, it’s all very relaxed and utterly unpretentious – the staff make sure of it. Address: Grand Hotel Sitea, Via Carlo Alberto, 35, 10123 Torino TO, Italy

NH Collection Torino Piazza Carlina

Set inside a light and airy 20th-century palace, the movie-chic design here (think scalloped couches and starlet-ready mirrors) marries effortlessly well with the palazzo’s high baroque features: long splendid hallways, imposing arches and mosaic floors. Digs are all furnished in creams, blues and a dash of rose. The best come with views eyeing the city rooftops and all are kitted out with hardwood floors, Lavazza coffee machines (the coffee house hails from Turin) and cedar-style furniture. Up top, the rooftops dazzle with all their sprawling panoramas of grand city icons and the neighbouring Alps, plus the little herb garden loaded with home-grown rosemary, thyme and oregano is a sweet addition. Address: Hotel NH Piazza Carlina, P.za Carlo Emanuele II, 15, 10123 Torino TO, Italy

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Turin is not known so much for its hotel scene (hence the very slim list) which is why most visitors – especially out-of-town Italians – go hyper-local and rent a place on Airbnb . Turin has caught on to the growing trend of the rental market, giving rise to a colossal number of hosts in the city who are now able to offer guests everything from insurance to nifty concierge services. Hit up any listing in Centro, especially in and around the Via Roma, Piazza Castello, Via Po, Via Giuseppe Garibaldi and the Via Pietro Micca. Expect courtyard digs with great views, delicious nearby eats and lots of free advice a lá Torinese.

The best things to do in Turin

Museo Egizio

The city’s Egyptian museum makes the British Museum green-eyed with jealousy. Its collection is dramatically larger; its research is globally revered, and its sheer size is dizzying. Split over four mammoth levels, the galleries were established way back in 1824 from the collection of artefacts French General Consul, Bernardino Drovetti, amassed during his travels through  Egypt . The headliner comes courtesy of the Tomb of Kha, a tomb for a tomb builder to the pharaohs that dates all the way back to 3,500 BC. Elsewhere interactive displays explore all sorts of questions while other rooms chronicle remarkably well-preserved anthropomorphic sarcophagi, plus furniture, food, statues and sculptures. Address: Museo Egizio, Via Accademia delle Scienze, 6, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: museoegizio.it

Balon Flea Market

If you’re a sucker for vintage steals and antiques that pack in a history lesson cue the Grand Balon,  Europe’s  greatest flea market. Italians far and wide have been flocking to the Porta Palazzo every second Sunday since 1985 to get their hands on all sorts of fine Italianate steals. Think retro furniture, toys, lace, linens, art, ceramics, old cameras, books and oodles of contemporary crafts. There are well over 300 stalls to peruse that spill out onto the streets – Lanino, Mameli, Canale Carpanini and Borgo Dora – and exhibitions (yes, it’s that much of a big deal) inside the Cortile del Maglio. If it all sounds a bit much, don’t worry as there are plenty of guided tours designed to whizz you through the highlights from dawn to dusk. Address: Via Vittorio Andreis 14, 10152 Torino 

Palazzo Madama

Napoleon was so enamoured by this place he took it as his official Turin residence when he annexed the city in 1802. It’s easy to see why: stained glass windows, long, cavernous hallways and perhaps one of the most breathtaking marble staircases on the planet. The original palazzo rose to the ground in 1003 but much of the beauteous Baroque façade you see today is the work of Italian architect, engraver and goldsmith Filippo Juvarra. He was the man behind some of Turin’s greatest architectural masterpieces, from the castle of Rivoli to the Palace of Venaria. Nowadays you’ll find fine mediaeval-to-modern decorative arts, porcelain, plates and religious art draped all over its walls. The café also dons excellent views over the Piazza Reale and if you head to the third floor, you’ll eye panoramic views of the city, the  mountains  and beyond from the sturdy tower of the ancient castle. Address: Palazzo Madama, P.za Castello, 10122 Torino TO, Italy Website: palazzomadamatorino.it

Palazzo Reale

Next door to the Palazzo lies one of Turin’s greatest assets, its royal palace. Guarded by the statues of the mythical twins Castor and Pollux, who according to superstitious legend watch over the magical sacred and diabolical borders of the city, this is a regal, and now  UNESCO-listed , retreat, originally built in the 16th century. Focus on the Galleria Sabauda to eye the personal art collection of the Savoy monarchs. The 400-year-old stash includes works from Van Dyck, Rubens, Veronese and Rembrandt and is almost as impressive as all the Greek and Roman archaeological treasures held in the Museo di Antichità and the dazzling frescoed armoury hall – the palace’s Kodak moment. A stroll through the gardens designed in 1697 by André Le Nôtre (the man behind the gardens at  Versailles ) north and east of the palace is also non-negotiable. Address: Palazzo Reale, Piazzetta Reale, 1, 10122 Torino TO, Italy Website: museireali.beniculturali.it

Mole Antonelliana (Museo Nazionale del Cinema)

Over the years, Mole Antonelliana has become the undisputed symbol of Turin and even features on the Italian two-cent coin. When construction began in 1862 it was intended to pop up as a synagogue but, despite its religious intentions, was never once used as a place of worship. Now the 167m tower is home to the Museo Nazionale del Cinema, one fine museum exploring Turin’s longstanding relationship with the movies over the years. For 360 views, take the elevator to the viewing deck but be warned, lines and wait times can be very long, especially at weekends, so get there as early as possible. Address: Mole Antonelliana, Via Montebello, 20, 10124 Torino TO, Italy Website: museocinema.it

Parco del Valentino

It’s all about the long walks in this glorious stretch of park straddling the banks of the mighty river, Po. Massive  villas , grand residences, and the Castello del Valentino (another royal Savoy palace) are just some of the highlights here to explore, along with the Botanical Gardens, the Torino Esposizioni and Underground Pavilion Complex and the Borgo Medievale, an open-air museum mimicking the late-medieval architecture of the  Piedmont region . As with any grand park in Italy, there’s also a rather opulent fountain in the form of the very striking Fontana dei 12 mesi (Fountain of the Months) which comes to life day and night with a dazzling waterworks show that spins off each of its allegorical marble statues. Address: Parco del Valentino, Corso Massimo d'Azeglio, 10126 Torino TO, Italy Website: comune.torino.it

Basilica di Superga

There’s a romantic ending to this basilica in the sky. Built in 1706 under the direct order of Vittorio Amedeo II the shrine was built to honour the Virgin Mary when Turin was saved from besieging French and Spanish armies. Built on top of a surrounding hill, it’s the final resting place of the Savoy family (Italy’s former royals) whose overtly lavish tombs make for excellent sightseeing. The view from up here is also simply astounding, as is the dome. Address: Strada Basilica di Superga, 73, 10132 Torino TO, Italy Website: basilicadisuperga.com

Reggia di Venaria Reale

Travel a little further out of the city and day trip to Reggia di Venaria Reale, the Unesco-listed Baroque palace of The Savoys and Italy’s extremely grand answer to its very own Château de Versailles. Rescued from ruin by a €235 million 10-year-long restoration project, it’s one of the largest royal residences in the world originally designed as a glorified hunting lodge in 1675 by Carlo Emanuele II. The permanent exhibition runs a colossal 2km in length, chronicling the 1000-year history of the House of Savoy alongside numerous temporary pop-ups and regular live concerts. Expect 1600 square metres of exquisite wall and ceiling frescoes, gorgeous ornamental gardens, walloping columns, glistening marble floors and rooms laced with silverware and paintings from the likes of Rubens and Van Dyck. The major highlight? The Grand Gallery. Address: La Venaria Reale, Piazza della Repubblica, 4, 10078 Venaria Reale TO, Italy Website: lavenaria.it

The best restaurants and bar in Turin

Farmacia del Cambio

Well before  Stanley Tucci  made the place famous in his show  Searching for Italy , this place is and always has been a Turin institution. There are never-ending lines throughout the day. Farmacia del Cambio began life as, you guessed it, a pharmacy that housed all sorts of potions and apothecaries hidden away in ancient ceramics. Many of the original features – chandeliers, furniture and more – survive to this day in a bistro, ice cream parlour, pastry shop and bar wow on loop. Must-try sweet-tooth treats include the tre ciccolati, an exceedingly rich orb of chocolate mouse and the crubix, smooth custard encased inside some seriously stodgy pastry. The bicerin – a Turin-native drink made of espresso, hot chocolate, and milk – is a must-try, too. Address: Farmacia Del Cambio, Piazza Carignano, 2, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: delcambio.it

Magazzino 52

Warehouse 52, a stellar local haunt brought to life by friends Diego, Graziano and Dario is all about their united love affair with snacks and booze. The food is Med-inspired at heart, but the boys don’t forget their roots, with a particular emphasis on Piedmontese traditions. Think tagliolini with rabbit livers and Piedmontese pork bacon with soy sauce. More than 1,000 bottles of wine stock the walls from the local Piedmont hills to  Tuscany , Burgundy and Rhone. Drink at the table, or simply ask to take one home. Address: Magazzino 52, Via Giovanni Giolitti, 52/A, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: magazzino52.it

Luogo Divino

You come, you eat, you drink, you leave – that’s the in-your-face philosophy at Luogo Divino. Small plates rule Remo Girardi’s menu with pantry greens, veggies, cheeses, catch of the days and shellfish making up much of the seasonal nosh on offer. The risotto is a must (it’s prepared differently according to the season) as is the taleggio fondue with cabbage and croutons. Wines are served by the glass and it’s best to let the team choose for you. Address: Luogo Divino, Via S. Massimo, 13, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: luogodivino.com

Turin’s chicest ode to Asia-Peruvian fusion is Azotea, a cocktail bar that's quite literally the definition of Instagram: sexy low-lit walls, a dash of floral art and ivy-festooned holes in the walls. The concept is very much in tune with the boundless stakes of the nikkei world and brings together the many flavours and aromas of Peruvian cuisine and Japanese culinary expressionism. It all sounds very intense, but it works and in a refreshingly non-snooty kind of way. Go for chef Alexander Robles tasting menu (it changes all the time) with a drinks pairing – the tropical Negroni is the standout tipple. Address: Azotea, Via Maria Vittoria, 49/B, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: azoteatorino.com

Quiet and super relaxed, Razzo is all about shining a light on young talent in a contemporary shiny space. Chef Niccolo Giugni uses a few suppliers in the hope that his dishes will inspire you to learn more about where your food is coming from. The bulk of the tasting menu uses ingredients simply, while the wine list draws on a curated selection of producers that puts unknown Italian and worldwide vineyards on the map. There’s also a little shop where you can take truffles, foie gras and more home, too. Address: Razzo, Via Andrea Doria, 17/F, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: vadoarazzo.it

Ristorante Circolo dei Lettori

The grand dame of Turin’s restaurant scene delivers its ethos of introducing new punters to the delights of traditional Piedmontese cuisine. Chef Stefano Fanti adds a hint of modernity in his facelift of seasonal ingredients. The menu is long, so we suggest you go for the Piedmont tasting menu to relish in all the region's delights. Expect fassone raw veal tartare with hazelnut mayo; gnocchi with a ragout of rabbit and amaretto; and pink calf with Monferrina tuna sauce, plus Piedmont pickles. The arty rooms decorated by Felice Vellan are also picture-pretty. Address: Ristorante Circolo dei Lettori, Via Giambattista Bogino, 9, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: instagram.com

Pasticceria Venier

You go here for one thing and one thing only – pudding. Our main tip is to get here as early you can to snap up the Chantilly and an Umbertini before they sell out. Address: Pasticceria Venier, Via Monte di Pietà, 22, 10122 Torino TO, Italy

The best shops in Turin

Verdelilla Torino

Hidden away on the Via Assietta you’ll stumble upon Verdelilla. Fashion is owner Silvia Reinhold's main game but among the stylish racks there’s a load of stylish shoes , jewels and sparkling dangling accessories too. Address: Verdelilla Torino, Via Assietta, 17, 10128 Torino TO, Italy Website: verdelilla.it

Confetteria Stratta

Opened in 1836, this chocolate shop remains one of Turin’s most legendary to this day. Artisanal gianduiotto – Piedmont’s most famous slab of cocoa first made during Napoleon’s regency – is the must-buy speciality filled with bite-sized hazelnuts. Address: Stratta, P.za S. Carlo, 191, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: stratta1836.it

Galleria Subalpina

The work of architect Pietro Carrera, Galleria Subalpina is the one-stop shopping arcade for all those who love a dash of art, fine wines and vintage prints. The star of the show is Galleria Gilibert, a deluxe bookstore specialising in rare literary totems, old-school posters, globes and maps. It’s also home to Caffè Baratti, one of Turin’s most famous cafés. Address: Galleria Subalpina, Galleria Subalpina, 16, 10123 Torino TO, Italy

Kristina Ti Store Torino

Go here for niche, up-market and limited edition goods courtesy of Turin native Cristina Tardito. The store is all about ready-to-wear fine fabrics that glamourise ultra-feminine pieces designed to make a statement. Address: Kristina Ti Store Torino, Via Maria Vittoria, 18, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: kristinati.com

Bagni Paloma

This concept store masterminded by Alessandra Rolle is hidden away in a converted garage in Via dei Mille. Everything you see on the walls and the floor is for sale. There’s also a cosy lounge where you can meet locals and sip hipster cups of coffee, too. Address: Bagni Paloma, P.za Cavour, 2, 10123 Torino TO, Italy Website: bagnipaloma.it

The bookstalls on the Via Po

Sometimes it feels like there are more bookstores and  libraries  in Turin than there are actual people. Bookworms should shimmy down the Via Po (one of the city’s oldest streets) and check out the book stalls. Treasures include vintage bound classics, novellas, mini-histories and hardbacks devoted to some of the most stunning world maps you’ll ever see.

Via Roma and Piazza San Carlo

All the big brands are on this street/piazza mash-up from Vuitton to Ferragamo, Armani and Hermès, but ditch the names for Galleria San Federico. The small mall is a master lesson in Art Nouveau (the Luxe cinema speaks for itself) and there are oodles of indies selling everything from pendants to bracelets and watches throughout its stunning marble concourse.

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