Travel

Melanie Leyshon headed east from Porto into the heart of Portugal’s vinho verde region to learn more about its signature white wines at the Monverde Wine Experience Hotel. 

In 1924, A.A. Milne purchased Cotchford Farm. Two years later – and a century ago this October – he published his first collection of Winnie-the-Pooh stories, which have since sold over 50 million copies. Richard Mellor and his family stayed in Milne’s farmhouse, as well as visiting memorable Ashdown Forest locations from the books

A stunning 17^th-century farmhouse, surrounded by rolling North Yorkshire countryside, is the perfect spot for a self-catering break for Fiona Gibson and her friends   

Abigail Spooner uncovers the low-key charm of Comporta, Portugal’s coastal haven that offers far more to explore than meets the eye

Vicky Mayer, editor of Cruise & Travel magazine, picks the best new cruises – great memories guaranteed

Brook Meadow brings pure glamour to glamping. Lisa Harris discovers why plush sofas, wood-fired pizza and foodie hampers make camping much more fun. 

A couple’s awe-inspiring stay at a 400-acre project dedicated to restoring natural habits and missing species 

A weekend exploring Nantwich, Cheshire, enjoying the fine dining hospitality of Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa

Cath Wilkins enjoys great food and wine in a lovely 17th-century public house before spending the night in a beautifully appointed shepherd’s hut