👩‍🔧The world’s highest building is about to get one hell of a lot cooler. This is the latest futuristic concept for the Burj Khalifa. trib.al/LNKup7x 💚Designed to be self-sufficient and sustainable, the Downtown Circle project is a spectacular idea envisioned by the architecture firm ZNera Space. trib.al/LNKup7x

🏆Islands can be enchanting; a safe haven to escape to when the world gets a bit much. Below, we can now officially reveal the world's very best islands. trib.al/RvhOSDs 🗳Selected by you for their beauty, sustainability efforts, restaurant offering, and wildlife in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2022 survey. Keep scrolling to see the winning islands from around the world, or click on the link to see the full list. trib.al/RvhOSDs

👻If Disney World is the happiest place on earth, then Burj Al Babas might be the eeriest. We take a look inside this spooky town… trib.al/Xu3C2ir 👹Sitting near the Black Sea, the town is full of half-finished, fully abandoned mini-castles – 587 to be exact.

“Seeing an organisation take steps to recognise your needs and embrace your individuality so openly is incredibly affirming.” This is why Virgin Atlantic’s new policy is a really important step in the right direction. trib.al/PbCoSid “As a non-binary person, seeing the launch of Virgin Atlantic’s campaign this week, which welcomes all staff wearing whichever of its uniforms feels most comfortable, was incredibly empowering.

✈️The latest in a series of futuristic designs to take over the internet, Spanish designer Oscar Vi has unveiled a super streamlined jet, dubbed the Hyper Sting, set to take travellers from London to NYC in less than an hour and a half. trib.al/vL62UQH 🚀With a combination of theoretical cold fusion nuclear systems and innovative Mach 3.5 technology, the plane would shoot through airspace at almost 2,500mph.

The pound’s plummet is making the phrase “cheap and cheerful” sound more appealing than ever 💸These are the lesser-known hotels that our editors have discovered over the years, where the more affordable tagline doesn't come with scrimped quality. trib.al/LbwCagw 1️⃣Casa Brava, Portugal 🇵🇹Rooms from about £60 🤑Hidden away from the crowds of Portugal’s popular beach towns, swap sand and sea for slowness and simplicity at this eco B&B; a restful, rustic retreat, with sun-speckled terraces surrounded by undulating Algarve landscapes.

Budgeting for a trip? We’ve rounded up 10 of the top trips to take where you can keep the budget low without compromising on that holiday high. These are the places that will make saving worth the sacrifices. trib.al/4Rkw0Yu 🏖Alentejo, Portugal 🇵🇹Portugal has recently become known as one of Europe’s best-value destinations to visit, and the Alentejo region is underrated – go for cute coastal towns, rugged beaches, nature reserves and some of the country’s top restaurants.

🛍Uniqlo’s £15 nylon shoulder bag is trending on TikTok and if legend serves, it could be the ultimate travel companion. Rumoured to hold everything you might need for a day on the move, one writer was keen to investigate… trib.al/P9fpFrI 👜”Before we start I must reveal a few truths. Firstly, I am not a regular TikTok-er. Secondly, I have spent a large part of my career working in luxury fashion. It would seem then, that Uniqlo's viral £15 shoulder bag should be the last thing on my shopping wishlist.

🧐Where do you think the best place to live is? We take a look at the Global Liveability Index 2022 from @TheEIU to see which city comes out top. trib.al/13TFg98 @TheEIU 👇The latest annual survey scores 172 cities in five categories: stability, healthcare, culture and entertainment, education and infrastructure. trib.al/13TFg98

Outdoor restaurants are the ultimate summer dream – the places where dining is paired with epic views, the wine flows freely and all that follows is a siesta under the shade of a tree. trib.al/rAGGko9 Europe has plenty of such places, but these are the very prettiest, from staggering mountain settings to firepit feasts on the sand. trib.al/rAGGko9

As soon as a heatwave hits the capital, Londoners flock to the beer gardens, the rooftop bars – and the ice cream parlours. But where can you find the best gelato in the city? We round up the 14 best spots for a cone of your favourite flavour. trib.al/tiz51EB 1. Chin Chin Dessert Club, Soho 🧪Creative and innovative or mad genius? However you look at it, Chin Chin is special – ice cream is frozen ultra-quickly with liquid nitrogen. That means the smooth and creamy flavours are made just 10 minutes before you eat.

🚨Warning: this thread will make you very hungry. These are the 15 dishes that everyone should try at least once. 🤤cntraveller.com/gallery/london… The capital’s food scene is delightfully varied and seems to become more so every year, with old faithfuls standing proudly alongside new arrivals serving everything from Filipino cooking to Antipodean small plates and Nigerian tapas. 🌭

Today, we are celebrating #WorldOceansDay. cntraveller.com/gallery/photog… Each year, this day asks everyone to stop and learn about the vast stretch of blue that is home to more than a million species, and an essential part of human survival. cntraveller.com/gallery/photog…

These are 10 of our favourite destinations to visit in September where the sand is hot, the water's warm, and summer just keeps sizzling on. cntraveller.com/gallery/where-… 1. Italy's lake district 💦Average September temperature: 21°C ☀️High season lingers here, provisioning just enough buzz to keep things interesting, without rendering everywhere frustratingly full.

Cornwall has won the hearts of poets, artists and nature lovers for centuries. This #NationalCornwallDay, here are the prettiest places, secret spots and coolest corners to bookmark for your next Cornish getaway. cntraveller.com/gallery/beauti… For clear azure waters, deserted coves and a buzzing surf scene, make a beeline for these spectacular beaches on the rugged Cornish coast. cntraveller.com/gallery/cornwa…

For us, celebrating books is much more than just the literature itself. It’s the stories, the history and the communities. For #WorldBookDay, we’ve rounded up the places where the design has as much clout as the literary content. trib.al/aFQjKNY 1. The George Peabody Library is a decadent, light-filled research library of Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. 🇺🇸

Studies suggest that planning a trip can provide as much happiness as the trip itself, so make the most of that holiday high by booking in advance to save money, reduce risk and have more time to plan. cntraveller.com/gallery/trips-… From the mountains of Rwanda to the icy plains of Siberia, here are 10 trips to book a year in advance. ⬇️

You voted, we listened: these are the top 10 urban hotspots in the UK, according to you. cntraveller.com/gallery/best-c… 10. YORK. Bustling with independent cafés and restaurants, it’s no surprise York made the top 10 cities in the UK. But did it deserve a higher ranking? 🤔 @VisitYork

Let’s be real: January sucks. Kick off the New Year somewhere amazing and uplifting.
🌋The red volcanic rocks of Lanzarote.
🌴The under-the-radar LA neighbourhoods.
🌊The pristine waters of Brazil.
trib.al/YjwthyT February is the best time to take a once-in-a-lifetime trip with someone you love.
🍷Take a wine tour through Argentina.
❄Explore St Petersburg’s snow-draped streets.
🌀Catch the northern lights in Finland.
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Discover the labyrinthine towns of Sicily, take a spin through Tuscany’s vine-covered hills or travel cross-country through the Alps with these lesser-known routes. cntraveller.com/article/road-t… The British Isles have more than their share of legendary drives, including Scotland’s North Coast 500 and Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. cntraveller.com/gallery/best-r…

With more than 800 to pick from, whittling down Europe's most eye-catching cities is no easy task. But these 10 cities all stand out for their picturesque architecture, history-stitched streets and ridiculously photogenic settings. cntraveller.com/gallery/pretti… Lost-in-time @DubrovnikTB has a cinematic beauty to it. Hop around the sleepy Elafiti Islands or explore Lokrum, a pretty islet within kayaking distance. Both spots are mercifully removed from the madding cruise ship crowds.