Travel

Forget sightseeing lists and early alarms — this new travel trend is all about doing less. Much less. Think slow mornings, empty beaches, long walks with no destination, and entire afternoons with nothing planned at all.

HSBC Premier Banking were hosting a series of exclusive events across the UK—just nine in total. At each, only fifty clients would be invited to meet the investment experts managing their money. Intimate, insightful, and, as it turned out, rather indulgent.

Road trips don’t actually have to all follow the same pattern, and in the end, that’s what makes them such a great choice.

There’s something about a girls’ trip that just hits differently. It’s not just about the destination—it’s about the mix of good food, long walks, late nights, and those moments that somehow turn into stories you’ll still be laughing about months later.

Scattered off the northwest coast of Africa, the Canary Islands form a volcanic archipelago where fire and ocean have conspired to create landscapes of arresting beauty.

Throughout my life, I’ve returned to the industry in various guises. Now, I find myself on the other side of it—almost a spectator looking in. And it’s a great place to be. I get to write about these places without having to do the AFDs or deal with those customers who probably shouldn’t have gone out for dinner that day.

If you’ve noticed your dream destinations feeling more crowded, more expensive, and harder to enjoy, you’re not alone. Travel in 2026 is shifting—and savvy holidaymakers are quietly ditching the obvious hotspots in favour of something smarter.

Every tourist planning a shopping spree in Paris needs to know one golden rule: a tax refund in France is your legal right to save up to 20% on your purchases.

What makes Europe particularly suited to cycling isn’t just the scenery but the infrastructure around it. Dedicated routes, clear signage, and reliable connections between towns make longer journeys feel manageable. 

The UK has a way of offering contrast within short distances. You can leave a busy street in central London and, within a few hours, be walking across open moorland or along a quiet stretch of coastline. What stands out isn’t just the variety, but how accessible it all is.