It’s always a thrill to explore new places, especially those that are lesser known by British tourists. Like many others, we have visited the northern Italian hotspots in Lombardy, Veneto and Emilia-R

Turn back the hands of time, with curated trips where luxury and education are combined for an other worldly experience, from rail to literary inspired escapes

Enjoy a dreamy couples trip for under £300pp

For Helena Lee and her troupe, a majestic palazzo near Verona sets the stage for a theatrical sojourn without a hint of tragedy

Prima ’s Andrew Pye breathes easier as he leaves the beach behind and chooses a summer break high in the Italian Alps

From wildlife spotting in Central America with a tweenager to finding a baby-friendly hotel in Spain and the perfect holiday home in Cornwall, the GH team reveal their best-ever family breaks