Quinta da comporta, portugal

Tucked away behind a stone wall in a lush, landscaped garden on the coast of Mallorca, this carefully renovated home is a celebration of simplicity and laid-back living

A contemplative residence in the Portuguese countryside combines monastic restraint with rustic charm

Once a quiet fishing village west of Lisbon, Cascais became an unlikely hive of activity during the Second World War, attracting regal refugees and intelligence operatives in equal measure. Russell Higham investigates its enduring glamour–and its connection to Casino Royale

Sun-kissed escapes that offer rest and relaxation and a whole lot of style

Is a ring of 36 cherubs excessive? Perhaps, but those are only the ones around the southern Italian city of Lecce’s Basilica of Santa Croce’s rose window; I count dozens of additional cheeky winged ba

A magical mystery tour of Marrakesh sees Helen Renshaw let go of inhibitions to discover a colourful melting pot of Arabic culture, French influence and exceptional north African cuisine