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Whether you want to power along or be pampered, here’s where to get in the swim
It might not be the most bike-friendly of cities, but the Italian capital does have its fair share of gorgeous — and safe — routes
The world-class routes on this Tour de Hong Kong take in traditional villages, a giant Buddha and water buffalo — and while the climbs can be intense, the rewards are spectacular views and speedy descents
They’re beautiful, bijou — and brought to our attention by you
Explore an Edo-era town, sample superb seafood and realise your Olympian-cyclist dreams on these routes around the outskirts of Tokyo
The once distinct worlds of leisure and business flying are becoming increasingly blurred
As the mercury rises, beat the capital’s heat and head for these cerulean waters, where the backdrop might be a medieval castle, a clifftop hamlet or an enchanted island
Two-wheeled explorations of the capital’s outskirts peel back layers of history
Once Henry VIII’s hunting ground and a Georgian queen’s garden, this vast oasis is today enjoyed by everyone from strollers, swimmers and skaters to soapbox orators
With plans in place for a post-car city, cyclists are reclaiming the streets of the French capital. Our FT columnist shares his top tips on how and where to cycle in Paris, in the first of a new FT Globetrotter cycling series
The powerhouse behind the Italian luxury brand’s jewellery collections shares her perfect day in the Eternal City, from morning cappuccino to sunset aperitivo, via Baroque churches and empty back streets
As things return to a nouveau normal in the French capital, we asked you to reminisce about the eateries you’ve missed the most
Commuter trains may still be empty, offices are still deserted and Broadway is still dark, but the renowned chef predicts that diners will be back
From Audrey Hepburn on the Spanish Steps to 007 on the banks of the Tiber, via Nanni Moretti on his Vespa, this scenic route has something for film buffs of all stripes
Breakfast by the Comédie Française, lunch at Napoleon’s table, dinner up the Eiffel Tower: an epicurean tour of the French capital with the president of the global luxury hospitality group
Every great hotel has its own distinct personality — as amply demonstrated by these six Roman legends. Which one matches the type of traveller you are?
Once the preserve of tech-industry freelancers, the blending of work and leisure travel is becoming increasingly mainstream
We asked you for your favourite boutique places to stay in the UK capital. Your picks offer great British design, excellent service and perfect locations
A city break in a historic houseboat on the water and a stay in a luxurious eyrie in the sky showcase the best of Tower Bridge and its environs
Measures designed to keep out risky variants should be proportionate
As the French capital’s bars get ready to reopen, some of its top mixologists have created drinks for the FT that beautifully evoke their city. Order in person when you can, or make them at home in the meantime
In this series from FT Globetrotter, leaders across a range of industries, from food to finance to fashion, share guides to their cities, with top spots to eat and drink, exercise, explore — and more
The hospitality-design guru relishes the creative and culinary nourishment on offer in her neighbourhood — stunning starchitecture, cool galleries and her favourite brasserie
Some of London’s leading mixologists have created drinks inspired by the city’s diversity for the FT. Order them in person or try them at home
An FT technical artist indulges his fascination for science and machinery at one of the UK capital’s most mind-blowing attractions
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