With late-season heat still possible, these private islands, floating pods, waterfront homes and Highland shores offer a slower way to experience autumn in Britain.
Luxury travel destinations
Where to stay in the Cotswolds in September 2026 for restoration and quiet luxury
From new woodland treehouses and a relaunched country house to Thyme’s seasonal calendar and a small-group yoga retreat, these Cotswolds stays make September a compelling month for a slower escape.
Things to do in Sandbanks for the rest of 2026 and 2027, from beach polo to Brownsea Island
Sandbanks’ forthcoming calendar combines major beach anniversaries with island wellness, wildlife encounters and seafood beside Poole Harbour. These are the dates and experiences worth planning a Dorset escape around.
5 of the most aesthetic French villas to save to your holiday mood board
New booking data suggests travellers are replacing scattered group-chat links with curated villa shortlists. These five French properties attracted the most saves.
10 of the best things to do in Provence in 2026 and 2027 for luxury travellers
From vineyard art and a newly transformed private island to photography in Arles and sailing through the Calanques, these current and upcoming experiences offer a more immersive way to explore Provence.
9 of the best things to do in St Lucia in late 2026 and 2027
New medical wellness programmes, beachfront villas and cacao-led escapes are widening St Lucia’s appeal, while Creole celebrations and the 2027 Jazz & Arts Festival provide compelling reasons to plan ahead.
5 luxury European hiking hotels for a summer escape
Walk historic Alpine paths, Adriatic ridges and the quiet hills of the Algarve, returning each evening to considered spas, excellent food and comfortable rooms.
4 romantic boutique hotels in Oxfordshire for a culture-led luxury escape in 2026
New exhibitions at Blenheim Palace and across Oxford are giving couples fresh reasons to pair historic inns, rooftop drinks and secluded treehouses with a memorable weekend away.
Things to do in Grenada in 2026 and 2027, from new luxury hotels to Spicemas
A major resort opening, fresh wellness experiences and Grenada’s exuberant carnival season are giving travellers new reasons to plan an island escape.
2 cosy UK countryside stays with beautiful baths for autumn and winter
Stargazing from a Herefordshire tub or soaking beside a Dorset field, these adults-only retreats pair restorative bathing with walking, locally sourced food and private experiences.
5 new luxury countryside getaways in the UK for late summer 2026
From private Cotswolds treehouses to an all-inclusive Highland lodge, these new and newly renovated rural stays offer fresh options for families, couples and active travellers.
