Liv Kelly

A fair few of us try and get to at least one of the UK’s brilliant music festivals each year. For others, pretty much every weekend from late May until early September is spent boogieing to a smorgasbord of headliners in fields up and down the country. But then there are the festival fiends: those of us who have attended so many that we’ve entered into the triple figures.  Matt Wilkinson, former head of New Music at NME and now Apple Music radio DJ, has been to more than 100 festivals in his time – so who better to give us advice on how to survive the sun, mud and line-up clashes this festival season? In the weeks leading up to Glastonbury 2024, here are his pearls of wisdom.  1. Beware of the festival pirates ‘At one of my first Glastos I camped with a bunch of uni friends, but the wider group was this mad collection of about 100 people – it was like being in a commune. Some of them, who I hadn’t met before, would get up at 5am and comb the fields looking for dropped wallets, keys, phones – basically collecting people’s gold. We weren’t involved, they never shared it, but they’d go home with bin-bags full of people’s belongings.’ 2. Don’t be ruled by a schedule  ‘The best fun I’ve ever had is when I’ve let my time freewheel a bit. Those times when you have a three-hour window and you just go with whoever you want to go with is when you discover the best stuff. Particularly at Glastonbury, it’s impossible to plan – you could be an hour away from the next stage. I pick three o

Trawling London for excellent seafood restaurants is a joy – it turns out that there are plenty of fish in the sea when it comes to where eat a fine coastal supper in the capital. To help you make your choice we've done the decent thing and spread the net wide across the city to bring you the very best in bivales, crustaceans, molluscs and more. From fish and chips and Michelin-starred must-visits to sushi – with this list, London is your oyster. Go fish. RECOMMENDED: The best bargain oysters in London. Leonie Cooper is Time Out London’s Food and Drink Editor. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

It’s a good weekend for sports fans. Euro 2024 starts this weekend with our neighbours Scotland taking on host nation Germany on Friday night, before England’s inaugural group stage game against Serbia on Sunday evening. If you’re looking for the best places to watch all the nail-biting penalties, tackles and goals, look no further than our exhaustive guide on the best screenings, fan zones and events taking place in the city.  After a dose of culture along with all the sport? The weekend does not disappoint. Superstar Chaka Khan is curating this year’s Meltdown Festival, which begins this week with performances from the queen herself as well as Les Amazones d'Afrique, Norman Jay, Master Peace and Emeli Sandé.  Or check out English artist David Micheaud’s perfectly rendered paintings on the beautiful banality of everyday life, celebrate literary great James Joyce at Embassy Garden’s Bloomsday Festival, get your fill of weird science experiments at the Great Exhibition Road Festival which brings together some of the city’s best museum’s including the V&A, the Science Museum and the Natural History Museum. Or, grab a seat at our restaurant of the week: Dalston’s best kept secret, Mexican joint Corrochio's.  Still got gaps in your diary? Embrace the warmer days by heading out on one of London’s prettiest walks, or have a sunny time in one of London’s best beer gardens. If you’ve still got some space in your week, check out London’s best bars and restaurants, or take in one of th

While it’s been the butt of many (mostly French) jokes for years, we Brits aren’t actually just a nation of wine drinkers – we’re pretty darn good at making the stuff, too. From chardonnay in Dorset and organic vinos in Kent to sparkling blushes near Cardiff, there are plenty of lovely vineyards dotted throughout the country.  And better yet, lots of these vineyards are open to the public, offering set menus, pairings, and dazzling countryside views. So, keen to see what all the fuss is about? These vineyards will prove that plenty of British wines can hold their own against the usual contenders in France, Italy, New Zealand and the like – here are our favourites in the UK. RECOMMENDED: 🌤️The best beer gardens in the UK🍺The best pubs in the UK🐟The best fish and chips shops in the UK🥗The best restaurants in the UK💕The best places to visit in the UK

Edinburgh is a top tier city if you ask us, but it can feel a little much in its most tourist-filled months. Thankfully, the Scottish Capital is surrounded by great little spots to escape the city’s frantic bustle, and plenty of them are reachable by a short car or train journey.  From coastal towns and lovely beach walks to mountainous landscapes and rigorous hiking routes, there’s plenty outside the city that awaits you. Our top tip? Head out early, stop for lunch, and be back in Edinburgh in time for a slap-up dinner and pub trip in the evening – sounds pretty idyllic, right? So, without further ado, here are the best day trips from Edinburgh. RECOMMENDED:🌤️The best things to do in Edinburgh 🎨The best art galleries in Edinburgh🏰The best attractions in Edinburgh🏘️The best Airbnbs in Edinburgh This guide was updated by Edinburgh-based Arusa Querishi. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

Of all the many things that have been upended since 2020, office life is one of the biggest. Tools like email and video chat apps have (at least in theory) untethered many of us from the workplace, meaning there may be very little need for many restless workers to stay rooted in one place. And that makes moving somewhere sunnier, cheaper or just more fun sound incredibly tempting. Now that travel has officially bounced back to 2019 levels, many destinations are emphasising longer-term stays over short-term breaks. And at the very extreme end, some are even trying to sell themselves as idyllic remote-working spots, with ‘digital nomad’ visas that allow you to live and work there for up to a year – or sometimes even longer. Here’s a guide to the countries offering digital nomad visas right now, and how you can qualify. And here’s what it’s actually like to be a digital nomad – and how to become one yourself.

There are a million podcasts out there, and 2024’s releases are showing no signs of slowing down. There’s already been a load of bangers since the beginning of the year, and here at Time Out, we’re determined to listen to them all. After all, how else are you going to know which one to choose? We’ve rounded up our favourites, from political podcasts that look behind the news to comedy podcasts with your favourite funny people, and plenty of those all-important investigative whodunnits to keep you up at night. If you’re looking to dig deeper into one genre, we’d recommend trying our specialist lists on for size (you’ll find them below). But for a full list of good, addictive podcasts of every genre, read on.  We update this list with brand-new podcasts every month, so check back for more fabulous podcast recommendations from the Time Out team. Happy listening! RECOMMENDED:🎧 The best news podcasts😂 The best comedy podcasts 🗞️ The best history podcasts

As soon as June hits, London is packed with parades, parties and protests for Pride Month to mark the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall riots. The London Pride parade is traditionally the focus of festivities, but there are plenty of other LGBTQ+ events taking place both before and after it. Over a million people take to the streets of London for the celebration each summer. Recommended: The best gay bars in London. Recommended: London’s best LGBTQ+ club nights. When is London Pride? This year’s London Pride parade will take place on Saturday June 29. The 2024 parade route is yet to be announced, but in previous years it has started at Hyde Park Corner before wending its way down Piccadilly, then south to Haymarket and Trafalgar Square, before culminating at Whitehall Place.  How to get tickets for Pride in London 2024 Unlike other big events like Brighton Pride, Pride in London is free and unticketed. Still, it does get pretty hectic, so if you'd like to watch the action with an unimpeded view from a comfy seat, you can book yourself a spot in the grandstand on Haymarket from £50. Applications are also still open to be one of the 600 groups marching in the official parade. If you’re part of a community group, employee network or non-profit wishing to join the parade, you can apply here.  The parade also relies on a team of volunteers, who donate their time to help fundraise, steward and generally insure that the day runs smoothly. Applications to volunteer at this ye

Has all the hype around ‘Challengers’ got you gagging for even more racket-based entertainment this summer? Great news, because the Wimbledon Tennis Championships – aka the oldest, and arguably the very best, tennis tournament in the world – is back in SW19 in just a few short weeks.  Missed out on tickets in the ballot this year? Can’t face camping out on the street for a chance to nab day tickets? Not to worry! You don’t have to make the pilgrimage to Murray Mound (fine, Henman Hill) to feel like you’re part of the action. London is a city that gives back, and as usual it’ll be peppered with big screens showing all the Centre Court action in so much blown-up high-res glory that you might as well be court-side.  This year the tournament (which started in 1877!) runs from Monday 1st July 2024 to Sunday 14th July 2024 and you’ll catch screens across the capital showing televised matches for the duration of the contest, so there are plenty of opportunities to spend an afternoon or evening in a sweet viewing spot.  There will be more big screens announced nearer the time, many of which will also have extras such as special edition cocktails, food offers and even pop-up tennis coaching. So grab yourself some M&S gins in tins – and a nice big punnet of strawberries while you’re at it – and pull up a pew at a summery screening near you.  RECOMMENDED: our full guide to Wimbledon 2024.

When you think about it, beaches are actually pretty simple. All you need are some crystal-clear waters, long stretches of sun-kissed shoreline and you’ve got yourself a gorgeous, ‘gram-worthy patch to lie down and chill out (whilst, obvs, slathered in a healthy dose of sunscreen).  Though plenty have sun, sand and sea in common, no two beaches are truly alike – nature just doesn’t work that way. The glistening white shores of tropical, palm tree-lined bays are a million miles away from volcanic black pebbles along rugged Nordic coastlines. But that doesn’t mean they aren’t all magnificent, and the ones in this list are the very best this planet has to offer: take a look. RECOMMENDED: 🌍The best things to do in the world🏊‍♀️The most spectacular places to swim in the world 🤿The best places to go snorkelling in the world🧗‍♀️The best caves in the world to explore

England flags are starting to pop up in pubs across London, and the news is awash with hot takes about who is and isn’t ‘on the plane’ (thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs Grealish 69 at this difficult time). It can only mean one thing: the UEFA Euros start this week. If you’re looking for the best places to watch the games, including the opening match where our neighbours Scotland will play against host nation Germany, look no further than our exhaustive guide on the best screenings, fan zones and events taking place in the city.  After a dose of culture along with all the sport? This week doesn't disappoint on that front either. Superstar Chaka Khan is curating this year’s Meltdown Festival, which begins this week with performances from the queen herself as well as Les Amazones d'Afrique, Norman Jay, Master Peace and Emeli Sandé.  Or check out English artist David Micheaud’s perfectly rendered paintings on the beautiful banality of everyday life, celebrate literary great James Joyce at Embassy Garden’s Bloomsday Festival, get your fill of weird science experiments at the Great Exhibition Road Festival which brings together some of the city’s best museum’s including the V&A, the Science Museum and the Natural History Museum. Or, grab a seat at our restaurant of the week: Dalston’s best kept secret, Mexican joint Corrochio's.  Still got gaps in your diary? Embrace the warmer days by heading out on one of London’s prettiest walks, or have a sunny time in one of London’s best be

Afternoon tea. Yes, it's twee, but there is something quite fun about working your way through what's essentially dessert tapas, especially when you’re at one of London’s top hotels or restaurants. We've rounded up London's best afternoon teas in a city renowned for putting on some of the world’s best spreads – with tiny cakes, little finger sarnies and pots of perfect tea the name of the delicious game. Expect to pay in the region of £50 to £80 for the pleasure per person, but you'll be in for a treat and a half. Many of the teas have set times for seatings, so booking in advance is always recommended. RECOMMENDED: The best hotels in London. Leonie Cooper is Time Out London’s Food and Drink Editor. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

The UK’s longest running Arab film festival is about to begin for its 2024 season, and this year’s theme is On Dreams, Hopes and Realities. There’ll be over 60 films on the programme, screening at the likes of the Barbican, Ciné Lumière, the ICA and more. Life is Beautiful is a 2023 film by Palestinian director Mohamed Jabaly documenting the years he was shut out of Gaza, and The Mother of All Lies is a film by Moroccan filmmaker Asmae El Moudir about her exploration of the Casablanca neighbourhood where she grew up. But there are plenty more moving and inspiring films on the schedule, so have a look at the website.

There aren’t many festivals that can claim to descend from former monarchs, but this one certainly can. That’s because 251 years ago, when King George III was visiting Woolwich, he declared an annual holiday of beans and bacon which we know as Beanfeast – and it’s back for 2024. Expect talks and live appearances from some well-known foodie faces such as Evening Standard and MasterChef critic Jimi Famurewa and chef and cookbook author Tim Anderson, free activities and interactive stalls, music from DJ PRNCSS and of course, plenty of beans (plus other food options, too).

Stretching in a quiet studio with incense wafting and calming music humming getting a bit samey? Listen up – London Zoo has teamed up with Walthamstow-based studio East of Eden, and you’ve now got the chance to do some yoga next to the Humboldt penguins. Yes, you read that right. A smattering of dates have been scheduled for evenings across the summer, kicking off with the night before the Solstice on June 20. In a two-hour session, you’ll follow an hour-long Vinyasa flow followed by a talk and feed with the flippered little fellas. What better place could there be to get back in touch with nature?

The month of June becomes an explosion of colourful Pride celebrations every year, but how many of us actually know about its past? Well, if you’re suddenly drawing a blank, don’t worry. Pride Panel, a conversation at Queer Britain, will feature Shivani Dave, the only non-binary broadcaster to have a national commercial radio show, London nightlife Stav B, a dyke, artist, activist and DJ, and Miggy, who’ll speak about Trans Pride, all coming together in conversation to discuss the history, challenges and impact of these annual celebrations.

One of the best ways to absorb a little more info about Pride is by going to see some art. Handily, the newly-refurbed National Portrait Gallery is hosting free, 45-minute drop-in tours every weekend in June to highlight important LGBTQ+ figures whose work is on display, or who have been captured. Guided by a member of the Gallery’s Visitor Experience team, you’ll pass world-famous writer and lesbian rights activist Virginia Woolf, queer Filipino artist and activist David Medall and Chevalier d’Eon, a diplomat and spy who lived both as a man and a woman in France in the eighteenth century.

Brick Lane-based queer bookshop The Common Press is hosting an evening of Pride discussions, delving into how the movement will always have protest at its core. Two exciting authors and activists are in the roster: Sabah Choudrey, co-founder of Trans Pride Brighton, Psychotherapist and self-proclaimed reluctant activist, and Jake Hall, public speaker and author of The Art of Drag and Shoulder to Shoulder are both set to appear. Aisha Shaibu-Lenoir, as social entrepreneur, founder of Moonlight Experiences and LGBTQ+ activist, is hosting. 

The Horniman Museum and Gardens play host to a hugely diverse roster of events throughout the year, and the DAYTIMERS Festival is no exception. On this Saturday in June, the gardens will be taken over by a bunch of family-friendly activities to celebrate all things South Asia. There’ll be live music and DJ sets from the likes of Jawari, an eclectic music collective and British-Bengali musician Tara Lily plus more. There’ll also be drop-in craft workshops, Chai tasting, food activities and arts and crafts stalls.

When it comes to finding a reliable hotel, Hilton knows what it’s doing. The international brand has brought its dependable reputation and warm service to Bankside in the form of this comfortable, sizable and well-designed place to stay, and the first thing you’ll notice is just how convenient the location is. Just three-minutes away from the Tate Modern, the Hilton London Bankside lies within walking distance from Waterloo, Blackfriars and London Bridge Station.  The decor in our King One Bedroom Suite was simple, with unembellished furniture and very little artwork, but its fuss-free design made it feel organised and roomy. While the hotel doesn’t scream ridiculous grandeur like lots of London’s five-star hotels, the luxury here is in the detail. A lush bed, an HD and an LCD TV, a bright, sleek en suite with a powerful walk-in shower, tonnes of storage, a decent, comfortable living area and floor-to-ceiling windows made a spacious and bright room.  But the hotel’s facilities don’t stop there. In the basement, there’s a swish, boldly lit 17-metre long pool alongside a line of loungers, a hot tub and gym facilities. It’s a super-peaceful spot that feels buried deep underground, and though we visited in the evening and morning, the pool was nice and quiet on both visits.   Neighbourhood Despite all the glossy sky rises shooting up around Bankside, the area still has bags of personality. It’s home to some of London’s most famous cultural institutions and is a great sun trap dur

Up there with other quintessentially Irish things like Guiness and good craic is James Joyce, the esteemed poet and one of the most influential literary minds to hail from the Emerald Isle. So no wonder there’s a whole day of celebrations dedicated to him, his work and creators he’s subsequently inspired. Bloomsday Festival gathers emerging and established Irish talent, including the likes of Irish singer BLÁNID and musician and podcaster Gareth Keane, for a mish mash of music and spoken word performances. Singer-songwriter Imelda May is headlining, there’ll be ‘try an instrument’ sessions, Ceilidh dancing and – of course – plenty of hearty food and whiskey.

The parade’s over, you’ve been boogieing in the street all day, but now that the sun is down … it’s after-party time. And London is brimming with options for where to take your Pride celebrations deep into the night. Looking for something a bit on the wild side? Lío London could be the place. London-based R&B and deep house DJ Joel Mignott is taking the 11.30pm-12.45am slot, between 12.45-2am there’ll be a cast of extreme characters from a lineup of theatrical creatives onstage alongside Lío’s resident DJ, and Joshua Jones, whose work is woven with sleazy acid disco, will be taking the reins until closing time.

BST has boasted some of the most exciting London line-ups over the last couple of years, but organising worldwide mega stars to perform in the park clearly isn’t enough work, so BST is also hosting eight days of free activities. All Things Orchestral will be performing a stunning show of classical music, hosted by Myleene Klas, which you can book here, but if that’s not your thing, don’t worry – there’s a free open-air cinema, pop-up bars, discussion panels plus chances to play tennis, cricket and football. Norman Jay MBE will be taking to the decks, and there’s even a chaos-fuelled chance to play Bongo’s Bingo. Have a look at the website for more deets on the schedule.

A mini golf course, live music, alfresco bars and dining, a farmers market and a dog photobooth: you’ll find all this and more at Marylebone’s 20th annual summer fair which takes over Paddington Street Gardens for a jam-packed Sunday in June. Fashion and wellness brands in Marylebone Village will be handing out offers (think free ice cream at Rixo and Mud Australia) and street stalls will be handing out snacks and beverages from the array of local cafés. Have your pooch’s ‘pawtrait’ done at ‘Bark in the park’ in Marylebone Church gardens, or teach your furry pals something new at a trick training workshop. Essentially, it’s a summer fête dialled up to 11.

It feels like it was just yesterday that we were watching the Lionesses smash Germany in the Euro 2022 final. But it’s already time for another round of spectacular goals, missed penalties and euphoric wins. That’s right, the Euros are back, kicking off on June 14. This time, the men are up. Our fave boys will be battling it out in Germany for a chance to become the UEFA Euro 2024 winners. Whether you’re a die hard footie fan or just hoping to catch a glimpse of Jack Grealish’s calves, you’re going to want to know all the best spots in London to catch the matches. From screenings to sports pubs, these are the best places to watch Euro 2024 in London.  Boxpark Wembley, Croydon and Shoreditch All three Boxpark locations will be screening live matches throughout the whole tournament. England games are expected to sell out fast – you can purchase tickets here.  Wembley Park, HA9 0JT / 99 George St, CR0 1LD / 2-10 Bethnal Green Rd, E1 6GY; from £8. Big Penny Social The Walthamstow brewery will be showing all the games on screens inside and outside. Plus, there will be pyrotechnics for big moments and even a live band for England matches. Book online here.  1 Priestley Way, E17 6AL; free, booking advised. Hotel Mundial Hotel Mundial’s name might sound familiar to football fanatics – it was created by the team behind the quarterly footie mag Mundial, after all. The venue (located at Hoxton Docks) will be screening every match during the first week of the event and running a range o

Cyprus is a well-established summer holiday destination thanks to its status as Europe’s sunniest island. There are ancient Roman ruins, popular hiking routes and, of course, some knockout beaches.  However, that climate can mean extreme summer temperatures. This week, Cyprus has been hit with a heatwave – with temperatures soaring to 39C – and that extreme heat has caused wildfires to break out near Paphos. The fires spread through dry grass, trees and low-lying vegetation, threatening homes in the village of Psathi, and several areas have been evacuated. Understandably, those with a trip booked to Cyprus might be wondering whether it’s safe to travel. So, here is everything you need to know about the wildfires in Cyprus and how it might affect your holiday.  Where are the wildfires in Cyprus?  The fires broke out near Polemi, a village near the city of Paphos on the southwest coast of the island. Cyprus has activated the Pyros national plan, and requested aid from Jordan, Israel, Greece and through the EU’s Civil Protection Mechanism’s rescEU. So far, two firefighting planes have been sent, and five nearby villages (Polemi, Psathi, Choulou, Kourdakas and Lemona) have been evacuated, according to local media. Houses and farms are reported to have been destroyed in the fire, but there haven’t been any casualties. Are airlines still flying to Cyprus?  Yes. There have been no reports of flight cancellations so far, but check directly with your airline provider to be sure.  Wha

When it comes to deciding where to get your degree, there’s a little more to consider than just the university itself. You also need to think about what’s on offer in the city around the campus – what’s the nightlife like, and is it affordable? Thankfully, QS Top Universities, the platform behind this prestigious university ranking, has done some digging on the best cities in the world for students by evaluating the affordability, desirability, employer activity, student voice and (obvs) the university rankings of each place.  And claiming the top spot was London! That’s right – the UK capital is home to the world’s second-best university, and is celebrated by QS Top Universities for its free culture, nightlife, green space, international community and as an academic hotspot.  Tokyo claimed second place, and Seoul claimed third. Two Australian cities, Melbourne and Sydney, and two German cities, Munich and Berlin, made the top 10, too. Have a look at the full list below.  These are the 10 best cities in the world for students 1. London, UK 2. Tokyo, Japan 3. Seoul, South Korea 4. Melbourne, Australia 5. Munich, Germany 6. Paris, France 7. Sydney, Australia 8. Berlin, Germany = Zurich, Switzerland 10. Boston, USA To read about the best cities for students in a little more detail, you can do so on the QS Top Universities website here. And here’s the list of the 20 best universities in the world for 2025.  Did you see that Thailand has launched a five-year digital nomad visa? Pl

Cada año hay decenas de rankings en todo el mundo que puntúan cuáles son las mejores universidades del planeta, pero no todos tienen el mismo prestigio. El de Times Higher Education y el ranking académico de universidades mundiales de Shanghái son dos de los que más renombre tienen a nivel mundial. Dentro de la lista también se encuentra el Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), que acaba de publicar su ranking anual para 2025, que valora desde los profesores hasta la satisfacción de los estudiantes. Este año, el QS World University Rankings ha evaluado a más instituciones que nunca, con 1.500 universidades estudiadas con lupa. Todo esto, la primera posición se la ha llevado por decimotercer año consecutivo el mismo centro norteamericano: el Instituto Tecnológico de Massachusetts. También conocido como MIT, este centro se ha llevado, de nuevo, la medalla de oro a la mejor universidad del mundo. QS Top Universities explica que, "en su fundación en 1861, el MIT era inicialmente una pequeña comunidad de solucionadores de problemas y amantes de la ciencia con muchas ganas de aportar su conocimiento al mundo. Hoy en día, el MIT se ha convertido en un gigante educativo, con unos 1.000 profesores y más de 11.000 estudiantes de grado y posgrado”. Además del instituto, entre el 'top 20' figuran otras seis instituciones estadounidenses, incluidas Harvard, Stanford y Cornell. Foto: Shutterstock/ Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) En cuanto al segundo puesto, el premio ha viajado hacia Re

Cada any hi ha desenes de rànquins arreu del món que puntuen quines són les millors universitats del planeta, però no tots tenen el mateix prestigi. El de Times Higher Education i el rànquing acadèmic d'universitats mundials de Xangai són dos dels que més renom tenen a escala mundial. Dins la llista també es troba el Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), que acaba de publicar el seu rànquing anual per al 2025, que valora des dels professors fins a la satisfacció dels estudiants.  Aquest any, el QS World University Rankings ha avaluat més institucions que mai, amb 1.500 universitats estudiades amb lupa. Tot això, la primera posició se l'ha endut per tretzè any consecutiu el mateix centre nordamericà: l'Institut Tecnològic de Massachusetts. També conegut com a MIT, aquest centre s'ha endut, un cop més, la medalla d'or a la millor universitat del món. QS Top Universities explica que, "en la seva fundació el 1861, el MIT era inicialment una petita comunitat de solucionadors de problemes i amants de la ciència amb moltes ganes d'aportar el seu coneixement al món. Avui dia, el MIT s'ha convertit en un gegant educatiu, amb uns 1.000 professors i més d'11.000 estudiants de grau i postgrau". A més de l'institut, entre el top 20 hi figuren sis institucions nord-americanes més, incloses Harvard, Stanford i Cornell. Foto: Shutterstock/ Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Pel que fa al segon lloc, el premi ha viatjat cap al Regne Unit, a l'Imperial College de Londres, una universitat que s

If longer days, music festivals and the Olympics weren’t enough to get you excited for the summer, that might all change on Friday (June 14), as the Euros are about to kick off. 24 European national football teams will be competing through various stages to win that coveted trophy, and three-time championship winners Germany are hosting the tournament this year, for the second time.  10 cities up and down the country will be involved in hosting the Euros, so we thought we’d bring you a bit of info about each of them that isn’t just stadium capacity or decent pubs (although that’s, obvs, super important info). So, here’s a roundup of everything you need to know about the Euros host cities for the 2024 tournament.  Berlin Germany’s pulsing capital city is perhaps best known for its nightlife – it’s Europe’s capital for clubbing, after all – but Berlin is a hub of history and culture that’s well worth a gander if you’re here for any matches. There are some excellent art galleries, parks and plenty of museums, exhibitions and monuments dedicated to World War II.  Matches (at Olympiastadion Berlin) June 15: Spain vs Croatia  June 21: Poland vs Austria June 25: Netherlands vs Austria June 29: Round of 16 – 2A vs 2B July 6: Quarter final July 14: Final Recommended:The best things to do in BerlinThe best restaurants in BerlinThe best Airbnbs in Berlin Photograph: Shutterstock Cologne Known in Germany as Köln, this city is centred around a magnificent, UNESCO-protected Cathedral,

Cada vez mais pessoas estão a optar por abandonar o álcool – uma escolha que não só está a mudar a forma como saímos, mas também como viajamos. E, embora haja sempre a possibilidade de marcarmos encontros para pessoas com vontade de se manterem sóbrias, tours sem álcool para grupos ou até saídas à noite sem bebidas alcoólicas, alguns destinos são naturalmente melhores para viajantes sóbrios do que outros. Então, está a pensar aonde ir na sua próxima aventura sóbria? Para descobrir os países que vão ao encontro de viajantes sóbrios, um novo estudo da Lantana Recovery, uma clínica de reabilitação, analisou o número de actividades amigas dos sóbrios, o consumo de álcool per capita, classificações gerais de saúde, segurança pública e leis sobre o álcool. Cada destino recebeu uma pontuação de 100, que foi usada para determinar o ranking final. O melhor país do mundo para quem quer ficar sóbrio é a Islândia! O país obteve uma pontuação impressionante em actividades amigas dos sóbrios e níveis de segurança pública. A Itália teve a menor pontuação para a prevalência de dependência de álcool, com apenas 0,6%, e ficou em segundo lugar, enquanto a Noruega ficou em terceiro, com a pontuação mais alta para o número de leis sobre o álcool. A Europa reivindicou, aliás, seis das dez primeiras posições do ranking, que pode ver abaixo. Os 10 melhores países para viajantes sóbrios Islândia Itália Noruega Dinamarca Japão Suíça Austrália Singapura Nova Zelândia Países Baixos Pode ler

From becoming a pandemic-era icon with ‘Say So’ (which has over a billion streams on Spotify) and winning a Grammy for best pop duo performance for ‘Kiss Me More’ with SZA to, most importantly, making our list of 2023’s best songs, Doja Cat has well and truly earned the title of global superstar. And she’s finally arrived in the UK. After headlining Parklife in Manchester last weekend, she’s due to perform two shows at the O2 Arena over the weekend. The best part? There are still tickets available! So, here’s everything you need to know about both shows and how you can snag a spot. Time to ‘Paint The Town Red’.   RECOMMENDED: How to get tickets for Doja Cat’s 2024 UK tour, including price and pre-sale information.  When is Doja Cat playing London’s O2 Arena?  Doja Cat is playing two dates at the O2, on Friday June 14 and Monday June 17 (the second was added due to popular demand).  What time do doors open?  Doors open at 6.30 pm on both nights.  What time will Doja Cat come on stage?  She’ll likely take to the stage between 8.30pm and 9pm.  What time will the concert end?  Shows at the O2 tend to finish by 11pm on Fridays and Mondays.  Who is supporting Doja Cat?  American indie singer and songwriter Hemlocke Springs is supporting Doja Cat. You might know her – some of her biggest songs are ‘girlfriend’ or ‘gimme all ur love’.  Any news on the setlist for her Scarlet tour?  Based on Doja’s show at the Glasgow OVO Arena on June 11, the setlist will probably look something like

世界は今、あまり平和とは感じられない。第二次世界大戦以降、どの時代よりも多くの紛争が起きているのだからそれも無理はないだろう。しかし、地球上には比較的平和な場所もある。 最近発表された「世界平和度指数」の最新ランキングがそれを示している。 この国際調査は、23の質的・量的要因の指標を用いて、その国の安全性と平和度を測定するもの。指標となる要素には政情不安、テロ活動、紛争による死者、軍事費などがある。 2024年版の1位に輝いたのは、アイスランド。国連平和維持活動への資金提供、安全と治安、刑務所入所者の割合の低さが高く評価された同国は、16年連続で1位の座を守った。2位は避難民の少なさからアイルランドが、3位は暴力的なデモがほとんどないことなどの理由でオーストリアが獲得。上位10位中7位をヨーロッパの国が占めており、それ以外からはニュージーランド、シンガポール、マレーシアがランクインしている。また、昨年9位だった日本は17位にランクを落とした。 トップ10までのランキングは以下の通りだ。 2024年 世界平和度指数ランキング（経済平和研究所） 1. アイスランド2. アイルランド3. オーストリア4. ニュージーランド5. シンガポール6. スイス7. ポルトガル8. デンマーク9. スロベニア10.マレーシア 関連記事 『It’s official: these are the world’s ten most peaceful countries in 2024（原文）』 『アメリカで最も平和に暮らせる場所は？』 『タイムアウトが「世界で最も食事がおいしい都市ランキング」を発表』 『日本が再び1位に、2024年最強のパスポートランキングが発表』 『「世界で最も持続可能な観光地 」ランキング、1位はコペンハーゲン』 『2024年、世界のベストシティランキング50』 東京の最新情報をタイムアウト東京のメールマガジンでチェックしよう。登録はこちら  

If the fact that extreme heatwaves in Europe are only going to become more common wasn’t bleak enough, buckle up. In some even more dire news, Greece is currently experiencing its earliest ever recorded heatwave.  Temperatures above 38C are what is considered a heatwave in Greece, which is the most climate-affected country in Europe – but none have ever started earlier than June 15 before, according to TV meteorologist Panos Giannopoulos, who spoke to the Guardian. Amid predictions that temperatures in Athens were likely to soar up to 43C, the Acropolis was closed to the public between midday and 5pm today local time (June 12) and the same will happen tomorrow (June 13), with the culture ministry saying this could be extended.  Local press reported that tourists were fainting while in the queue to enter, and Red Cross staff were handing out bottles of water.  The labour ministry advised public-sector employees to work from home and for outdoor work, including food delivery, to pause between midday and 5pm.  What’s more, schools and nurseries have been suspended across Greece and the public transport authority said seven air-conditioned spaces would be opened, including a hall at the Syntagma metro station in central Athens.  Paphos in Cyprus is already experiencing wildfires, but there are fears these will also flare up in the Attica region around Athens. The heatwave is thought to be driven by southerly winds transporting hot air and dust from north Africa.  The Acropolis, w

The world doesn’t feel too peaceful at the moment, and with more conflicts going on right now than any other period since World War II, no wonder. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t still patches of tranquillity dotted around the place, and the Global Peace Index has just released its list of the world’s most peaceful countries for 2024.  The ranking is based on 23 different factors, including political instability, terrorist activity, deaths from conflict and military expenditure. For the sixteenth year running, Iceland claims the number one spot, with a score of 1.112. It does particularly well for UN peacekeeping funding, safety and security and a low jailed population proportion.  Ireland claims second place thanks to low levels of displaced people, while Austria claims third, thanks to very few violent demonstrations. In fact, Europe claims seven of the top 10 spots, with New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysia being the only entries from outside the continent.  These are the 10 most peaceful countries in the world Iceland Ireland Austria New Zealand Singapore Switzerland Portugal Denmark Slovenia Malaysia  To read about Vision of Humanity’s Global Peace Index in more detail, you can do so here.  Did you see that this city has been named Europe’s leading sustainable tourism destination? Plus: Thailand has launched a five-year digital nomad visa – here’s how to apply.  Stay in the loop: sign up to our free Time Out Travel newsletter for all the latest travel news.

Hollywood has the Oscars, the music industry has the Grammys, but when it comes to food, recognition from Michelin has gotta be the most prestigious accolade out there.  And excitingly for one European country, the guide is expanding its horizons. That’s right, tomorrow night (June 13), the first ever Lithuanian Michelin Guide will be published, and everything from traditional Lithuanian dishes to international influences and food centred around local, seasonal ingredients is set to be featured.  Inspectors conducted research throughout Klaipeda, Trakai, Kaunas and Vilnius, and each selected restaurant has been assessed on Michelin’s five criteria. They are: the quality of the ingredients, the mastery of cooking techniques, the harmony of flavours, the personal expression of the chef, and consistency across the menu.  It’s brilliant news for Lithuania, which is the last Baltic state to be included, and the Minister of Economy and Innovation Aušrinė Armonaitė, said: ‘This recognition … underscores our unparalleled blend of culture, nature, and culinary excellence. It extends an open invitation to explore the depth of Lithuania’s unique identity, offering discerning travellers a comprehensive experience that seamlessly marries quality with tradition and innovation.’ And it sounds like the food scene there is stirring up a lot of excitement. Gina Luca Demarco is a professional Italian chef who’s lived in Lithuania for sixteen years, and he says the country’s gastronomy scene has