Balcony over the Amalfi Coast at sunset

Positano at dusk — last light over the bay

14 · Jun
Vol. 07 · Summer40.4°N · 3.7°W

Entry 01 · Featured story

Suites & Sunsets — a travel journal of boutique hotels and slow itineraries

The golden hour in Positano

A five-day guide to the Amalfi Coast's quieter corners, from hidden lemon groves to discreet private beach clubs.

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Chapter 02

Latest stories

Recent clippings from the notebook. Short itineraries, hotels with character and routes where the timings are actually measured.

Crossing the Atlas by vintage train — Marrakech to Fes, Morocco
Transport6 min27 July 2026

Marrakech to Fes, Morocco

Crossing the Atlas by vintage train

A complete guide to planning the Maghreb's most romantic rail journey, with timetables and practical tips.

  • First-class vs. second-class: what you actually get
  • How to book seats without a Moroccan card
  • The three window sections worth staying awake for
Best time
March–May · October
Budget
From €38 one way
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The orange trail: a walk through Seville — Seville, Spain
Tours7 min19 July 2026

Seville, Spain

The orange trail: a walk through Seville

A sensory route through the city's hidden courtyards and historic tabernas, with carefully paced stops.

  • A 4.2 km loop measured door to door
  • Six tabernas, ordered by closing time
  • Which courtyards open to the public and when
Best time
March–April · November
Budget
Free walk · €35 with tastings
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Ryokans worth the trip to Japan — Kyoto & Kansai, Japan
Hotels9 min11 July 2026

Kyoto & Kansai, Japan

Ryokans worth the trip to Japan

Private onsen, kaiseki dinners and centuries-old hospitality: where to sleep to really understand the country.

  • Rooms with private onsen, ranked by value
  • Kaiseki etiquette in five minutes
  • How far in advance to book each house
Best time
April · November
Budget
From €260 a night
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Lisbon in 48 hours, on foot — Lisbon, Portugal
Itineraries6 min4 July 2026

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon in 48 hours, on foot

A two-day plan across Alfama, Chiado and Belém with real walking times, tram alternatives and where to break for coffee.

  • Miradouros in the right order for the light
  • When tram 28 is worth it and when it is not
  • Two pastelarias locals still queue for
Best time
April–June · September
Budget
From €120 a night
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Island hopping the Cyclades slowly — Cyclades, Greece
Itineraries10 min26 June 2026

Cyclades, Greece

Island hopping the Cyclades slowly

Seven days between Naxos, Paros and Milos built around actual ferry schedules rather than wishful thinking.

  • Ferry legs that leave you a full day on each island
  • Which islands need a rental car
  • Beaches that stay calm with the meltemi wind
Best time
June · September
Budget
From €95 a night
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Chapter 03 · Sample

7 days in the Cyclades

A day-by-day plan with logistics, hotels and things worth doing.

01Day · Arrival

Landing in Santorini & the cliffs of Oia

Pick up your private transfer from the airport. Settle into a caldera-view suite before the sunset crowds arrive.

  • Sleep: Mystique Hotel
  • Dinner: Ammoudi Fish Tavern
02Day · Explore

Sailing the caldera & the hot springs

Book a semi-private 5-hour catamaran. Skip the large boats and you'll have a calmer swim in the volcanic water.

03Day · Discover

Milos and its lunar beaches

Early ferry to Milos. Hire a small car for Sarakiniko and end the day in Klima for sunset.

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

Prices & times

All prices and times on this page are estimates and change often. They are a starting point from an independent editor, never official or guaranteed figures. Always check the final price and the opening hours with the official venue or operator before you book or travel.

Checked · 30 July 2026