Lucy Bruton

A trendy city bolthole in one of Europe’s most up-and-coming destinations

The corners to seek out on a journey through Cornwall It’s one of England’s sunniest spots, with beaches that could rival the Caribbean and scenery that’s inspired writers, painters and photographers for generations. As a result it draws countless visitors searching for a slice of the exotic and wild without having to get on a plane. As well known for its food and art scenes as its coastline, Cornwall has lovely towns to wander through and incredible landmarks to explore. Plus, many smart hoteli…

From book shopping and coffee to live music

“What if a wormhole back to New York in 1979 opened up, in the place you’d least expect to find it?”. This is the concept behind Detour Discotheque, a series of music events thrown in the most far-flung corners of the world, and the reason I’m heading to the Swiss Alps on a Thursday afternoon with a confusedly packed suitcase of puffa jackets, walking boots, glitter and 70s-inspired jumpsuits. As I step off the plane from London to Zurich, I marvel at the ease of my trip so far; this was, howeve…