Alex Floyd-Douglass

Known for its stunning rice terraces, wild jungle adventures, and those Insta-worthy white sandy beaches, Bali is the ultimate spot for an amazing vacation. Picture lazy days lounging by your private pool, epic jungle hikes that take you right to the foot of a volcano, and foodie adventures at the coolest local joints. This place has it all. Now, if you're planning to escape to this tropical paradise, you're probably wondering where to crash, right? Well, lucky for you, Bali is packed with incredible Airbnbs that are basically like stepping into a postcard. From bamboo eco-houses hidden in the jungle to massive beachfront villas where you can practically roll out of bed into the ocean, there's a little something for everyone. To make your life easier, we've put together a list of the top Bali Airbnbs. So, whether you're a solo traveller on a budget or a big group looking to splurge on a Balinese mansion, we reckon you’ll find the perfect place to stay in our expertly curated list. What are you waiting for? Your tropical getaway is just a scroll away… RECOMMENDED:☀️ The best things to do in Bali🏖️ The most unforgettable beaches in Bali🏠 The best hotels in Bali🔥 The best places to party in Bali Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in every Airbnb featured, we've based our list on top reviews, hosts, and amenities to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affil

This March, National Lottery Open Week is back to help you say yes to getting out of the house and into some exciting new venues filled with incredible experiences. From London to Manchester and many great spots around the UK, you can enjoy a wide range of unique activities this spring.  All you need to do is produce a National Lottery ticket (including Lotto, EuroMillions, Set 4 Life, Thunderball or National Lottery Scratchcard) to gain access to special offers at participating venues across the UK. The best part? Many are offering free entry or some insanely good discounts of up to 50 percent off.  Join us as we journey around the UK and visit 15 of the top historical, cultural and artistic places taking part in National Lottery Open Week from Saturday March 15 to Sunday March 23, 2025.

Looking for somewhere to stay with the little ones in Paris? We've got you covered. From uber-luxury houseboats to outer-Parisian estates and a healthy handful of luxury apartments thrown in for good measure, we’ve put together one epic range of family-friendly Airbnbs in Paris for you to check out. Whether you're dropping by for a long weekend or having a full week away (complete with a Disney trip, perhaps?), these Airbnbs are sure to provide all you need. Allons-y! To help families enjoy all Paris has to offer, Airbnb and Eurostar are providing a chance to win train tickets and family-friendly Guest Favourite stays up to £1,000 for the perfect weekend in the city. For a little context, Guest Favourite stays are a collection of the most loved homes on Airbnb. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

Where are the best places to stay in Cape Town? Well, that all depends on what you’re hoping to get out of the city. If you’re looking for sundowners overlooking the Atlantic, Camps Bay is the place for you. Prefer a surfer’s paradise? That’s just over the mountains in the sunny suburb of Muizenberg. Getting to know the best (and safest) areas of Cape Town and what they offer will help you get the most out of one of the world’s greatest cities. Although the CBD (Central Business District) is small, the City of Cape Town officially comprises a large urban area set across multiple suburbs and small coastal towns, many of which are worth exploring in their own right. Within that expanse, these are the best places to base yourself – and while it’s important to remain streetwise throughout Cape Town, we’ve focused here on the safest areas to stay. So, let’s take a look at our curated list of the best neighbourhoods in the Mother City. You can thank us after your epic trip. RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Cape Town🍝 The best restaurants in Cape Town🏠 The best Airbnbs in Cape Town🏖 The best beaches in Cape Town🛍 The best shops in Cape Town This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

Every year a wealth of new hotels open in the capital which is a testament to the fact that London remains one of the most desirable places to visit in the world. But, the city can be pretty pricey if you're not careful. Whether you live or work in London or just visit, the spending can quickly add up. From the delicious food that stands on almost every corner and lines up the streets to just having a gander around the city looking for things to do, your wallet might start to feel very, very light. We don't even want to talk about how much a night out costs.  But surprisingly, the UK capital has actually got some wallet-friendly options for spending the night. Both big chains and independent hotel joints (yep, even four- and five-star ones) offer some rooms for under £200 a night – you just have to know where to look. Every hotel highlighted here by Time Out’s experts is good value; whether that be because of its location, design, or quite simply, the price. Staying in one of these will give you the kind of buzz only a good deal can deliver. So get booking and then use all the cash you’ve saved on more important stuff. Like, erm, going to the pub.  Which area is best to stay in London for a good price?  London has so many neighbourhoods, you’re spoilt for choice. But, where should you go for the best deals? Honestly, it depends on what you’re looking for. There’s cheap options in Shoreditch, just off the South Bank and even in the heart of the West End. So, whether you want t

While there’s nothing wrong with touristy attractions—some things you just have to see—the experience might be memorable for the wrong reasons: crowds, wait times, obstructed views. If you’re a repeat visitor or a local looking to get off the beaten path, these non-touristy things to do in NYC are for you. Visitors to New York flock to well-known attractions like the Empire State Building, Central Park, Chelsea Market, and Times Square—and for good reason! But you can find equally impressive views, natural beauty, art galleries, and colorful photo ops at other lesser-known spots, too. These alternative things to do in New York are just as memorable and far less crowded. After you’ve explored these non-touristy alternatives, go a little deeper and discover the best secret spots in NYC. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best New York attractions The best attractions in Manhattan The best crime tours in NYC This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

Who doesn’t love a nice bouquet of flowers from the best florists in town – especially when you can get them delivered to your doorstep in Montreal? When you take stock of all the fabulous Montreal attractions, gorgeous terraces, and world-class restaurants – all topped with these superb flower shops – this is without a doubt a city for lovers. Florists here offer all sorts of services, including last-minute bouquet deliveries and extravagant wedding arrangements, but they can also help you find something simple to liven up your apartment too. Flower shopping has never been so easy, or so rewarding. Especially as we've rounded them all up for you – seriously, this is going to be a bloomin' breeze. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the 🍷best romantic restaurants in Montreal This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

You’re a smart cookie so you probably know that education doesn’t have to stop at graduation: New Yorkers can constantly add to their skills in the wide range of fascinating classes in NYC. Gym rats can get their adrenaline fix from the hottest new fitness classes, while creative types might want to visit the best arts and crafts stores to learn how to create their very own craft masterpieces. For the adventurous student (that's you!), we've uncovered the best out-of-the-box classes in NYC, ranging from dance classes for adults to a hands-on neon sign workshop. Whether you've always wanted to try aerial acrobatics or you're an aspiring sommelier, we have the course for you. All you need to do? Check out our hand-picked list of the best classes NYC has to offer, pick your perfect class, and get that grey matter going. Every day's a school day! Happy learning, friends. RECOMMENDED: The best acting classes in NYCRECOMMENDED: The best NYC writing classesRECOMMENDED: The best coding classes in NYCRECOMMENDED: 40 virtual team-building activitiesRECOMMENDED: The best team-building activities in NYC This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

There are very few cities with the amount of incredible art that NYC has to offer. New York has the single largest concentration of galleries anywhere for one thing, and for another, has some of the finest museums in the world. And it's no surprise that being surrounded by such artistic wonders will spark a few creatives among you.  We say, go for it and channel your inner artiste. Why spend all of your time just looking at works of art, or taking selfies with them, when you can discover your inner Picasso or Van Gogh? We have just the list you need to find the best art classes in NYC for every taste and technique, from painting and sculpture to ceramics and silk-screen printing. RECOMMENDED: Find more classes in NYCRECOMMENDED: Best drawing classes in NYCRECOMMENDED: Best painting classes in NYCRECOMMENDED: Best pottery classes in NYC This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

A Bali vacation doesn’t just mean beach time. Venture inland to the central foothills of Gianyar Regency, and you’ll find rice terraces, deep ravines, and some of the world’s oldest Hindu temples and shrines. Welcome to Ubud, Bali’s spiritual and cultural heart. While you could tour Ubud’s highlights in a day, this place is best enjoyed at a relaxed pace. With scenic treks above lush canopies, white water rafting through sacred rivers, and a conservation forest where monkeys roam freely, there’s plenty to see and do. So why not stay a night or two? We’ve ranked the best hotels in Ubud - whether you’re after a locally inspired village stay, affordable glamping, or a serene retreat with jungle views. READ MORE: The best hotels in Bali from luxury resorts to affordable stays and The best luxury hotels in Bali

Want to let your bestie, other half, secret crush or next door neighbour that you love them? Say it with flowers! Whether for a special occasion like Mother‘s Day or Valentine’s Day, or just because you're feeling nice, having a lovely bunch of blooms delivered straight to your door really has the power to make your day. But we know that sometimes life gets in the way, so if you've left things to the last minute – don't panic, there is still time to save the day. All these wonderful London-based florists do same-day delivery, so you can rest easy, knowing it's all taken care of, and you’ll look like you had it all under control the whole time. RECOMMENDED: 💐Check out the best online flower delivery in London🍏 Busy work week? Get your fruit and veg delivered 🍫Visit the best chocolate shops in London How do we know it's the best of the best? Our lists are expertly curated by our local experts far and wide to offer you the lowdown on the best delivery services in London. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

With Valentine's Day and Mother's Day around the corner, there's never been a better time to start planning a floral surprise for a special someone. If you're opting to gift someone a beautiful bouquet, though, just know you can’t do it half-heartedly. Nothing says last-minute like a bunch of petrol station peonies – and your recipient will be able to tell. Instead, brighten up someone's day with a handpicked arrangement from one of the million-and-one incredible florists all over London, with one million-and-one ways to get beautiful bouquets delivered the very same day, or the day after if you’re too slow (just blame delivery delays). Because we're amazing, we’ve made it even easier for you, panic-buyer or not – hey, we don't discriminate. We've scoured the city to bring you this list of the best flower deliveries in London – each one hand-picked by Time Out experts. That special someone deserves it.  Why not take a look at:💐The best same-day flower delivery in London🍷The best alcohol delivery services in London 🛏 Need a getaway? Here are the best Airbnbs in London How do we determine the cream of the crop? Our staff picks combine the top, most recent reviews with some of our personal favourites to make sure you get the best deal on the web. Throughout this article, you may notice some affiliate links – these have no influence on our editorial content – we pinky swear. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.

The Treehouse Hotel is everything you could want from a sustainable yet high-end (two words not often used together) hotel in London’s busiest district. Just steps away from Regent Street and the chaos that is Oxford Circus, this 95-room treehouse-come-hotel is covered head-to-toe in recycled wood, hanging plants and plastic-free interiors throughout. From the quirky room additions – think magic 8 balls, cuckoo clocks and Paddington Bears – to the earthy perks like birdie bed throws and tree branches in the otherwise uber-modern ensuite, the Treehouse knows how to bring a vibe. And if you’re looking to dine and drink with minimal effort, there are three fantastic choices on-site. For dinner, head to Pizzeria Mozza on the ground floor for authentic Italian fare with a flair: try the cauliflower fritti from the antipasti menu. It’s next level. Wind down with a nightcap at the rooftop bar, The Nest – complete with 360-degree city views and the kind of lighting to make your Christmas tree weep. Rise and shine from your super comfy bed the next morning, and enjoy a full English with a Mexican twist at Madera; the all-day restaurant serving anything from macchiatos to mezcals. Thoughtful comforts throughout the hotel include filtered water stations on each floor, personalised messages on your in-room SmartTV, complimentary sweet treats delivered room-service style and a distinct aroma flowing through the halls reminiscent of Abercrombie&Fitch back in 2010 – in a good way. It’s wort

The Lime Tree Hotel serves an eclectic slice of the English countryside to the heart of London. Nestled just off the ‘prettiest street in London’ – otherwise known as Elizabeth Street – the 26-room Georgian boutique hotel offers a diverse mix of old-school accents, abstract art and wallpapers seeking a whole lot of attention. Inside the Generous Double, you’ll find tapestry curtains and dial-up radios juxtaposed with modern amenities such as a SmartTV, mood lighting and crisp white sheets on the well-sized double bed. Upon first glance, it’s easy to forget this is an ensuite until you discover the doorknob hidden among the floor-to-ceiling bookshelf wallpaper – yep, it’s pretty bold. While the bathroom is petite in size, the design is clean, modern and ideal for a quick refresh in the morning before devouring one of the on-site eatery’s divine breakfasts: go for the salmon and scrambled eggs with a side of avo – it's spectacular. The Buttery is fast becoming the go-to brunch spot in Belgravia and its not-so-secret-but-equally-magical garden is everything you could want from a sunny spot for clinking mimosas at noon. The Limetree is your very own low-cost London oasis – take full advantage. Neighbourhood: Situated in sloaney Belgravia, it’s pretty surprising to learn that this cosy bolthole is a five-minute walk from the wilderness that is Victoria Station on a Monday morning. Grab a coffee at TomTom and watch the array of locals – from families and pushchairs to suits on Bori

You might have seen that back in June, Airbnb added a few interesting filters to their search function, meaning users can now find a rental based on categories rather than just the location. It’s pretty neat, and it means that if the only place you’re really willing to stay in is a beachfront treehouse with a grand piano and a chef’s kitchen, you can totally search for exactly that.  And now they’ve just added a few more options for you to explore. You can now hunt down homes that are 10,000 feet above sea level, brand-new listings, ‘hanoks’ (traditional Korean homes made with natural materials), homes adapted for people with disabilities, and ‘play’ properties with things like basketball courts, games rooms and even water slides. As we say, pretty neat. But the search we’re finding especially interesting right now is ‘trending’ homes. These are the most viewed listings on Airbnb and we have to say it proves there actually is wisdom in the masses, on occasion. Don’t believe us? Check out these awesome pads.    The Baldy Mountain chalet overlooking Ten Mile Range, Colorado Photograph: Courtesy Airbnb The oceanfront beach house in Summerland, California Photograph: Courtesy Airbnb Big Blue Trace in Breckenridge, Colorado Photograph: Courtesy Airbnb Mountainview Barn House, Woodstock, New York State Photograph: Courtesy Airbnb The lakefront mansion in Indio, California   Photograph: Courtesy Airbnb The log cabin near Dollywood, Tennessee Photograph: Courtesy Airbnb

You might have seen that back in June, Airbnb added a selection of new filters to their search function, meaning users can now find a rental based on some pretty niche categories rather than just location and date range. So if the only place you’re willing to stay in is a beachfront treehouse with a grand piano and a chef’s kitchen, you can now search for exactly that. Pretty cool, eh? Well, they’ve just added even more options for you to explore. You can now hunt down the latest ‘trending’ homes and brand-new listings, as well as ‘hanoks’ (traditional Korean homes made with natural materials), homes adapted for people with disabilities, and properties with a ‘play’ element, like basketball courts, games rooms and even water slides.  But the new category we’re loving most? The ‘top of the world’ filter, which shows homes that are at least 10,000 feet above sea level. To give you a flavour of what’s on offer, we’ve picked some of our favourite sky-high rentals. See you halfway up the Himalayas? This architectural masterpiece in Breckenridge, Colorado Photograph: courtesy Airbnb A geocentric dome in the mountains between Cusco and Machu Picchu Photograph: courtesy Airbnb This lush home on the highest coastal mountain range in the world Photograph: courtesy Airbnb A nature lodge in Nepal, with views of the Everest Region Photograph: courtesy Airbnb This spectacular villa above the clouds in Quito, Ecuador Photograph: courtesy Airbnb Pretty spectacular, right? Next thi