From floating just off the white sandy shores of the Balearic archipelago to circumnavigating Zanzibar on a catamaran, these are the five best islands in the world to sail around.

Criss-crossing the European continent, the EuroVelo Trail comprises of 15 long distance cycling routes promising adventure and stupendous scenery.

When it comes to interior design, globetrotters have always drawn inspiration from their travels. Think daring colour palettes, lovingly repurposed vintage furniture, novel uses of industrial Edison bulbs and plants galore – at least in the case of these hostels. So open up your mood boards and prepare to be inspired.

Islands have long been the canvas onto which dreams, legends and purgatories have been projected; some, in particular, featuring in enduring myths that have been passed down through generations. But rather than being purely fiction, some of these island stories were in fact inspired by real events and places. Mythological savants and enthusiasts take note – we’ve found three legendary islands whose history is more than just myth.