Summer is in full swing and now is the time to make the most of it! From cultural festivals to the best al fresco restaurants, we’ve rounded up our top picks for what to see and do in August.
Culture Vulture
Festival Fringe, the world’s largest arts festival, is taking place until 28 August in Edinburgh. It’s a lot of fun, with many well-known performers such as Emma Thompson, Rowan Atkinson, Stephen Fry and John Cleese having got their first break here. You’ll need at least a weekend in Edinburgh to get the most out of the festival, although if you can spare a week that’s even better!

Another long standing cultural event is the opera season in Verona. Throughout August, ticket holders can enjoy a fantastic schedule of performances including Aida, Madame Butterfly and Tosca in the Roman amphitheatre. A city break in Verona is not just fun for the opera though, there is lots more to see such as Juliet’s balcony and the gardens at Palazzo Giardino Giusti. Lifestyle File
Dressing for a heatwave can be a challenge, even if it’s a pleasant one, so our Summer Style Guide aims to give you pointers on how to adapt your outfits to the warmer weather.

Travel Tales
The British seaside is stunning at this time of year and Bournemouth in Dorset is one of the 10 most Instagrammed places in the country. We recently visited the Art Deco gem that is The Cumberland Hotel, with a magnificent sea view. I can’t wait to share our photos with yo...