From Menton to Carry-le-Rouet, we’ve handpicked the best beach towns in the south of France — where the food is stellar, the sea’s a shimmer, and the stays are worth writing home about.

These are the best lake vacations for a summer break, from Lake Tahoe in the US to Lake Como in Italy, and the MICHELIN-recommended restaurants and bolt holes to bed down in when you visit.

Where to eat, stay, and stop around town with design top of mind.

From Europe’s best art and music festivals to exclusive seaside soirées and desert parties in California, festival season is more exciting than ever. Elevate your experience by pairing a weekend of music and dancing with exceptional dining and luxurious stays at some of The MICHELIN Guide’s top-rated restaurants and hotels.

Style and flavor in one place? These California hotels prove lightning strikes twice in a single spot.