Oscar Wilde famously wrote of San Francisco: "It must be a delightful city and possess all the attractions of the next world. For California-based writer, Parissa Mostaedi, it's no wonder this 'City by the Bay' has captivated the imagination of so many. It has everything, from cultural heritage and diverse architecture to evocative landscapes and excellent restaurants and museums. Parissa shares an insider's guide for anyone planning their own San Francisco adventures.

Known for its elegant, historic boulevards, world-class museums and expansive green spaces, Madrid is a vibrant destination for art and design lovers. It is also constantly evolving, rivalling Barcelona’s reputation as Spain’s most charismatic city. Madrid-based designers, Mafalda Muñoz and Gonzalo Machado, share an insider’s guide.

Arguably one of the most underrated destinations in Europe, Munich is rightly emerging into the light. Its old town is home to outstanding neo-Gothic buildings, while its natural surroundings and out-of-town experiences make it an inspired city break. Munich insiders, Leonie Mir and Laura Inga, share tips for an unforgettable weekend.

With its world-class museums and gastronomic scene, homegrown design brands and impressive sustainability credentials, Copenhagen firmly flies the flag for the globally-influential 'Scandinavian chic'. The Danish capital - regularly voted one of Europe's happiest cities - makes for an unmissable weekend break too. Copenhagen-based designer and editor, Caroline Feiffer, share an insider’s guide.

There is nowhere quite like Stockholm, writes textile designer Cathy Nordstrom. She loves her city’s rich cultural heritage, fantastic museums, clean air, walkable size and pastel-hued buildings. Cathy shares an insider’s guide full of well-kept secrets.

With its dramatic skyline crowned by Edinburgh Castle and a rich blend of medieval and Georgian architecture, Edinburgh is easily the UK’s most enchanting city. The charms of the Old Town and Royal Mile are well known, but look closer and you’ll find the Scottish capital full of unexpected delights. Hannah Kroes and shares an insider guide.

Winter Sun: Inspired by Cape Town’s breathtaking landscapes, rich design heritage, vibrant art scene, and eclectic markets, architect turned artist, Lucie de Moyencourt, shares her insider tips for an unforgettable journey through South Africa’s creative heart.

London-based Cypriot designer, Murude Katipoglu, shares her favorite places and spaces in her native Cyprus, an island to which she returns often. From the most beautiful villages, far from the tourist traps, to design-led restaurants, Ottoman caravanserai architecture, Turkish handicrafts and traditional Cypriot cuisine, Murude offers an unique insider's perspective.

Cortina is the most Italian of Italy's ski destinations, a dreamy, scenic place which has managed to preserve its peculiar, unexpected charm. Servane Giol, author of a new book on Cortina, recounts her first "bewildering" visit and shares her favorite spots in the beautiful, mountainous region.

A place of mysticism, tradition and unforgiving terrain, the Faroe Islands have long mystified visitors with their rich history and culture. Now a new wave of creatives and restaurateurs are bringing these lesser-known, oft-unexplored islands to global consciousness, find Nuria Val and Isabella Rose Celeste Davey as they explore the islands.

Offering near-year-round sunshine, hidden-away waterside restaurants and excellent cuisine, Bodrum is a laid-back Turkish paradise. But while the destination may be booming, Cabana's Bodrum lies beyond the mega resorts, in the charming, family-run hotspots, local legends, bustling markets and new cultural events.

One of the Cyclades’ most elegant islands, Sifnos is known for its longstanding ceramics tradition and handsome villages. A gourmand’s paradise, it is also where time-worn recipes served in traditional tavernas meet contemporary restaurants and natural wine bars. Island regular Kate Lough shares her favorite haunts.

Jennica Arazi, owner of The Marbella Club - a much-loved Spanish landmark now celebrating its 70th anniversary in great style - shares her favorite spots to eat, shop, cycle and wander in Marbella. Jennica's insider tips are a must-read for anyone heading to the glamorous, yet laid-back, city.

Eliza Dabron, one half of design duo Moro Dabron, recently moved from London to Bath. She shares an insider's guide to the historic and exceptionally photogenic English city, from must-visit cultural experiences and excellent food spots to Bath's numerous design shops and art galleries.

A vibrant port on the south coast of France, Marseille is a sun-soaked city that has long been underestimated, writes travel and food writer, Anastasia Miari. She shares an insider's guide to the once-forgotten city, highlighting its cultural diversity, impressive architecture and excellent restaurants.

Often overlooked by Mallorca's beaches and interior towns, the lively city of Palma with its historic architecture, abundance of art, and thriving food scene is a year-round destination in its own right, finds Spain-based travel writer, Elizabeth Bennett.