Easy Escapes

Kate Stephens finds bliss in the Indian Ocean

Suzy Palmer jets into a charismatic Caribbean island for some fun in the sun

Miranda McMinn falls for a dreamy Italian city that floats on water

Victoria Moss heads to Texas to shop, feast and catch some art in fine Southern style

Kate Thompson enjoys a girls-only getaway in the Indian Ocean

Lisa Potter sharpens her pencils for some art lessons in the sunny Caribbean

Lisa Potter lives the high altitude life in the world's most famous ski resort

Novice skier Caroline Garland hits the slopes in the South Tyrol

Buzzy streets, cool hotels, hip bars, must-go shops – here's our guide to the Big Apple's most lovable neighbourhood

Lisa Potter shops but never drops in a desert city born to party

Niki Browes visits a mighty city at the crossroads of Europe and Asia

Fancy hanging out with the celebrities and high-spenders? Here's how to do it

Caroline Garland discovers the joys of British Columbia on a twin centre holiday to Vancouver and Victoria

Natasha Wynarczyk checks into a hip hotel on the Istrian coast

As the Statue of Liberty re-opens to visitors, here's our guide to enjoying the Big Apple this summer

Lottie Berridge takes a five-star break in the Indian Ocean

With dramatic volcanic landscapes, arty attractions and a sunny climate, the most stylish island in the Canaries makes a smart choice for a villa holiday.

Andrea Thompson gets sporty in the sunny Caribbean

Sunshine, beaches, temples, elephants... Marie Claire's travel editor offers some tips on visiting this exotic tropical island