Gus Van Sant: ‘We are living in a wilder time than anything we could imagine’

He is the king of the Hollywood underground. So why has he made a mini-series for Gucci? The film-maker talks about life in isolation, his gay president project and the big screen’s demise

How to Enjoy a Luxury Weekend Away to Cambridge

    Cambridge is synonymous with lush lawns, elite education, and spectacular period architecture – and that’s before you even factor in the river. It’s thus a part of the country that’s drawn its fair share of tourists. Easily reachable from London, it’s a fantastic choice for a glamorous weekend away – catching the train … Read more

A New Contemporary Art Venue: A Sneak Peek Inside François Pinault’s Art Museum Bourse de Commerce

    Opening 23 January 2021, The Bourse de Commerce, the new François Pinault’s $170 Million Art Museum hosting the Pinault Collection, will be a breathtaking cultural space.   The inauguration of the Bourse de Commerce—Pinault Collection gallery in Paris, initially due to open in mid-June, has been postponed to January 23, 2021 due to … Read more

Posh splosh: wild swimming spots at British stately homes

From Highland castles to Anne Boleyn’s home, take a late summer dip in the lakes and rivers at these historic estates

Frank Lloyd Wright home in Phoenix set for new lease of life after $7.25m sale

  • Desert home was built for son and daughter-in-law in 1952
  • Buyers reportedly intend to preserve and restore house

Forest cabins, country parks and cosy pubs scoop VisitEngland awards

Winners at the 35th annual tourism awards also included a nature reserve, a cafe that works with young people with learning difficulties, pubs, museums – and the Guardian Travel desk!