F1 racer Pierre Gasly loves living in fashion-forward Milan. Here are his top weekend picks, from shopping in Quadrilatero della moda to walking his puppy in Parco Sempione.

Travel writer Terry Ward plans your weekend in St Petersburg, Florida, from mural hopping in the former warehouse district to eating grouper sandwiches on white sand beaches.

A number of cities across the world offer more than 30 days of paid vacation time. We find out what life is like in these lucky locales.

Combining the feel of a Greek fishing village and a glamorous French Riviera resort, the San Francisco suburb is home to quirky artistic communities and eucalyptus-framed views.

BBC Travel reader Rachel Collins is moving to the British capital with her fiancé and is looking for quick, affordable weekend getaways. Our Facebook fans gave her some suggestions.

Charlotte Evans, a BBC Travel reader, is moving to China in July and is looking for some fun outdoor activities near Shanghai. Our Facebook followers offered their suggestions.

For those with the time and inclination to take the road less travelled, these three lesser-known gems are just a short distance from their more famous siblings.

With more than seven million people packed into 1,000sqkm, the city can feel a bit crowded. But landscapes that feel a million miles away can be reached within two hours.