Fancy a night or two beneath the stars this summer? The right gear will keep you dry, safe and help you conquer the great outdoors in comfort. Here’s what two experts recommend for your adventure…

As if precision-engineered cars and a world-leading beer culture weren’t enough, Germany is also a great – and underrated – place to take a break. From a cool island in the north to buzzy Munich in the south, here are four destinations that could work for four different types of holiday this summer…

With its gothic architecture, rich history and dynamic food scene, Edinburgh is the second most visited city in the UK after London. Here’s our pick of where to stay and eat in Scotland’s elegant and atmospheric capital – plus an itinerary to help you see as many of the highlights as you can in a long weekend…