Curate the perfect end-of-year event for your inner circle with an ultra-luxurious takeover at Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat. Unwind with family and friends at a private 22-room sanctuary inspired by the shoreline resorts of Greece. Relish complete relaxation and personalised festivities in timeless Mediterranean elegance at the water’s edge of Ghantoot, halfway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Make the biggest celebration of the year unmistakably, exclusively yours.

Lisbon is set to welcome Festas do Mar from 28 August to 7 September 2025 in Cascais, just a 40-minute train ride from the city centre. For ten days, the bay will come alive with free open-air concerts by some of the country’s biggest artists, colourful fireworks over the Atlantic, traditional boat processions honouring Nossa Senhora dos Navegantes, artisan markets and freshly grilled seafood served just steps from the water.

Perfectly timed for late-summer travellers, the festivities pair beautifully with Lisbon’s world-famous sunsets, which are at their most captivating during the warmer months. As the heat of the day fades, the skies melt into pink, orange and lilac, casting a golden glow over the River Tagus and the Atlantic coast.

As the full moon rises and autumn unfolds, Four Seasons Hotel Beijing presents a poetic tribute to the Mid-Autumn Festival — a celebration of reunion, craftsmanship, and refined taste. Inspired by the timeless elegance of traditional bamboo weaving, the hotel introduces three exquisitely designed mooncake gift boxes: Classic (时月), Deluxe (星域), and Lava (鎏金).

From the moment the box is opened, guests are greeted with woven silk threads that echo moonlight’s gentle embrace — a tactile metaphor for heartfelt connections.

When I took delivery of the RELIEFF Leopard Recovery Toe-post sandals, I couldn’t help thinking they looked like flip flops made out of chunky chocolate and decorated with a funky leopard design. I was already taken with them.

The promise of relief from foot fatigue after a hard day’s activity in shoes or trainers was compelling. In my experience, though, flip flops themselves are not that comfortable and often lead to foot pain.

Most flip flops offer flat, sliver-thin soles with no arch support, and you end up having to clench your toes and feet have to work hard to stay stable. This often results in aching feet after a while, and at worst, lower back pain. 

This footwear is created by Fitflop and comes with thick soles and is altogether different. Yes, they have the flip-flop thong, but in terms of structure, that is where the similarity ends. Their superpower is not just comfort, but that they offer relief after physical activity – say after skiing, hiking or ballet dancing if that’s your thing. I get why Fitflop refers to them as sandals.

I wore my RELIEFF Leopard Recovery Toe-Post sandals all day long one sunny day in Islington, just pottering around my local area, along the high street and the local park. My feet stayed comfortable and stable throughout, and actually, I felt they looked stylish too.

How is that possible?  These sandals are packed with technology. Firstly, they are biomechanically developed to be in tune with the body’s alignment and natural movement. Secondly, they are made from soft, light, flexible EVA foam and crafted with energy-efficient ergonomics so feet don’t have to work hard. Then there is the midsoles made from Microwobbleboard, which feel wonderful underfoot. And for me and my wide feet, they offered the best in comfort.

Verdict: These lovely looking FitFlops are great for walking casually around town, the pool or the beach and the cushioning means no hard slamming of the heels. I believe these must be the most comfortable flip-flop style sandals around. I wholeheartedly highly recommend them.

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