Amazing travel experiences worth getting up early for
From hot air balloon rides at dawn in Turkey to morning markets in Seoul, here are the sights and activities for which it’s worth setting your alarm
April 2017 / Issue 43
Montpellier: six reasons to visit
The south of France’s most seductive city – a new route for BA this summer – blends medieval architecture with 21st-century design
Genuinely cool eco-friendly travel gadgets
Natural selection: The Club’s resident ‘techspert’ picks the green gadgets that top up their batteries while you top up your tan
My Club: Martin Parr
Renowned British photographer Martin Parr talks to The Club about travel bucket lists, inspirational destinations and why he never takes snaps when he’s in New York
Supercharge your travels with American Express
Discover how you can travel further, more frequently and more freely than ever as a British Airways American Express Premium Plus Cardmember
Where should I go?
The ultimate family travel bucket list
Put the kids in control and who knows where your next holiday will take you. We asked a panel of travellers-in-training to share their dream destinations
How to live the Pura Vida in Costa Rica
Sample the purest way of life even when on holiday amid the natural beauties of the Pura Vida in Costa Rica
James Syhabout’s foodie guide to Oakland (and beyond)
California steaming: from dim sum breakfasts to burger-fuelled power lunches, chef James Syhabout takes us on a culinary journey through the city of Oakland
Concierges rebooted: six quirky hotel services
Sleep sommeliers, proposal planners and Lego butlers... The Club meets the hotels taking great service to the next level
How to do a road trip in England’s West Country
Discover the delights of Devon and Cornwall’s stunning coastline with St Austell Brewery's beautiful inns and hotels
The Club’s guide to surviving a long layover
Step away from the terminal: the next time you have a few hours to spare between flights, why not maximise your time by playing tourist for the day?
Exclusive Club offers
Win a Shinola leather bag; a Sony wireless speaker, and a Studio10 beauty hamper – plus an exclusive discount at Park Hyatt Mallorca
Smarter travel tips
Carry on escaping: five stylish weekend bags
Struggling to find a carry-on bag that suits your travelling needs? The Club picks the perfect pieces of hand luggage for every occasion
Six unlikely epic drives
During his career as a motoring journalist, Rory FH Smith has put in the miles resulting in these amazing journeys that he shares with us
The best of BA news
The new First Wing is unveiled at Heathrow Terminal 5, plus a raft of new European summer routes announced from Dublin and UK regional airports
Five ways Formula E is changing the face of motor sport
Leading the way in the future of sustainable racing, the FIA Formula E Championships showcases electric vehicle technology – here's a chance to join the excitement
The Mexican hideaway that has something for everyone
Whether you’re checking in with the kids or looking to chill out, the luxury Grand Velas Riviera Maya is guaranteed to tick all the dream holiday boxes