Lifestyle

The best places to buy in Cape Town, South Africa
The seafront city is famous for its natural beauty, laid-back lifestyle and superb food and wine. Strong predicted price growth, high rental yields and exclusive new branded residences make Cape Town even more irresistible

Insider’s Guide to the Athens Riviera
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the must-visit spots. This time, Danae Tsakiris reveals the best-kept secrets on this idyllic Greek coast

How the great country estates are earning their keep
With running costs stretching into seven figures, stately homes are finding novel ways to pay their way – from filming fees to arts programmes and treehouse hotels

Riviera Residences: Where to Rent for the Season
There’s no more glamorous place to spend the summer than the south of France, and an exclusive rental property is ideal for enjoying the packed social schedule and glorious coastline

Insider’s guide to Pollença, Mallorca
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Iris Grünewald, CEO of Balearic Properties, Savills international associate, reveals the best-kept secrets in the north of the island

Season in the Sun: London’s Unbeatable Summer Social Scene
The time-honoured season – from the Chelsea Flower Show to Wimbledon and Frieze – is key to the capital’s appeal for global visitors

A guide to the equestrian season
From three-day eventing at Badminton and Burghley to racing at Ascot and polo in Windsor, discover the high points of this year’s social calendar

Great Lakes: Cumbria
With dramatic rewilded landscapes, mobile saunas and a Michelin-garlanded culinary scene, the Lake District is more appealing than ever

Insider’s guide to York
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Tanya Coffey, Savills associate director in York, reveals the city’s best-kept secrets

Hyper-local Dining Destinations
With a focus on fresh, local produce and seasonal flavours, restaurants in Cornwall, Devon and Somerset are serving up dishes that stay close to home — and closer to the land they come from.

Insider’s guide to Monaco
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Irene Luke reveals the best-kept secrets in town

The rise of the new super-prime renter
The capital’s high-end lettings market is seeing an influx of younger clients. They want to live in vibrant neighbourhoods with best-in-class amenities, but also distinct character and charm

Insider’s guide to Florence
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Luca Cerutti reveals the best-kept secrets in town

Why Glorious Gstaad Is A Smart Ski Choice
A strong performer in the Savills Ski Report 2024/25, the Swiss resort blends charming traditional chalets, spectacular scenery and a glamorous history with state-of-the-art infrastructure and year-round activities

The Beautiful South: Where to Find Classic Cotswolds Charm
The towns and villages of the southern Cotswolds are hard to beat for those seeking scenic splendour, characterful pubs and handsome golden-stone houses

Portfolio: The Ski Edition
Our first special issue of Portfolio magazine, available in print and digital. Request your copy today

Make tracks for Morzine
At the heart of a vast ski area, the French resort combines some of the best winter-sports activities in the Alps with traditional charm and plenty of year-round appeal, says Paul Watts, director at Morzine Immobilier, a Savills international associate

Why Norway Is Europe’s Best-Kept Skiing Secret
Pristine mountains, superb steep runs, cosy cabins and beautiful landscapes – this Nordic country is an ideal location for winter-sports fans and summer ramblers

Homes for hire: hosting a location shoot
Could your house be a star of the screen, the backdrop to an ad campaign or the venue for a brand event? Here’s how to put your property in the spotlight

Insider’s Guide to Madrid
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Yolanda Rueda, new developments sales director for Madrid, shares the city’s highlights

Gourmet Nice: the Riviera’s hottest foodie destination
The Unesco-listed city known for traditional Niçoise fare has upped its gastronomic game in recent years. Now ambitious chefs are adding Michelin-starred cachet to the fine-dining scene

Savills guide to the season
From the Snow Polo World Cup in St Moritz to the Met Gala in New York, here are the highlights of the global social calendar for winter and spring

Insider’s guide to Cannes
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Sylvain Boichut, head of office for Savills Cannes, reveals the best-kept secrets in town

Gourmet Porto: Portugal’s New Dining Destination
One of the oldest cities in Europe, Unesco-listed Porto is also one of the continent’s culinary hotspots, with talented young chefs reinventing the city’s delicious traditional dishes

Stroke of Genius: How Padel Is Taking the World by Storm
From the Bahamas to the Algarve, this super-sociable racket sport is on the rise – and property buyers are searching for homes with courts close by

The year-round lure of a coastal home
The rise of flexible working and a desire to spend more time in nature have led to a wave of homebuyers making a full-time move to the shore

Insider’s Guide to Sotogrande, Spain
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, James Stewart, director at James Stewart in association with Savills, Sotogrande, reveals the resort’s best-kept secrets

Insider’s Guide to Oxford
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Charles Elsmore-Wickens, Savills head of residential for the Cotswold and Chiltern region, reveals Oxford’s best-kept secrets

London’s tastiest food villages
From leafy Victoria Park to the grand streets of Mayfair, the UK capital is full of neighbourhoods with deliciously distinct gastronomic flavours

The growth of the cutting garden
The trend for seasonal homegrown blooms promises ever-changing colours and scents while also being sustainable. Two expert gardeners explain how to keep your vases filled from spring to autumn