Craving a getaway? Look no further than THE ESCAPIST, Monocle’s smart travel annual. Inside, make tracks for the Gulf of Guinea to explore the island of Príncipe, take a road trip down Australia’s east coast along the Grand Pacific Drive and check into a hotel at the foot of Mount Fuji. Along with new openings and the top tables to book, you’ll find astute insights from travel and hospitality industry leaders about what 2026 has in store. Now is the time to size up what’s on the horizon and make your plans for adventure. Off to Tangier? Florence? Or is it Taipei? The choice is yours.