May is the perfect time to get away with THE GLOSS.

This month, we’re fantasising about long days spent lounging, reading and thinking of nothing but what to eat next. What to wear is a question for Style Editor Aislinn Coffey, who has gathered together a holiday wardrobe that balances sunny style with a practical flair that makes packing a dream.

In Notes from Abroad, Beauty Editor Sarah Halliwell has selected beautiful items that capture the essence of far-flung places. So even if you’re staying in Ireland, you can enjoy a sensory experience of sunnier climes.

Travel writer and photographer Lex Duff can find herself trekking with gorillas in the Ugandan jungle one week and eating tapas on the Costa Brava the next. She has curated some of her favourite destinations just for readers of THE GLOSS.

Penny McCormick speaks to some of the team behind the otherworldly La Gonette retreat in Provence, and finds a mix of five other creative destinations in Europe to whet your appetite. We also share tips for a cultural weekend in Berlin and where to stay.

Ciara McQuillan recommends restaurants worth booking a short flight for, Julie Dupouy plans vineyard journeys and Kitty Coles is hooked on the tinned fish trend.

See inside designer Elin Alemdar’s Swedish summerhouse, find the best new books for May and read about Andrew Scott’s latest role.