Condé Nast Traveler has listed the 24 best places to visit in the entire world in 2024, and our humble county of Yorkshireis included.
Yes that's right, the luxury magazine publisher has included Yorkshire in the list of the best places to go in the entire world in 2024.
And obviously, we wholeheartedly agree.
It seems that we are in very good company, with idyllic holiday locations such as Madagascar and Guatemala also making the cut.
As well as places with immense cultural significance such as Quebec in Canada and Kobe in Japan.
The list is curated by a group of experts who take into account a wide range of attributes as to why you should travel to this specific location.
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From nature and places of natural beauty to fascinating cities, there's something for everyone on this list.
God's own country, aka Yorkshire, is mainly praised for its 'star chefs leading a revolution' and of course its beautiful greenery and landscapes, but we knew that already.
The Condé Nast list reads: "For a bewitching break in 2024, go north. Yorkshire-born sculptor Henry Moore once said: “The observation of nature is part of an artist’s life.” And Yorkshire has some of the most seductive nature: sweeping landscapes like living oil paintings; undulating dales and peaks; deep-forested moors with big skies; heady lavender fields; lofty woodlands filled with birdsong; and golden sandy sweeps skirting the peppermint-blue sea."
The article continues to mention a number of restaurants with award-winning chefs at the helm, from Tommy Banks' The Abbey Inn in York to Myse in Hovingham run by chef-and-sommelier couple Joshua and Victoria Overington.
They also go on to mention the newly opened Forest Spa at Middleton Lodge, a sustainable luxury retreat in the Yorkshire Dales National Park which launched in June.
Of course this piece only scratched the surface of just how wonderful Yorkshire truly is, but we'll let everyone else find out for themselves.
You can read the full list for Conde Nast must-visit places in the UK for 2023 here.
The finale of The Celebrity Traitors is hitting our TV screens next Friday, and there’s a big screening party happening in Leeds especially for it.
Don't panic guys, it's happening.
Fancy sitting down to watch one of the cultural events of the year on a big screen with dozens of others who are just as invested in the show as you are? Well, now you can.
And that’s because Belgrave Music Hall, one of the city’s most beloved event spaces and bars, will be hosting a finale watching party and we’re all invited.
Taking place next Friday 23 January, fans of The Traitors are invited to watch the finale which kicks off 9pm in the canteen.
Best part? The tickets are absolutely free and we've no doubt there'll be some banging drink deals on to get the party started.
We’re already searching our wardrobes for an item of clothing that remotely resembles a cloak.
Announcing the news to Instagram, Belgrave said: "The world famous Traitors finale screening is back at Belgrave! In the past we've been graced with the presence of OG Faithful @theomayne1, plus our Clauds has been known to make an appearance (please scroll for evidence)... twists and turns are promised 👀"
So to give this series of The Traitors a proper send off, get yourself to Belgrave Music Hall from 6pm and enjoy a few beverages with like minded fans whilst screaming at the screen as Claudia makes her way into the frame.
Whilst we're on the topic, has anyone got an incredibly glossy black fringed wig we could borrow?
Johnny Depp supergroup Hollywood Vampires have announced a huge gig in Halifax
Daisy Jackson
Hollywood Vampires are heading back out on tour, with a huge Yorkshire gig announced for this year.
The supergroup, which consists of one of the biggest names in Hollywood as well as one of rock’n’roll’s most iconic names, are set to perform at the AO Arena as part of a run of shows.
Hollywood Vampires is made up of A-lister Johnny Depp, as well as rock royalty including Alice Cooper, and Aerosmith’s Joe Perry, plus Tommy Henriksen.
They last performed with an arena tour back in 2023, making these their first gigs in almost three years.
Hollywood Vampires have now announced a return to the stage, with a show at the iconic Piece Hall in Halifax on 22 August.
They’ll be supported by The Jesus and Mary Chain, who marked their 40th anniversary in 2024 with a new album, Glasgow Eyes.
Johnny Depp supergroup Hollywood Vampires announce Manchester gig. Credit: Aaron Perry
Hollywood Vampires formed in 2012, named after Cooper’s celebrity drinking club of the same name where the aim was reportedly to ‘drink until no one could stand up’.
Over the years, the supergroup has worked with the likes of Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl, and Zak Starkey (formerly the drummer for Oasis).
A Three Presale for tickets will take place from 10am on Wednesday 21 January, followed by a venue presale on Thursday 22 January, then general sale from 10am on Friday 23 January.
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16th November 2023 
