There is something equally compelling and terrifying about the unknown. From unsolved tragedies to creepy myths and legends from bygone centuries, curiosity about the strange and mysterious seems to be an ingrained facet of human nature.

It seems a shame sometimes to jet off half way across the world when we haven’t seen everything on offer right here in the Great British Isles.

The world is a fairly mind-boggling place. There is so much going on that only makes sense to us humans because we're used to it, and so much more that goes beyond our understanding and bedazzles, bemuses and fascinates us every day.

We’ve collated some of the most appetising and appealing recipes to really help you make the most of Autumn and to get you inspired to cook up a storm for family, friends, or perhaps just your own indulgent moment.

Everyone wants to be ahead of the curve, at the front of the queue, so to make sure you don’t miss out on what holiday spots are going to be hot for 2019, we’ve done the leg work for you and you can find out what we discovered right here!

If we’re all being realistic, we all know where the best Oktoberfest is going to be. But, for the sake of debate and perhaps to learn something new, let’s pretend that Germany isn’t going to take up every one of the spots on this list.