Still seeking a destination for your weekend break? There are some places which are probably a mere walk away from your college.

A day at the Centre could mean a visit to an exhibition（展览）of the work of one of the most interesting contemporary artists on show anywhere. This weekend sees the opening of an exhibition of four local artists.

You could attend a class teaching you how to ‘learn from the masters’ or get more creative with paint—free of charge.

The Centre also runs two life drawing classes for which there is a small fee.

The Garden has over 8,000 plant species; it holds the research and teaching collection of living plants for Cambridge University.

The multi-branched Torch Aloe here is impressive. The African plant produces red flowers above blue-green leaves, and is not one to miss.

Get to the display house to see Dianaea muscipula, a plant more commonly known as the Venus Flytrap that feeds on insects and other small animals.

The Garden is also a place for wildlife-enthusiasts（热爱者）. Look for grass snakes in the lake. A snake called ‘Hissing Sid’ is regularly seen lying in the heat of the warm sun.

Many stories surround Lard Byron’s time as a student of Cambridge University. Arriving in 1805, he wrote a letter complaining that it was a place of “mess and drunkenness”. However, it seems as though Byron did manage to pass the time pleasantly enough. I’m not just talking about the pet bear he kept in his rooms. He spent a great deal of time walking in the village.

It is also said that on one occasion Byron swam naked by moonlight in the lake, which is now known as Byron’s Pool. A couple of miles past Grantchester in the south Cambridgeshire countryside, the pool is surrounded by beautiful circular paths around the fields. The cries of invisible birds make the trip a lovely experience and on the way home you can drop into the village for afternoon tea. If you don’t trust me, then perhaps you’ll take it from Virginia Woolf-over a century after Byron, she reportedly took a trip to swim in the same pool.

From the V&A’s landmark fashion exhibitions to a collection of Vincent van Gogh’s finest works: these are the London exhibitions you can’t miss right now.

Mary Quant

The fashion exhibition at the V&A this summer moves to street-smart designer Mary Quant, who’s considered highly influential in the trends of the 1960s, playing a big part in the popularity of the mini-skirts and hot pants. In this exhibition, see more than 200 clothing pieces as well as photographs and designs that will transport you back to the decade.

Tickets: £12

Dates: Sunday, 6 April, 2019-Sunday, 16 February, 2020

Van Gogh and Britain

The exhibition at the Tate Britain brings together 50 pieces Van Gogh’s classic works. His relationship with Britain is an early focus: he spoke and read English well and was devoted to British literature. “My whole life is aimed at making the things from everyday life that Dickens describes,” he wrote. See Van Gogh’s collection of British books before arriving at his paintings.

Tickets:£22

Dates:Wednesday, 27 March-Sunday, 11 August, 2019

Diane Arbus: In the Beginning

This display of Diane Arbus’ works has been put on by The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Titled Diane Arbus: In the Beginning, it covers the first half of her career, featuring more than 100 photographs taken across New York landmarks such as Times Square and Coney Island, more than two-thirds of which haven’t been seen in the UK before.

Tickets:£14

Dates: Until Thursday, 6 May,2019

DonMccullin

More than 250 photos taken by British photojournalist DonMcCullin over the past six decades are on display at the Tate Britain. See shots from one of the UK’s most famous war photographers reporting in Vietnam, Northern Ireland and Syria, as well as photos taken of working-class life in London’s East End. The pictures offer a fascinating insight into more than 60 years of conflict and poverty around the world.

Tickets:£18

Dates: Tuesday, 5 February-Monday, 6 May, 2019

Arizona’s Best Outdoor Dining

For office workers, they may want to hide somewhere to enjoy their own free time. Places combining good food with great weather and remarkable views may be their top choice. Here are four of the best outdoor restaurants in Arizona.

Pizzeria Bocce Patio Bar

This pizza bar shows the city’s rising scene. Chef Michelle Jurisin traveled to Italy to become certified by Verace Pizza Napoletana. Pizzas are made in the traditional way. The most popular dish is the Cire’s with homemade Italian sausage, mushrooms and fresh cheese.

Address: 1060 N. Main St., Cottonwood. Tel: 928-202-3597.

Burgers By the Bridge

Located at the base of London Bridge, this open-air restaurant serves as Lake Havasu City’s room. Sitting right at the water’s edge, diners enjoy beautiful views of the boats, the bridge and palm trees from their tables. The juicy Black Angus burgers are tasty; the lightly salted fish may be the best in the town.

Address: 401 English Village, Lake Havasu City. Tel: 928-302-6780.

Mariposa Latin-Inspired Grill

It is a perfect combination of art and architecture. Natural stones, rusted metal panels (镶板) and window walls beautify the restaurant, which is unlike anywhere else in Sedona. Sitting outside, Mariposa provide red-rock views to accompany the excellent South American-inspired food. It is especially impressive at sunset.

Address: 700 State Route 89 A, Sedona. Tel: 928-862-4444.

The House

Dining at The House feels like hanging out at a friend’s backyard barbecue. The wood-framed building is simple inside. There’s a big garden with picnic tables outside. The menu is a mix of salads, sandwiches, chili and some burgers. Try the House Burger, cheese and fried onion strings. They are served with homemade chips.

Address: 1191 E. Hall, Show Low. Tel: 928-537-9270.