The best international music festivals to jet off to this summer
You've jumped in the mud at Glastonbury, you've woken up covered in glitter at Latitude, and you've left your tent in a bin somewhere at Wilderness.
And while we all love a UK music festival, it's time to set your sound-loving sights on something a bit more exotic.
Enter our round-up of the best international festivals (AKA a holiday and festival all in one) for 2018. From rock music in Tokyo to dance beats on a beautiful Croatian beach, these are the best overseas festivals to book up ASAP – before they sell out...
And just to help you be completely ready, here's our helpful roundup of the best festival clothing to buy this year, as well as the ultimate festival beauty products you need in your tent.
All prices are approximate currency conversions and subject to booking fees.
Les Plages Electroniques, France
When: 10-12 August
What: A spectacular house and electronica festival on the stunning Mediterranean coast. The beautiful beach of La Croisette in Cannes will be expecting international artists like Jax Jones, Kygo and Jamie Jones.
How much: Day tickets start from £32 and three-day passes start from £72. For further information visit plages-electroniques.com
Annie Mac Presents Lost & Found, Malta
When: 3-6 May
What: This year's Lost & Found will feature its first ever beach party, with the likes of Stefflon Don, Solardo and Jamz Supernova providing the ultimate beachside soundtrack. The festival will also host a unique castle rave, plus pool and boat parties.
How much: 1st release tickets have sold out, but 2nd release are available for £119. For more info, visit lostandfoundfestival.com.
Cappadox, Turkey
When: 14-19 June
What: Held in the beautiful area of Cappadocia, in Central Anatolia, Turkey, Cappadox is a music and arts festival with a difference. There's live music (don't miss the sunrise and sunset concerts), outdoor activities (including hiking and yoga), film screenings and tons of gastronomy events.
How much: Single tickets will be available soon, but for now, you can purchase 'passes' depending on what activities you're most interested in. These passes range from £71 to £241. For more info, visit cappadox.com.
Summer Sonic, Japan
When: 18-19 August
What: Summer Sonic takes place in two different venues across the weekend – Tokyo and Osaka – with slightly different line-ups. But you can expect the likes of Chance The Rapper, Beck, Shawn Mendes, St. Vincent, Queens Of The Stone Age, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, Nickelback and Paramore.
How much: From £107. For more info, visit summersonic.com.
Primavera Sound, Spain
When: 30 May-3 June
What: Barcelona's Primavera never disappoints on line-up. This year, you can jump around to Björk, Arctic Monkeys, Chvrches, A$AP Rocky, Belle and Sebastian and many more.
How much: £75 for a day ticket, £188 for a full festival ticket. For more info, visit primaverasound.com.
Coachella, USA
When: 13-15 April, 20-22 April
What: The most glam festival there is, Coachella should be on everyone's bucket list. And even more so this year, because the 2018 lineup is insane. To name just a few: Beyoncé, Eminem, The Weeknd, Cardi B, French Montana, Fleet Foxes, Post Malone, Jamiroquai, alt-J. Books flights
How much: Sadly, general admission passes sold out fast, but head to valleymusictravel.com for any remaining tickets. For more info, visit coachella.com.
Roskilde, Denmark
When: 30 June-7 July
What: Just west of Copenhagen, this festival boasts 8 stages and acts including Eminem, Bruno Mars, Gorillaz, Stormzy and Khalid.
How much: £123 for a day ticket, £247 for a full festival ticket. For more info, visit roskilde-festival.dk.
Hospitality On The Beach, Croatia
When: 12-16 July
What: If you're looking for clear blue skies, sea and dance music, Hospitality On The Beach is for you. It's located on the beautiful shores of Tisno's Garden Resort, so you can be sure your Insta feed will be serious #lifegoals.
How much: £181. For more info, visit hospitalityonthebeach.com.
Lollapalooza, USA
When: 2-5 August
What: Taking place in Grant Park, Chicago, Lollapalooza boasts a line-up of Arctic Monkeys, Bruno Mars, Camila Cabello, The Weeknd, Jack White and Travis Scott.
How much: 1-day tickets are still available for £85. For more info, visit lollapalooza.com.
Way Out West, Sweden
When: 9-11 August
What: A three-day music festival held in Gothenburg, Sweden, with a variety of music genres on offer. The line-up includes Kendrick Lamar, Arctic Monkeys, Sigrid, Patti Smith, Lykke Li, Arcade Fire.
How much: From £169. For more info, visit wayoutwest.se.
Melt, Germany
When: 13-15 July
What: Held in Ferropolis open-air museum, Melt is one of the biggest open-air electronic music festivals in Germany. The XX, Florence And The Machine, Fever Ray and Tyler, The Creator all feature on this year's line-up.
How much: £60 for a day ticket, £112 for a phase 2 weekend camping ticket. For more info, visit meltfestival.de.
Balaton Sound, Hungary
When: 4-8 July
What: The 5-day non-stop, beach-themed music festival situated on Lake Balaton is the go-to destination for dance music lovers. This year's line-up includes Rita Ora, Ella Eyre, Ty Dolla Sign, Big Sean and Craig David presents TSS.
How much: £54 for a day ticket to £183 for a five-day ticket. For more info, visit balatonsound.com.
Dreambeach, Spain
When: 8-12 August
What: The largest electronic music festival in Spain, Dreambeach takes place on the shoreline in Almeria and boasts a line-up of hip-hop, bass, hardstyle, techno and trance. There's a camping area with luxurious balinese beds, barbecue sites and a swimming pool that's over 60 metres long.
How much: Camping tickets start at £88. For more info, visit dreambeach.es.
