From the mountains to the Med: a self-guided walk in Provence, France
A challenging solo hike through stunning Provençal scenery is eased by lovely inns, dining by the seaside and leaving the planning to the experts
From cassoulet in Carcassonne to patisseries in Paris – a tour of France in 10 classic dishes
France does many foods exceptionally well, but certain areas offer unique and exceptional culinary experiences. We select 10 delicacies and the best regions in which to try them
‘Delicious seafood served with charm and ice-cold white wine’: readers’ favourite restaurants in France
From a hidden gem in Nice to a rustic revelation in Beaujolais and a bargain bistro in Brittany
A luxury lighthouse stay in northern Spain: ‘Windows look east and west to sunrise and sunset’
A renovated lighthouse on the Bay of Biscay is the perfect base for exploring Asturias’s maritime delights
My musical pilgrimage through Olde England: ‘I could hear the bells, taste the wild garlic, touch the mossy stones’
Travelling west from Norwich to Cornwall, a musician finds inspiration in ancient rituals and sights, from May Day celebrations to bluebell dells
My tour of Serbia in ‘the worst car in history’: from medieval castles to brutalist classics
Young Serbians are keen to celebrate the Yugoslav era, and offering tours of their country in vintage Yugos is a fun way of doing it
Share a tip on a great boat trip in the UK or Europe
Tell us about a wonderful break on canal, river, sea or lake – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
Viva Zapotec! A thriving ecotourism project in Mexico’s Oaxaca state
The people of the Sierra Norte have achieved a rare balance – preserving an ancient way of mountain life while welcoming visitors
Away with Sofia Levin: ‘I tried raw pig’s blood soup. If it’s good enough for Bourdain, it’s good enough for me’
The MasterChef judge and food writer on her most memorable meal, the Greek island she’s fallen in love with and her ultimate happy place
Morocco’s happy valley – the wilderness that lies just beyond the souks of Marrakech
Just 20 miles from the bustle of the medina, Ourika valley is a place of magical gardens, olive groves and walking trails in the foothills of the High Atlas
How far can we go on the old hippy trail? Overland from Leeds to Georgia
We travelled 3,000 miles by bus and train to what is currently the eastern limit of independent overland travel
New renovations, retro vibes: reviving Australia’s rundown motels
Buildings that once catered to 1950s road trippers are being transformed into boutique stays attracting a younger demographic
From batik-making in Ghana to homestays in Kyrgyzstan: your top ethical trips
Readers share their favourite experiences that benefit local people, including community cottages in Northern Ireland, an anti-mafia tour of Palermo and an eco project in Ecuador
Winter weekenders: 21 Australian festivals worth travelling for from May to August 2025
Celebrity cooking classes, live music under the stars, author talks, art fairs and film screenings – there are plenty of free and ticketed events to explore during the cooler months
Hiking the Pennine Way 60 years after its creation
The UK’s first national trail was established to help secure a right to roam. To mark its anniversary, our writer takes on a particularly wild section