‘This is the France you dream of’: readers’ favourite travel discoveries
Medieval villages, secret alleyways and Charles de Gaulle’s retreat are just some of our tipsters’ French finds
Monet happy returns: Normandy celebrates 150 years of impressionism
The dramatic coastline of northern France inspired some of the country’s most famous artists. Now their work will appear in shows across the region
Connecting with my south-Asian roots on a traditional Indian yoga retreat in the UK
On a weekend break in rural Lincolnshire, the ‘smiling yogi’ takes this ancient practice back to its origins, with an emphasis on mantras and mindfulness
In the company of wolves and kings: Suffolk’s new medieval cycle trail
The Wolf Way – a magnificent, not too hilly, cycling route – takes in the county’s myths, market towns and Gainsborough landscapes
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Have you made a memorable trip you’ve taken by road, rail or ferry? Send us a tip – the best one wins £200 towards a Coolstays break
My hammock was my window on to the valley: a new type of walking trail in the Swiss Alps
The world’s first hammock hiking trail in southern Switzerland takes hikers into quiet corners of the Alps – with their beds in their backpack for lazy pit stops and overnight stays
Sagas and geothermal swimming pools – Reykjavík moves to a different rhythm
Wild landscapes, distinctive architecture and child-friendly facilities also help raise the happiness levels of our writer on a stay in the Icelandic capital
10 of the best European activity breaks with a spirit of adventure
Fancy seatrekking, swimrunning or bodypainting? These and more familiar outdoor pursuits are on offer at destinations from northern Norway to the Greek islands
A local’s travel guide to Washington DC: what to eat, see and do in three days
Top sights in Washington include Capitol Hill Books, the Black Cat music venue and a top-rated Filipino restaurant
We found a swimming pool in every city on our Interrail trip around Europe
Swimming at every stop left us fresh and invigorated – and led us to parts of cities that tourists seldom visit
Brilliant activity breaks by readers – from Portugal to the Lake District
River trekking, paragliding, cycling and via ferrata feature among our tipsters’ adventurous jaunts across Europe
A street food tour of Genoa
From fluffy focaccia to creamy pànera, local Michelin-starred chef Ivano Ricchebono introduces our writer to a taste of the Italian port city
Six of the best places in France for paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing
Turquoise seas, tranquil canals and glacial lakes … France offers some of the world’s most scenic paddling routes
A local’s guide to Miami: What to eat, see and do in three days
The best spots for shopping, sightseeing and exploring the art deco facades of South Beach – plus an Everglades excursion (and ‘gator bites’ snack)
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Tell us about your favourite walk in spring – the best tip wins £200 towards a Coolstays break