A digital detox in Umbria, Italy

Sarah Phillips breaks her Wi-Fi habit at the Eremito, an Italian eco-hotel that mixes an aesthetic design with an ascetic lifestyle

Go slow: how to do less and take in more on holiday

From healthy retreats and solo journeys to holidays which are normally full-on, like skiing and city breaks, our writers show you how to ditch the itinerary, slow down and enjoy the moment

Pico Iyer on the art of slow travel

Chuck your phone, scrap your plans, and slow the heck down … introducing our guide to relaxed holidays, Pico Iyer extols the virtues of mindful travel

Wellbeing retreats: readers’ travel tips

Our readers recommend places that will cleanse your soul, but not necessarily your wallet, whether you’re after the spiritual benefits of yoga, complete silence, or just swinging in a hammock with a beer in hand

Healthy eating on the road from Brisbane to Melbourne

From Brisbane to Melbourne - being on the road doesn’t have to mean pies and hot chips. We track down the best organic food just off the Hume and Pacific Highways.

Bulletproof coffee: is adding butter to your brew a step too far?

Fitness junkies claim this paleo-friendly start to the day has numerous health benefits, including increasing energy and keeping you full for longer. But does it actually taste any good?