‘The magical places’: readers on their youth hostel memories
The YHA – which has provided many with cheap, yet unforgettable, adventures – is selling off 20 properties
Let the bog snorkelling commence! 10 of the weirdest sporting events in the UK
From ferret racing to shinkicking, we round up some of the country’s most eccentric sporting events. Oddly, cricket isn’t among them …
From surfing to self discovery: five of the best male-only wellness camps in Europe
These getaways are geared towards giving men a reboot, and include both the spiritual – breathwork and midfulness – and physical, through activities such as mountain walking and coasteering
In the company of men – and Zen: a male-only wellness retreat in Wiltshire
A wellness retreat deep in an ancient Wiltshire forest offers jiu-jitsu, wild swimming and an emotional detox among like-minded strangers
From DJ classes in Ibiza to yoga in the Norfolk woods: readers’ favourite retreats in the UK and Europe
Ecodomes, poolside lounging and meditation feature at these gorgeous retreats in the UK and sunny southern Europe
Anyone who goes to a beach already has a ‘beach body’. Don’t strive for an illusion
Instead of falling for fitness and diet fads, focus on the things that will bring you true health and happiness this summer, says public health academic Devi Sridhar
A new start after 60: backpacking in the Himalayas, I found the courage to change my life
After two decades of work, work and more work, Ann Halloran decided it was time to leave her comfort zone. And it all began with a broken walking stick
Yes, I do take my pillow with me on holiday. And I’m very happy with my life choices, thank you very much
Sneer all you like, but everyone needs a few home comforts when travelling. And it’s not as if I’m taking my favourite mug
A holiday is about more than just a break. It’s a chance to dip a toe into a new version of yourself
If your life feels stuck, a trip can put you back in touch with your sense of adventure
The walking cure: why we should all be putting one foot in front of the other
Walking is the simplest and most natural thing to do, but its impact on our health and wellbeing is dramatic and far-reaching, says Anna Fielding