Could a day at Stansted cure my fear of flying – or will I always need Valium and a fizzy wine chaser?

For too many years Suzanne Moore has not been able to board a flight without a stiff drink and, preferably, tranquillisers. Could a ‘Fearless Flyer’ course at Stansted help her overcome her terror?

Explorer Levison Wood: ‘After my next big trip, I think I’ll go on a wife hunt’

The explorer, writer and photographer on significant others, sleeping in caves and eating bush rat

Up all night in Norway: land of the midnight sun

The extreme northern coast of Norway is an unspoilt land of wonder, and the perfect place to enjoy the eternal dawn, writes Allan Jenkins

My airport nightmare shows exactly why mums struggle to breastfeed

Heathrow’s lack of facilities is symptomatic of the complete lack of thought given to breastfeeding mothers in the UK, writes freelance journalist Sophie McBain

20 of the best adventure travel challenges for 2018

Marathon cycles meet epic swims and uplifting hikes in our guide to the best breaks that, from the Lake District to the Sahara, will get you off the sofa and into the great outdoors

Five fantastic mind, body and soul festivals for 2018

Relax, restore and reset yourself at these festivals that feature yoga classes, spa treatments, healthy food, live music – and, yes, occasionally, a little alcohol

The best yoga, mindfulness and fitness breaks for 2018

Free your mind and body with our pick of inspiring yoga trips, meditation breaks and fitness holidays in the UK and around the world

Travel insurance: make sure you have proper cover, or face a hefty bill

Foreign Office highlights cases such as an £80,000 bill for a broken hip to encourage holidaymakers to take out policies

Keep quiet: can a silent retreat in Bali really soothe the soul?

Beautiful views, meditative walks and delicious food may create the perfect mood for a mindful break – but our writer discovers that being in the moment is hard work

Mysuru, India, city guide: what to see, plus the best yoga centres, hotels and restaurants

Famed for ashtanga yoga, wellbeing is a way of life in this magical south Indian city – and fantastic markets, food and architecture all add to the allure