We revel in the remoteness: wild camping and hiking in the Scottish Highlands
A five-day mindful adventure on the Knoydart peninsula – one of the last great wildernesses in the UK – offers the chance to fully unwind and leap into the unknown
Swede dreams are made of this: wild swimming and forest walks in West Sweden
Dissolving into nature is possible in West Sweden, where a new holiday concept offers low-impact stays that don’t compromise on Scandi style
A new start after 60: I had to make my life count before it was too late – so I rowed across the Atlantic
When Sian Davies was waiting for spinal surgery, she stayed sane by planning things to look forward to. Most notably, an extraordinary feat of endurance
10 walks through history: ancient UK pathways in stunning countryside
From the John Bunyan trail to Silbury Hill, these short “pilgrimages” offer a chance to soak up myths and legends
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
Hot ticket: 10 of the best pop-up saunas in the UK
There’s never been a better time to embrace your inner Scandi with a cold plunge and a steam clean
Long lunches, casual friendships, no one to worry about: solo holidays are brilliant for older women like me
I’ve been travelling alone for 15 years – and loving it. Now that others are catching up, here’s how to make the most of all that me time
10 of the best British walking festivals
This year’s hiking events cover everything from vineyard strolls to foraging safaris and coastal routes with spectacular views
I have been forced into a month of minimalism – and I hate it
Far from home, in a rental apartment, the scarcity of my own stuff is making me strange, writes Emma Beddington. Where is the focus, calm and happiness I was promised?
‘Time for dreaming’: five writers on the slow travel joys that bring them peace
Turning off the phone and focusing on wild camping, sailing, foraging, fishing or beachcombing puts our authors in a state of mindfulness