Health farm

Rural B&Bs offer an affordable alternative to luxury spas, says Isabel Choat.

Ranching out

There is a way to see southern Spain's wild side, says Claire Cozens - and it doesn't involve all-night partying. Instead she settled into the saddle and set out on a horse-trekking tour of the Alpujarras.

Spring in their step

Walking holidays don't need to be chilly British affairs, says Donald MacLeod. And to prove it, he joined a group hiking through Spain's spectacular Alicante mountains.

Women in step

From Morocco to Alaska, Ian Belcher finds the latest healthy but fun options.

Home and away

We ask the experts where to enjoy the best climbing in the UK and overseas.

Storms and teacups

Moving through southern Europe, Nick meets a grumpy Portuguese horse, survives a scary plane ride and soaks up some Sicilian coffee-shop culture.

Green light

Ian Belcher finds the latest healthy but fun options.