10 of the most inspiring contemporary female adventurers

Following our article on female adventurers of the past, we’re bringing things up to date with a look at the explorers making their mark today and inspiring others to get out and blaze a trail

40 of the world’s best cruise holidays

Cruises are no longer the preserve of affluent pensioners. Now there’s yoga, goth bands, wildlife watching, Star Wars parties and zombies – although not all on the same boat

10 of the best adventure holidays in Europe

Walk, cycle, kayak or horse ride around some of the continent’s most stunning and remote corners

10 of the best long-haul adventure holidays

Get out of your comfort zone with these trips to less-visited parts of the world, from driving down Jordan’s desert highway to tackling high peaks in Mongolia

10 spectacular rail journeys … that you’ve probably never heard of

Classic trains such as the Orient Express and Trans-Siberian have the name and the fame, but there are hundreds of lesser-known – and more-affordable – rail journeys that are their equal when it comes to stunning scenery

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The wilderness in comfort … wild glamping in Scotland

Wild camping in Scotland in a very well-equipped Land Rover, our writer was set on foraging for their supper. Luckily, his friend had his own ideas …