Easy pace in the Islands of Peace: exploring the Åland Islands

Part of Finland but with a Swedish-speaking culture, this archipelago is an exemplary case of Nordic cooperation.

Better than blossoms: Japan’s Kuroshima Cow Festival

Arm-wrestling cats, defecating cattle and the chance to win your very own cow – Jo Davey takes the bull by the horns at this quintessentially Japanese bovine festival.

A taste of bliss: the best beaches in Mauritius

Whether you want to relax on pristine white sands, dive the coral reefs or try your hand at watersports, these little slices of paradise have it all.

Worshipping magnificence: the best mosques in West Africa

From Senegal to Ghana, West Africa is known for its fantastic mosques – each an architectural masterpiece in their own right.

Spotted in the wild: where to see Sri Lanka’s ‘Big Five’

From sloth bears to sperm whales, Sri Lanka is home to some of the most remarkable wildlife on the planet.

Fishing compliments: Visiting the Lünersee in Vorarlberg

Western Austria’s ‘Pearl of the Alps’ is angling for tourists’ attention.

A traditional beachside getaway: 48 hours in Sheringham

Sheringham’s charming coastline, fascinating fishing history and small-town feel make it the perfect place to spend a weekend.

Travelling paradise: two weeks in Mauritius

From white sand beaches to historic towns, Iona Grant explores the very best this island has to offer.

The ‘secret debate’: should hidden beauty spots remain off the radar?

Access to the outdoors should be for all, not just to those in the know.

In photos: the wonders of wild camping

Our Photographer of the Month, Ben Lateu-Smith, shares some stunning highlights from his wild-camping trips around the globe.

Locating nature’s pearl: where to find snowdrops in Britain

The sight of snowdrops peeping through in January or February never fails to lift the spirits.

Love is in the air: the most romantic cities in Europe

Perfect for any hopeless romantic seeking an escape away from the crowds.

Barbados beyond the beaches: welcome to Bridgetown

Home to impressive colonial architecture, fantastic museums and a lively shopping scene, Bridgetown is a window to a different side of Barbados.

Embrace the cold: the best winter walks in Britain

Get outdoors and make the most of this beautiful season.

The lost fires of the Yagan

Curious to find the fires at the end of the earth, writer and photographer Nori Jemil journeys to Patagonia’s Tierra del Fuego.