Activity & adventure holidays

From world-class golfing greens and pristine tennis courts, to mountainous treks, wildlife safaris and deep-sea scuba diving, find holiday experiences to suit all in these action-packed destinations.


The Great American Road Trip

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A road trip from Las Vegas, via desolate Nevada to the Mormon stronghold of Utah’s Salt Lake City, offers a journey of wild extremes. Greg Cook takes a spin ...Read more

Where to go on holiday in August

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Bathe in the shallow waters of one of the most beautiful beaches on earth in Madagascar, or head down to South America just in time for Argentina's peak ski season, with our round-up of the best travel...Read more


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Top 5: Destinations fit for spies

With spy stories still dominating the news, discover the coolest spy destinations in the world, from an underwater hotel in Sweden to a former CIA training camp in Arizona. ...

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Re-discover Sri Lanka

With peace newly restored to beautiful Sri Lanka, this tear-shaped land of exotic beaches, vibrant culture and prowling wildlife is ready to be discovered once more. Daniel Neilson explores.
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Wyoming

In the heart of the Rockies, Wyoming is known as the ‘Cowboy State‘ and was the home of ‘Buffalo Bill‘ Cody. It is the ninth-largest state in the USA and has...

, Indonésie

Lombok is currently being much touted as the ‘New Bali' and it does have a lot in common with its next door neighbour. Holidaymakers are attracted by the sweeping tropical jungles,...

Alaska

Alaska is the USA's largest state, a sparsely populated land of immense natural beauty, diverse wildlife and breathtaking adventure. Consider its attributes: Alaska has 3 million lakes, over 3,000 rivers, 17 of...

, Portugal

The purpose built resort of Vilamoura was designed back in the 1960s with the needs of holidaymakers firmly in mind. Today Vilamoura stretches out over 20 sq km (8 square miles)...

, Ecosse

You don't have to venture as far as the Hebrides or the northwest coast to find a beautiful Scottish beach. The coast east of Edinburgh is lined with inspiring bays, walking trails,...

République Tchèque

A historic jewel at the heart of Europe, the Czech Republic packs a sizeable punch for a small country; from its fairytale castles and medieval towns, to elegant spa resorts and...

Laos

This land-locked mountainous country is gaining a reputation as an ecotourist destination. Its many rivers criss-crossing the country and unspoilt national parks are ideal for activities such as trekking, kayaking and...

Finlande

Finland is the big surprise of the Nordic countries, a natural wonderland with more trees than people and more islands than any other nation in the world. With endless miles of...

Nicaragua

Nicaragua is a nature lover's paradise of deserted beaches, pristine rainforests, freshwater lakes and rumbling volcanoes. Once viewed as a ‘no go' holiday destination, Nicaragua has overcome civil unrest, dictatorship and...

, Cuba

Located in the province of Matanzas, Varadero is the most famous beach resort in Cuba, and one of the largest resorts in the Caribbean. Also known as ‘Blue Beach' because of...


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