mountains (39 community guides)

All at sea on the west coast of Scotland...what a wonderful place to be. The short break teeming with wildlife, walking, great food, equally great company and the best bit of all - relaxation... read more »

Often hailed as the world’s best one-day walk, the Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand goes through positively Martian scenery, with active volcanic vents and multi-coloured lakes en route... read more »

Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda, playground of the rich and famous, is known as a place to splash the cash - but it's also possible to visit without a billionaire's budget... read more »

Follow in Daniel Craig's footsteps at the opera in Bregenz. The scenery and the drama onstage will overwhelm any cinematic experience and the beauty of Lake Constance's towns will enchant you... read more »

Whether you're looking for a bit of culture with your sun and sand, a base for family days out or just fancy sampling some Spanish food, Nerja's the place to go... read more »

Follow the culture trail in Arkansas’s tiny city of Eureka Springs. You’re sure in for a surprise... read more »

The Czech Republic might not be the obvious first choice when it comes to a cycling holiday, but the countryside round Prague is beautiful, friendly and full of well-marked trails... read more »

The Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee are part of my DNA and, despite the glamour, I'm a country girl at heart. Journey with me and explore the best of what to see and do in east Tennessee... read more »

It's worth taking time to explore the back roads through the French Alps, one of the most beautiful and dramatic regions in the whole of Europe... read more »

Calvi’s citadel gives you a soaring view of the sea and more than a glimpse of the rugged mountainous interior that helps to define the real character of Corsica... read more »

In the romantic Kingdom of Bhutan, you'll find spas, gourmet cuisine and smiling faces as well as yaks, monasteries and mountains ... read more »

From brave little trains tunnelling through the mountains of Norway to luxurious vintage carriages trundling east to Istanbul, Europe is criss-crossed with romantic railway rides... read more »

My guide to the Caribbean spice island of Grenada: the best places to eat, drink, stay, shop and sail. Or just relax on a hammock and drink in the views... read more »

With its many ancient monasteries, riverside restaurants and mountain views, the World Heritage city of Luang Prabang is gaining a reputation as a centre for languid luxury... read more »

If ski resort runs are proving crowded, why not think about really sloping off this season and heading for the Vallee Blanche in France, Europe's longest ski run?... read more »

Zurich may have an image of staunch conservatism but there are fun and games to be found on every street during a weekend break ... read more »

Chiang Mai is Thailand's crowning glory. Encircled by dense forest, mystic mountain temples and ancient hill tribes, this ancient and spiritual northern city is not to be missed... read more »

When it comes to mountain biking, the tracks and trails that run through Wales are more than a match for the best... read more »

While many people only see Majorca for its sun, sea and crowds, this Balearic island does have its stylish side. Fall in love with the hidden gem that is Deia... read more »

Norway’s national parks form arguably the world’s best and most reliable skiing area, where cross-country skiers can go cabin-hopping in comfort and style... read more »