Riding high

Robert Elms braves the thigh-burning gradient of London's best-loved hill.

The Ae has it

Stuart Millar drops in, rips down and gets spat out again by one of Scotland's seven wonders of the mountain-biking world.

Joy and pain from end to end

Jane Tomlinson recalls one of her many inspirational long-distance rides.

Paths of enlightenment

If you've walked along the coast, you will know that private areas almost always mean a detour inland. Now the government is considering plans that will open up a corridor around the whole of England. By John Vidal.

The ultimate marathon

The annual Marathon des Sables race covers 151 miles of primedesert over six days.

Ask Tom

Tom Hall of Lonely Planet answers your questions about worldwide travel.

10 family breaks

Youth hostelling | Stables | Camping | Farmhouse | Adventure | Wilderness | Gourmet | Walking | Paris | Lakeside

10 active breaks

Climbing | Fly-fishing | Skiing | Sailing | Golf | Sea kayaking | Walk | Cycling | Horse riding | Surfing

The luxury break

In:spa is offering yoga and fitness retreats to Ksar Massa.

Five best … places to retox

Fall off the wagon | Ditch the diet | Forget the gym, relax | Who needs an early night? | Don't save, splurge