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Stories and travel articles on active and adventure travel and holidays in the UK, Europe and around the World

Reintroduced beavers are helping restore Scotland’s ecosystems. Stuart Kenny goes in search of nature’s dam busters...

A little-known but remarkably beautiful region of Spain, Asturias is perfect for hikers, with hundreds of signposted...

A hidden gem region of Spain, Asturias is green Spain at its best - an unspoilt paradise for nature lovers, whether on...

Sian Lewis travels to Guernsey for some hiking, wild swimming and exploring of this fantastic active location that's...

Sian Lewis heads to northern Spain, to explore a region utterly unlike any other.

Tenerife’s beach-lounger reputation belies its rugged terrain. Adventurer Sean Conway heads inland in search of hidden...

Anna Richards heads off on a zero-waste adventure, helping to clean up one of Cornwall’s wildest waterways.

Active Traveller’s senior photographer Dan Wildey heads off to explore the Azores, Europe’s remotest archipelago.

Hiking is one of the greatest ways to explore the beautiful mountain landscapes of Switzerland's Valais region - with...

The Valais region of Switzerland is famous for its towering peaks, deep valleys and precipitous drops. Dave...

From epic road cycling routes to challenging off-road trails and cruisy e-bike excursions, cycling in Isère is one of...

Sian Lewis cycles across Japan’s southernmost island, in search of deities and dumplings.

The Isère region of France is home not only to some of the best walks in the French Alps, but to some of the best...

Pete Coombs heads to the Reeks District to take on a set of hiking, cycling and paddling challenges in Ireland’s...

Looking for the ultimate adventure destination? From record snowfall to coral reefs, Japan’s archipelago has it all.