Once the domain of students and backpackers, the gap year has grown up. Today’s over-50s are swapping routine for rail ...

In 2018, Scottish cyclist Jenny Graham became the first woman ever to ride around the world solo and unsupported. Braving ...

Gran Paradiso may be Italy’s highest peak, but what about the rest of the country's soaring summits? Here’s a guide to the ...

It's no surprise Switzerland is a prime destination for active travellers – the Alps cover over three-fifths of its land and its wealth of peaks, lakes, mountain passes and UNESCO World Heritage sites ...