Walking holidays
Walking holiday on the Isle of Man (photo: Isle of Man Department of Tourism and Leisure)
Whether undertaking one of Europe's pilgrimage trails or going on a walking holiday in the Scottish highlands, hiking, trekking or rambling is a great way to recharge the batteries and improve your fitness on holiday.
Europe is dotted with hospitable mountain refuges offering hot food and often hot showers, making walking holidays more accessible for all. Try hiking Europe's most challenging long-distance walking trail - the Grand Randonee (GR) 20 - through the diverse and rugged interior of Corsica. Or walk the eight day Ring of Kerry circuit from Killarney on Ireland's Iveragh Peninsula.
If you want to get off the beaten track, New Zealand offers extensive opportunities for walking holidays in remote areas where the country's spectacular scenery can truly be appreciated.