From hot-air balloons to canoe trips, we pick our favourite safaris to enjoy across the world.

Our pick of the best activities guaranteed to nourish the soul.

How many of these natural wonders are on your travel list? 

Searching for a wildlife-filled spring getaway? Whether you want to admire exotic orchids, listen out for birdsong or spot a blue whale in the wild, Europe has something to offer. James Lowen, author of 52 European Wildlife Weekends, discusses the highlights. 

From UFO towers to churches made of icing, these are our favourite bizarre but beautiful buildings from around the globe. 

From marble caves to fairy chimneys, these are the world's most impressive geological features.

There are many national parks in Europe that remain fairly unknown. Here you can discover 13 of the best. Why miss out on visiting somewhere spectacular? 

We speak to co-founder and Managing Director of tour operator Discover the World, a company that has been pioneering holidays to Iceland for almost 35 years and is now one of the UK’s leading specialists. 

In addition to being Iceland’s captial city, Reykjavík is an ideal base for those who want to explore more of what the country has to offer. 

With its combination of raw nature, ancient culture and overwhelming beauty, Iceland leaves an indelible imprint on those who visit.