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Tenerife: BBC Newsnight's Emily Maitlis signs up for tennis camp

Emily Maitlis

Embracing Ontario's great outdoors for a Scouting adventure

Canoe at Lake Opeongo, Algonquin Provincial Park

David Lewis thought he had left his Scouting days far behind him. But a camping trip to Ontario's Algonquin Park soon had him roasting Marshmallows on an open fire and howling with the wolves.

Tracking the Tropic of Cancer: Simon Reeve on his latest adventures

Simon in the Congo outside a bar that does not allow weapons

In his new BBC series Tropic of Cancer, airing this Sunday, intrepid explorer Simon Reeve heads east from Mexico to some of the world's most fascinating destinations. Along the way he finds himself in the decapitation capital of the world and coming vis-a-vis with a fearsome female wrestler

La Plagne family ski holidays: Rugby star Will Greenwood takes on Les Murs

Will Greenwood limbers up on the slopes under the watchful gaze of the writer, Rob Freeman

The big moment has arrived for Will Greenwood. His first black run on his beginner ski week. All he needs to do is conquer his fear, avoid patches of ice and keep his ankles bent...

Heavenly Himalayas: A walking holiday complete with Gurkhas and griffons

Himalayan Griffon

Can you really go trekking in the world's highest mountain range when you aren't superfit? Wendy Driver finds that yes, you can, as she hits the trail in the Himalayas.

Extreme Alps: My day of heli-skiing within sight of Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn

Heli-skiing, Alps

Tantalising Thailand: How I made a new friend in Tong Jan the elephant

Elephant, Thailand

What did you get for Christmas? Wendy Gomersall received something different. Her own elephant. The only catch? She had to travel to Thailand to meet her...

Romantic breaks for couples: The best destinations for hand-in-hand holidays

Couple on beach

Planning a honeymoon? Or just in the mood for romance? From moonlight strolls in Peru to sunsets in the Himalayas, TravelMail picks out a selection of doe-eyed getaways.

Peru: Condors, canyons and cocktails in 'unseen' Peru

Andean Condor

VIDEO STORY: There is so more to Peru than Machu Picchu. Chris Leadbeater is wowed by Colca Canyon and falls in love with Lima on a tour of the less-seen sights...

South Africa World Cup 2010 guide: How to go and see the three lions roar

African lion roaring

Despite a few captain changes, excitement about the World Cup is building fast. But you need to plan now if you want to see the action in South Africa.

Tanzania: The climb to Mount Kilimanjaro's summit is one of life's great challenges

Mount Kilimajaro
Miles playing guitar

Bath time blues at guitar school for rock band teenagers

28/02/10 20:28

Not one for camps or classes, teenager Miles Ellingham discovered the perfect holiday at guitar school in Bath. A week of scales, chords and riffs later, the next step was the stage.

Paradise: Beach meets rainforest at Cape Tribulation, Queensland

Queensland's rainforest is a far cry from Katie Price and I'm a Celebrity

23/02/10 18:06

Eat a fruit and you could die: Tom Bennett develops an unlikely taste for the dangers and delights of the rainforest in tropical north Queensland, Australia.

Matt and Dan finally get out of bed for some kayaking

Boys will be boys in Greece...and Mum can stop nagging and just chill out

23/02/10 17:33

As a young family Jenny Cowley and her boys found enjoyment at Mark Warner resorts, now with two lazy teenagers on her hands, will the holiday still suit them all...?

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Secret Europe: Rural escapes to Portugal, Norway, Croatia and Sweden

23/02/10 17:06

Whether it is discovering the home of port in Portugal, or heading north to Scandinavia for clean living and secluded hideaways, Europe boasts some great getaways.

A visitor to Southern Pursuits at Tulleys Farm, West Sussex, puts a race buggy through its paces

A Grand Day Out: Southern Pursuits, Tulleys Farm, West Sussex

22/02/10 15:27

A trip to Tulleys Farm combines adrenaline, Top Gear-style silliness, country sports and even a dash of Last Of The Mohicans action, as Laura Powell discovered...

Sara Wheeler's photograph of a family of polar bears, the poster boys of climate change

Arctic cruises: Where you see polar bears to port and icebergs all round

21/02/10 17:34

An Arctic cruise is a puritan affair, says Sara Wheeler, but the raw beauty of the high latitudes is also utterly addictive. Just remember to pack your long johns.

A woman wearing snorkeling equipment lying on a beach

Spring break holiday ideas: From tempting Turkey to scintillating Cyprus

21/02/10 09:45

Treat yourself to a spring break and head off for some sunshine in the coming months. TravelMail rounds up the best deals for all kinds of travellers.

The Kentucky Derby

A Kentucky Derby tour and a taste of bourbon at famous Buffalo Trace

19/02/10 09:33

From horses to whisky and Muhammad Ali, Mark Hughes-Morgan heads to Kentucky to seek out some of that Unbridled Spirit the state is so famous for.

Cathy Wood at the Devon bootcamp

Booted into gear: Fitness at Devon's Royal Marine Ultimate Boot Camp

18/02/10 11:18

Icy swims and more sit-ups than you can shake a stick at. But the healthy meals, quality accommodation and good company have Cathy Wood (almost) enjoying it.

Chris Leadbeater pictured with a paddle board on West Wittering beach

How I learned to surf like Jennifer Aniston (sort of) in sunny Sussex

17/02/10 21:12

Surfing conjures up images of giant waves and Hawaii. Not West Sussex. Undeterred, Chris Leadbeater tries the growing sport of paddle surfing at wonderful West Wittering Beach.

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