Escape

Mount Mayon and Marinduque Island in the Philippines are two little-known destinations where you can relax and appreciate nature without the crowds

The carbon-neutral Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa offers a lavish and restorative experience that comes all too naturally.

The start of the trek to Tasmania’s Walls of Jerusalem may test your mettle, but access to the Apple Isle’s only true alpine park is more than worth it.

India’s known for being colourful and chaotic, but Lee Atkinson discovers it is possible to chill out in meditation hotspot Pune.

5am starts, chanting, karma yoga and silence days are all part of the teaching methods used to turn yoga students into yoga teachers.

From mettle-testing mountain climbs to Ayurvedic massages, Lord Howe Island offers something to suit all tastes. It may even hold the secret to longevity, according to one visitor.

It is entirely possibly to canoe across Canada, albeit in a rather circuitous manner, according to one adventurer.

Serene backwaters, Ayurveda at every turn, a palpable spice trading and regal heritage.

Panchakarma is a branch of Ayurvedic medicine concerned with cleansing the body of toxins. Read about one woman’s expereince here.

Cycling in Vietnam is a gentle, fun and intimate way to experience the landscape, the people and daily life of a country that encourages a slow approach.

The most memorable spas not only honour the healing wisdoms of their heritage, they draw on their natural surroundings for inspiration. Influences from the East are increasingly seen in the world’s most beautiful spas.

Is a Vipassana detox right for you? One writer shares her cleansing, renewing, life-changing Vipassana detox journey.