Isle of wonder

Where to head for sunshine right now, or to book for a dose of winter heat

For that home-from-home feel, there’s nothing quite like a villa holiday, where you can settle into local life, enjoy cooking local produce and relax around your own private swimming pool. Plus, resea

If you want to escape for a long weekend of luxury, right on the beach and within walking distance of shops and restaurants, Marbella in southern Spain is ideal. And if you thought it was all about TO

Jeremy Ellwood discovers that Penha Longa’s 14th-century monastic heritage really does create a sanctuary-like feel amid five-star luxury

Sara Ella-Ozbek finds that small changes reap big rewards following a restorative health retreat in a calming Moroccan waterfront sanctuary

More women than ever are deciding to choose their own adventures and enjoy the freedom of travelling alone. Three writers explain why it’s their favourite way to escape