Escapes to embrace autumn

Autumn blues getting you down? Take it as your cue to get away to the sunshine

Lean in to the season of crunching leaves and misty magic

Autumn is the season we crave a getaway. Great food, a good night’s sleep and a leaf-kicking walk ticks all the boxes - take your pick

Autumn is a brilliant time to get outdoors, connect with nature and boost your sense of wellbeing. Tune into meditative forest-bathing, wild swim in the sea and raise your eyes to the mystery of star-studded skies. Or simply walk, reflect and get creative, says Kerry Fowler

As October comes round, it feels like I can breathe again! When the crowds set sail, the Ionian finally returns to its usual calm self. Harbours empty and queues disappear, waiters have time to chat,

Is the thought of long dark nights and bad weather filling you with dread? Remind yourself of the reasons to embrace this season,