Beyond the sangria and sunburn clichés of the Costa del Sol lies a wilder Andalusia, best explored by gravel bike. Tristan Kennedy rides deep into the area’s less talked about wildlife, history and traditions
One of the riskiest adventure sports on the planet, freediving offers exceptional rewards for those who can master the art. Here, we round up the best spots around the world to ditch the oxygen tank and dive deep with just one breath
Rob Crossan travels to Marseille, angling to uncover the curious fate of bouillabaisse – the once-humble fish stew that’s now being propped up by official charters, priced for tourists, and quietly reinvented by locals rewriting the rules on their own terms
In Jordan’s vast canyons and ancient cities, Nick Savage explores the manner in which Bedouin hospitality endures as a sacred tradition in an ever-changing world
Emerging from decades of conflict, a tsunami and an economic crisis, Christy Spring finds Sri Lanka pulsing with wildlife, inviting travellers to venture beyond the all‑inclusive haze into its untamed wilderness
Embarking on a Mekong River cruise, Christy Spring observes Laos at a crossroads. Ancient rituals converge with burgeoning luxury travel and bold infrastructure projects, signalling a nation on the cusp of a potential tourism boom
Joe Minihane immerses himself in Mother Earth on a trip into the heart of Chile’s Los Lagos region. He discovers a destination that puts nature front and centre while giving equal billing to both luxury and adventure
Molly Codyre heads to Slovenia, which is often overlooked in favour of neighbouring Italy, and discovers its food and drink scene is as good as the country is beautiful, with one chef, Ana Roš, leading the charge
Where jungle waterfalls meet barefoot luxury, Phang Nga offers a quieter slice of Thailand – all hushed temples, hidden beaches and resorts that feel more like private dreamscapes
The summer issue of Escapism dives into one of travel’s fastest-growing sectors: the great outdoors. From gravel biking and surfing in Andalucía to elephant tracking in Sri Lanka, canyon running in Jordan and Riva boating on Lake Como, we explore every edge of the adventure map. Inside, you'll find interviews with industry leaders like Chris Burkard and Loïc Isliker, plus guides to freediving, bikepacking and more.
