Camping
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From cosy cabins and yurts to campervans and huts with character and mod-cons, winter camping can be cool, rather than just chilly, in these beautiful UK settings
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'We were planning to overnight at one of the campgrounds in Mount Rainier national park in Washington state, and spent the night at Snow Lake …'
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A new company is offering a range of magical mystery tours in undisclosed wild places. You have nothing to lose but your urban hang-ups …
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There are lots of great ways to see the Rockies – skiing, trekking, a road trip – but for Aaron Millar a storm-tossed hike, abseiling in darkness and (not) sleeping halfway up a cliff proved to be the best
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Emma Halliday, who won the UK category, gets back to nature on a stylish caravan holiday in Herefordshire
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We hope you’ve returned to work feeling relaxed and revitalised. But if your holiday went a bit wrong, share your pain here
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Country Diary: Lake District: Campers are surprised to learn that the same building with its lime-washed walls and sunny disposition sees no sun from October’s start
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Heading out into the wilderness helps wild camping fan Adrian Kowal leave his everyday stresses behind, rouse his senses and ponder the bigger questions
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You may have to camp or self-cater, but all of these Scottish castles offer a chance to stay in splendid surrounds at (relatively) affordable prices, says Lucy Gillmore
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Scandinavian style doesn't come cheap but not all of these cool hotels will break the bank
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Find an east-facing hill, cook some bacon and eggs or your favourite breakfast, and raise a glass as the sun comes up
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Attention, camping refuseniks – you can have all the fun of without any of the hassle (and without even putting up the tent)
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Brighten up your outdoor life this summer with decorative fabric that will make your tent the envy of fellow campers
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A midnight dip can feel illicit and daring in the sea, a lake or a river, and you'll have the water to yourself
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Camping needn't mean sausages at every meal – try these recipes from chef April Bloomfield of The Spotted Pig, New York
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Nothing completes a camping experience like lighting a fire – to cook on or just gather around under the stars
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Patrick Barkham: Exploring a Norfolk river while your camping gear is dropped off ahead is a perfect blend of adventure and convenience
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Cycle the beautiful South Downs by day, reward yourself with wine tastings by night, and head tipsily for your vineyard campsite
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Oslo is one of the most expensive cities in the world, so how do you do it on the cheap? Easy, stay for free on an idyllic island and make daily forays into the capital
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You have to leave your car – and the real world – behind to explore Sweden’s beautiful rugged coast that runs north of Gothenburg
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Sian Cain: Glen Etive residents set-up Facebook page to show photos of damage done by campers to National Trust of Scotland site
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Enter our competition to win a canvas bell tent and camping starter pack, worth £680 from gardenglamping.com
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Left it too late to book a spot in a US national park? Readers share their tips for campsites just outside the park boundaries
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Make the most of the Alps in summer with our pick of accommodation in Italy, France, Switzerland and Austria for hiking, cycling, family activities or just glorious Alpine views
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Opportunists in Yorkshire miss out as established businesses charging normal rates make most of cycle race
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The world's best beach hotels and accommodation on a budget Top 10 budget beach hotels, villas and campsites in Croatia
Finding a prime spot on Croatia's coast in summer on a budget is no mean feat. Our picks range from a seafront villa on sandy car-free Lopud island to a bargain find in hip Hvar
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In peak season it can be difficult to find a camping site inside the US's spectacular national parks. Do you know a good site close by? Share a tip and you could win a £200 hotel voucher
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From the one-tent Dolly Parton appreciation society to a honeymooning couple just back from Vegas, we scour the site to ask what's the first item people would save
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Improvements in tent technology mean there's an option to suit all types of camper, while camping equipment that makes use of design innovation can make for a practical and stylish break
• UK's best new campsites, glampsites and pop-up events
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Camping holidays in the UK are more exciting and comfortable than ever. Josh Sutton picks the best new camping spots
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Overweight and newly single, Jonathan Thompson pins his hopes on a different kind of drinking holiday
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Modern tents are compact, lightweight and easy to erect, yet they are almost impossible to fold up and squeeze back into their bags, writes Karen Luckhurst
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The Book Doctor goes all Bear Grylls and hunts down books that revel in the joys of nights under canvas
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Leeds Castle and Secret Escapes agreed that I could change my booking dates ... but I need my money back before paying again
Despair, futility, and several varieties of animal waste: anyone for camping?