After a truly miserable winter, the spring escape is looking ever more enticing. From Egyptian beaches to Swedish skiing and Jordan teen treks, DAVID WICKERS has options for all

WHILE the UK shivers, Miami sizzles.

First-time cruiser KATHRYN SPENCER is wowed by her island-hopping adventure in a tropical paradise

Relax, unwind and enjoy getting in touch with the glory of nature on Florida’s Southern Gulf Coast, says RUTH BRINDLE

Jamaica proves the ideal getaway for singer and Strictly Come Dancing judge ALESHA DIXON, who enjoys a restorative break on the notoriously laid-back Caribbean isle

Escape the rain in favour of an arid adventure. JAMES WEBB offers a guide to the best

From untouched beaches to little-known dancing hotspots, LYDIA BELL offers an insider's guide to the capital of Cuba, Havana

With the country music film Crazy Heart opening here this weekend and the hot money on its star Jeff Bridges winning an Oscar for his role as a washed-up singer, JONATHAN FUTRELL polishes his...

Celebrity chef RICK STEIN's latest culinary adventure saw him exploring some of Asia's most exciting destinations. Here, he gives us a flavour of the region's exotic sites and tastes

CHARLE WALKER takes us through 2010's top ski destinations