Travel

Whether running screaming from rabid monkeys or blissing out in a jungle yoga session, it seems coming to Ubud, Bali without any (Elizabeth Gilbert-inspired) preconceived notions about what to expect is the best way to get the most out this Indonesian oasis

Get ready to meet this country's most famous ghosts: a night watchman with jingly keys, a lonely little girl with a balloon, and a stranger who calls your name without ever having met you.

I'm spending a little time dwelling on my loveliest moments of 2011, so the whole thing doesn't just pass by in a messy blur. In part one, I talked about the wonderful rustic farm I visited with my family in the south of France. And for the remaining installments, I'm looking back at my other favourite travel moments of the year. This time, it's schvitzing in Istanbul.

Are individual travel plans a sign of marriage trouble? Not necessarily – it all depends on the couple

From polar bear sightings to snorkelling, Canada has your nature-loving needs covered.