The desert town of Coachella, located 42km from Palm Springs International Airport in California, has a history of attracting music to its rugged mountains and valleys, from the indigenous Cahuilla people who, for 3,000 years, have taught their language and culture through traditional bird songs to 20th-century musical legends such as Frank Sinatra and Liberace, who lived in the area.

For a holiday with a difference, stimulate your mind by plunging into the darkness while freediving. There is a wide range of courses available for beginners, writes Matthew Link.

Take one of these daredevil trips to find out whether your relationship will stay the course, writes Matthew Link.

A night behind bars, eating with giraffes or luxury in the Gobi, some hotels stand out more than others, writes Matthew Link.