The Algarve is one of the most enduringly popular regions in Portugal, so you won't be disappointed if you book luxury holiday villas here. While you may be happy to simply relax in your accommodation, there are a few excursions you should go on.
The rolling Italian countryside is the setting for an activity-filled yoga break. Borgo Egnazia, in Puglia, is a relaxing retreat offering health and fitness facilities and expert tuition to help you shape up, stress less and prepare for summer.
Whether you've been lucky enough to get tickets for the London Olympics and Paralympics or you are simply keen to visit the capital and get involved in all the action, you'll find there is a lot to consider when it comes to booking accommodation.
For a getaway that puts you in the ideal position to try a wealth of fantastic activities, you may be inclined to book holiday cottages in Lancashire. In doing so, you will not only be able to take part in a wide range of wonderful pursuits, but also stay in high-quality accommodation.
If you're fond of practising your swing and want to work this into your next getaway, why not consider booking golf holidays to Spain? The country is renowned for its sun, sea and sand, but also offers opportunities for world-class golfing.
If you're planning a break in the Scottish Highlands, you're sure to want to visit beautiful Fort Augustus during your getaway. To experience the region at its most rugged and breathtaking, consider booking a boat holiday, which will afford you peace and tranquillity in stunning settings.
If you are keen to pull on your cycle clothing and enjoy an adrenalin-pumping mountain biking break in England, you won't be short of places to visit. All across the country you will find red and black-grade trails that are sure to prove an exciting challenge for your skills.
Booking Jersey holidays is ideal if you're an activity lover who is a fan of the great outdoors. If you like nothing more than exploring your surroundings by bike, this destination is especially perfect as, because it measures just 9 miles by 5, you can easily cycle round it.
If getting under the skin of any destination you visit is one of your priorities when planning a trip away, why not consider becoming a volunteer abroad to make the most of your travels? Kenya is just one of the countries that could benefit from your skills.
If you're keen to combine staying in UK holiday cottages with some enthralling fishing, why not visit Cumbria? Experienced anglers and beginners alike will find the north-west English county is a fantastic place to take part in the sport, not least of all because they will be able to fish in tranquil, peaceful surroundings.
Spain would be the perfect choice of destination for anyone keen to be as active as possible while on holiday - and if golf is a particular passion of yours, you should look no further than this part of Europe.
If you are hoping to go on a break where you'll get the chance to try a range of exciting sports and pursuits, there is nowhere quite like the French Alps. No matter what time of year you visit, you can be sure there will be plenty of activities to keep you busy!
If you're keen to go on a UK or European fishing holiday, you might want to consider the benefits of going to either Scotland, the Norfolk Broads or France - all of which have great opportunities to catch a few fish, as well as many other activities.
One thing's for sure - the Jersey tourism industry really comes alive in the winter, when you will find there is so much to see and do. From strolling along a beautiful frost-bitten beach to visiting a luxurious spa, this is the perfect season for you to discover the island.
If you see yourself as quite a sporty person, you are sure to want to continue your passion for active pursuits while on a gap year. There are plenty of ways for you to do this and you could even pass on your skills to youngsters or learn the ropes of new activities yourself!
Have you ever sung Disney songs through a snorkel into the depths of the Ocean, whilst the wild waters of the New Zealand coast crashed against your head? Follow our writer as she goes swimming with wild Dolphins, in Kaikoura, New Zealand...
ActivityAway.co.uk chats with mountain biking guide Nicola Weaver from Dales Bike Centre, a one-stop shop for all things cycling in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
