Doc Holiday responds: Walking unhindered by your luggage is the perfect holiday option for many ramblers. Take your time and stop along the way, knowing that your bags will be waiting for you when you arrive at your next hotel.

Fortunately, many companies offer packages that include this service. For example, Belle France (0870 405 4056, www.bellefrance.co.uk), has a wide range of walks in France, divided into 'easy', 'easy/moderate', 'moderate', and 'hard'. Its three night 'Loire Taster' starts from £529pp, and includes nights in Montrichard and Chenonceaux, and train travel from the UK. It is an 'easy' walk of just 4-6 miles a day over gentle terrain. Alternatively, you can opt for a 'hard' walk like the seven day 'Breathtaking Brittany', from £829pp, including nights in Pont l'Abbé, Saint Guénolé, Lababan, Audierne, and Baie des Trépassés. Day stages are up to 16 miles. Both of the above include luggage transport.

Other companies that feature walking holidays in Europe and Worldwide include; Headwater Holidays (08700 662650, www.headwater.com), Inntravel (01653 617906, www.inntravel.co.uk), Walks Worldwide (01524 242000, www.walksworldwide.com), and Bents (01568 780800, www.bentstours.com)

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