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Meet Madurai-based V Seshakumar, who has travelled to 60 countries, welcoming his 70s with a 50-day international trip
The last time the mountain ranges encircling Kashmir were meticulously mapped on foot was between 1822-23 by William Moorcroft, a
World on wheels @ Embarq Sujal Patwardhan and Medha Joseph went on a self-drive expedition from India to Morocco a
In Vinland Saga, they speak of a faraway place, “a warm and fertile land, untouched by slave-raiders nor the flame
Mohammad Akram weaves his autorickshaw through peak evening traffic in Colombo. It is almost 6.30pm and he promises a quick
Megha Desai, 36, a senior art director at a Mumbai-based branding studio, found her perfect monsoon escape not in a
Elephants Ekalavya and Bheema in a playful mood on the premises of Aranya Bhavan in Mysuru. | Photo Credit: M.A.
You can tell a lot about a place by how it behaves in the rain. North Goa, with its sunny
Megha Desai, 36, a senior art director at a Mumbai-based branding studio, found her perfect monsoon escape not in a
The sweet smell of marigolds mixed with the still humidity of a Tamil Nadu afternoon linger in the air. We
A view of the paddy fields at Midori | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Charanya Ramesh and Anil Jose are an
When Arrowhead, one of Ranthambore National Park’s favourite tigers, died of cancer, the Internet exploded with tributes. However, wildlife biologist
It was a viral video of a group of cheetahs taking down a wildebeest that triggered Big Cat People, Jonathan
When you step out of Incheon airport in Seoul, you expect to drive into the city and be catapulted into
Detail of passenger’s hand holding Indian passport on the airplane | Photo Credit: Getty Images India has climbed eight places
Thirty kilometres across the Palk Strait from Rameswaram temple lies Kathadi North, a boutique hotel offering a unique blend of
The privilege of lounging on Monday afternoons is reserved for loafers and lovers. You do not have to take my
Valley of flowers in Uttarakhand. | Photo Credit: Getty Images This monsoon, seasoned travellers from Bengal, especially those who love
On a recent trip to London, with a few days to explore the British countryside, we choose Bath, for several
Last month, residents across southern Europe, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Portugal, protested against “overtourism”. They held placards that read
A view of Armakonda peak. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Each monsoon, the dusty calm of the Eastern Ghats near
Mahindra XUV 3XO | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Mahindra has reinforced its presence in the competitive C-segment SUV space with
There’s something undeniably magnetic about a BMW. There is a sense of precision, performance, and purpose that comes alive. ()In
India has seen luxury sedans and SUVs evolve over the years, but with the MG M9, the game shifts entirely.
Whenever I travel, I make my way to a colourful local museum that is free and interesting: the supermarket. Window
I have suitably skipped dinner the pervious night in preparation for my Dindigul trip. A crucial tip to those who
The Lotus Palace, Chettinad | Photo Credit: Special arrangement The Lotus Palace Chettinad, by the Park Hotels, is a heritage
Image of Indian passport for representation purpose only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images The United Arab Emirates government has started
I stop midway through a surprisingly great breakfast mid-air and try to make sense of what I am hearing over
North Sumatra, a province close to the Equator, enjoys a tropical climate. Sudden, unannounced showers keep the temperatures relatively low
A traditional thali at Talamali Cafe, nestled in Koraput’s hills, which offers local flavors of food. | Photo Credit: KR
Ramen is not pretty. With all the elements converging inside a big bowl, it calls for a fair bit of
The highway from Visakhapatnam leaves behind the coast and cuts inward, winding into hills, moving past roadside tea stalls and
The cottage by the lagoon at The Isle by Wonderla | Photo Credit: Anagha Maareesha An hour’s drive from Bengaluru,
This Pride month we talk to tour groups that curate travels and experiences for the LGBTQ+ community
The property is surrounded by lush greenery | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The picturesque Western Ghats bathed in pastel pink
Teklehaimanot G. Yohannes, managing director International Services Ethiopian Airlines Group, pose for a photograph after the announcement of the addition
A view of the Katiki Waterfalls, originating from the Gosthani River and cascading through the lush hill forests near Araku
A view of the clock tower at Lal Chowk in Srinagar. | Photo Credit: SAJJAD HUSSAIN Clock towers gained prominence
Luxe Chateau glass glamp at Luxeglamp | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement It’s 6am and I awake to the sound of birds heralding
Representational image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Travellers visiting Puducherry, a former French outpost, for its scenic beaches and heritage
At Baripada, a small town in Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, we take a sharp turn and find ourselves in front
Not every road trip is about chasing thrill. Some are about finding a pause — a chance to disconnect from
Outside Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, spring’s exuberance is fast fading. Dust devils dance like dervishes across a golden
A forgotten palace, with peeling walls and cobwebbed ceilings, once stood at the far end of a quaint village in
In the heart of Kathmandu’s Durbar Marg — dotted with luxury shops, upscale restaurants and hotels — stands The Old
Chef Shah at Tiga, The Leela Hyderabad | Photo Credit: Prabalika M Borah #Frames of India Shot on OnePlus At
My journey begins with a fried peanut butter-banana sandwich and ‘Burning Love’. The sandwich, served beside golden sweet potato pancakes
Hyderabad teenager Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti has become the youngest Indian and the second youngest person in the world to complete
As you enter the arched gate of the Kambalakonda Eco-Tourism Park, a soothing symphony of cicadas and birds replaces the
A salad spread at Trident Hyderabad | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement As Hyderabad, Telangana, plays host to the Miss World
There are road trips you take to escape, and then there are road trips that remind you why the journey
Children going around the exhibits of Mini World at Viswanadh Sports Club at Port Stadium in Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit:
Earlier, Indians travelled abroad and bought back alcohol from duty free shops at the airport. Now, they are travelling to
Earlier, Indians travelled abroad and bought back alcohol from duty free shops at the airport. Now, they are travelling to
The coastal village of Baruva in Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam district is waking up to a tide of transformation. Once known
| Photo Credit: bigtunaonline Cornwall (Doc Martin), Dubrovnik (Game of Thrones), Husavik (Eurovision: Song of fire and ice)… a clutch
Crispy hot dosas on your plate are always a delight. Pair it with a breath taking view of the sunrise
Seventy two year-old Sushama Davar spends half her time in India and the rest in the US. When she arrived
Stepping inside Jaatra, the specialty restaurant of the newly-inaugurated Taj Puri Resort and Spa, feels like being transported into a
An aircraft in the living room? Fans of aviation would argue that there is something satisfying about drinking their coffee
Part of the team on their way to the summit | Photo Credit: Prabalika M Borah Six climbers from Assam
Representational image of a mountaineer during an ice climbing session at Everest base camp in Nepal | Photo Credit: Reuters
The Science Quiz: Don’t go to these places for summer break 1 / 6 | Visual: The red dot here
Shikara owners at Dal Lake in Srinagar protest against the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, southern Kashmir. | Photo Credit:
Deputy Commissioner Nitish K. visited the fort in Raichur to assess the steps needed for conservation and improvement of basic
Omakase, the archetypal antithesis of the French-style à la carte menu, is taking India’s food and beverage industry by storm.
As we settle down comfortably on the sun deck of our luxury catamaran, the MV Brahmani, we hear the shouts
Once a soaring sentinel over the seas, the UH-3H helicopter is ready for its next mission. Not in the skies
The enthusiastic campaign to keep Veeraswamys on London’s Regent Street open demonstrates Britain’s well-documented passion for Mulligatawny Soup, chicken tikka
Shikara owners at Dal Lake in Srinagar protest against the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, southern Kashmir. | Photo Credit:
The enthusiastic campaign to keep Veeraswamys on London’s Regent Street open demonstrates Britain’s well-documented passion for Mulligatawny Soup, chicken tikka
I first see Kilimanjaro from the flight into Tanzania — a stunning sight as it looms above the clouds encircling
Jaisalmer is arid and parched. Desert brush dot the sands that seem to stretch endlessly. In the city, the barrenness
Visiting Abu Dhabi for the first time, I was swept away by a feeling of camaraderie that went beyond borders.
Ladakh is a land of vast, untamed beauty where tourism can play a transformative role in regenerating local communities, preserving
Dandeli is popular for its natural beauty and adventure activities, including white water rafting. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Dandeli
Bharadwaj Dayala, who is on a road trip across the world covering 195 countries for a 12-year-project to document stories
Abu Dhabi is making strides in the realm of autonomous mobility with TXAI, the region’s first Level 4 autonomous vehicle
A wide gate opens into a four-acre forest farm, where flaming orange blooms of a palash tree greet guests at the entrance.
I started my label Bodice in 2011 as a young designer but I have always been conscious about the depletion
On-call hypnotherapists. AI-assisted beds. Smart goggles that use heat, massage and vibration to lower the heart rate. Bedtime tea blends.
You know how you sometimes hear of a place, and even before you have been there, you are already in
The coastal town of Puri in Odisha is much more than just a beach destination. Steeped in history, spirituality, and
The colourful permanent lighting of the Vidhana Soudha was inaugurated recently. | Photo Credit: K. MURALI KUMAR From next month,
After December, the summer is the time when air travel peaks. People frantically check flight fares, driving hours, and put
As the sky turns from bubble-gum pink to mauve and deep-velvety purple, tall coconut palms lean over the sea to
Pesach vacations different from other holiday trips Pesach vacations are unlike any other holiday trips because they combine the joy
Eating in Bangkok should be easy, after all there is so much to choose from — boat noodles, pad Thai,
“Who would have thought that I would go on solo trips at this age? I feel 16, not 60,” a
Bioluminescence or sea sparkle, locally called ‘Kavaru’, at Chellanam | Photo Credit: THULASI KAKKAT It is that time of the
Anil Kumar Kannangal during his trek to Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement When
As summer intensifies and the holiday season approaches, travel firms are seeing a significant surge in demand from the fast-growing
Nijas Thamarasserry and the students at Mawlangkhar Secondary School in Meghalaya taking a vow against drug use | Photo Credit:
Health and overall wellness are interconnected. From the food we eat to digital dependence, everything impacts our life expectancy and
With its classical architecture, magnificent Buddhist pilgrimage sites, and pulsating night markets, the island town of Phuket on the Southwestern
Visitors taking a boat ride after the launch of the service at Sanna Kere in Lumbini Garden of Yadgir on
Turkey tours Hot air balloon rides in Cappadocia are one of the most sought-after experiences in Turkey, attracting travelers from
Athar Jamath Mosque | Photo Credit: K Ananthan As Coimbatore prepares for Eid al-Fitr, a heritage walk invites residents to
Chennai’s skies and waters are in a never-ending tussle on who wears the colour blue best. But at the Chennai
Home to some of the best winemakers and vineyards in the country such as Sula, Chandon and York, Nashik is
A large number of tourists from Telangana have been making a beeline to the ‘Heart of India’ — Madhya Pradesh
It is a busy weekday afternoon at Meitei Chakluk Manipuri Rice Hotel. Bidya Devi is preparing thalis. Bowls of ooti (mashed pea curry), eromba (a
I grew up in Guwahati in the 1990s, a time when Assam rarely made it to national conversations, let alone
For a weekend getaway, Sri Lanka presents a diverse array of experiences, including stunning beaches, lush forests, tea estates, cultural
Purnima Devi Barman, a wildlife biologist from Assam, is the unexpected commander of a large, and powerful army. Globally, she
Chikkamagaluru police visited homestays and resorts in the district to check if the owners took enough measures for the safety
The facial recognition technology used by DigiYatra enables seamless passage at various checkpoints. | Photo Credit: B. Velankanni Raj Adani
Sri Guru Dattatreya Bababudan Swamy Dargah near Chikkamagaluru. The restrictions on tourists will apply on March 15-17, 2025. | Photo
Police personnel conduct an investigation after two women, including a foreign national, were allegedly raped in Hampi on March 6,
Closely packed houses, narrow streets peppered with chabutaras (bird feeders), hole-in-the-wall shops selling jeeru masala soda… amidst this part of
According to Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, commuting in Mangaluru at night is difficult because most of the bus operators shut
A black rotary dial phone sits by my bedside. I pick up the receiver — hit the pudgy number keys
Cycling tours have long enjoyed cult status amongst adventurous travellers across the globe. That is until the pandemic simultaneously hit
It was not always a food hub. Race Course Road, one of Coimbatore’s most prominent stretches, has had many lives.
The maiden flight from Kempegowda International Airport will depart at 1000 IST and arrive at Zayed International Airport in Abu
Anvitha Padamati | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement “I value the journey as much as the summit. People assume mountaineering is
“I have never seen so many people in my city,” beams Ravikrishna Tiwari. Ravikrishna runs Tiwari and Bros, a travel
“Vel vel Muruganukku” and “Arohara!” are uttered by eight men in cycling gear as they ride and push their bikes
The winding highway to Rishikesh’s Neelkanth Temple Road leads to Camp Brook, a luxury camping stay with cottages and tents,
At Yas Island, ride in a Ferrari, click selfies with flamingos, freefall into a gravity defying tunnel, feed a cute
The stunning pool at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Amidst the soft chirping of birds
Walking down the streets of George Town, Penang’s capital city, is bound to take you back in time. With the
A scenes from the ongoing Brahmaputra Carnival in Guwahati | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement One of India’s longest carnivals has
It’s 6am. And Karan Bhangay is frantically trying to source Tom Ford shoes for a client. The client has an
Blue Mountains Tours suitable for families with kids A Blue Mountains Tour is an ideal adventure for families, offering a
The Surya Kiran team showing some love during Aero India. | Photo Credit: K. BHAGYA PRAKASH With Valentine’s Day falling
People enjoying at the newly-opened Snow Station’, a snow-themed amusement park at Viswanadha Sports Club (VSC), at Port Stadium, Akkayyapalem
Movies, books, and songs over the years have led us to believe in the idea of a holiday romance. New
Muhammed Dilshad in Mozambique | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Before his first trip to Kashmir on a Royal Enfield bike
The air-conditioned ferries are said to be the first of their kind in Asia under a single command and control
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People taking a ride on the tethered hot air balloon in Araku | Photo Credit: KR Deepak The verdant valleys
Tea plantations | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement A mighty gaur amidst lush green tea gardens and misty hills in the
One of the tea estates that will be part of Chai@Vagamon | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT With her new project
For Kashmir native Krishan Anand, Gulmarg is more than just a picturesque ski destination — it is a repository of
As the plane touches down at Tribhuvan International Airport, the majestic sight of the Himalayas greets passengers with their snow-capped
There are two things that make visiting a new destination truly authentic. The first is researching the place to immerse
As the narrow, winding ghat road meanders through the green hills of the Eastern Ghats, a journey to Lambasingi feels
Flying from Singapore to Kertajati is an experience: from the aircraft’s window, one can see the Indonesian sea dotted with
In the landscape of Shillong’s picturesque, cherry blossom-lined Ward’s Lake, conversations on literature flowed, spilled and beguiled literary enthusiasts for
Children celebrating the Sankranthi samburallu in Karimnagar town on Friday. | Photo Credit: UPPU DAMODAR During the festival of kites
Pilgrims at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, venue of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 | Photo Credit: Sandeep Saxena Be ready to
M&N Chocolate Festival | Photo Credit: Sathyamoorthy M Ooty’s annual chocolate festival is back, and this year, the organisers promise,
The longest electric go-karting circuit in all of Maldives was inaugurated in Kandima Maldives in November, 2024 The longest electric go-karting
People celebrating the end of the year at sunset in a local bar on the beach. File. | Photo Credit:
Winter is the perfect time to hit the road and explore the diverse landscapes of India. Whether you crave snow-capped
When it comes to conservation messaging, two distinct approaches often emerge. The first is a celebration — showcasing the planet’s
It is a calm day for a boat ride, the breeze is a gentle caress. Conditions are ideal on the
The rain tree on Veli Ground in Fort Kochi decorated with Santa Claus figurines and babubles | Photo Credit: VIBHU
Christmas nostalgia in Kolkata transports me to the time when grandmothers baked cakes at home in large gas ovens. For
There is more to Goa than night-long beach parties, adrenaline-filled sports activities, and coconut-tree-lined winding roads. To truly capture its
Christmas nostalgia in Kolkata transports me to the time when grandmothers baked cakes at home in large gas ovens. For
According to the Google Year in Search 2024 report, ten travel destinations sparked curiosity among travelers in India. This list
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The setting sun across the looming black rock formations casts a long, unhurried glow, before merging into the depths of
People walking through coffee plantations on the new wooden bridge developed by AP Forest Development Corporation close to Galikonda viewpoint,
In 2024, Indian travellers showed no signs of slowing down, with rising costs and uncertainties failing to dampen their enthusiasm.
In the landscape of Shillong’s picturesque, cherry blossom-lined Ward’s Lake, conversations on literature flowed, spilled and beguiled literary enthusiasts for
At Khweng Village | Photo Credit: Special Arrangements Travel is all about experiences. Some travel to see places, some to
A pelican in flight at Telineelapuram village in Srikakulam district, 150 km away from Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit: KR Deepak
On a crisp November morning, the Dal Lake glimmers with a liquid mercury under the muted winter sun. Spade-shaped paddles
As winter paints Coimbatore’s skies with a softer light, the city’s wetlands stir with the promise of arrivals from distant
Whitewashed monasteries, pine forests and glacial rivers, Bhutan is the last Shangri La. A small country of 8 lakh people,
The all-familiar vendor’s cries of ‘chaai’ and ‘samosa’ are missing on this train. Instead, words like ‘startup’, ‘business plan’ and
Just over 500 metres away from Ezhimala railway station at Kunhimangalam, Kannur, hidden from the rush of the city, nestled
The Sahasradala Padma, a 1,000 petal lotus pattern at The Lotus Palace Chettinad | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Wherever you
Every year, right after Diwali, Delhi-NCR resembles a smoke chamber. A thick layer of smog engulfs the city, skyrocketing the
MakeMyTrip announced its compliance with GDPR [File] | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The online travel booking platform MakeMyTrip said it
Treatment room at the retreat | Photo Credit: Alex Teuscher After finishing a small portion of mixed fruit puree in
Asha Menon was nearing burnout. The 35-year-old marketing executive from Mumbai had spent years juggling a hectic work schedule with
In the landscape of Shillong’s picturesque, cherry blossom-lined Ward’s Lake, conversations on literature flowed, spilled and beguiled literary enthusiasts for
A hyperkinetic city with sprawling highways, towering glass clad buildings vying to compete with the Burj Khalifa, a torus shaped
“How much longer?” asked Taran, huffing and puffing uphill. “See, it says only 10 minutes left,” smiled Amma. There had
Sara Ali Khan | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Sara Ali Khan could be your wellness instructor. And no, we are
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, bombs and guns across the world
A view of the misty hills at 16 Degrees | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Have you heard of apple plums
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 05: Akon visits SiriusXM Studios on November 05, 2024 in New York City. Michael
I took my first mother-daughter vacation in 2014 to Edinburgh, a year after my father passed away. In the years
The view from Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort and Spa at Silhouette Island On his lazy morning stroll, Jonathan hears the
There is a saying among the safari guides of Rajasthan’s Ranthambhore National Park that if you spot a mongoose in
Cosmos blossoms at the Ramva Village in Ukhrul, Manipur | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Sunsets are hazy and fog blankets
Ahmedabad, steeped in a rich tapestry of mosques, tombs, and forts will captivate you at every turn, compelling you to
Ten Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) bus services operating at 10-minute intervals in a closed loop along a well-planned route
Participants at the Andhra Pradesh State Sea Kayaking and Standup Paddling Championship held in Rushikonda in Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL
Imagine dropping tigers off your itinerary when in Jim Corbett and opting for a 35 km drive up to Bhaunkhal,
Le Corbusier and Chandigarh, B.V. Doshi and Ahmedabad, Frank Lloyd Wright and American cities, Tadao Ando and his tryst with
Anand in Namibia on day two of the International GS Trophy 2024 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement For Anand, it
Anand in Namibia on day two of the International GS Trophy 2024 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement For Anand, it
In recent times, two major disasters happened at two popular tourist spots in India – at Joshimath in Uttarakhand and
A woman dressed in traditional Thai costume offers alms to a Buddhist monk during the Songkran celebrations, to commemorate the
These destinations serve as silent witnesses to history’s darkest moments. If travelling back in time were possible, dark tourism would
“You might think that this is a bit much but the first time I lay down and looked at a
Examine a flight path map and you’ll notice an eerie absence: a hollow expanse where planes dare not venture. This
Few years ago, Captain Vinod flew to Punjab for an unusual assignment — he was ferrying a couple from their
The expansive marble-paved courtyard of Jama Masjid. Built during Ahmed Shah’s reign in the 15th century, it is one of
In 2024, the global wellness market touched $1.8 trillion, boosted, according to McKinsey’s ‘Future of Wellness’ report, by trends such
At the picturesque seaside city of Pohang in South Korea, there is a red lighthouse that looks all too familiar.