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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 British veterinarian working for the […]

World on wheels @ Embarq Sujal Patwardhan and Medha Joseph went on a self-drive expedition from India to Morocco a decade ago. The duo covered […]

In Vinland Saga, they speak of a faraway place, “a warm and fertile land, untouched by slave-raiders nor the flame of war” — where even […]

Mohammad Akram weaves his autorickshaw through peak evening traffic in Colombo. It is almost 6.30pm and he promises a quick tour of the must-see spots. […]

Megha Desai, 36, a senior art director at a Mumbai-based branding studio, found her perfect monsoon escape not in a remote hill station, but in […]

You can tell a lot about a place by how it behaves in the rain. North Goa, with its sunny bravado and beach-bar buzz, tends […]

Megha Desai, 36, a senior art director at a Mumbai-based branding studio, found her perfect monsoon escape not in a remote hill station, but in […]

The sweet smell of marigolds mixed with the still humidity of a Tamil Nadu afternoon linger in the air. We are in a palatial Chettinad […]

Elephants Ekalavya and Bheema in a playful mood on the premises of Aranya Bhavan in Mysuru. | Photo Credit: M.A. SRIRAM Dasara elephants, led by […]

A view of the paddy fields at Midori | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Charanya Ramesh and Anil Jose are an interesting duo. Despite being avid […]

When Arrowhead, one of Ranthambore National Park’s favourite tigers, died of cancer, the Internet exploded with tributes. However, wildlife biologist Sanjay Gubbi, whose work focusses […]

It was a viral video of a group of cheetahs taking down a wildebeest that triggered Big Cat People, Jonathan and Angela Scott, to put […]

When you step out of Incheon airport in Seoul, you expect to drive into the city and be catapulted into scenes you have seen in […]

Detail of passenger’s hand holding Indian passport on the airplane | Photo Credit: Getty Images India has climbed eight places on Henley Passport Index 2025 […]

The privilege of lounging on Monday afternoons is reserved for loafers and lovers. You do not have to take my word for it. Ask one […]

Thirty kilometres across the Palk Strait from Rameswaram temple lies Kathadi North, a boutique hotel offering a unique blend of adventure, environment and comfort. Located […]

Valley of flowers in Uttarakhand. | Photo Credit: Getty Images This monsoon, seasoned travellers from Bengal, especially those who love the hills but are wary […]

On a recent trip to London, with a few days to explore the British countryside, we choose Bath, for several reasons. It’s the 250th anniversary […]

Last month, residents across southern Europe, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Portugal, protested against “overtourism”. They held placards that read ‘tourists go home’, ‘your holidays, […]

A view of Armakonda peak. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Each monsoon, the dusty calm of the Eastern Ghats near Visakhapatnam transforms into dense canopies, […]

Mahindra XUV 3XO | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Mahindra has reinforced its presence in the competitive C-segment SUV space with the introduction of three new […]

There’s something undeniably magnetic about a BMW. There is a sense of precision, performance, and purpose that comes alive. ()In its latest avatar, the all-new […]

India has seen luxury sedans and SUVs evolve over the years, but with the MG M9, the game shifts entirely. This all-electric MPV does not […]

Whenever I travel, I make my way to a colourful local museum that is free and interesting: the supermarket. Window shopping in a grocery store, […]

I have suitably skipped dinner the pervious night in preparation for my Dindigul trip. A crucial tip to those who plan to visit the town […]

The Lotus Palace, Chettinad | Photo Credit: Special arrangement The Lotus Palace Chettinad, by the Park Hotels, is a heritage property housed in a restored […]

Image of Indian passport for representation purpose only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images The United Arab Emirates government has started a new type of Golden […]

North Sumatra, a province close to the Equator, enjoys a tropical climate. Sudden, unannounced showers keep the temperatures relatively low but add to the region’s […]

I stop midway through a surprisingly great breakfast mid-air and try to make sense of what I am hearing over the intercom. Did the pilot […]

A traditional thali at Talamali Cafe, nestled in Koraput’s hills, which offers local flavors of food. | Photo Credit: KR Deepak At the base of […]

Ramen is not pretty. With all the elements converging inside a big bowl, it calls for a fair bit of slurping, swishing, messing, digging, pulling […]

The highway from Visakhapatnam leaves behind the coast and cuts inward, winding into hills, moving past roadside tea stalls and fields. In about four hours […]

The cottage by the lagoon at The Isle by Wonderla | Photo Credit: Anagha Maareesha An hour’s drive from Bengaluru, the Wonderla amusement park has […]

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 hues at twilight, and an […]

Teklehaimanot G. Yohannes, managing director International Services Ethiopian Airlines Group, pose for a photograph after the announcement of the addition of a new passenger route […]

A view of the Katiki Waterfalls, originating from the Gosthani River and cascading through the lush hill forests near Araku in Alluri Sitharama Raju district. […]

A view of the clock tower at Lal Chowk in Srinagar. | Photo Credit: SAJJAD HUSSAIN Clock towers gained prominence during the British colonial period, […]

 Luxe Chateau glass glamp at Luxeglamp  | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement It’s 6am and I awake to the sound of birds heralding the morning outside my glass […]

Representational image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Travellers visiting Puducherry, a former French outpost, for its scenic beaches and heritage architecture can soon hire fully-equipped […]

At Baripada, a small town in Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, we take a sharp turn and find ourselves in front of white gates and a […]

Not every road trip is about chasing thrill. Some are about finding a pause — a chance to disconnect from the pace of city life […]

A forgotten palace, with peeling walls and cobwebbed ceilings, once stood at the far end of a quaint village in Odisha. Locals called it Rani […]

Outside Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, spring’s exuberance is fast fading. Dust devils dance like dervishes across a golden brown land as the hotel […]

In the heart of Kathmandu’s Durbar Marg — dotted with luxury shops, upscale restaurants and hotels — stands The Old House by Minaskhi Singh and […]

Chef Shah at Tiga, The Leela Hyderabad | Photo Credit: Prabalika M Borah #Frames of India Shot on OnePlus At Tiga in The Leela Hyderabad, […]

My journey begins with a fried peanut butter-banana sandwich and ‘Burning Love’. The sandwich, served beside golden sweet potato pancakes and strips of crisp bacon […]

As you enter the arched gate of the Kambalakonda Eco-Tourism Park, a soothing symphony of cicadas and birds replaces the din of the city. A […]

Hyderabad teenager Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti has become the youngest Indian and the second youngest person in the world to complete the legendary 7 Summits challenge […]

A salad spread at Trident Hyderabad | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement As Hyderabad, Telangana, plays host to the Miss World 2025 pageant, we cannot help […]

There are road trips you take to escape, and then there are road trips that remind you why the journey matters. Our three-day drive through […]

| Photo Credit: bigtunaonline Cornwall (Doc Martin), Dubrovnik (Game of Thrones), Husavik (Eurovision: Song of fire and ice)… a clutch of destinations over the years […]

Earlier, Indians travelled abroad and bought back alcohol from duty free shops at the airport. Now, they are travelling to discover the legend of malts […]

Children going around the exhibits of Mini World at Viswanadh Sports Club at Port Stadium in Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit: KR Deepak A trip around […]

The coastal village of Baruva in Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam district is waking up to a tide of transformation. Once known only to a few off-the-grid […]

Crispy hot dosas on your plate are always a delight. Pair it with a breath taking view of the sunrise and that would be bliss. […]

Seventy two year-old Sushama Davar spends half her time in India and the rest in the US. When she arrived for a short trip during […]

Stepping inside Jaatra, the specialty restaurant of the newly-inaugurated Taj Puri Resort and Spa, feels like being transported into a beautifully-crafted time capsule. One that […]

An aircraft in the living room? Fans of aviation would argue that there is something satisfying about drinking their coffee at a table made of […]

Part of the team on their way to the summit | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Six climbers from Assam successfully summited a previously unclimbed 6,365-metre […]

Representational image of a mountaineer during an ice climbing session at Everest base camp in Nepal | Photo Credit: Reuters Nepal is planning to restrict […]

The Science Quiz: Don’t go to these places for summer break 1 / 6 | Visual: The red dot here shows the location of the […]

Shikara owners at Dal Lake in Srinagar protest against the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, southern Kashmir. | Photo Credit: IMRAN NISSAR The terrorist attack […]

Deputy Commissioner Nitish K. visited the fort in Raichur to assess the steps needed for conservation and improvement of basic amenities at the historic site, […]

Omakase, the archetypal antithesis of the French-style à la carte menu, is taking India’s food and beverage industry by storm. With restaurants and bars kowtowing […]

As we settle down comfortably on the sun deck of our luxury catamaran, the MV Brahmani, we hear the shouts of the boat captain from […]

Once a soaring sentinel over the seas, the UH-3H helicopter is ready for its next mission. Not in the skies this time, but as a […]

Shikara owners at Dal Lake in Srinagar protest against the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, southern Kashmir. | Photo Credit: IMRAN NISSAR The terrorist attack […]

The enthusiastic campaign to keep Veeraswamys on London’s Regent Street open demonstrates Britain’s well-documented passion for Mulligatawny Soup, chicken tikka and vindaloo. The UK’s oldest […]

The enthusiastic campaign to keep Veeraswamys on London’s Regent Street open demonstrates Britain’s well-documented passion for Mulligatawny Soup, chicken tikka and vindaloo. The UK’s oldest […]

I first see Kilimanjaro from the flight into Tanzania — a stunning sight as it looms above the clouds encircling it.  An iconic visual.  As […]

Jaisalmer is arid and parched. Desert brush dot the sands that seem to stretch endlessly. In the city, the barrenness is equally pronounced, which makes […]

Visiting Abu Dhabi for the first time, I was swept away by a feeling of camaraderie that went beyond borders. The Emirate of Peace is […]

Ladakh is a land of vast, untamed beauty where tourism can play a transformative role in regenerating local communities, preserving fragile ecosystems, and sustaining centuries-old […]

Dandeli is popular for its natural beauty and adventure activities, including white water rafting. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Dandeli has a century-old railway station, […]

Bharadwaj Dayala, who is on a road trip across the world covering 195 countries for a 12-year-project to document stories of one million women through […]

Abu Dhabi is making strides in the realm of autonomous mobility with TXAI, the region’s first Level 4 autonomous vehicle | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement […]

A wide gate opens into a four-acre forest farm, where flaming orange blooms of a palash tree greet guests at the entrance. It’s late evening in Gujarat’s […]

I started my label Bodice in 2011 as a young designer but I have always been conscious about the depletion of natural resources, and am […]

You know how you sometimes hear of a place, and even before you have been there, you are already in love? I vividly remember hearing […]

On-call hypnotherapists. AI-assisted beds. Smart goggles that use heat, massage and vibration to lower the heart rate. Bedtime tea blends. Electro magnetic and infrared therapy. […]

The coastal town of Puri in Odisha is much more than just a beach destination. Steeped in history, spirituality, and rich cultural traditions, it offers […]

The colourful permanent lighting of the Vidhana Soudha was inaugurated recently. | Photo Credit: K. MURALI KUMAR From next month, tourists coming to Bengaluru will […]

After December, the summer is the time when air travel peaks. People frantically check flight fares, driving hours, and put together last-minute holiday plans. In […]

As the sky turns from bubble-gum pink to mauve and deep-velvety purple, tall coconut palms lean over the sea to listen to the waves. A […]

Eating in Bangkok should be easy, after all there is so much to choose from — boat noodles, pad Thai, phat kaphrao, and as much […]

“Who would have thought that I would go on solo trips at this age? I feel 16, not 60,” a child-like happiness is palpable in […]

Bioluminescence or sea sparkle, locally called ‘Kavaru’, at Chellanam | Photo Credit: THULASI KAKKAT It is that time of the year in Kochi, when the […]

Anil Kumar Kannangal during his trek to Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement When Anil Kumar Kannangal landed at […]

As summer intensifies and the holiday season approaches, travel firms are seeing a significant surge in demand from the fast-growing Tamil Nadu market. What stands […]

Health and overall wellness are interconnected. From the food we eat to digital dependence, everything impacts our life expectancy and quality. Participants at SOUL Festival […]

With its classical architecture, magnificent Buddhist pilgrimage sites, and pulsating night markets, the island town of Phuket on the Southwestern coast of Thailand is always […]

Nijas Thamarasserry and the students at Mawlangkhar Secondary School in Meghalaya taking a vow against drug use | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT When Binu Varghese […]

Visitors taking a boat ride after launch of the service at Sanna Kere in Lumbini Garden of Yadgir on March 24, 2025. | Photo Credit: […]

Athar Jamath Mosque | Photo Credit: K Ananthan As Coimbatore prepares for Eid al-Fitr, a heritage walk invites residents to step into the heart of […]

Chennai’s skies and waters are in a never-ending tussle on who wears the colour blue best. But at the Chennai Port today a first-of-its-kind vessel […]

Home to some of the best winemakers and vineyards in the country such as Sula, Chandon and York, Nashik is often referred to as India’s […]

A large number of tourists from Telangana have been making a beeline to the ‘Heart of India’ — Madhya Pradesh (M.P.) — with many preferring […]

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 fermented fish-based dish), kangshoi (vegetable stew), atoiba (fish stew), singju (a […]

I grew up in Guwahati in the 1990s, a time when Assam rarely made it to national conversations, let alone global news. It was often […]

For a weekend getaway, Sri Lanka presents a diverse array of experiences, including stunning beaches, lush forests, tea estates, cultural monuments, shopping malls and vibrant […]

Purnima Devi Barman, a wildlife biologist from Assam, is the unexpected commander of a large, and powerful army. Globally, she is now known as the […]

Chikkamagaluru police visited homestays and resorts in the district to check if the owners took enough measures for the safety of tourists. | Photo Credit: […]

The facial recognition technology used by DigiYatra enables seamless passage at various checkpoints. | Photo Credit: B. Velankanni Raj Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL) on […]

Sri Guru Dattatreya Bababudan Swamy Dargah near Chikkamagaluru. The restrictions on tourists will apply on March 15-17, 2025. | Photo Credit: Prakash Hassan Chikkamagaluru district […]

Police personnel conduct an investigation after two women, including a foreign national, were allegedly raped in Hampi on March 6, 2025. | Photo Credit: PTI […]

Closely packed houses, narrow streets peppered with chabutaras (bird feeders), hole-in-the-wall shops selling jeeru masala soda… amidst this part of Ahemdabad lies a 150-year-old stately […]

According to Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, commuting in Mangaluru at night is difficult because most of the bus operators shut operations in the city after […]

A black rotary dial phone sits by my bedside. I pick up the receiver — hit the pudgy number keys that have replaced the traditional […]

Cycling tours have long enjoyed cult status amongst adventurous travellers across the globe. That is until the pandemic simultaneously hit the accelerator on fitness and […]

It was not always a food hub. Race Course Road, one of Coimbatore’s most prominent stretches, has had many lives. Originally, it was exactly what […]

The maiden flight from Kempegowda International Airport will depart at 1000 IST and arrive at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi at 1235 AST. | […]

“I have never seen so many people in my city,” beams Ravikrishna Tiwari. Ravikrishna runs Tiwari and Bros, a travel agency that his grandfather started […]

Anvitha Padamati | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement “I value the journey as much as the summit. People assume mountaineering is a cakewalk for me, but […]

“Vel vel Muruganukku” and “Arohara!” are uttered by eight men in cycling gear as they ride and push their bikes towards the Shiva Muruga temple […]

At Yas Island, ride in a Ferrari, click selfies with flamingos, freefall into a gravity defying tunnel, feed a cute harbour seal, or say hello […]

The winding highway to Rishikesh’s Neelkanth Temple Road leads to Camp Brook, a luxury camping stay with cottages and tents, where a gamut of spiritual […]

The stunning pool at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Amidst the soft chirping of birds and stridulation of insects, mist […]

Walking down the streets of George Town, Penang’s capital city, is bound to take you back in time. With the heavy vintage feel, it does […]

A scenes from the ongoing Brahmaputra Carnival in Guwahati | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement One of India’s longest carnivals has virtually turned the sandy banks […]

It’s 6am. And Karan Bhangay is frantically trying to source Tom Ford shoes for a client. The client has an 11am flight and has just […]

The Surya Kiran team showing some love during Aero India. | Photo Credit: K. BHAGYA PRAKASH  With Valentine’s Day falling on a Friday this time, […]

People enjoying at the newly-opened Snow Station’, a snow-themed amusement park at Viswanadha Sports Club (VSC), at Port Stadium, Akkayyapalem in Visakhapatnam | Photo Credit: […]

Movies, books, and songs over the years have led us to believe in the idea of a holiday romance. New city, new possibilities… and sometimes […]

Muhammed Dilshad in Mozambique | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Before his first trip to Kashmir on a Royal Enfield bike in 2019, travel vlogger Muhammed […]

The air-conditioned ferries are said to be the first of their kind in Asia under a single command and control system being given on rent […]

People taking a ride on the tethered hot air balloon in Araku | Photo Credit: KR Deepak The verdant valleys of Araku will come alive […]

Tea plantations | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement A mighty gaur amidst lush green tea gardens and misty hills in the backdrop. This picture postcard frame […]

As the narrow, winding ghat road meanders through the green hills of the Eastern Ghats, a journey to Lambasingi feels like an adventure. A winter […]

One of the tea estates that will be part of Chai@Vagamon | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT With her new project Chai@Vagamon, social entrepreneur Lakshmi Menon […]

For Kashmir native Krishan Anand, Gulmarg is more than just a picturesque ski destination — it is a repository of memories steeped in nostalgia. He […]

As the plane touches down at Tribhuvan International Airport, the majestic sight of the Himalayas greets passengers with their snow-capped peaks glowing in the late […]

There are two things that make visiting a new destination truly authentic. The first is researching the place to immerse yourself in its environment, and […]

Flying from Singapore to Kertajati is an experience: from the aircraft’s window, one can see the Indonesian sea dotted with numerous islands. The breathtaking non-metro […]

In the landscape of Shillong’s picturesque, cherry blossom-lined Ward’s Lake, conversations on literature flowed, spilled and beguiled literary enthusiasts for three days, November 18 to […]

Children celebrating the Sankranthi samburallu in Karimnagar town on Friday. | Photo Credit: UPPU DAMODAR During the festival of kites and all things traditional, it […]

Pilgrims at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, venue of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 | Photo Credit: Sandeep Saxena Be ready to brave mammoth crowds (more than […]

M&N Chocolate Festival | Photo Credit: Sathyamoorthy M Ooty’s annual chocolate festival is back, and this year, the organisers promise, is bigger and better than […]

The longest electric go-karting circuit in all of Maldives was inaugurated in Kandima Maldives in November, 2024 The longest electric go-karting circuit in all of Maldives […]

People celebrating the end of the year at sunset in a local bar on the beach. File. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Beaches in Goa […]

Winter is the perfect time to hit the road and explore the diverse landscapes of India. Whether you crave snow-capped mountains, serene backwaters, coastal adventures, […]

When it comes to conservation messaging, two distinct approaches often emerge. The first is a celebration — showcasing the planet’s wonders, like the comforting bird […]

It is a calm day for a boat ride, the breeze is a gentle caress. Conditions are ideal on the almost-winter-like day. The waters of […]

Christmas nostalgia in Kolkata transports me to the time when grandmothers baked cakes at home in large gas ovens. For bigger parties, they would turn […]

The rain tree on Veli Ground in Fort Kochi decorated with Santa Claus figurines and babubles | Photo Credit: VIBHU H They say you have […]

There is more to Goa than night-long beach parties, adrenaline-filled sports activities, and coconut-tree-lined winding roads. To truly capture its essence, one must dig deeper […]

Christmas nostalgia in Kolkata transports me to the time when grandmothers baked cakes at home in large gas ovens. For bigger parties, they would turn […]

According to the Google Year in Search 2024 report, ten travel destinations sparked curiosity among travelers in India. This list features five domestic and five […]

The setting sun across the looming black rock formations casts a long, unhurried glow, before merging into the depths of the Arabian Sea. It is […]

In 2024, Indian travellers showed no signs of slowing down, with rising costs and uncertainties failing to dampen their enthusiasm. Travel was all about creating shared […]

People walking through coffee plantations on the new wooden bridge developed by AP Forest Development Corporation close to Galikonda viewpoint, near Araku, 150 kilometres from […]

In the landscape of Shillong’s picturesque, cherry blossom-lined Ward’s Lake, conversations on literature flowed, spilled and beguiled literary enthusiasts for three days, November 18 to […]

At Khweng Village | Photo Credit: Special Arrangements Travel is all about experiences. Some travel to see places, some to shop and some only to […]

A pelican in flight at Telineelapuram village in Srikakulam district, 150 km away from Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit: KR Deepak The soft golden light of […]

On a crisp November morning, the Dal Lake glimmers with a liquid mercury under the muted winter sun. Spade-shaped paddles cut through the icy waters […]

As winter paints Coimbatore’s skies with a softer light, the city’s wetlands stir with the promise of arrivals from distant lands. From Siberian steppes to […]

Whitewashed monasteries, pine forests and glacial rivers, Bhutan is the last Shangri La. A small country of 8 lakh people, economic progress here is measured […]

The all-familiar vendor’s cries of ‘chaai’ and ‘samosa’ are missing on this train. Instead, words like ‘startup’, ‘business plan’ and ‘SWOT analysis’ are bandied about […]

Just over 500 metres away from Ezhimala railway station at Kunhimangalam, Kannur, hidden from the rush of the city, nestled in a residential area with […]

Every year, right after Diwali, Delhi-NCR resembles a smoke chamber. A thick layer of smog engulfs the city, skyrocketing the air quality index (AQI) to […]

The Sahasradala Padma, a 1,000 petal lotus pattern at The Lotus Palace Chettinad | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Wherever you travel in Chettinad, the lotus […]

MakeMyTrip announced its compliance with GDPR [File] | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The online travel booking platform MakeMyTrip said it was introducing payment options in […]

A hyperkinetic city with sprawling highways, towering glass clad buildings vying to compete with the Burj Khalifa, a torus shaped Museum of Future, the Dubai Frame , […]

Asha Menon was nearing burnout. The 35-year-old marketing executive from Mumbai had spent years juggling a hectic work schedule with little time for herself. When […]

In the landscape of Shillong’s picturesque, cherry blossom-lined Ward’s Lake, conversations on literature flowed, spilled and beguiled literary enthusiasts for three days, November 18 to […]

Treatment room at the retreat | Photo Credit: Alex Teuscher After finishing a small portion of mixed fruit puree in under three minutes, I wait […]

“How much longer?” asked Taran, huffing and puffing uphill. “See, it says only 10 minutes left,” smiled Amma. There had been boards all along the […]

Sara Ali Khan | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Sara Ali Khan could be your wellness instructor. And no, we are not kidding. With Airbnb Experiences, […]

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, bombs and guns across the world fell silent as Germany signed […]

A view of the misty hills at 16 Degrees | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Have you heard of apple plums or mango plums? Asks N […]

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 05: Akon visits SiriusXM Studios on November 05, 2024 in New York City. Michael Loccisano/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Michael […]

I took my first mother-daughter vacation in 2014 to Edinburgh, a year after my father passed away. In the years that followed, my mother, who […]

The view from Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort and Spa at Silhouette Island On his lazy morning stroll, Jonathan hears the familiar footsteps of Rico Payet, […]

There is a saying among the safari guides of Rajasthan’s Ranthambhore National Park that if you spot a mongoose in the forest, chances are you […]

Cosmos blossoms at the Ramva Village in Ukhrul, Manipur | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Sunsets are hazy and fog blankets the faraway woods, hills, and […]

Ahmedabad, steeped in a rich tapestry of mosques, tombs, and forts will captivate you at every turn, compelling you to absorb its grandeur. Founded in […]

Ten Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) bus services operating at 10-minute intervals in a closed loop along a well-planned route network, ferrying over a lakh […]

Participants at the Andhra Pradesh State Sea Kayaking and Standup Paddling Championship held in Rushikonda in Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT The District Sports Development […]

Imagine dropping tigers off your itinerary when in Jim Corbett and opting for a 35 km drive up to Bhaunkhal, a scenic spot in the […]

Le Corbusier and Chandigarh, B.V. Doshi and Ahmedabad, Frank Lloyd Wright and American cities, Tadao Ando and his tryst with Japan — architecture has indelibly […]

Anand in Namibia on day two of the International GS Trophy 2024 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement For Anand, it all began in August 2016 […]

A woman dressed in traditional Thai costume offers alms to a Buddhist monk during the Songkran celebrations, to commemorate the Thai New Year in Bangkok, […]

 In recent times, two major disasters happened at two popular tourist spots in India – at Joshimath in Uttarakhand and Wayanad in Kerala.  Wayanad landslide […]

A woman dressed in traditional Thai costume offers alms to a Buddhist monk during the Songkran celebrations, to commemorate the Thai New Year in Bangkok, […]

These destinations serve as silent witnesses to history’s darkest moments. If travelling back in time were possible, dark tourism would be that experience. It draws […]

“You might think that this is a bit much but the first time I lay down and looked at a sky full of stars, I […]

Examine a flight path map and you’ll notice an eerie absence: a hollow expanse where planes dare not venture. This is the Tibetan Plateau, a […]

Few years ago, Captain Vinod flew to Punjab for an unusual assignment — he was ferrying a couple from their wedding venue on a helicopter. […]

The expansive marble-paved courtyard of Jama Masjid. Built during Ahmed Shah’s reign in the 15th century, it is one of the largest mosques in the […]

In 2024, the global wellness market touched $1.8 trillion, boosted, according to McKinsey’s ‘Future of Wellness’ report, by trends such as biomonitoring, wearables, and GenAI. […]

At the picturesque seaside city of Pohang in South Korea, there is a red lighthouse that looks all too familiar. Not too far away is […]

In Alain de Botton’s contemplative exploration of travel, The Art of Travel, he posits that our journeys extend beyond mere physical movement. Travel, according to […]

Ricky Kej | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Ricky Kej’s phone rang a few minutes after he landed at the Bengaluru airport. He was returning home […]

A view of Ramappa Temple in Telangana | Photo Credit: Nagara Gopal Now that the searing heat of summer, hovering between 40 and 45 degrees […]

The suburban rail project, which includes constructing a 148 km network across four corridors in the city, is projected to cost ₹15,767 crore.  | Photo […]

Watch: Did you know the Nilgiri Mountain Railway is 125 years old? It has been 125 years since the Nilgiris Mountain Railway (NMR), fondly called the Ooty […]

As island hopping is emerging as a new trend among travellers, what other place can one turn to in India if not the Andamans? Comprising […]

Satheesh Vellinezhi | Photo Credit: Satheesh Vellinezhi It was Aarti Shastri, who, before she transitioned to Agastya Shastri, wrote in her epic work The Monsoon […]

Though bustling Kuala Lumpur in the peninsular part of Malaysia ranks as its capital, but across the South China Sea and on Borneo Island lies […]