Travel+Leisure India Magazine - April 2022

In this issue

Our April issue is dedicated to family travel. Beauty queen and cover star Manushi Chhillar--who is all set for her Bollywood debut--talks about being a free independent traveller (FIT) and making her own travel itinerary, while basking in the beauty of Jaipur. Browse our list of 15 destinations around the world perfect for a family holiday. Read about the family travel tales of art mavericks and sisters-in-law Roshini and Parul Vadehra, illustrator Alicia Souza, and the Anderson family who have been travelling around the world to explore their ancestral heritage. Meet the Salvi family of Patan, the custodian of Patola weaving since the 11th century, follow two sisters to the offbeat Tirthan Valley in Himachal Pradesh, and discover the icy terrain of Gurudongmar Lake in Sikkim.

15 Destinations For The Perfect Family Holiday

Planning a vacation that satisfies multiple generations of a family can be tricky. These stunning places around the world offer adventures for every age—and the chance to make memories together. Plan your escape to a distant island, soak in new cultures, visit unique theme parks, or surround yourself with breathtaking natural wonders.

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MOUNTAIN HIGH

On a weekend getaway to Palampur, RASHIMA NAGPAL ventures into the heart of the beautiful hill station nestled in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh and finds a destination fit for the entire family.

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Essentials FOR THE ROAD

Model and creator Sakshi Sindwani is known to challenge fashion and beauty norms on her Instagram. Here are 10 products the influencer carries on her road trips.

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TECH TAKEAWAY

A road trip comes with many twists and turns. Here are some gadgets that can make your next journey hassle-free.

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A FAMILY OF WAYFARERS

Jamaica-born Ike Anderson and Natalee met on a school bus when they were 15. Now, 26 years later, they have travelled to 22 countries in search of their ancestral lineage while homeschooling their three children. ADILA MATRA catches up with Natalee, who gets candid about their findings, moving to Ghana, and their initiative that helps young adults of African descent trace their roots.

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Manushi Chhillar Reveals In The Beauty Of The Leela Palace Jaipur

On the outskirts of the Pink City, against the backdrop of the Aravallis, The Leela Palace Jaipur rises like an oasis of tranquillity and palatial luxury. It is just the kind of place free independent travellers seek—true to the region yet with a style of its own. We drop by with the stylish actor and former Miss World Manushi Chhillar to explore the enticing property.

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THE GRANDEUR OF GURUDONGMAR

Two friends embark on a birdwatching trip that takes them from the urban isolation of Kolkata to the beautiful cold plateaus of North Sikkim.

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Chalnichina - Serenity On The Slope

The pandemic has made Shikha Tripathi discover obscure destinations within driving distance of her home town, Nainital, with two unlikely travel companions: her parents. A road trip to Chalnichina in Uttarakhand holds a mountain of revelations for the family, about the place and one another.

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GO WITH THE FLOW

A cruise on the tempestuous Brahmaputra River leaves an indelible impression on ANITA AND MANDIP SINGH SOIN—a responsible travel champion and T+L India’s A-List member.

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THE HIMALAYAN HEALING TOUCH

On a trip to the Tirthan Valley in Himachal Pradesh, two sisters rediscover their love for travelling together as the mystical land heals their frayed sisterhood.

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A FAMILY LEGACY OF ART

The art form of Patan patola has been passed down through 40 generations of the Salvi family since the 11th century. But patola saris’ unique making process and exceptional precision means that keeping the tradition alive is no mean feat.

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CLOSE ENCOUNTERS

A whale-watching cruise along the coast of Baja California Sur stokes LIZ VACCARIELLO’S curiosity about the natural world—and her place in it.

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Kauai - This Side Of Paradise

More than a century after the first tourists arrived on Kauai, the Hawaiian island is luring modern travellers with a return to tradition— and a mission to give back.

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MEET US IN K-TOWN

Koreatown is the beating heart of Los Angeles—a neighbourhood alive with authentic food, contemporary culture, and a diverse, fiercely devoted community.

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Travel+Leisure India is a monthly travel magazine published by Burda Media India Pvt. Ltd. It is the Indian edition of the American travel magazine Travel+Leisure. The magazine covers a wide range of travel topics, from destinations and hotels to food and culture. It also features articles on Indian travel, from off-the-beaten-path experiences to luxury getaways.

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