Travel+Leisure India - September 2023

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The Adventure Special will excite adrenaline junkies; from via ferrata routes to canyoning, we have handpicked a list of 15 must-try adventure activities around the world. Cover star Vaani Kapoor brings goes on an adventure of her own at The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas. A photo essay by @jaipur.wala brings forth the colours of Kashmir on the cusp of autumn; an e-bike adventure in Udaipur reveals the city's hidden gems; a travelogue takes you through a trek with the last remaining mountain gorillas on earth in Rwanda; and another story on the adventure offerings of Ras Al Khaimah makes the Middle Eastern city even more alluring.

15 Adventure Activities To Amp Up Your Adrenaline

Mountain biking along Nordic villages or horse surfing in Florida? Brace yourself for an exhilarating ride through our list of high-octane activities from around the world-some familiar, others lesser known.

9 mins

MANE GAME

The new-age hair care brand, iluvia aims to make on-the-go hair care simple yet effective with its travel-friendly range of products.

1 min

Stop By Sydney

Art, culture, adventure-Sydney has so much on offer. BAYAR JAIN unveils the essential stops for your next journey through this vibrant city.

6 mins

RELIABLY YOURS

Here's a no-fluff, no-hype list of solid, dependable gadgets that do their job just the right way.

1 min

OF COLOURS & CULTURES

Since their debut in the fashion world in 2006, label Pankaj & Nidhi has carved a name for itself with crisp and fresh designs. In a conversation with ROOPLEKHA DAS, the designer duo talks about their brand's timeless aesthetic, latest collection, and vision for Indian fashion.

3 mins

EXTREMELY GREAT

In India, extreme adventure tourism is picking up like never before. We catch up with travellers and stakeholders to understand this emerging industry.

4 mins

NATURAL STORYTELLER

Vijay Bedi, along with his brother, is the third generation in his family to take up wildlife photography and filmmaking. The youngest Asian to win the Green Oscar, Bedi's documentary, The Secret Life of Frogs, was nominated for an Emmy in 2019. In a candid chat with ROOPLEKHA DAS, Bedi shares the impact of visual storytelling and how it drives conservation efforts and policy changes.

1 min

FRIEND OF THE JUNGLE

Sebinster Francis quit engineering to become a tour guide and a wildlife photographer. His love for the snakes and frogs of Kerala shines through the striking macro photographs on Instagram (@sebinster). The photographer-cum-conservationist talks to ADILA MATRA about busting stereotypes surrounding the reptile kingdom and spreading awareness about wildlife.

2 mins

SPREAD YOUR WINGS

Avi Malik and Anita Deshpande founded Temple Pilots, a paragliding school and flying club in Kamshet, at a time when adventure sports was a new concept in India. At present, it boasts India's biggest community of skilled instructors and a global community of more than 500 Club Pilots. In a conversation with SIMRRAN GILL, Malik and Deshpande reminisce about their journey and reveal the plans in the pipeline for the school.

3 mins

Above the Clouds

The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas, nestled in the foothills of the mountain range, is an abode of peace and serenity. September cover star Vaani Kapoor braves the mountain fog to discover the property's intoxicating charm.

6 mins

SHIFTING GEARS

Ditch the Pichola rides, ghat hopping, and high teas in grand palaces for a tech-powered, e-bike romp in the Udaipur countryside.

5 mins

HIDE AND PEAK

As Himachal Pradesh grapples with floods, SUSHMITA SRIVASTAV reflects on a trek to the Hampta Pass that underscored the significance of the journey over the destination.

6 mins

Maldives Unplugged

On a trip to the Maldives, ADILA MATRA ditches the sprawling islands and checks into the remote and intimate OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort.

3 mins

EARTH, WIND & FIRE

Volcanic forces and the movement of the wild Atlantic define the Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago off the coast of northwestern Africa. Sarah Souli takes a turn living among the elements.

10+ mins

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