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An Outlier on the Road

BOLLYWOOD ACTOR TAAPSEE PANNU ENTERED THE INDUSTRY AS AN OUTSIDER, AND WITH A STELLAR SERIES OF PERFORMANCES, MADE IT HER OWN PLAYGROUND. THE COVER STAR SPEAKS TO AUTHOR AND OUR A-LIST MEMBER SIDDHARTH DHANVANT SHANGHVI ABOUT WHY TRAVEL IS LIFE-CHANGING AND WHERE SHE PLANS TO GO NEXT.

AN ETHICAL KIT

Transform your skincare and haircare routines with these organic beauty essentials.

WFH: Work From Holiday

Radhika Tandon travels to an Uttarakhand resort with her kids as state borders open up. Atali Ganga not only defines the new normal for hospitality in a post-COVID world, but also paves the way for an alternative lifestyle where work, online schooling, and holidaying go hand in hand.

10 Exceptional Experiences In Asia

The unique cultures, varied landscape, and rich history of Asia offer inimitable experiences for travellers. We’ve picked 10 for your bucket list!

WARRIOR ARTISTE

A CHAMPION OF CLEAN-UP DRIVES AND CLIMATE STRIKES, ACTOR BHUMI PEDNEKAR RECENTLY BECAME A ‘CLIMATE WARRIOR’ AND CALLED UPON FELLOW COUNTRYMEN TO DO THE SAME. ADILA MATRA CAUGHT UP WITH THE BOLLYWOOD ACTOR TO TALK ABOUT HER ENVIRONMENT INITIATIVE, BUCKETLIST DESTINATIONS, AND FAVOURITE TRAVEL MEMORIES.

SUSTAINABLY YOURS

The tiny island nation of Sri Lanka is leading Southeast Asia’s sustainable tourism movement, with a dynamic bunch of local entrepreneurs spearheading change.

Touch of Luxury

Marking the brand’s debut in Japan, JW Marriott Hotel Nara makes for a luxe respite after a day of exploring the ancient city of Nara.

May I Help You... Virtually?

In the absence of patrons, Indian hospitality players have begun to offer brand experiences online. Could this be the future of travel? RIAAN JACOB GEORGE probes.

Arjun Vaidya OLD RECIPE, NEW PLATING

Arjun Vaidya, CEO of Dr. Vaidya’s, is creating a whole new segment of consumers for Ayurveda by offering 5,000-year-old solutions in modern packaging. The 28-year-old entrepreneur speaks to SUSHMITA SRIVASTAV about his rich family legacy, the pandemic, and selling Ayurveda online.

A PIT STOP AT THE TAVERN

Looking to drive down to Goa for a quick seaside getaway? Make it high on local insight with a feni tour and learn all about Goans’ favourite drink. NEETOLE MITRA gets down to brass tacks.

A WORLD OF THEIR OWN

With its outlandish customs and peculiar residents, the ancient village of Malana in Himachal Pradesh tickles the fancy of every inquistive traveller.

A HOME FOR HERITAGE

It is not often that eclectic ancient artefacts of a region find their home in a structure that is equally impressive in its historic and creative value. This is what makes the architectural masterpiece of Kerala Folklore Museum so unique.

MONSOON MIX

From a cream that leaves your palms supple and fragrant to a mud cleanser that brings a glow on your face, these products will unleash magic on your skin.

Life Is A Highway

Planning an overdue road trip? We’ve gathered some gadgets that’ll make your vacation fun, and at the same time, keep you safe.

Carefree In Canada

In this season of road trip revival, Rahul Jagtiani narrates a drive in Western Canada that covered everything from world-class cities to quaint alpine towns.

TIME TO HIT THE TARMAC

Here are five classic timepieces that share a deep, enduring relationship with the romance of road journeys.

Nail the Vibe

These classic wardrobe staples will help you sail through summer effortlessly.

SUMMER TREATS

Pamper yourself this season with these bespoke and indulgent products.

Dress Up

Are you planning your first vacation after the lockdown? Here’s a shopping list for when it is time to hit the road again.

WHERE HEDONISM MEETS HEALTH

On the Hawaiian island of Lanai, a new partnership between a storied hotel chain and a tech firm balances rigorous, science-backed treatments with enough indulgence to sway even wellness skeptics.

THE Long VIEW

Just a few years ago, gorillas were the only draw for visitors to irrepressibly beautiful, once-war-torn Rwanda. Today, the country’s diverse wildlife—from silverbacks and chimps to the Big Five—makes it not only one of Africa’s great safari destinations but also one of its most inspiring conservation success stories.

Modern Classic

Peer behind the contemporary façades of Thessaloníki, in northern Greece, and you’ll find extraordinary cultural treasures hiding in plain sight. On a whirlwind summer trip, Claire Messud retraces her family’s links with the city—and finds a region ripe for discovery.

AN IRISH JAUNT

Cruising through the heartlands of the Emerald Isle affords a glimpse of abandoned castles, placid lakes, and most importantly, the unhurried local lifestyle.

NEW FRONTIERS

Our cover girl DiiShepa Khosla is spending this quiet, travel-free time in her second home, Amsterdam. recounts her most memorable road trips and chalks out her future travel plans.

ONCE UPON A PAST

Vietnam has garnered praise for fl attening its curve of COVID-19 infections and rebooting its economy early. On her maiden trip to the country last year, SUSHMITA SRIVASTAV went riddled with haunting memories of its past and came back pleasantly surprised.

A SUMMER SOJOURN

Looking back on a comical family road trip from the UK to Italy undertaken in the 1990s, ANAND KAPOOR realises that adventures bring people closer.

A CHANGE IN PERSPECTIVE

How best to appreciate a new environment when it’s not as picturesque as we might like? After a move from England’s scenic seaside to one of its less glamorous cities, SARAH MOSS applies her powers of observation— and fi nds her surroundings transformed.

A CULTURE CRUISE IN KYRGYZSTAN

From watching dead goat polo to savouring boorsok to learning eagle hunting, SANTOSH OJHA experiences authentic Kyrgyz traditions on a 1,500-kilometre drive.

Lockdown Essentials

Make the most of self-isolation and set a beauty regimen for yourself.

Adventures by the Sea

The Saudi Arabian port city of Jeddah beckons with a serene coastline, unique blend of modern and ancient architecture, and endless adventures.