CATEGORIES

A NEW WING FOR INDIAN ARTISANS

India is a nation with a rich tapestry of cultural traditions, historical landmarks, and artistic genres that have been handed down over the years. Particularly in the hospitality sector, there has been a resurgence of interest in conserving and promoting these long-standing traditions in recent years. Tradition and modernity have come together to create a distinctive fusion of art, culture, and hospitality experiences all around the nation.

Mongolia's Nomadic lifestyle and beyond...

Batu was standing outside his Ger camp, wearing a Deel and Gutuls, the traditional Mongolian dress and long leather boots.

Usbekistan

A Land of Antiquity, Mystery and Hospitality

Food Trends Of 2023 In India

What we ate and drank this year

ROLE OF TOURISM IN CREATING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Tourism is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, generating billions of dollars in revenue and creating countless job opportunities.

The Mughal Seduction

Of all the impressions left by the Mughal dynasty to wax eloquence on their greatness, few can boast of such magnificent persuasiveness and mysticism as Fatehpur Sikri - Akbar's briefest but most effective capital city

MAPPING TRAVELS THROUGH MENUS

Relish an immersive gastronomic experience as culinary tourism soars in India.

The Pace Setters

In this section, we meet two restaurant owners who are passionate about food and community. They share their stories of how they got started in the restaurant business, what they love most about it, and the challenges they've faced along the way. Gola Sizzlers & Cafe Hawkers as well as Pebble Street Hospitality are popular brand names, known for their delicious food and warm atmosphere. The owners have created a space where people can come together to enjoy a meal and each other's company. We sat down with them to learn more about their journey as restaurant owners.

Chef's Story

In the bustling kitchens of the culinary world, where flavors come alive and creativity knows no bounds, an extraordinary tale unfolds.

CULINARY TRAVEL

This is interesting to observe how offbeat, luxury resorts are redefining our holiday goals. While culinary travel is not exactly a new phenomenon, it appears to be a lasting trend amid shifting holidaying goalposts, in a post-pandemic world.

Responsible Wildlife Tourism

India is a country rich in diversity. In every part of the country, one will find that nothing is the same, be it the language, food, culture or geography. That is also the beauty, charm and USP of this country

Travel Fit To Arrive Fresh

A life well-travelled is a life well lived. Some travel for fun, some for work, some to run away from the monotony of life, but irrespective of the reason, you do arrive

TRAVEL, AGAIN: NOTES FROM A POST-PANDEMIC WORLD

It would be an understatement to say COVID-19 has altered the travel landscape. While the industry reckoned with walled-off destinations, countless restrictions, poor patronage, and wary travellers over several months, the end of the pandemic hasn't simply coincided with the reopening of closed destinations and the resumption of cancelled flights

WILD RITUALS

THE TRAVEL CHAPTER: FOREST BATHING AND A JOURNEY TO ONESELF

THE RETURN OF THE BIG FAT INDIAN WEDDINGS

The curse of the Pandemic is finally behind us. The mood of celebration and positivity slowly picking up across the industry. Industry experts are optimistic about the return of the destination wedding along with steep growth in this niche industry in the upcoming season. TW's Anirban Dasgupta in conversation with ABHISHEK SADHOO, General Manager, Shangri-La Eros New Delhi on the various aspects of Wedding Tourism in India and how ready the industry is to welcome the return of 'monsoon weddings'!

COMMUNITY & COEXISTENCE

The first time I met Vipul Gupta was during a tiger sighting in Kanha Tiger Reserve (KTR) in 2017. Fuelled by the love and passion he had for the forests even then, he spoke about giving back to the landscape that has done so much for him at a personal level. Today, as the founder of Earth Focus Foundation (EFF), Vipul has not only given back to the landscape but has been the dynamic changemaker of our forests and its people's need and deserve. It is to this end; we celebrate him as the green warrior of the month

Royalty & Opulence

When it comes to the subject of Wedding tourism in India the first name that comes to mind is none other than Udaipur and its grandeur and reputation for hosting some of the most famous wedding events in recent history. Somesh Agarwal, Chairman and MD, Radisson Blu Palace Resort and Spa, Udaipur shares his views on the subject of destination weddings and the newfound momentum of Hospitality

Eco-Tourism

IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES IN NATURE AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

A DELICATE BALANCE: WILDLIFE TOURISM & CONSERVATION

A highly debatable topic in the field of wildlife conservation has been the role of Wildlife Tourism in the interest of wildlife. Various viewpoints and opinions have been expressed regarding their compatibility with the overall goal of wildlife protection and whether or not there is a conflict of interest

The True Spirit!

Over the past five years, India has seen a significant rise in the demand for homegrown spirits. The country has a long history of producing alcoholic beverages, such as whiskey, rum and brandy, but more recently, we've seen the emergence of all kinds of different spirits - like Gin, Mead and Agave spirits like Maya Pistola Agavepura, a craft 100% agave spirit, produced in Goa

ROMANCE IN THE AIR

Wedding Tourism: A Boundless Possibility

Rural Tourism In Jammu & Kashmir

A Conversation With Sh. Abdul Jabbar, JKAS, Deputy Director, Tourism, Directorate of Tourism, Jammu

The Crown Jewel of the Nandi Hills

Today’s “Silicon Valley of India” is an epithet no less evocative and captivating than the city mentioned in the mythical story of the King Veera Ballala of the 12th century, which ultimately came to be known as ‘Benda - Kal - Ooru’ (the land of cooked beans), that changed to Bengaluru over time

A Success Story

Subharanjan Sen, Additional Principal Conservator of Forests wildlife), Madhya Pradesh has been a passionate wildlife lover and photographer. A man with extensive experience in various wildlife parks in India and a proven track record behind him, Mr. Sen is optimistic about a brighter future for wildlife conservation and balanced wildlife tourism in the country. He speaks with T&E Editor Anirban Dasgupta in an exclusive interview.

THE WINNER'S TIPS

The Hospitality industry is all excited and motivated anticipating steady and exciting growth in the near future.

The 'Art' of Conservation

Sudarshan Shaw's illustrations have always fascinated me. His ability to weave traditional knowledge and folklore into the fabric of conservation can play a huge role in how we spread the message of biodiversity and co-existence. His work apart from creating awareness helps instil a sense of pride in the folk and natural heritage treasure that is India, and for that, he is our Green Warrior of the month.

HIMALAYAN BOOKSTORES: A SPECIAL BOND

Bookstores on the one hand and travel B destinations in the Indian Himalayas born out of the same womb. Both give an infinite amount of comfort and pleasure, as well as an urge to know the unknown

MANGROVE CONSERVATION

When we hear the word Mangroves, we instantly associate it with Sundarbans. Yes, Sundarbans is the largest Mangrove forest in India, however, there are others too, in different parts of India. Beautiful and somewhat mysterious yet so alluring

INTO THE HEART OF TIGHER LAND

Dr. Oishimaya Sen Nag in conversation with Ace Naturalist Yadvendra Singh Of Ranthambhore as he looks down memory lane and talks about the experience of working inside this amazing wildlife park since 1992

NORWAY'S SVALBARD A Polar Tea Break

Norway, a country blessed with glaciers, magnificent Fjords and majestic mountains has been on the radar of adventure tourists for a long time now