WHERE
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Travel guides will tell you that monsoon months are off-season for these beautiful azure islands, but it’s exactly then that you get to experience it at its unruffled best. Monsoon drives away the swarms of tourists, leaving you with lush greens, cool breezes and romantic rains that are a couple’s getaway catnip. Stay on Havelock Island at the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, spread over 46 acres on Radhanagar Beach. Wreathed in mangroves with a view of the ocean, the 54 luxury villason-stilts give you the simultaneous sense of disconnecting from the frenetic pace of the world and connecting with nature. Take a lap in the Olympic-length infinity pool and with cocktails for two at the poolside Turtle House, before you head for a couple’s Vishrama massage at the Jiva Spa. End the days with a shared regional meal at The Settlers.
A literal stone’s throw away is Barefoot at Havelock, with 31 eco-friendly island-inspired tents, cottages and villas that are the sustainable traveller’s dream. The Nicobari villas, an homage to the village’s circular huts, make for a cosy reprieve from the world; a great starting base for your day of Elephant Beach trekking, farm-totable dinners and, on a clear day, scuba diving or snorkelling in that iridescent, ultramarine ocean.
Recreate a honeymoon vibe by renting a scooter and riding around Havelock Island. There are multiple activities you can do as a twosome, like dolphin-spotting in a glass bottom boat, selfies by the mud volcano at Baratang Island and catching the Light and Sound show at the historic Cellular Jail in Port Blair. Who says an intimate getaway can’t be action-packed?
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
THE FUTURE SOUNDS LIKE AT EEZ
The Coachella-slaying, multi-language-singing, genre-obliterating members of Ateez are quickly becoming load-bearing stars of our global pop universe.
DEMNA UNMASKED
He's the most influential designer of the past decade. He's also the most controversial. Now the creative director of Balenciaga is exploring a surprising source of inspiration: happiness. GQ's Samuel Hine witnesses the dawn of Demna's new era, in Paris, New York, and Shanghai. Photographs by Jason Nocito.
Inside the undercover adventures of a full-time fraud sleuth.
HOW TO MAKE A FORTUNE AS A PROFESSIONAL WHISTLE-BLOWER
A LIFE OF FASHION
In an extensive conversation, the menswear icon discusses his rise, his mistakes, his triumphs, his retirement, and what the future holds for him and his beloved brand.
IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE WITH GEORGE & BRAD
They've spent three decades living intertwined lives at the inconceivably glamorous height of Hollywood. Now, having crossed the threshold of 60, they're more comfortable than ever throwing bombs, dispensing hard-won wisdom, and, yes, arguing about who had the better mullet in the '80s.
ALEXANDER THE GRITTY
One of India's most creative chefs comes of age.
Penning History
Montblanc marks 100 years of its iconic Meisterstück with new writing instruments inspired by the 1924 Olympic Games.
Royal Enfield Forges a New Path
Say hello to the company's most cutting-edge roadster.
Arooj Aftab Owns the Night
The Grammy Award-winning artist, fresh off a Glastonbury set, speaks to GQ about her new album, Night Reign, from the ideas that led to its conception to its genre-defying collabs with Elvis Costello, Kaki King and more.
Louis Vuitton's New Beat
The luxury maison's latest addition to the Tambour line reiterates its commitment to watchmaking and craftsmanship.