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GROOVING TO THE TUNE OF HISTORY

ANANYA BAHL encounters Black history, blues music, and their robust relationship in the historic city of Memphis in Tennessee, USA.

A BRAVE NEW WORLD OF Hospitality

The pandemic has added new buzzwords to our travel vocabulary, like workation and contactless service. Here’s a round-up of 24 hotels and resorts in India that have tweaked their offerings to cater to new demands.

Lights. Camera. Action Hero!

Riding high on the success of Khuda Haafiz, Vidyut Jammwal took a memorable road trip in the UK recently. The star of the commando films gets candid about his first ott release, travels in Uzbekistan, fitness workouts rooted in Kalaripayattu, and his firm belief that action heroes of today need to bring something new to the table.

Once Upon A Time In Dubai

Deprived of travel due to the pandemic, RADHIKA TANDON reminisces about another year of crisis when she packed up the kids and flew to Dubai for a life reboot.

RETAIL REVELRY

The festive season has arrived, as have exciting new gadgets, top-of-the-line gear, and immersive home entertainment options.

The Sunny Side Of Israel

With 360 days of sunlight and 20 beaches, Israel’s resort city of Eilat offers an array of adventures— from snorkelling with wild dolphins and kayaking on the Red Sea to hiking in the Red Canyon.

EVERYBODY'S CUP OF TEA

Fourth-generation tea entrepreneur Bala Sarda parted ways with his family business to set up VAHDAM Teas at the age of 23. He spills the tea on the global reach of his home-grown brand, making it to Oprah’s favourites, and a new travel range.

FINDING AUSTEN IN BATH

Spend a day walking around the spa town of Bath in the UK for its golden buildings, hot water baths, and literary monuments of Jane Austen’s worlds.

IN THE SLOW LANE

You cannot savour the mystical offerings of Arunachal Pradesh on a quick site-hopping tour. NEETOLE MITRA chooses to slow down and relish the intriguing tales that permeate the tropical rainforests on the banks of the Siang.

Private Affair

The ultra luxury segment was already an emerging trend in the premium travel space, but it has gained momentum in the post-lockdown era. Private island buyouts, charter planes, and remote destinations are the buzzwords among the affluent.

From Morocco WITH LOVE

NORA FATEHI ANNOUNCED HERSELF IN BOLLYWOOD WITH THE SONG DILBAR AND THEN WENT ON TO CARVE A NICHE FOR HERSELF WITH HER UNIQUE CHOREOGRAPHY AND FIERCE DANCING STYLE. SHE SPEAKS TO SUMEET KESWANI ABOUT HER MOROCCAN ROOTS, STRADDLING TWO SIMILAR CULTURES, AND OF COURSE, HER TRAVELS—BACK TO HER ORIGINS AND FORWARD TO NEW FRONTIERS.

25 Offbeat Things To Do In The Middle East

A journey to the middle east comes with the promise of surreal landscapes, archaeological treasures, celebrated cultures, monuments of historic conflicts, and sacred sites. We’ve steered clear of cliches and curated a list of experiences that will awaken the intrepid explorer in you.

Men, Monsters And Messiahs

JORDAN MAY BE SMALL, BUT THE COUNTRY’S SURREAL LANDSCAPES AND RICH HISTORY MAKE FOR AN EPIC HOLIDAY.

TRYST with Turkey

Straddling the continents of Asia and Europe, Turkey played a significant role in the history of the world. Cruise across the country and discover war monuments, ancient ruins, and delicious food, all the while surrounded by kind and generous locals.

How To Be A Conscious Tourist

The onus of healing the planet is on each one of us. But how exactly do you reduce your carbon footprint while travelling? Shibani Bawa asks experts for tips on treading various terrains—from lush jungles to heritage sites, hills, and cities.

THE ART OF AYURVEDA

Embark on a wellness journey at Kairali - The Ayurvedic Healing Village, where Ayurveda, yoga, and meditation become a way of life.

The City of the Future

Copenhagen has set the goal of becoming carbon-neutral by 2025. Its innovative ways of achieving that target offer tourists an immersive experience as well

THE PACK SURVIVES

The Bale Mountains National Park is one of the last bastions of the endangered Ethiopian wolf. Wildlife photographer and conservationist LATIKA NATH travels to the biodiversity hotspot to study the threats the species faces and the possible solutions at hand.

SEEDS OF WELLNESS

As the world embraces age-old ways of healing, the practice of ear seeding is gaining popularity. BAYAR JAIN demystifies the ancient therapy for the modern era.

Guards of the Wilderness

It is no secret that luxury safari properties in India offer exceptional nature-driven experiences to their guests, but their ancillary conservation initiatives are worth talking about as well.

FIND YOUR BALANCE

Leader of wellness retreats at RAAS Devigarh, Dr Avilochan Singh has more than 20 years of expertise in panchakarma. He speaks to BAYAR JAIN about the future of wellness travel and offers tips on staying mentally and physically fit during the pandemic.

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.