CULTURAL MAGPIE

The maximalist who put Indian art and craft on the global stage and that too on his own unapologetic terms, tells CHIRAG MOHANTY SAMAL about his fantastical new store in Mumbai, why travel is necessary for creativity, and how the traveller’s aesthetic resonates with him

FEELS LIKE SUMMER

From the highest mountains to a fascinating world underwater, here are 10 experiences—new and lesser-known—around the world to make the most of this holiday season

TALES FROM NEW ZEALAND

Travel + Leisure India and South Asia travelled to New Zealand with two content creators known for their penchant for high-octane escapades around the world. Here’s a look at the Pacific country through their eyes

PRECIOUS DESTINATION

A trip to the Pacific country opens up an enchanting world of adventure, stunning views, and perfect wine for CHIRAG MOHANTY SAMAL

Golden Hour

Simba is India’s first indigenous craft beer and is set to be the fastest-growing brand, both in the home country and globally

Shining Silver

Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport, the brand’s flagship property in South Asia, recently celebrated 25 years with a special event

Coastal Hideaway

JW Marriott Goa is Marriott International’s 150th opening in South Asia and is located along the coastline in Vagator

TREASURE ISLAND

The Cayman Islands are known more for banking than for the visual arts. But on a recent trip, Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon uncovered the country’s abundance of sensory delights

THE GREAT WHITE SOUTH

Vast, unknowable, virtually uninhabitable: Antarctica has, for generations of explorers, represented the ultimate challenge. On a journey inspired by one of the continent’s most infamous expeditions, Stanley Stewart finds a place both profoundly awe-inspiring and profoundly vulnerable

IN FULL BLOOM

The Ananta Udaipur is nothing like the rest of Rajasthan. On a surprisingly cloudy weekend, cover star Malaika Arora unearths the property’s well-guarded secrets and spills some of her own

The Enchanted Realm

The island of Ibiza in Spain is rife with legends of goblins, elves, pirates, and UFO sightings. On an excursion to the Mediterranean paradise, LAKSHMI SHARATH leaves the nightlife behind for these intriguing tales.

The Great Escape

Koh Lanta, Krabi's distant cousin with a low profile and quiet disposition, is perfect for an offbeat getaway

Voyage Of Wonders

Aboard a luxury cruise sailing from Reykjavik to Amsterdam, KALPANA SUNDER encounters both sea and land adventures.

ARTIST EXTRAORDINAIRE

Celebrated artist Paresh Maity's recently concluded retrospective, Infinite Light, was India's largest solo exhibition and showcased nearly four decades of the artist's work. The Padma Shri awardee talks to SIMRRAN GILL about the journey so far, love for Varanasi, and destinations that inspire him.

BIRMINGHAM BOULEVARD

Most people know Birmingham as the land of Peaky Blinders, cricket, and anglicised curry. But there's so much more to this West Midlands city in the heart of England. NIVEDITA JAYARAM PAWAR gives a quick primer.

MASTER OF HOSPITALITY

In an exclusive chat with Travel + Leisure India & South Asia, the owner of the beautiful château of Domaine Les Crayeres in Champagne and the newly elected president of Relais & Châteaux, Laurent Gardinier talks about how the pandemic has redefined travel and the prominence of sustainability.

NEW FRONTIERS

Indian families are embracing new formats of hospitality. RIAAN JACOB GEORGE talks to industry stakeholders to understand the major trends in family travel this season.

HOME AND AWAY

On a reunion trip to Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater,ANDREW SESSA and his brother find surprises and a surprising sense of familiarity-inside the building's iconic walls.

A WINDOW TO THE WORLD

Desert camps, motorcycle rides, animals galore— is it any wonder that Morocco appeals to kids as much as adults? On a whirlwind adventure, KATIE KITAMURA watches as her children’s horizons broaden.

SWEET SYMPHONY

Of all the culinary wonders of Rajasthan, its sweet dishes are truly unforgettable. Here are five delicacies that you must try on your next trip to the desert state.

Hello, Sentosa!

The island of Sentosa in Singapore beckons families with a vast array of attractions-from pristine beaches to thrilling rides. We roam the tropical paradise with cover star Tamannaah Bhatia to explore all that it has to offer.

20 Inspiring Destinations For Women Travellers

Be it spending an evening in the ancient city of Petra with your girl gang or traipsing around Pondicherry solo, this hand-picked list of destinations in India and abroad pack in all the fun, adventure, retail therapy, nightlife, wellness, and luxury.

Tech Up Your Trip

Here's a collection of sensible yet smart personal tech that'll make the next vacation with your gang a lot more fun.

MIDWINTER'S DREAM

The bucolic charm of Zermatt and the cosmopolitan flair of Montreux are two sides of the Swiss coin. On a winter holiday in the country, Adila Matra uncovers these contrasting worlds.

IT'S A WOMAN'S WORLD

The number of women travellers is increasing at a significant rate in India, show reports. We speak to the stakeholders in the travel and hospitality industry to understand the changing needs and interests of this segment.

WEAVING FLORAL DREAMS

Gauri and Nainika Karan, founders and designers of Gauri & Nainika label have been pushing the envelope of Indian contemporary wear with their floral designs that are frequently spotted on the red carpet. The designer duo talks to RALAN KITHAN about the birth of their design sensibilities, finding inspiration in Europe, and the evolving fashion landscape in India.

Beyond the Blue

Look beyond beaches in the Maldives and immerse in the island life with Mastercard's Priceless Programme.

WE RISE IN THE EAST

On the trail of four women bikers in Arunachal Pradesh, SIMRRAN GILL is moved by female friendships and stunning vistas.

THE FORGOTTEN NOMADS

In the higher reaches of Uttarakhand lies Nelang Valley that was once an essential trade route between India and Tibet. SHIVYA NATH travels to this obscure land and encounters tales as old as time.

Explore The Wonders Of Israel

In Israel, history and culinary adventures meet a cosmopolitan vibe that make for a trip of a lifetime.