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INTO THE DEEP WATERS
Sharing about her recent expedition to Tulum, celebrity Pilates expert and scuba diver, NAMRATA PUROHIT, tells us why cenote diving is an unforgettable experience.
TIME TO KICK OFF
All eyes are on Qatar this year, the venue for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022. Meanwhile, the seaside nation’s crowning jewel—capital Doha—is at its liveliest, ready to welcome travellers, reports RASHIMA NAGPAL .
Odisha's Little-Known Cuisine - A Treasure Trove Of Tastes And Textures
Odisha’s little-known cuisine is a treasure trove of tastes and textures that go well beyond the famous pakhala and chhena poda, discovers ANUBHUTI KRISHNA on a culinary sojourn in Bhubaneswar.
10 Unique Luxe Experiences Around India
The focus of luxury tourism has moved from expensive hotel suites to bespoke experiences. From a theatrical bar experience in Gurugram to a private meditation session in Ladakh, here is a roundup of our favourite high-end travel experiences in the country.
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK WITH DARLINGS
Vijay Varma ACTOR | Darlings, Alia Bhatt’s maiden production venture, released on Netfl ix has garnered enough attention already. This isn’t surprising, considering the dark comedy starring Vijay Varma, Bhatt and Shefali Shah put some of the best talents in the industry together in a uniquely twisted plot. Travel + Leisure India and South Asia caught up with Varma for a tête-à-tête and his travel plans.
Manish Malhotra - SHOWCASING INDIA TO THE WORLD
Ace couturier Manish Malhotra tells us how Indian fashion has earned a spotlight on the global ramp and how his travels have shaped his aesthetics.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
On her maiden momcation, PALLAVI PHUKAN checks into the eco-conscious LUX* South Ari Atoll in the Maldives and comes back with renewed love and responsibility towards nature and ideas for her next family vacation.
WELLNESS BY THE SEA
Known for its white sandy beaches, accessible marine life and mesmerising sunsets, Maldives is not just about ‘gram-worthy photos. With wellness taking front row for most travellers to the archipelago, we pick 10 experiences that assure holistic well-being for your body and soul.
A SOULFUL SOJOURN
The pioneer of sustainable luxury in the Maldives, Soneva Fushi played host to a tropical edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival. SUMEET KESWANI took a deep dive into this unique confluence of experiences and emerged with a few pearls of wisdom.
STANDING BY INDIAN ART
Pinky Reddy is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, the former national president of FICCI Ladies Organisation, and an art connoisseur. Along with her husband GVK scion Sanjay Reddy, she has played a big role in promoting Indian art and heritage. In an interview with CHIRAG MOHANTY SAMAL , Reddy reveals what makes India a unique luxury destination and how her fondness for travel landed her one of her biggest appointments.
THE FORGOTTEN VILLAGE
The Himalayan village of Kalap is an idyllic place with fresh mountain air and pure spring water. SHIVYA NATH travels to this self-sustainable land where people live up to 100 years.
SITES TO BEHOLD
India ranks sixth on the list of the largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world. AJAY SOOD captures a few, including the recently-added Kakatiya Rudreshwara Temple to give an insight into the country’s architectural splendour.
ANCIENT SECRETS
Reconnect with your roots and trust the goodness of traditional Ayurveda to end all beauty woes on your global escapades.
DEEP ROOTS
IN GERMANY, THE WOODS HAVE BEEN A SOURCE OF MYSTERY AND FASCINATION FOR MILLENNIA. ON A ROAD TRIP THROUGH THE COUNTRY'S VERDANT HEART, GISELA WILLIAMS FINDS OUT WHY THAT REVERENCE FOR THE FORESTS MAY OFFER LESSONS FOR THE REST OF THE WORLD.
Summertime Luxe
Very few define luxe hospitality the way Raffles Udaipur does. Chirag Mohanty Samal discovers inner peace, serenity, and curated experiences at this private island in Udaipur on a cover shoot with global influencer MASOOM MINAWALA.
The Forgotten Village
The Himalayan village of Kalap is an idyllic place with fresh mountain air and pure spring water. Shivya Nath travels to this self-sustainable land where people live up to 100 years.
PLUSH TOYS
Go on, spoil yourself with our pick of the niftiest personal tech.
INDIAN INFLUENCE
Over the years, we have noticed many watch brands pairing modern-day opulence and Indian elegance with the mechanical artistry of watch making. Here are five of our favourite watches that best represent the same.
Summertime Luxe
Very few define luxe hospitality the way Raffles Udaipur does. Chirag Mohanty Samal discovers inner peace, serenity, and curated experiences at this private island in Udaipur on a cover shoot with global influencer MASOOM MINAWALA.
FISHEYE VIEW OF LUCKNOW
On a seemingly typical trip to Lucknow, KHUSHBOO RAMNANE chances upon the tale of two fish that form the leitmotif of the architecture, decorative arts, and cuisine of the Awadh region.
FEAST FROM THE EAST
Odisha's little-known cuisine is a treasure trove of tastes and textures that go well beyond the famous pakhala and chhena poda, discovers ANUBHUTI KRISHNA on a culinary sojourn in Bhubaneswar.
WELLNESS BY THE SEA
Known for its white sandy beaches, accessible marine life and mesmerising sunsets, Maldives is not just about 'gram-worthy photos. With wellness taking the front row for most travellers to the archipelago, we pick 10 experiences that assure holistic well-being for your body and soul.
DEEP ROOTS
IN GERMANY, THE WOODS HAVE BEEN A SOURCE OF MYSTERY AND FASCINATION FOR MILLENNIA. ON A ROAD TRIP THROUGH THE COUNTRY'S VERDANT HEART, GISELA WILLIAMS FINDS OUT WHY THAT REVERENCE FOR THE FORESTS MAY OFFER LESSONS FOR THE REST OF THE WORLD.
A SOULFUL SOJOURN
The pioneer of sustainable luxury in the Maldives, Soneva Fushi played host to a tropical edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival. SUMEET KESWANI took a deep dive into this unique confluence of experiences and emerged with a few pearls of wisdom.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
On her maiden momcation, PALLAVI PHUKAN checks into the eco-conscious LUX* South Ari Atoll in the Maldives and comes back with renewed love and responsibility towards nature and ideas for her next family vacation.
GLOBAL CULINARIAN
When Indian Accent launched in Delhi in 2009, it became a phenomenon. The restaurant's visionary chef Manish Mehrotra was unstoppable from taking Delhi's iconic Daulat Ki Chaat to New York and introducing the iconic blue cheese naan to Indians, he overhauled the country's fine dining scene and put India on the global culinary map. In a chat with ADILA MATRA, Mehrotra reminisces the decade-long journey.
LIFE ON THE FAST TRACK
Fuelled with a zeal to clinch the Formula 1 World Championship, India's motor racing prodigy, Jehan Daruvala, talks to BAYAR JAIN about the pressures of representing India globally, his favourite racing circuits, and more.
The Many Wonders Of Queensland
Be it the Great Barrier Reef, islands, world heritage–listed rainforests, wildlife, or nightlife, Queensland in Australia has something for every kind of traveller.
Championing The Country's Indigenous Cuisines
Many indigenous dishes of India that were lost to the junk food revolution are seeing a revival. TAZEEN QURESHY talks to restaurateurs who are driving this movement by putting tribal culinary gems on their menu.
Why The King Of The Grill Is Rethinking Meat?
On a private lakeside retreat in remote Patagonia, Argentine chef Francis Mallmann is embarking on a plant-based mission. Gisela Williams journeys to La Isla to sample his vegetarian recipes and to find out why the king of the grill is rethinking meat.