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Meet Madurai-based V Seshakumar, who has travelled to 60 countries, welcoming his 70s with a 50-day international trip

The last time the mountain ranges encircling Kashmir were meticulously mapped on foot was between 1822-23 by William Moorcroft, a…

World on wheels @ Embarq Sujal Patwardhan and Medha Joseph went on a self-drive expedition from India to Morocco a…

In Vinland Saga, they speak of a faraway place, “a warm and fertile land, untouched by slave-raiders nor the flame…

Mohammad Akram weaves his autorickshaw through peak evening traffic in Colombo. It is almost 6.30pm and he promises a quick…

Megha Desai, 36, a senior art director at a Mumbai-based branding studio, found her perfect monsoon escape not in a…

You can tell a lot about a place by how it behaves in the rain. North Goa, with its sunny…

Megha Desai, 36, a senior art director at a Mumbai-based branding studio, found her perfect monsoon escape not in a…

The sweet smell of marigolds mixed with the still humidity of a Tamil Nadu afternoon linger in the air. We…

Elephants Ekalavya and Bheema in a playful mood on the premises of Aranya Bhavan in Mysuru. | Photo Credit: M.A.…

A view of the paddy fields at Midori | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Charanya Ramesh and Anil Jose are an…

When Arrowhead, one of Ranthambore National Park’s favourite tigers, died of cancer, the Internet exploded with tributes. However, wildlife biologist…

It was a viral video of a group of cheetahs taking down a wildebeest that triggered Big Cat People, Jonathan…

When you step out of Incheon airport in Seoul, you expect to drive into the city and be catapulted into…

Valley of flowers in Uttarakhand. | Photo Credit: Getty Images This monsoon, seasoned travellers from Bengal, especially those who love…

Detail of passenger’s hand holding Indian passport on the airplane | Photo Credit: Getty Images India has climbed eight places…

Thirty kilometres across the Palk Strait from Rameswaram temple lies Kathadi North, a boutique hotel offering a unique blend of…

The privilege of lounging on Monday afternoons is reserved for loafers and lovers. You do not have to take my…

On a recent trip to London, with a few days to explore the British countryside, we choose Bath, for several…

Last month, residents across southern Europe, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Portugal, protested against “overtourism”. They held placards that read…

A view of Armakonda peak. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Each monsoon, the dusty calm of the Eastern Ghats near…

Mahindra XUV 3XO | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Mahindra has reinforced its presence in the competitive C-segment SUV space with…

There’s something undeniably magnetic about a BMW. There is a sense of precision, performance, and purpose that comes alive. ()In…

India has seen luxury sedans and SUVs evolve over the years, but with the MG M9, the game shifts entirely.…

Whenever I travel, I make my way to a colourful local museum that is free and interesting: the supermarket. Window…

The Lotus Palace, Chettinad | Photo Credit: Special arrangement The Lotus Palace Chettinad, by the Park Hotels, is a heritage…

I have suitably skipped dinner the pervious night in preparation for my Dindigul trip. A crucial tip to those who…

Image of Indian passport for representation purpose only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images The United Arab Emirates government has started…

North Sumatra, a province close to the Equator, enjoys a tropical climate. Sudden, unannounced showers keep the temperatures relatively low…

I stop midway through a surprisingly great breakfast mid-air and try to make sense of what I am hearing over…

A traditional thali at Talamali Cafe, nestled in Koraput’s hills, which offers local flavors of food. | Photo Credit: KR…

Ramen is not pretty. With all the elements converging inside a big bowl, it calls for a fair bit of…

The highway from Visakhapatnam leaves behind the coast and cuts inward, winding into hills, moving past roadside tea stalls and…

The cottage by the lagoon at The Isle by Wonderla | Photo Credit: Anagha Maareesha An hour’s drive from Bengaluru,…

This Pride month we talk to tour groups that curate travels and experiences for the LGBTQ+ community

The property is surrounded by lush greenery | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The picturesque Western Ghats bathed in pastel pink…

Teklehaimanot G. Yohannes, managing director International Services Ethiopian Airlines Group, pose for a photograph after the announcement of the addition…

A view of the Katiki Waterfalls, originating from the Gosthani River and cascading through the lush hill forests near Araku…

A view of the clock tower at Lal Chowk in Srinagar. | Photo Credit: SAJJAD HUSSAIN Clock towers gained prominence…

 Luxe Chateau glass glamp at Luxeglamp  | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement It’s 6am and I awake to the sound of birds heralding…

Representational image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Travellers visiting Puducherry, a former French outpost, for its scenic beaches and heritage…

At Baripada, a small town in Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, we take a sharp turn and find ourselves in front…

Not every road trip is about chasing thrill. Some are about finding a pause — a chance to disconnect from…

Outside Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, spring’s exuberance is fast fading. Dust devils dance like dervishes across a golden…

A forgotten palace, with peeling walls and cobwebbed ceilings, once stood at the far end of a quaint village in…

In the heart of Kathmandu’s Durbar Marg — dotted with luxury shops, upscale restaurants and hotels — stands The Old…

Chef Shah at Tiga, The Leela Hyderabad | Photo Credit: Prabalika M Borah #Frames of India Shot on OnePlus At…

My journey begins with a fried peanut butter-banana sandwich and ‘Burning Love’. The sandwich, served beside golden sweet potato pancakes…

As you enter the arched gate of the Kambalakonda Eco-Tourism Park, a soothing symphony of cicadas and birds replaces the…

Hyderabad teenager Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti has become the youngest Indian and the second youngest person in the world to complete…

A salad spread at Trident Hyderabad | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement As Hyderabad, Telangana, plays host to the Miss World…

There are road trips you take to escape, and then there are road trips that remind you why the journey…

| Photo Credit: bigtunaonline Cornwall (Doc Martin), Dubrovnik (Game of Thrones), Husavik (Eurovision: Song of fire and ice)… a clutch…

Earlier, Indians travelled abroad and bought back alcohol from duty free shops at the airport. Now, they are travelling to…

Children going around the exhibits of Mini World at Viswanadh Sports Club at Port Stadium in Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit:…

The coastal village of Baruva in Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam district is waking up to a tide of transformation. Once known…

Crispy hot dosas on your plate are always a delight. Pair it with a breath taking view of the sunrise…

Seventy two year-old Sushama Davar spends half her time in India and the rest in the US. When she arrived…

An aircraft in the living room? Fans of aviation would argue that there is something satisfying about drinking their coffee…

Stepping inside Jaatra, the specialty restaurant of the newly-inaugurated Taj Puri Resort and Spa, feels like being transported into a…

Part of the team on their way to the summit | Photo Credit: Prabalika M Borah Six climbers from Assam…

Representational image of a mountaineer during an ice climbing session at Everest base camp in Nepal | Photo Credit: Reuters…

The Science Quiz: Don’t go to these places for summer break 1 / 6 | Visual: The red dot here…

Shikara owners at Dal Lake in Srinagar protest against the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, southern Kashmir. | Photo Credit:…

Deputy Commissioner Nitish K. visited the fort in Raichur to assess the steps needed for conservation and improvement of basic…

Omakase, the archetypal antithesis of the French-style à la carte menu, is taking India’s food and beverage industry by storm.…

As we settle down comfortably on the sun deck of our luxury catamaran, the MV Brahmani, we hear the shouts…

Once a soaring sentinel over the seas, the UH-3H helicopter is ready for its next mission. Not in the skies…

The enthusiastic campaign to keep Veeraswamys on London’s Regent Street open demonstrates Britain’s well-documented passion for Mulligatawny Soup, chicken tikka…

Shikara owners at Dal Lake in Srinagar protest against the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, southern Kashmir. | Photo Credit:…

The enthusiastic campaign to keep Veeraswamys on London’s Regent Street open demonstrates Britain’s well-documented passion for Mulligatawny Soup, chicken tikka…

I first see Kilimanjaro from the flight into Tanzania — a stunning sight as it looms above the clouds encircling…

Jaisalmer is arid and parched. Desert brush dot the sands that seem to stretch endlessly. In the city, the barrenness…

Visiting Abu Dhabi for the first time, I was swept away by a feeling of camaraderie that went beyond borders.…

Dandeli is popular for its natural beauty and adventure activities, including white water rafting. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Dandeli…

Ladakh is a land of vast, untamed beauty where tourism can play a transformative role in regenerating local communities, preserving…

Bharadwaj Dayala, who is on a road trip across the world covering 195 countries for a 12-year-project to document stories…

Abu Dhabi is making strides in the realm of autonomous mobility with TXAI, the region’s first Level 4 autonomous vehicle…

The colourful permanent lighting of the Vidhana Soudha was inaugurated recently. | Photo Credit: K. MURALI KUMAR From next month,…

A wide gate opens into a four-acre forest farm, where flaming orange blooms of a palash tree greet guests at the entrance.…

I started my label Bodice in 2011 as a young designer but I have always been conscious about the depletion…

On-call hypnotherapists. AI-assisted beds. Smart goggles that use heat, massage and vibration to lower the heart rate. Bedtime tea blends.…

The coastal town of Puri in Odisha is much more than just a beach destination. Steeped in history, spirituality, and…

You know how you sometimes hear of a place, and even before you have been there, you are already in…

After December, the summer is the time when air travel peaks. People frantically check flight fares, driving hours, and put…

As the sky turns from bubble-gum pink to mauve and deep-velvety purple, tall coconut palms lean over the sea to…

Eating in Bangkok should be easy, after all there is so much to choose from — boat noodles, pad Thai,…

“Who would have thought that I would go on solo trips at this age? I feel 16, not 60,” a…

Bioluminescence or sea sparkle, locally called ‘Kavaru’, at Chellanam | Photo Credit: THULASI KAKKAT It is that time of the…

Anil Kumar Kannangal during his trek to Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement When…

As summer intensifies and the holiday season approaches, travel firms are seeing a significant surge in demand from the fast-growing…

Nijas Thamarasserry and the students at Mawlangkhar Secondary School in Meghalaya taking a vow against drug use | Photo Credit:…

Health and overall wellness are interconnected. From the food we eat to digital dependence, everything impacts our life expectancy and…

With its classical architecture, magnificent Buddhist pilgrimage sites, and pulsating night markets, the island town of Phuket on the Southwestern…

Visitors taking a boat ride after launch of the service at Sanna Kere in Lumbini Garden of Yadgir on March…

Athar Jamath Mosque | Photo Credit: K Ananthan As Coimbatore prepares for Eid al-Fitr, a heritage walk invites residents to…

Home to some of the best winemakers and vineyards in the country such as Sula, Chandon and York, Nashik is…

Chennai’s skies and waters are in a never-ending tussle on who wears the colour blue best. But at the Chennai…

A large number of tourists from Telangana have been making a beeline to the ‘Heart of India’ — Madhya Pradesh…

It is a busy weekday afternoon at Meitei Chakluk Manipuri Rice Hotel. Bidya Devi is preparing thalis. Bowls of ooti (mashed pea curry), eromba (a…

I grew up in Guwahati in the 1990s, a time when Assam rarely made it to national conversations, let alone…

For a weekend getaway, Sri Lanka presents a diverse array of experiences, including stunning beaches, lush forests, tea estates, cultural…

Sri Guru Dattatreya Bababudan Swamy Dargah near Chikkamagaluru. The restrictions on tourists will apply on March 15-17, 2025. | Photo…

Purnima Devi Barman, a wildlife biologist from Assam, is the unexpected commander of a large, and powerful army. Globally, she…

The facial recognition technology used by DigiYatra enables seamless passage at various checkpoints. | Photo Credit: B. Velankanni Raj Adani…

A resort in Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka. Police inspectors and sub-inspectors visited resorts and homestays located within their jurisdiction without…

Police personnel conduct an investigation after two women, including a foreign national, were allegedly raped in Hampi on March 6,…

Closely packed houses, narrow streets peppered with chabutaras (bird feeders), hole-in-the-wall shops selling jeeru masala soda… amidst this part of…

According to Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, commuting in Mangaluru at night is difficult because most of the bus operators shut…

Cycling tours have long enjoyed cult status amongst adventurous travellers across the globe. That is until the pandemic simultaneously hit…

A black rotary dial phone sits by my bedside. I pick up the receiver — hit the pudgy number keys…

The maiden flight from Kempegowda International Airport will depart at 1000 IST and arrive at Zayed International Airport in Abu…

It was not always a food hub. Race Course Road, one of Coimbatore’s most prominent stretches, has had many lives.…

Anvitha Padamati | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement “I value the journey as much as the summit. People assume mountaineering is…

“I have never seen so many people in my city,” beams Ravikrishna Tiwari. Ravikrishna runs Tiwari and Bros, a travel…

“Vel vel Muruganukku” and “Arohara!” are uttered by eight men in cycling gear as they ride and push their bikes…

At Yas Island, ride in a Ferrari, click selfies with flamingos, freefall into a gravity defying tunnel, feed a cute…

The winding highway to Rishikesh’s Neelkanth Temple Road leads to Camp Brook, a luxury camping stay with cottages and tents,…

The stunning pool at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Amidst the soft chirping of birds…

Walking down the streets of George Town, Penang’s capital city, is bound to take you back in time. With the…

A scenes from the ongoing Brahmaputra Carnival in Guwahati | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement One of India’s longest carnivals has…

It’s 6am. And Karan Bhangay is frantically trying to source Tom Ford shoes for a client. The client has an…

People enjoying at the newly-opened Snow Station’, a snow-themed amusement park at Viswanadha Sports Club (VSC), at Port Stadium, Akkayyapalem…

The Surya Kiran team showing some love during Aero India. | Photo Credit: K. BHAGYA PRAKASH  With Valentine’s Day falling…

Movies, books, and songs over the years have led us to believe in the idea of a holiday romance. New…

Muhammed Dilshad in Mozambique | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Before his first trip to Kashmir on a Royal Enfield bike…

The air-conditioned ferries are said to be the first of their kind in Asia under a single command and control…

People taking a ride on the tethered hot air balloon in Araku | Photo Credit: KR Deepak The verdant valleys…

Tea plantations | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement A mighty gaur amidst lush green tea gardens and misty hills in the…

As the narrow, winding ghat road meanders through the green hills of the Eastern Ghats, a journey to Lambasingi feels…

As the plane touches down at Tribhuvan International Airport, the majestic sight of the Himalayas greets passengers with their snow-capped…

For Kashmir native Krishan Anand, Gulmarg is more than just a picturesque ski destination — it is a repository of…

There are two things that make visiting a new destination truly authentic. The first is researching the place to immerse…

One of the tea estates that will be part of Chai@Vagamon | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT With her new project…

Flying from Singapore to Kertajati is an experience: from the aircraft’s window, one can see the Indonesian sea dotted with…

In the landscape of Shillong’s picturesque, cherry blossom-lined Ward’s Lake, conversations on literature flowed, spilled and beguiled literary enthusiasts for…

Children celebrating the Sankranthi samburallu in Karimnagar town on Friday. | Photo Credit: UPPU DAMODAR During the festival of kites…

Pilgrims at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, venue of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 | Photo Credit: Sandeep Saxena Be ready to…

M&N Chocolate Festival | Photo Credit: Sathyamoorthy M Ooty’s annual chocolate festival is back, and this year, the organisers promise,…

The longest electric go-karting circuit in all of Maldives was inaugurated in Kandima Maldives in November, 2024 The longest electric go-karting…

People celebrating the end of the year at sunset in a local bar on the beach. File. | Photo Credit:…

Winter is the perfect time to hit the road and explore the diverse landscapes of India. Whether you crave snow-capped…

When it comes to conservation messaging, two distinct approaches often emerge. The first is a celebration — showcasing the planet’s…

It is a calm day for a boat ride, the breeze is a gentle caress. Conditions are ideal on the…

The rain tree on Veli Ground in Fort Kochi decorated with Santa Claus figurines and babubles | Photo Credit: VIBHU…

Christmas nostalgia in Kolkata transports me to the time when grandmothers baked cakes at home in large gas ovens. For…

There is more to Goa than night-long beach parties, adrenaline-filled sports activities, and coconut-tree-lined winding roads. To truly capture its…

Christmas nostalgia in Kolkata transports me to the time when grandmothers baked cakes at home in large gas ovens. For…

According to the Google Year in Search 2024 report, ten travel destinations sparked curiosity among travelers in India. This list…

The setting sun across the looming black rock formations casts a long, unhurried glow, before merging into the depths of…

In 2024, Indian travellers showed no signs of slowing down, with rising costs and uncertainties failing to dampen their enthusiasm.…

People walking through coffee plantations on the new wooden bridge developed by AP Forest Development Corporation close to Galikonda viewpoint,…

In the landscape of Shillong’s picturesque, cherry blossom-lined Ward’s Lake, conversations on literature flowed, spilled and beguiled literary enthusiasts for…

At Khweng Village | Photo Credit: Special Arrangements Travel is all about experiences. Some travel to see places, some to…

A pelican in flight at Telineelapuram village in Srikakulam district, 150 km away from Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit: KR Deepak…

On a crisp November morning, the Dal Lake glimmers with a liquid mercury under the muted winter sun. Spade-shaped paddles…

As winter paints Coimbatore’s skies with a softer light, the city’s wetlands stir with the promise of arrivals from distant…

Whitewashed monasteries, pine forests and glacial rivers, Bhutan is the last Shangri La. A small country of 8 lakh people,…

The all-familiar vendor’s cries of ‘chaai’ and ‘samosa’ are missing on this train. Instead, words like ‘startup’, ‘business plan’ and…

Just over 500 metres away from Ezhimala railway station at Kunhimangalam, Kannur, hidden from the rush of the city, nestled…

The Sahasradala Padma, a 1,000 petal lotus pattern at The Lotus Palace Chettinad | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Wherever you…

Every year, right after Diwali, Delhi-NCR resembles a smoke chamber. A thick layer of smog engulfs the city, skyrocketing the…

MakeMyTrip announced its compliance with GDPR [File] | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The online travel booking platform MakeMyTrip said it…

Treatment room at the retreat | Photo Credit: Alex Teuscher After finishing a small portion of mixed fruit puree in…

Asha Menon was nearing burnout. The 35-year-old marketing executive from Mumbai had spent years juggling a hectic work schedule with…

A hyperkinetic city with sprawling highways, towering glass clad buildings vying to compete with the Burj Khalifa, a torus shaped…

In the landscape of Shillong’s picturesque, cherry blossom-lined Ward’s Lake, conversations on literature flowed, spilled and beguiled literary enthusiasts for…

“How much longer?” asked Taran, huffing and puffing uphill. “See, it says only 10 minutes left,” smiled Amma. There had…

Sara Ali Khan | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Sara Ali Khan could be your wellness instructor. And no, we are…

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, bombs and guns across the world…

A view of the misty hills at 16 Degrees | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Have you heard of apple plums…

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 05: Akon visits SiriusXM Studios on November 05, 2024 in New York City. Michael…

I took my first mother-daughter vacation in 2014 to Edinburgh, a year after my father passed away. In the years…

The view from Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort and Spa at Silhouette Island On his lazy morning stroll, Jonathan hears the…

There is a saying among the safari guides of Rajasthan’s Ranthambhore National Park that if you spot a mongoose in…

Cosmos blossoms at the Ramva Village in Ukhrul, Manipur | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Sunsets are hazy and fog blankets…

Ahmedabad, steeped in a rich tapestry of mosques, tombs, and forts will captivate you at every turn, compelling you to…

Ten Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) bus services operating at 10-minute intervals in a closed loop along a well-planned route…

Participants at the Andhra Pradesh State Sea Kayaking and Standup Paddling Championship held in Rushikonda in Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL…

Imagine dropping tigers off your itinerary when in Jim Corbett and opting for a 35 km drive up to Bhaunkhal,…

Le Corbusier and Chandigarh, B.V. Doshi and Ahmedabad, Frank Lloyd Wright and American cities, Tadao Ando and his tryst with…

Anand in Namibia on day two of the International GS Trophy 2024 | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement For Anand, it…

A woman dressed in traditional Thai costume offers alms to a Buddhist monk during the Songkran celebrations, to commemorate the…

 In recent times, two major disasters happened at two popular tourist spots in India – at Joshimath in Uttarakhand and…

These destinations serve as silent witnesses to history’s darkest moments. If travelling back in time were possible, dark tourism would…

“You might think that this is a bit much but the first time I lay down and looked at a…

Examine a flight path map and you’ll notice an eerie absence: a hollow expanse where planes dare not venture. This…

Few years ago, Captain Vinod flew to Punjab for an unusual assignment — he was ferrying a couple from their…

The expansive marble-paved courtyard of Jama Masjid. Built during Ahmed Shah’s reign in the 15th century, it is one of…

In 2017, Jose Dominic was invited to dinner with the Salem family in Kochi’s Jew Town. Kenny Salem, an “old…

Where can you go for a short, three-day break, say a long weekend that serendipitously pops up on your calendar?…

Last week, a six-year-old elephant in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve in the Nilgiris was found lying weak and exhausted in…

Travel can be transformative, and great travel writing can be transformative too. A good travel book can feel both like…

File photo of a sanitary worker in Vijayawada. | Photo Credit: Ch. Vijaya Bhaskar Hill stations in India have witnessed a…

Perilla seeds, fermented bamboo shoot, soy beans, coffee grown in the Garo Hills, smoked fish, a beautiful book by Anurag…

My travels have always been spontaneous. We [wife Svetlana, and kids Zoraveur, 10, and Beyla, 5] don’t need an excuse…

‘In reality, vacations are anything but unoccupied.’ | Photo Credit: Illustrated by Allen Shaw My sister has been invited to…

May in Ayemenem is a hot, brooding month. The days are long and humid. The river shrinks and black crows…

Themes of migration and displacement are common in André Aciman’s fiction. | Photo Credit: Getty Images The Italian-American André Aciman…

It is 11 a.m. in Kodaikanal, and I am stuck in traffic at the junction near the town’s star attraction…