The experience of a road trip, and many are sure to vouch for this, is like no other. You have the freedom of driving at your own pace, exploring regions that you feel are worth stopping at and savouring at…

The drive down from Leh into the Nubra Valley after traversing the precipitous Khardung La, offers the first glimpse of Ladakh’s famously awe-inspiring vistas. The Shyok and Nubra Rivers cut through deep valleys characterised by craggy mountains, stark rocky slopes…

When excitement reaches fever pitch across the world on the day of FIFA final, the only way to watch the winning goal is on a big screen, sipping your favourite brew and munching mouth-watering snacks. Make that crucial match count,…

Every year as the monsoon season arrives thousands of devotees start their religious journey from all over the country – small villages, mid-sized towns and the urban centres – to the town of Puri in Odisha. The air is thick…

If you have loved Goa for its sun, sand and sea, then it is time you take another look at it- during monsoons.  This is the season to experience a different side of this gorgeous state- one that lets you…

Nature’s bounty waits at Mahabaleshwar. Its green mountains and red earth, beautiful lakes and pleasant weather, have made this hill station a hit with holidaymakers and honeymooning couples. The best thing about the hill station of Mahabaleshwar is the jaw-dropping…

There are many ways to enjoy the monsoon season. My favourite is to sit on an armchair on an open verandah with a cup of masala chai, listening to the pitter patter of raindrops falling on the roof. And if…

Hindu pilgrims, Bengali holidaymakers and foreign travellers all make their way to Puri. For Hindus, Puri is one of the holiest pilgrimage places in India, with religious life revolving around the great Jagannath Mandir and its famous Rath Yatra. The…

Every city looks prettier in the monsoons and Mumbai rains are one of a kind. Whether you love them or hate them, they are sure to make you want all things hot, crispy and slurp-worthy. Here’s a list of the…

About 45 kilometres from Uttarkashi town in Uttarakhand, Raithal keeps away from the tourist’s map. On the contrary, its neighbour, just 23km away, Barsu, is a popular spot for travellers and specifically, trekkers who pursue the Dayara Bugyal trek. Raithal…

Punjab’s cities, culture and cuisine are one of the most vibrant in India. The ebullience of their performing arts, their proud martial and sporting traditions, and the scenic beauty of their farmlands is matched by the faith and element of…

A fashion conscious state, the young and the old like dressing up here, whether in traditional clothing or in contemporary outfits. Handloom and handicrafts are major industries in the state and at last count there were more than three lakh…

Family travel is on the rise. Whether it is young adults travelling with their senior parents or young parents seeking a break with their children, spending time with our loved ones is increasingly growing. If you are looking at international,…

The sweltering heat of summers often gets people to look for those quick and cool getaways around their cities. Along with an escape from the heat, if the place gives a respite from the maddening crowds, a small weekend is…

An off-the-beaten-track favourite for more adventurous types, Odisha (Orissa) rewards those who make the effort with an intricate patchwork of history, fascinating tribal culture and natural beauty, along with an old-fashioned sprinkling of sun and sand. The top destinations of…

Food prepared for the deities in the temples is considered sacred. Ritual preparation of food to various Gods makes prasadam a sanctified offering. The food that is ceremoniously offered is shared with as many devotees as are present in the…

Much before the state of Madhya Pradesh became dotted with lodgings among the sprawling national parks, parts of these stretches of forested area, such as the ones around Bandhavgarh, were hunting grounds belonging to local maharajas. Evidently, royalty and luxury…

A quaint French setting, subcontinental aesthetics and a blended cuisine- all together attract travellers to the small Union Territory of Pondicherry, fondly called as Pondy. The internationally famous Sri Aurobindo Ashram and the town of Auroville, draw large numbers of…

As writers, we all have our individual rhythms and unique processes that stimulate us to create an original piece of work. Some find stillness in chaos; they do some of their best writing when surrounded by a medley of sounds.…

Cambodia, a country blessed with impressive architecture, culture, and breath-taking countryside has plenty to offer to the travellers. Apart from the capital- Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, remote islands of Koh Rong and the temple town of Siem Reap are worth a…

The very meaning of Meghalaya – abode of clouds- says a lot about the natural beauty that has been bestowed upon this place. The comparison with the West’s picture-perfect vistas in Scotland, to the extent of being colonially heralded as…

If you still haven’t planned your summer holiday, there’s good news – we’ll have you sorted with the Last-Minute Summer Getaways in our March 2018 issue! Go picnicking in a Champagne vineyard, take an art workshop in Provence and explore…