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The New Geography Of Overtourism: How Cruises and Short-Term Rentals Are Reshaping Destinations
Tourism is no longer evenly spread across destinations. In some places, it arrives in sudden waves from cruise ships; in others, it settles quietly into neighbourhoods through short-term rentals, reshaping how cities live, work and breathe
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Why Burnt-Out Indians Are Taking To The Road
Burnout, digital fatigue and endless routines are pushing more Indians towards the open road. What begins as a weekend escape is increasingly becoming a form of therapy, offering clarity, freedom, and a much-needed mental reset
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Sri Lanka Offers Free 30-Day Tourist ETA To Visitors From 40 Countries, Including India
Sri Lanka has scrapped the Electronic Travel Authorisation fee for tourists from 40 countries, including India, the UK, the US and China. Eligible travellers will now receive a free 30-day double-entry visa, though online approval remains mandatory
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From The Latest Issue: A Coastal Journey From Chennai To Puducherry With The Residency Towers
From the charged streets of Chennai to the slower rhythms of Puducherry, this journey moves between city and coast, following a shift in pace as much as place
India
From The Latest Issue: These Offbeat Summer Escapes Redefine Travel In 2026
From a hidden Lakshadweep island to an untouched Arunachal valley to Phu Quoc’s beaches to Swiss alpine drama, these summer escapes balance offbeat charm and global glamour, giving you the perfect mix of mountains, islands, and sea
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The World’s Largest Healing Dome Opens In Kerala: Why Travellers Are Choosing Tulåh Clinical Wellness
From personalised health programmes to the spectacular Sonorium, this new Kerala sanctuary offers a deeply transformative wellness experience
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Uber Launches Mediterranean Boat Rentals And London River Bus Expansion
Uber is expanding its summer travel offering in Europe, allowing users to book leisure boats, private yachts and water taxis across Mediterranean hotspots, alongside its river bus service on the Thames in London, all directly through the app
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Is Armenia The Caucasus’ Best-Kept Secret? Incredible Places To Visit And Experiences To Have
From ancient monasteries and dramatic mountain landscapes to world-class wine and a visa-friendly policy for Indians, Armenia is emerging as one of the most rewarding offbeat destinations in the Caucasus
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Goa Gets A New Wellness Address With Villa Raag By Kairali
Located in Agonda Beach, Villa Raag blends Ayurveda, yoga, privacy, and coastal luxury for wellness travellers
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Discovering Keonjhar And Muruguma During The Rains
From Odisha’s rain-soaked waterfalls to the misty hills and lakes of Muruguma in Purulia, these offbeat monsoon journeys reveal a quieter, greener side of eastern India beyond conventional tourist circuits
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La Dolce Vita Orient Express To Connect Rome And Istanbul: Route, Pricing, And Everything To Know
Launching in October 2026, the La Dolce Vita Orient Express will connect Rome and Istanbul on a five-day luxury rail journey featuring Michelin-starred dining, elegant suites, and iconic European stops
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10 Offbeat Places To Visit In The Northeast This Summer
Looking to skip the usual tourist trail this summer? These lesser-known destinations across Northeast India offer culture, landscapes, and experiences far from the crowds.
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IGI Airport Set for Major Upgrade with India’s First Driverless Air Train
Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport is set to introduce India’s first driverless Air Train, an Automated People Mover linking its terminals, Aerocity and Cargo City through a 7.7 km corridor aimed at easing transfers and reducing shuttle use
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From The Latest Issue: Inside Rajasthan’s Struggle To Save Its Camels
As Rajasthan’s camel population declines, pastoral communities are turning to milk markets, niche products, and tourism to sustain a centuries-old desert livelihood
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10 Must-Visit Temples In Uttarakhand This Summer
Whether you're seeking spiritual solace or mountain views, Uttarakhand's sacred temples offer a mix of faith, mythology, nature, and timeless Himalayan charm.
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IRCTC Announces Upgraded Golden Chariot Luxury Train For 2026–27 Season
IRCTC has announced the upgraded Golden Chariot Luxury Train for the 2026–27 tourist season, bringing back one of India’s well-known luxury rail journeys with improved facilities, updated onboard services, and fresh promotional offers for travellers
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Tanzania’s Cultural Tapestry: Where Ancient Traditions Survive In Modern Times
Ancient traditions are still lived across the world, not just preserved. In Tanzania, they remain part of everyday life, shaping how communities live, work, and pass on knowledge across generations in a way that feels immediate and present
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This Heritage Hotel Near Jodhpur Offers A Different Side Of Rajasthan
Forty kilometres from Jodhpur, a 300-year-old ancestral home has become one of Rajasthan's most compelling places to stay. Chandelao Garh is not trying to be a resort. That is entirely the point
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From The Latest Issue: The Endless Buddhist Trail Across Madhya Pradesh
From Sanchi’s monumental hill to solitary stupas scattered across forests and riverbanks, Madhya Pradesh reveals a network of Buddhist sites
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Planning A Europe Trip? A New EU Single-Ticket System Could Make Rail Travel Much Easier
The European Union wants to simplify train travel with single-ticket bookings, stronger passenger rights, and more transparent rail platforms
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The Forest Chapter Signals Sayaji Hotels’ Move Into Immersive Travel Experiences
Located near Gir National Park, The Forest Chapter marks Sayaji Hotels’ entry into experiential hospitality in India
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Top 6 Offline Travel Apps You Should Download Before Your Next Trip
From Google Maps to AllTrails, these offline travel apps help you navigate, translate, and stay safe without an internet connection
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India’s Newest Palace Hotel Is A Lesson In Crafty Opulence
Fairmont Udaipur is scale, spectacle, and luxury moulded together into a destination wedding retreat
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5 Blue Zones Where People Live The Longest, And Simple Habits Behind Their Longevity
From Okinawa to Sardinia, discover the regions where centenarians thrive and the simple daily habits that support healthy ageing
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From The Latest Issue: A Journey Through Sikkim’s Living Buddhist Traditions
A road trip through Sikkim reveals how prayer flags, meditation caves and mountain monasteries weave Buddhism into the landscape
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India’s First Underwater Warship Museum To Open In Sindhudurg: What Travellers Can Expect
The ambitious project aims to position Sindhudurg among the world’s leading underwater tourism destinations
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Planning A Monsoon Trip? Here’s How El Niño Could Affect Your Travel Plans
From drier hill stations to sudden urban flooding, here’s how El Niño may affect monsoon holidays in India this year, and what travellers should know before booking vacations
India
Sign Up For The Overnight Cruise To India’s Smouldering Island
A 143 km voyage from Port Blair leads into the Andaman Sea, where an overnight cruise brings you within sight of Barren Island, India’s only active volcano, rising sharply from the ocean with black lava slopes and occasional smoke from its crater