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Dry Day In Delhi NCR? Try These Zero-Proof Cocktails Beyond The Usual Mocktails
From sober Negronis to zero-proof Bellinis, Delhi NCR has plenty of options beyond the usual mocktail
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The Whale: Norway’s New Arctic Museum Is Set To Open In 2027
Opening in Andøya in June 2027, The Whale will bring visitors closer to Norway’s marine life while examining the science, culture, and history surrounding the country’s relationship with whales
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Thailand Plans New Tourist Fee As It Rolls Out Domestic Travel Subsidy
Thailand could introduce a tourist fee for foreign visitors as it prepares a THB 1.75 billion scheme to boost domestic travel
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Dubai Airport To Host Community Walk For Travellers On August 14
Dubai Airport is joining Dubai Mallathon with a community walk on August 14, open to travellers of all ages and abilities
International
Inside Sudan’s Nubian Pyramids: Exploring The Ancient Cities Of Meroë, Nuri And El-Kurru
From Meroë to Jebel Barkal, discover Sudan's extraordinary Nubian pyramids, Kushite kings and queens, and one of Africa's greatest ancient civilisations
Places of Interest
Where Was ‘My Life With The Walter Boys’ Filmed? Explore The Real-Life Locations
From sprawling ranches to historic town centres, discover the real-life Alberta locations that bring Silver Falls to life in Netflix’s "My Life With The Walter Boys"
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Delhi Unveils Four Tourism Circuits To Showcase Its Spiritual And Heritage Side
The four proposed routes connect some of Delhi's most significant spiritual and heritage landmarks, offering visitors a new way to explore the capital
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Kaziranga Eco-Sensitive Zone To Be Reduced To 1 Km? Why Conservationists Are Concerned
Assam will approach the Centre to reduce Kaziranga’s ESZ from 10 km to 1 km, amid debate over infrastructure, mining and wildlife protection
Nature
Meet Parbati Barua: India’s First Female Elephant Mahout Who Trained 500+ Elephants
Born into Assam’s royal family, Parbati Barua became India’s first female elephant mahout and a respected voice in elephant conservation
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World’s First Cross-Border Cable Car To Link China And Russia By Year-End
A new ropeway across the Heilongjiang River will link China and Russia, with two cabins carrying 110 passengers each
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India's Untapped Tourism Goldmine Isn't Goa Or Kashmir, It's Small-Town India
India's next tourism boom may not come from its iconic destinations but from its small towns, where improved connectivity, authentic experiences, local traditions, and community-led travel are reshaping the future of Indian tourism
Adventure
The Ocean Is Watching: Why Every Diver Now Carries The Weight Of The Reef
As Indian travellers dive into scuba in record numbers, coral reefs are bleaching at a record rate too. PADI speaks to Outlook Traveller on buoyancy, ethics, and why the ocean needs divers to become its protectors, not just its tourists
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What Is A Menty B Break? How Wellness Travel Is Redefining Holidays
From digital fatigue to burnout, discover how wellness travel and “Menty B” breaks are helping travellers recharge before stress takes over
India
Puri Travel Diary: Walking Beside My Mother Through Odisha's Spiritual Heart
A last-minute train journey to Odisha unfolded into a memorable experience of temple visits, seaside walks, local food, and conversations that will last a lifetime
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How Carpooling Is Becoming An Integral Part Of India's Domestic Travel Network
Improved highways, expanding accommodation options, and rising travel costs are making long-distance carpooling a popular choice for intercity journeys across India. Here's how shared mobility is reshaping domestic road travel
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If Your 2026 Calendar Still Has Room, These Festivals Are Worth The Journey
From Scotland's Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Germany's Oktoberfest to Tomorrowland's Asian debut in Thailand and India's Hornbill Festival, these eight celebrations promise culture, music, food, and traditions that make every journey worthwhile
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Delhi's Four Eco-Friendly Tourism Circuits To Boost Spiritual And Heritage Tourism
The Delhi government is introducing four eco-friendly tourism circuits to help visitors explore the city's temples, gurudwaras, churches and heritage sites
India
6 Offbeat Weekend Getaways From Kolkata For A Quick Independence Day Break
From Mousuni Island to Jhargram, discover 6 lesser-known places near Kolkata for an easy Independence Day weekend escape
Heritage
National Handloom Day 2026: The Threads India Is Losing
As India marks National Handloom Day, six textile traditions—from Toda embroidery to Patan’s double-ikat Patola—survive on the hands of a dwindling few
Places of Interest
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Filming Locations: All The Real Places Where Marvel Shot The Movie
Discover the real filming locations of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, from Glasgow and London to Kent and Surrey, and plan your own Marvel-inspired UK trip
OT Pours
A Round Of Drinks With Shakespeare, Sagan, And A Sun God At The Library Bar
Eight novels, one Inca Sun God, and a glass of banana-infused gin later, I worked through The Library Bar’s new literature-themed menu at The Leela Palace New Delhi—here’s what an evening inside its leather-bound bar book actually feels like
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Oberoi Group To Develop 20 Wellness-Focused Luxury Resorts Across India And Overseas
The latest partnership with Bhartiya Hospitality will bring 20 wellness-focused luxury resorts to India and overseas over the coming years
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Hyatt Place Makes Its Vithalapur Debut With A New 108-Room Hotel
Hyatt Place Vithalapur is the first globally recognised hotel brand in the town, offering 108 rooms for business and leisure travellers
Places of Interest
Inside Jharipani Castle: The Heritage Home That Became Netflix's Musafir Cafe
Netflix's Musafir Cafe has turned Mussoorie's Jharipani Castle into a sought-after destination. Beyond its on-screen fame, the restored heritage home reflects India's growing preference for authentic travel experiences over conventional luxury
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How The sā Ladakh Biennale Is Reimagining The Art Biennale In The Himalayas
Running from August 1–10 across eight sites, the sā Ladakh Biennale transforms Ladakh's villages, monasteries, and landscapes into the world's highest regenerative land art biennale
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A New Museum In Delhi Explores 200 Years Of Indian Craft And Everyday Life
From Jamdani and Phulkari to brass lotas and carved toys, Delhi’s new museum celebrates India’s rich everyday craft traditions
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India's Tiger Conservation Faces A New Threat: Vanishing Prey
India has more wild tigers than any other country, but a new NTCA roadmap warns that prey is disappearing, habitats are degrading, and entire reserves are falling silent. The crisis, it argues, begins long before the tiger vanishes
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Glaw Lake Named Arunachal Pradesh's First Ramsar Site, Becomes India's 101st Wetland
Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh has been designated India's 101st Ramsar Site, becoming the state's first wetland of international importance. Here's why the recognition matters for biodiversity, conservation, and travel in the Eastern Himalayas