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India’s Luxury Cruise Market Is Growing Up, and HENRYs and DINKs Are Steering It
Mumbai has lined up eight premium and luxury cruise calls for 2026-27. Who’ll fill the cabins? India’s HENRYs, who splurge on suites and status, and DINKs, who’d rather buy time, quiet seasons, and experiences
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5 Former Schools Around The World That Are Now Luxury Hotels
These five luxury hotels were once schools, from Kyoto and London to Ireland, Park City and Tuscany, blending historic architecture with contemporary stays
Places of Interest
Why A 700-Year-Old Ganesha Idol Stands Beside An Active Volcano
Near the crater of Mount Bromo in East Java stands a Ganesha idol believed to be around 700 years old. Here’s what to know about the shrine, the Tenggerese community and the traditions surrounding the active volcano
Destinations
From The Latest Issue: Stebin Ben & Nupur Sanon’s Two-Tradition Wedding
Explore Stebin Ben and Nupur Sanon’s wedding story in the latest issue of Outlook Traveller, featuring Christian and Hindu ceremonies at Raffles Udaipur
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The Oberoi Sukoonvilas To Open In Saudi Arabia’s Wadi Safar In 2027
The Oberoi Sukoonvilas will be the first hotel in Wadi Safar, Saudi Arabia, when it opens in 2027. Set above a 70-metre escarpment, the resort will feature 60 villas, 10 residences, and four dining venues
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10 Places Across India That Offer A Deeper Look At Gandhi’s Life
Follow Gandhi’s footsteps across India, from his birthplace in Porbandar to the cities and villages that influenced his ideas and work
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3 Best Lodges In Pench For The 2026-27 Safari Season
Pench National Park reopens for the 2026-27 safari season on October 1. From tree houses and tented camps to classic jungle bungalows, these three lodges make a strong base for exploring tiger country
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7 UNESCO Sites Across The Czech Republic That Are Worth The Detour
From medieval towns and Gothic churches to Baroque gardens and Renaissance castles, these seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites reveal the architectural and cultural layers that make the Czech Republic worth exploring beyond Prague
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This 19th-Century Trading Post In Arctic Norway Is Now A Heritage Stay
On a remote island above the Arctic Circle, a historic trading post has been transformed into a family-run heritage stay surrounded by the Helgeland coast
India
Got Three Days? 8 Getaways For The Gandhi Jayanti Long Weekend
Leave the city behind for three days this Gandhi Jayanti, From old forts and Mughal landmarks to forest safaris and coastal stays, these eight getaways make a short break feel considerably longer
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Gandhi’s Train Journeys: How The Railways Became Part Of His Political Journey
From being thrown off a train in Pietermaritzburg to travelling third class across India, the railway was a recurring presence in Gandhi’s life, and a stage for his politics
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Where To Go This Gandhi Jayanti Weekend: 7 Stays To Consider
Planning a three-day break this Gandhi Jayanti? Here are seven stays for nature, heritage, wellness and unhurried time away from the city
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Philippine Airlines To Bring Direct Delhi And Mumbai Flights To Manila
The new services will mark Philippine Airlines' return to India after 13 years and introduce the first nonstop Mumbai-Manila connection
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Koder House Mishap In Kochi: Fire Damages Fort Kochi’s 1808 Heritage Landmark
A major fire broke out at Koder House in Fort Kochi on September 29, damaging the historic heritage property. As officials assess the destruction, here is why the 1808 mansion matters to Kochi’s Jewish, colonial, and commercial history
Places of Interest
Want To Stay In A Monastery? These 6 Hotels Let You Do Just That
These six former monasteries have been transformed into hotels, pairing historic architecture with modern comforts, spas, and scenic settings
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International Coffee Day: How Dushyant Singh Is Changing The Way Jaipur Experiences Coffee
Dushyant Singh traces India’s coffee culture: From the beverage’s rise as a lifestyle product to the growing demand for experimentation and creative café experiences
International
7 Best Places To Visit In Algarve For Beaches, History, And Unforgettable Experiences
From cliff-framed beaches and Moorish castles to historic ports, island escapes and mountain springs, these are seven of the best places to visit in Algarve, Portugal, for a trip that goes beyond its famous coastline
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SUJÁN Enters Africa With Chiawa Camp And Old Mondoro Acquisition In Zambia
SUJÁN has acquired Chiawa Camp and Old Mondoro in Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park, marking its first significant international expansion and taking its conservation-led safari model to Africa
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Why They Sleep Where Murders Happened: The Psychology Behind Dark Tourism
Travellers are booking beds in Lizzie Borden’s house and joining tours of Pablo Escobar’s Medellín. A psychiatrist and a counsellor psychologist explain why morbid places pull us in, and where curiosity turns into voyeurism
International
Why The Azores Should Be On Every Nature Lover’s Portugal Itinerary
Portugal’s Azores brings together volcanic peaks, crater lakes, rural villages, vineyards, geothermal springs, and some of the Atlantic’s best whale watching
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What If Your Sikkim Stay Was The Destination Too? Five Stays Framed By Mountains And Local Life
From Gangtok to Pelling, these five stays bring together Himalayan landscapes, local traditions, heritage and slow travel
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Tamara Leisure Experiences To Expand To 40 Properties Across India By 2030
From Kaziranga and Alleppey to Bodh Gaya and Bengaluru, know all about Tamara Leisure Experiences’ plans to expand its India portfolio by 2030
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How India’s Coastline Is Emerging As An Underwater Adventure Circuit
From the Andamans and Lakshadweep to Goa and Puducherry, India’s coastal destinations are coming together as a diverse underwater adventure circuit
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World Tourism Day 2026: How AI Is Quietly Rewriting The Way India Travels
This World Tourism Day, three travel-tech leaders running an AI concierge, a corporate travel platform, and an itinerary planner explain what AI actually gets right in travel planning, and where a human still has to sign off
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From The Latest Issue: Finding Meaning In The Places We Marry
From Miami beaches and Seattle art galleries to courthouse weddings and road-trip honeymoons, explore how meaningful places can shape our wedding memories
India
World Tourism Day 2026: A Journey Through Sarnath Taught Me Why Travel Is More Than Sightseeing
In Sarnath, a journey through Buddhist heritage becomes an invitation to slow down, look closer and experience a place beyond the itinerary
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Royal Orchid Hotels Launches Regenta Place, Golden Castle In Baddi, With 43 Rooms, A Sky Bar, And Spa
Royal Orchid Hotels has launched Regenta Place, Golden Castle, Baddi, a 43-key hotel in Himachal Pradesh’s industrial hub, with contemporary rooms, all-day dining, a rooftop bar, event spaces, a pool, and spa
Adventure
From The Latest Issue: A Road Trip Along Melbourne’s Great Ocean Road
From Melbourne to the Great Ocean Road, a journey through Victoria reveals a state that's wild, welcoming and wonderfully laid-back