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Coca-Cola And Ice Cream: The American Taste Of Home In Wartime Calcutta
During the Second World War, Coca-Cola and ice cream travelled through American military supply networks to Calcutta, giving U.S. troops familiar tastes thousands of miles from home
Responsible Tourism
Rann Utsav 2026-27: Everything You Need To Know Before Visiting Kutch
From moonlit salt flats and Kutchi folk traditions to Ajrakh textiles, regional food and desert excursions, here’s everything you need to know before visiting Rann Utsav this winter
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Kolkata Cocktail Weekend Raised The City’s Drinks Profile With Roaring Success
The first event of its kind saw industry-wide collaborations among the city’s best bars
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This Czech Mountain Hotel Looks Like A Spaceship, And It Was Built To Defy The Wind
Perched 1,012 metres above Liberec, Hotel Ještěd looks like a spaceship hovering over the Czech mountains. Its futuristic form was engineered to withstand fierce winds while housing a hotel, restaurant, and television transmitter
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The Hotel That Has Its Own Railway Station: Inside Gleneagles, Scotland’s Legendary Railway Hotel
Built by a railway company in the heart of Perthshire, Gleneagles was designed to bring luxury travellers straight into Scotland’s countryside. A century later, its railway connection remains one of the most unusual chapters in its story
Destinations
A Wedding In The Wild: Natasha Mahapatro And Rajat Khanna In Ranthambore
A musical Ranthambore wedding brought together Rajasthan’s traditions, family recipes, travel memories and the couple’s shared history
Destinations
From The Latest Issue: Inside Randeep Hooda And Lin Laishram’s Meitei Wedding In Manipur
During their Manipur wedding, Lin Laishram took Randeep Hooda to Ibudhou Marjing Temple, a site linked to the Meitei deity of polo and horses
Heritage
On A Heritage Walk Through Qutub Minar, I Found More Than A Monument
Ahead of World Tourism Day, a heritage walk through Qutub Minar revealed how stories of dynasties, architectural ambition and forgotten details can transform a familiar monument into a richer experience of Delhi’s past
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Where To Stay In Ahmedabad For Navratri: Four Hotels For Garba, Food And Festive Nights
Planning a Navratri trip to Ahmedabad? These five hotels offer convenient access to garba venues, late-night food spots and different parts of the city
India
Beyond Holidays: Travel Is Changing The Way India Grows
As travel grows beyond holidays and sightseeing, tourism is becoming a powerful force for local economies, livelihoods and national integration
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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
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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
Places of Interest
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
Places of Interest
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
Places of Interest
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
News
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