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Clilly4/Wiki Commons : Kaikōura seen from Kaikōura Peninsula
International

Kaikōura: A Remote Coastal Town Where Whales, Mountains, and Māori Heritage Meet At The Edge Of The Sea

OT Staff

Clilly4/Wiki Commons : Kaikōura seen from Kaikōura Peninsula
International

Kaikōura: A Remote Coastal Town Where Whales, Mountains, and Māori Heritage Meet At The Edge Of The Sea

OT Staff

Shutterstock : Views from treks of Northeast India
India

8 Best Trekking Routes In India For Beginners

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
International

Why New Zealand Is Turning Into The World’s Astro-Tourism Capital

Anuradha Sengupta

Shutterstock : Misty forests blanket the hills of Mussoorie and Landour
India

From The Latest Issue: Footnotes From The Himalaya

Stephen Alter

Wikimedia Commons : The Rath Yatra at Puri
India

Rath Yatra 2026: 6 Best Things To Do In Puri

Witness the chariot procession, savour Mahaprasad, explore Konark and discover the cultural heart of Puri during Rath Yatra 2026

Debarati Pal

Unsplash : Ghats of Varanasi
India

7 Best Spiritual Destinations To Visit In India This Shravan

Celebrate this month of worship and devotion by visiting these 7 auspicious holy sites across India

Suramya

Shutterstock : Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
India

8 Spiritual Getaways In India To Truly Unwind

Need a break that isn't packed with sightseeing? These destinations invite you to slow down, embrace stillness, and reconnect with yourself at your own pace

Tenzin Chodon

AshLin/Wiki Commons : Diorama and wax figures of Nocte people at Jawaharlal Nehru Museum, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
India

Itanagar: The Land Of Surprises, Sudden Rains, Kiwis, And Great Potential

A missed trip to the Ziro Valley left me three days in Arunachal Pradesh’s capital, Itanagar. Here’s a guide to experiencing and understanding a place full of surprises and potential

Aanchal Poddar

Pexels : Fushimi Inari Taisha
International

8 Lesser-Known Places To Visit In Japan Beyond Tokyo

Tokyo is unforgettable, but Japan has many other places that are as wonderful. These eight destinations offer beautiful landscapes, old towns, and memorable experiences away from the crowds.

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : Mexico City
International

10 Most Colourful Places In Mexico For Stunning Photographs

From rainbow-coloured towns to turquoise lagoons, these destinations show why Mexico is one of the world's most photogenic countries.

Tenzin Chodon

MBL1/Shutterstock : Taking a parikrama of Mt Kailash
India

The Sacred Circuit Of Mount Kailash: A Guide To The 3-Day Parikrama

Why do thousands walk around, not up, Mount Kailash? Explore the spiritual and practical guide to the Kailash Parikrama

Rooplekha Das

Shutterstock : Urique Canyon within Copper Canyon, Chihuahua
International

7 Best Nature Spots In Mexico

Mexico's wild side goes far beyond its beaches. These breathtaking landscapes are home to ancient forests, deserts, canyons and extraordinary wildlife waiting to be explored

Tenzin Chodon

Shenaz Treasury  : Treasury has travelled solo to over a hundred countries
International

From The Latest Issue: Going It Alone

From ships and hostels to unfamiliar cities, a life shaped by movement

Shenaz Treasury

Debmalya Das  : Dashabujha Durga Medho where young girls get dressed as Goddess Durga and perform on the streets
India

Did You Know About Puri's Eight-Century-Old Celebration Of Myth And Martial Arts?

Step into Puri's Sahi Jata, an 800-year-old cultural tradition blending martial arts, mythology, devotion and spectacular street performances

Debmalya Das

Unsplash : Acapulco, Mexico
International

7 Hidden Beaches in Mexico Worth Skipping Cancún For

If you’re looking forward to a quiet beach adventure away from the crowds, skip the hotspots like Cancún. Here are 7 offbeat spots you can add to your itinerary instead!

Suramya

Shutterstock : A houseboat in Alappuzha backwaters reflects Tharoor’s evolving sense of home
India

From The Latest Issue: The Cartography Of Belonging

An Election campaign across Kerala becomes pilgrimage through culture, faith, and landscapes

Shashi Tharoor

Deposit Photos : Grace Muivah of Ngarum Coffee, which works with 35 growers across Nagaland and the Assam hills
India

From The Latest Issue: Between Two Brews

India’s coffee culture inhabits parallel worlds—one rooted in affordability, the other in craft. From Kolkata coffee houses to roasteries in Bengaluru, the cup has evolved, even as its social role remains intact

Raul Dias

Shutterstock : Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh
India

8 Offbeat Monsoon Getaways In India

Monsoon is a great time to skip the usual tourist spots and explore quieter places. These eight destinations become greener, calmer, and worth visiting in the rains.

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : Sela Pass, the gateway to Tawang 
at 13,700 ft in western Arunachal Pradesh
India

From The Latest Issue: From Margins To Map

Once seen as distant and difficult to access, the Northeast is now part of India’s mainstream travel imagination. But visibility brings both opportunity and pressure

Hoihnu Hauzel

Thomas Klockseth : The Matakana Village farmers market
International

Matakana: How A Farmers' Market Changed The Tourism Game For An Old Lumber Village

In Matakana, one simple idea transformed an old lumber village into one of New Zealand's most creative and sustainable tourism destinations

Shalbha Sarda

Shutterstock : Gurudongmar Lake
India

9 Clearest Lakes In India You Need To Visit At Least Once

Discover India's clearest lakes, known for crystal-clear waters, spectacular reflections, and unforgettable mountain scenery

Tenzin Chodon

Hauke Thimm/Wiki Commons : Many major festivals have added silent disco stages
International

Why Music Festival Culture Is Moving Towards Silence And The New Era of Low-Noise Music Travel

Music festivals are beginning to shift in a surprising direction. After years of bigger stages, louder sound, and larger crowds, a quieter model is emerging—one built around headphones, intimate settings, and more controlled listening environments

OT Staff

Shutterstock : Unlike the freewheeling “boondocking” style abroad, overnight halts here are generally limited to approved caravan parks
India

Where To Start Your Caravan Journey In India: Buying Options And Top Destinations

Caravan travel in India is still in its early days, but it’s picking up fast, with states building routes and facilities. Here’s a look at where you can buy a caravan and the best places to take it on the road

OT Staff

Vandana M Jagwani  : Vandana M Jagwani at Cannes
International

My First Cannes: A Riviera Journey Beyond The Red Carpet

Some trips become memorable long after returning; not only because of the place but because of its significance and symbolism. This summer trip to Cannes can be called such. In fact, this trip to Cannes became a true milestone and an ideal dream

Vandana M Jagwani

Shutterstock : Cinque Terre, Italy
International

Italy Tops The World With 61 UNESCO Sites; Here’s A Curated Look

Italy leads the world with 61 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This curated list highlights the best cultural and geological treasures, from ancient cities and vineyards to stunning natural landscapes

OT Staff

iStock : Drag queens from Vietnam visited Delhi this June for a Pride Month show (representational)
India

Queening Out: What My First Drag Show Taught Me About Community Across Asia

What a Pride Month drag show featuring performers from Vietnam and India revealed about chosen families, cultural identity and resilience that shape queer communities across Asia

Antaraa Chatterjee

Deposit Photos : The former British summer capital is now one of Indias most-favoured hill stations
India

Skip The Crowds. Discover These 8 Himachal Hill Stations Perfect To Beat The Heat

Looking for a Himachal escape without the crowds? Discover 5 offbeat hill stations and 3 popular favourites, complete with what to see, where to go, and what to eat

Anwesha Santra

Unsplash : Discover 8 of the worlds best theme parks to visit in 2026
International

8 Theme Parks Worth Travelling For In 2026

Planning a theme park holiday in 2026? Explore the world's most exciting parks, featuring Disney, Universal, Europa-Park and more

Rooplekha Das

Rudra Narayan Mitra/Shutterstock : People browse books at the Boi Mela in Kolkata
India

India’s Literary Cities: A Journey Through Books, Streets, And Stories

India’s cities reveal themselves best through their bookshops, libraries, and readers. From Kolkata’s second-hand book lanes to Kozhikode’s coastal literary spaces and Gangtok’s hill cafés, each place carries its own way of telling stories

OT Staff

Dr Mitali Baruah/Shutterstock : Nubra Valley in Leh
India

Best Places To Visit In India In July: Hills, Beaches, Culture, And More

July in India brings the monsoon in full swing, transforming hills, coasts, and valleys into lush, misty landscapes. From rain-washed beaches to blooming mountains and open high-altitude roads, it’s a unique time to explore the country

OT Staff

Chong Fat/Wiki Commons : The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival is one of the most anticipated traditional celebrations
International

Dragon Boats And Beyond: A Guide to Hong Kong's Summer Celebrations

The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival brings drums, colour, and fierce racing to Victoria Harbour, but June in the city offers far more than the shoreline spectacle, from cultural festivals and island escapes to evening cruises and local food trails

OT Staff

Unsplash  : Aerial view of Willemstad, Curacao
International

Looking To Explore The FIFA Debutante Curaçao? Here’s A Quick 4-Day Travel Itinerary

From triggering your creative sensibilities to offering a rich heritage experience, Curaçao offers the full package. Our 4-day itinerary illustrates a quick Caribbean getaway. This FIFA season, let the blue wave topple you over!

Suramya

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