Adventure
Up Close & On The Prowl: Where To Spot Tigers In India’s Top Reserves
Experience India’s wilderness like never before—5 tiger reserves where tigers roam freely and every safari is a heart-pounding adventure
Experiences
Adventure
These 10 Hot Air Balloon Festivals Will Make You Want To Book A Flight Right Now
From Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys to Albuquerque’s record-breaking skies, these hot air balloon festivals turn sunrise into pure magic
Places of Interest
How Agatha Christie’s Most Atmospheric Mysteries Were Born In Egypt And The Near East
From cruising the Nile to wandering Petra and Baghdad, Agatha Christie turned her travels across Egypt and the Near East into unforgettable mysteries where the topography became as gripping as the crimes themselves
Places of Interest
From Lakes to Beaches: 7 Dreamy Valentine Week Destinations For Lovebirds To Fall In Love Again
Planning the most romantic Valentine’s Week ever? From dreamy houseboats in Kerala’s backwaters to snow-kissed lakes in Srinagar, here are seven breathtaking lovebird destinations that promise unforgettable moments and scenic beauty
Places of Interest
From Reel To Real: 8 Iconic Bollywood Film Shoot Locations Every Fan Must Visit
Cinema-inspired travel is on the rise, and here are 8 Bollywood film shoot locations that show how movies transformed ordinary places into iconic global travel destinations
Adventure
Plan Your Next Wildlife Adventure At These Incredible Whale Watching Destinations
From Iceland’s whale-rich bays to Mexico’s sheltered lagoons, these destinations bring you closer to some of the ocean’s most remarkable mammals. Discover which species to look for, when to visit and what else to experience along the way
Adventure
Cold Feet, Big Feelings: A Journey To The North Pole
Savi and Vid of Bruised Passports journeyed from Longyearbyen to the Geographic North Pole, discovering an Arctic world that offered more than wildlife encounters and photographs
Adventure
Where Was Tenzing Filmed? A Traveller’s Guide To Nepal And New Zealand
From Mustang’s stark Himalayan landscapes to New Zealand’s glacial peaks, trace the filming locations of Tenzing and discover the places that bring the story of the 1953 Everest ascent to life
Heritage
Sadipur’s 300-Year-Old Durga Puja: Where Ganesha And Kartikeya Switch Places
A centuries-old Durga Puja in Sadipur, East Burdwan, preserves distinctive rituals, from the reversed positions of Ganesha and Kartikeya to a horse-faced lion and a tradition rooted in the worship of Goddess Kali
Heritage
Durga Puja In Delhi: 9 Pandals To Add To Your Pandal Hopping List
From historic community pujas to theme-based pandals, explore 9 places in Delhi to experience Durga Puja, enjoy Bengali delicacies, and go pandal hopping
Heritage
Dussehra 2026: Why Maharashtra Exchanges Apta Leaves As Gold
Known as sona, Apta leaves symbolise prosperity on Dussehra in Maharashtra. Explore the mythology, Maratha history and customs behind the ritual
Heritage
The Fragrance Of Durga Puja: The Smells That Take Me Home To Siliguri
Durga Puja has a distinctive scent. I revisit the fragrances of shiuli flowers, smoky dhuno, and steaming khichuri through my memories of Siliguri
Heritage
6 Bonedi Bari Durga Pujas In Kolkata That Take You Through The City’s Aristocratic Past
Follow Kolkata’s historic Bonedi Bari Durga Puja trail from Shobhabazar to Barisha, stopping at ancestral homes for centuries-old rituals, distinctive idols, family traditions, and a glimpse of the city's legacy
Heritage
All You Need To Know About Bishnupur’s 1,030-Year-Old Durga Puja
Explore the history of Bishnupur’s Durga Puja, from its origins in 997 CE to its cannon firings, patachitra art, and midnight rituals
Heritage
Mahalaya Memories: Waking Up At 4 AM To Welcome Goddess Durga
I trace my Mahalaya memories through my mother's stories, Birendra Krishna Bhadra's iconic voice, and the changing ways Bengalis celebrate
Places of Interest
Inside Mackinac Island, The US Destination Where Cars Are Banned
From Fort Mackinac and Arch Rock to cycling trails and horse-drawn carriages, explore what to see and do on Mackinac Island
Places of Interest
Stay In A 200-Year-Old Lockhouse Along Maryland's Historic C&O Canal
Once home to canal lock-keepers, eight historic C&O Canal lockhouses in Maryland now offer travellers a unique overnight experience
Nature
Tigers, The Wild, And A Lifetime In India’s Forests
A lifelong journey through India’s predator landscapes, from tiger forests and leopard country to the villages that continue to live with, tolerate and protect the wild
Food and Drink
India Is Rediscovering The Intelligence Of Its Regional Ingredients
After decades of looking outwards for culinary sophistication, India is rediscovering the depth, diversity and intelligence of its own regional ingredients
Places of Interest
In Search Of Beauty
From Ottoman grandeur to Parisian restraint and Milanese precision, a journey through the cities that continue to inspire artistic expression
Heritage
Family, Memory, And The Legacy Of A Royal Estate
From childhood summers to restored rooms and children’s footsteps, a family home becomes a place where the past is honoured and life begins again
Nature
8 Animals To Look For In The Little Rann Of Kutch
From elusive wolves and striped hyenas to graceful chinkaras and vivid flamingos, discover eight striking animals that bring the stark salt flats, grasslands, and wetlands of the Little Rann of Kutch to life
Places of Interest
From The Latest Issue: Following The Feeling
The thing we want to experience can now be the reason we choose the place: a textile, a festival, a snow leopard, a way of life
Places of Interest
From The Latest Issue: Sacred By Nature
From Meghalaya’s ancient groves and Sikkim’s remote lakes to Kerala’s ritual landscapes, these places reveal how nature, belief and tradition shape spiritual journeys
Heritage
9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites In Czech Republic To Add To Your Itinerary
From Prague’s medieval streets to Český Krumlov’s riverside charm, explore nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites that showcase Czechia’s architecture, history, landscapes, and cultural heritage
Places of Interest
The Czech Town Where A Chapel Is Made From Human Bones
In Kutná Hora, the Sedlec Ossuary turns the remains of tens of thousands of medieval dead into chandeliers, pyramids and a Schwarzenberg coat of arms. Its macabre interiors conceal a much deeper story of famine, plague, faith, and archaeology
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
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
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
Adventure
India’s Wildlife Season Begins: 9 Safaris To Take This October
From Tadoba to Manas, discover 9 Indian national parks and tiger reserves to visit this October as the post-monsoon wildlife season begins
Adventure
10 Most Beautiful Cycling Routes In The World
From mountain roads and coastal highways to lavender fields and riverside trails, these cycling routes pair memorable rides with some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes
Places of Interest
7 Underrated Winter Destinations In India For Your Next Escape
Looking beyond Manali and Shimla? Discover 7 offbeat winter destinations in India, from Gurez Valley and Chatpal to Sissu and Munsiyari