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Shiladitya Chaudhury : An African civet cat at night in its habitat
Nature

After Dark: Why India's Biggest Wildlife Experts Think Night Safaris Are A Terrible Idea

Anwesha Santra

Shiladitya Chaudhury : An African civet cat at night in its habitat
Nature

After Dark: Why India's Biggest Wildlife Experts Think Night Safaris Are A Terrible Idea

Anwesha Santra

Shutterstock : Key Gompa is Spiti Valley’s oldest Tibetan Buddhist monastery
Experiences

Best Time To Visit Spiti Valley In 2026: A Season-Wise Guide To Planning Your Trip

Tenzin Chodon

Hien Phung Thu/Shutterstock : Hoi An ancient town, a UNESCO World Heritage site at Quang Nam province in Vietnam
Heritage

Discover Vietnam’s 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites For Your Next Trip

Rooplekha Das

Unsplash : Ladakhs night sky offers exquisite views of the meteor showers
Places of Interest

Six Asia-Pacific Destinations To Watch The August Perseid Meteor Shower

Debarati Pal

Instagram: @evolution_35 : A shot from Tulum, Mexico
Adventure

8 Best Adventure Destinations In Mexico For Thrill-Seekers

From white-water rafting and cave diving to surfing, zip-lining, and mountain climbing, these eight destinations across Mexico promise unforgettable outdoor adventures for every kind of thrill-seeker

Debarati Pal

Shutterstock : Europes newest hiking route is built for long-distance explorers
Adventure

This New European Hiking Trail Crosses Six Countries Over 3,494 KM

The Wolf Trail is Europe's newest long-distance hiking route, spanning six countries with breathtaking landscapes and alpine adventures

Rooplekha Das

Wikimedia Commons : Temple of Wat Arun
Places of Interest

Bangkok by First Light: A Temple Trail From Dawn To Dusk

Follow Bangkok's iconic temples from first light to nightfall. From Wat Arun at sunrise to the Golden Mount at sunset, this itinerary lets changing light, history, and royal heritage shape an unforgettable day through the city's sacred landmarks

Debarati Pal

Wikimedia Commons : Every lake has a reflection. These have a story too
Nature

The Stories Beneath The Surface: India's Most Legendary Lakes And Waterfalls

These iconic Indian water bodies are more than scenic escapes—they're shaped by myths, mysteries, and timeless local traditions

Rooplekha Das

Google  : The iconic Marble Palace
Heritage

How Marble Palace Keeps Kolkata's Intimate Rath Yatra Tradition Alive

Discover the Marble Palace Rath Yatra in Kolkata, where heritage, Lord Jagannath, tradition and community come together each July

Sreyashi Ghosh

Shutterstock : From Kedarnath to Somnath here are 7 Must-Visit Shiva Temples This Shravan
Places of Interest

7 Sacred Shiva Temples To Visit During Shravan For A Blessed Pilgrimage

Planning a Shravan pilgrimage? Explore seven sacred Shiva temples across India known for their spiritual significance and festive rituals

Rooplekha Das

Unsplash : Puris sacred landscape stretches beyond the Jagannath Temple, where centuries-old shrines, places of worship and living traditions reflect the citys rich spiritual heritage.
Places of Interest

Beyond Jagannath Temple: A Spiritual Trail Through Puri's Sacred Sites

Puri's spiritual legacy extends far beyond the Jagannath Temple. Explore ancient Shiva shrines, Guru Nanak's gurudwara, a historic mosque and the revered Brahmagiri Temple on this journey through the holy city's layered religious heritage

Debarati Pal

Deposit Photos : Inside Menezes Braganza House in Chandor
Places of Interest

How Chandor Reveals A Different Side Of Goa Beyond Beaches And Parties

Away from Goa’s beaches and nightlife, Chandor Village preserves Kadamba history, Portuguese-era mansions, folklore, riverside rituals, and a living cultural heritage rooted in everyday life

Durva Kumar

brandnamibia/Instagram : Within the depths of Dragon’s Breath Cave sits the largest known non-subglacial underground lake on Earth
Places of Interest

Inside Namibia’s Dragon’s Breath Cave: Where An Underground Lake Stretches Into Total Darkness

Sixty metres beneath Namibia’s Otjozondjupa Region lies Dragon’s Breath Cave, home to the world’s largest known underground lake, a vast hidden system cut off from daylight and the surface world, where life exists in complete, silent darkness

OT Staff

Shutterstock : Inside a monastery (representational image)
Heritage

Inside The Ancient Art Of Thangka Painting In Sarnath

Discover the history, symbolism, and spiritual significance of Thangka painting, the sacred Tibetan Buddhist art preserved in Sarnath and beyond

Sangye Thrinley

Mudar Patherya : The illuminated dome and clock at General Post Office, Kolkata
Heritage

The Kolkata Night Drive That Is Rewriting The Story Of Heritage Tourism

How one man's 'lane walking' habit — and 200 generous strangers — gave Kolkata's forgotten buildings their most radiant chapter yet

Sujoy Sen

Shutterstock : Turquoise waters and boats at Guyam Island, Siargao.
Places of Interest

Plan Your Trip To Siargao: A Travel Guide To The Philippines’ Surfing Capital

From Cloud 9 to Sugba Lagoon, here’s how to explore Siargao through its surf culture, calm waters, and everyday island life

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : Proboscis monkeys resting on a branch in Borneo’s rainforest
Places of Interest

5 Reasons Borneo Is Southeast Asia’s Top Wildlife Destination In 2026

From ancient rainforests to rare wildlife, Borneo offers one of the most immersive nature experiences in Southeast Asia

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : Volkswagen Touareg parked by a riverside at sunset
Adventure

From Land Rover Defender To Volvo XC90, Top 6 Luxury Cars For Road Trips To The Hills Of India

Discover the best luxury cars for hill road trips in India, combining comfort, safety, and off-road capability

Tenzin Chodon

thegreateasternepicschhau/Instagram : The Great Eastern Epics - Chhau Festival at Belgadia Palace
Heritage

Royal Roots, Cultural Revival: The Chhau Festival In Belgadia Palace

The Great Eastern Epics Festival at Belgadia Palace in Odisha is more than a dance showcase—it’s an immersive journey through chhau, crafts, cuisine, and traditions, set against the backdrop of a restored royal palace

Anuradha Sengupta

Supplied : Pines Cemetery, Uttarakhand
Heritage

World Heritage Day 2026: How Adaptive Reuse In India Is Rethinking Heritage Beyond Preservation

From Kolkata’s taverns and jails to a restored cemetery in Uttarakhand, adaptive reuse is reshaping how heritage survives—balancing preservation with new uses, and raising questions on how India treats its protected monuments

Anwesha Santra

Unsplash : From private island retreats to Arctic expeditions, these ultra-luxury travel experiences promise unforgettable journeys across the globe
Adventure

Slow, Exclusive, Unforgettable: 9 Ultra-Luxury Travel Experiences Worldwide

Discover nine ultra-luxury travel experiences across the world—from sailing the Nile to private island stays in the Seychelles and Arctic expeditions

Rooplekha Das

Unsplash : Toy tourism blends nostalgia, fan culture and immersive attractions into a fast-growing global travel trend
Places of Interest

The Rise Of Toy Tourism And The New Age Of Play Parks

Nostalgia meets adventure as toy-themed parks, museums and cities inspire a new travel trend known as toy tourism

Rooplekha Das

Shutterstock : The scenic view from above of Maravanthe Beach
Adventure

India’s Most Scenic Coastal Road Trips To Add To Your 2026 Bucket List

Discover 6 of India’s most scenic coastal road trips, where the journey unfolds through beaches, backwaters, and timeless seaside towns

Rooplekha Das

Shutterstock : Friends captured in silhouette during a solar eclipse
Places of Interest

Spain’s 2026 Solar Eclipse: When, Where And How To Watch The Celestial Spectacle

Spain will host one of the most spectacular celestial events of the decade in 2026, when a total solar eclipse sweeps across the country at sunset. Here’s when and where to watch it, and the best destinations and practical tips to witness the event

Tenzin Chodon

Shutterstock : The Crooked Forest is known as Krzywy Las in Poland
Places of Interest

They All Bend The Same Way: The Unsolved Mystery Of Poland’s Crooked Forest

In an undisturbed corner of northwestern Poland, nearly 400 pine trees curve sharply toward the north before rising skyward. Planted almost a century ago, this strange grove continues to puzzle scientists, historians, and travellers alike

Anwesha Santra

Deposit Photos : A woman stands within the premises of Santani Wellness, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Nature

Calmcations Explained: Why Doing Nothing Is The Biggest Travel Trend In 2026

Mental wellness is the new trend in vacationing, and here is why you should try it too

Anwesha Santra

travelwith.in/instagram : A shot of red-crowned roofed turtle
Nature

Vanishing from the Ganga: Why India’s Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle Is Fighting For Survival

Once widespread across the Ganga basin, the red-crowned roofed turtle has nearly disappeared due to habitat loss, hunting, and river changes. With only a handful left in the wild, conservationists are racing to bring it back

Anwesha Santra

Faizan Hussain : Krishna River, Telangana
Nature

Telangana’s Wild Side: Forest Retreats, Tiger Trails, And Adventure Escapes You Didn’t Know Existed

From tiger reserves and dense sanctuaries to forest treks, kayaking lakes and misty hill escapes, Telangana offers a surprisingly rich playground for wildlife lovers and adventure seekers looking beyond the usual South Indian circuits

Anwesha Santra

Ketan Vikamsey : Panchachuli peaks in Munsiyari
Places of Interest

Offbeat Places To Visit In Uttarakhand This Year

From high alpine meadows and forest villages to remote valleys and river towns, these offbeat destinations in Uttarakhand reveal calmer landscapes, deeper culture, and Himalayan views far beyond the usual hill stations

OT Staff

Photo: Shutterstock : Find top destinations for romantic travel (representational image)
Places of Interest

From The Latest Issue: 8 Destinations For Every Dynamic Duo To Visit On Valentine's 2026

Rain-soaked forests, serene backwaters, sun-dappled beaches, or timeless palaces—discover Indian destinations that let every couple travel at their own pace and in their own style

Rooplekha Das

Koushik Chatterjee : Lion cubs practise the skills that will one day decide hierarchy and hunger
Adventure

A Journey Through Kenya’s Skies & The Savanna, Scripted By Light, Dust And Survival

Soar over riverbeds, land among predators; Kenya blends flight, wilderness and raw beauty in one unforgettable journey

Rooplekha Das

Shutterstock : From dense forests to open grasslands, India’s tiger reserves are alive with adventure
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

Rooplekha Das

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