https://www.outlooktraveller.com/ampstories/experiences/places-of-interest/10-vibrant-festivals-around-the-world-you-need-to-experience-once https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/f9vbh6ok/shutterstock1385295581.jpg Yi Peng Lantern Festival, Thailand https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/afqij8dp/shutterstock1875869782.jpg Rio Carnival, Brazil https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/tn3bo3se/shutterstock2521362139.jpg Lights and diyas during Diwali https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/2pgqcb80/shutterstock_506466172.jpg Day of the dead parade https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/e5n6xhet/shutterstock2756714995.jpg Carnival Of Venice, Italy https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/tzc6ahfs/shutterstock1647929140.jpg Songkran, Thailand https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/6marvqtu/shutterstock155085227.jpg La Tomatina festival in Bunol, Spain https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/mr40jwp4/shutterstock2403784901.jpg Geiko at the 2023 Gion Matsuri https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2023-10/fb9fc527-1f26-4dfc-84fc-b35ff36fb3e2/shutterstock_1295410558.jpg Harbin Snow Sculpture Festival https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/pujsq1yd/shutterstock2656624171.jpg Inti Raymi, Peru https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/s6irba81/Yi_Peng_Lantern_Festival.jpg Yi Peng Festival in Chiangmai, Thailand https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-05-27/n55767p8/shutterstock2672237099.jpg These breathtaking pink beaches and lakes around the world look straight out of a fantasy outlooktraveller en 2026-06-12T18:00:00.000+05:30 10 Vibrant Festivals Around The World You Need To Experience Once Festivals around the world, Best cultural festivals, International festivals to visit, Bucket list festivals, Famous festivals worldwide, Unique cultural celebrations, Rio Carnival Brazil, Diwali Festival India, Day of the Dead Mexico, Venice Carnival Italy, Songkran Festival Thailand, La Tomatina Spain, Gion Matsuri Japan, Harbin Ice Festival China, Yi Peng Lantern Festival Thailand https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/pride-and-precaution-for-lgbtq-travellers-the-question-remainscan-i-be-myself-here https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-02-01/7wvddlqb/mercedes-mehling-7J7x8HLXQKA-unsplash.jpg Several of Delhi’s public spaces played a pivotal role in early LGBTQ+ organising and remain markers of the city’s social history https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2023-10/4aba3468-5c7b-4823-a387-c4bf8d49a55f/jakarta_20231001.jpg Clockwise: Hawkers at Mangga Besar night market; Jakarta Cathedral; an array of street food https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/8qhyuknp/Stonewallriots.jpg The only known photograph taken during the first night of the Stonewall riots, by freelance photographer Joseph Ambrosini, shows LGBTQ+ youth scuffling with police https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/qsdkuqst/Stonewallwasariot.jpg Berlin Pride 2009 https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/zcsnryei/Malaysia.jpg Interior view of Batu Caves’ Sri Velayuthar Temple in Gombak, Malaysia, with visitors exploring https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2023-11/ac41a0ca-014f-439f-9251-7864ac5aefe6/bangkok_markets.jpg At the Chatuchak market, Bangkok https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2024-06/ae1c1688-2af1-4c37-8766-a93055a6491d/lgbtq%20trave;.jpg AI tools have become a helpful kit for LGBTQ+ travellers. https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/muue0quo/shutterstock2468210751.jpg If you are travelling with your partner, it helps to know about safe places to visit https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/vo0kkc50/ThePlaqueatStonewallInn.jpg Plaque at the Stonewall Inn commemorating the Stonewall Riots outlooktraveller en 2026-06-12T16:00:00.000+05:30 Pride And Precaution: For LGBTQ+ Travellers, The Question Remains—Can I Be Myself Here? why LGBTQ travellers hide their identity while travelling, safety concerns for LGBTQ travellers abroad, LGBTQ-friendly travel destinations for Indians, queer travel experiences during Pride Month, challenges faced by LGBTQ travellers, LGBTQ travel safety tips, travelling as a same-sex couple abroad, how LGBTQ travellers choose destinations, LGBTQ acceptance in global tourism, Booking.com LGBTQ travel survey 2026, Pride Month travel, LGBTQ+ travel, LGBTQ+ travellers, safe destinations for LGBTQ travellers https://www.outlooktraveller.com/stay/beyond-the-skyline-how-shangri-la-colombo-is-redefining-the-modern-city-escape https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/uere7txs/0CBABC8C-4E38-4726-BFA2-38B968D9DF46202411SLCBSpecSuite-Living1920x940.webp Shangri-La Colombo https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/pxbflls2/Shangri-La-Colombo-General-Manager-Andreas-Streiber-1.jpg Andreas Streiber, General Manager of Shangri-La Colombo https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/uj2mhzu8/SnapInsta-Ai3910460896812315976.jpg Tiki Bar at Shangri-La Colombo https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/op5v8v51/SnapInsta-Ai3914734027311415429.jpg 'Cuisine should feel familiar yet surprising' outlooktraveller en 2026-06-12T13:21:45.816+05:30 Beyond The Skyline: How Shangri-La Colombo Is Redefining The Modern City Escape Shangri La Colombo, Colombo luxury hotels, Colombo city stay, Sri Lanka luxury travel, Colombo lifestyle destination, Andreas Streiber, luxury hotels in Colombo, Colombo waterfront hotels, Sri Lanka city break, Indian travellers to Sri Lanka, Shangri-La Sri Lanka https://www.outlooktraveller.com/stay/beyond-the-beach-how-shangri-la-hambantota-is-shaping-slow-travel-in-sri-lanka https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/cxaibvso/SnapInsta-Ai3425681975811798171.jpg Shangri-La Hambantota https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/yiim5d92/Shangri-La-Hambantota-General-Manager-Refhan-Razeen-1.jpeg Refhan Razeen, General Manager of Shangri-La Hambantota https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-12/ifkbxe2z/SnapInsta-Ai3764828876040625337.jpg 'The resort remains not only a place to stay, but a destination in itself' outlooktraveller en 2026-06-12T12:37:41.056+05:30 Beyond The Beach: How Shangri-La Hambantota Is Shaping Slow Travel In Sri Lanka Shangri La Hambantota, Hambantota Sri Lanka, slow travel Sri Lanka, luxury resorts in Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka wellness resorts, destination weddings Sri Lanka, golf tourism Sri Lanka, wildlife tourism Sri Lanka, southern Sri Lanka travel, luxury beach resorts Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka holiday destinations https://www.outlooktraveller.com/destinations/india/your-ultimate-weekend-guide-2026-top-events-in-delhi-kolkata-mumbai-bengaluru-3 https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-04/d72a9ggq/nainoa-shizuru-NcdG9mK3PBY-unsplash-1.jpg From concerts and cinema to food festivals and art showcases, India’s metros are turning the weekend into a celebration of culture https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2024-07/735dcad5-1af0-463d-8446-0ddfca875bfb/bha-2088-1080x720.jpeg The rooftop at the Haveli Dharampura https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2024-10-03/el2shb0c/shutterstock2485831849.jpg A stand-up setup for a great evening https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-05-20/yms2piul/Screenshot-2026-05-20-112926.jpg Spend some time learning Madhubani Painting while getting to know each other https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2024-10-17/zk8am0qf/open-mic.jpg Sign up for an open mic evening this weekend https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2025-01-11/evgn38fl/depositphotos141397264-stock-photo-crochet-yarn-and-hooks.jpg Learn crocheting at this workshop https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-04/ldb5z7vn/Peppa-Pig-Final-KV.jpg Sky City Mall is bringing a season of family-friendly entertainment to Mumbai https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-05-13/w0oj9jdo/earl-wilcox-pSo0u53FF10-unsplash.jpg Pottery dates can be therapeautic https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2024-07/07a9b4d7-51a9-426c-9955-9915e0a729e0/shutterstock_2252364671.jpg A stand-up show in session https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-03-16/kdrktfaq/PIC_10__Thai_Cooking_Class.png Couple's Cook off https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-01-09/quq0hxri/Kintsugi__the_ancient_Japanese_art_of_repairing_pottery_with_gold__reminds_that_our_imperfection.jpg A shot of Japanese Kintsugi outlooktraveller en 2026-06-12T10:00:00.000+05:30 Your Ultimate Weekend Guide 2026: Top Events In Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai & Bengaluru weekend events, Delhi events, Mumbai events, Kolkata events, Bengaluru events, Delhi weekend, things to do, city guide, pottery workshop, theatre workshop, open mic, BookMyShow, weekend events in India, Kolkata events this weekend, events in Delhi this weekend, live concerts in India 2026, upcoming events in Indian metros, events and festivals in India 2026, events in June https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/new-entry-checks-in-spain-how-much-money-you-must-have-available https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2025-07-28/7694e1r5/shutterstock2525737113.jpg Santiago de Compostela, the capital of northwest Spain’s Galicia region https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2023-12/abe66f1c-2c84-4728-b3e4-934c7b598487/spains.jpg If you are asked to show proof of funds, Spain accepts several different forms of evidence https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-05-15/mc8e1gky/shutterstock613382357.jpg You must show a passport that meets validity rules, with at least three months remaining before its expiry date outlooktraveller en 2026-06-12T08:00:00.000+05:30 New Entry Checks In Spain: How Much Money You Must Have Available New Entry Checks In Spain, Spain proof of funds rule, Spain entry requirements 2026, Spain border control money requirement, how much money to enter Spain, Spain travel rules for tourists, Spain visa financial requirements short stay, Schengen entry requirements Spain, Spain tourist border checks, proof of funds Spain €122 per day https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/ananta-spa-resort-jaipur-brings-large-scale-luxury-to-the-pink-city https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/mpngk2k2/Screenshot-2026-06-11-105347.jpg Jaipur’s luxury hospitality landscape continues to evolve with the arrival of large-scale experiential resorts https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/shph1nwu/Screenshot-2026-06-11-114950.jpg Modern luxury travellers are increasingly seeking integrated resort experiences over traditional stays outlooktraveller en 2026-06-12T06:00:00.000+05:30 Ananta Spa & Resort Jaipur Brings Large-Scale Luxury To The Pink City Ananta Jaipur, Ananta Spa, Ananta Resort, Jaipur resort, luxury resort, destination wedding, Jaipur wedding, Rajasthan resort, wellness retreat, Omotenashi, Jaipur luxury, MICE events, spa resort, Aravali foothills, family getaway, Ananta Spa & Resort Jaipur opening, 351-room luxury resort in Jaipur, Where to stay in Jaipur for a luxury vacation, Luxury resorts in Jaipur with spa, Weekend luxury getaway near Jaipur, Luxury experiential resorts in India, New luxury hotels in India 2026, Weekend luxury getaway https://www.outlooktraveller.com/ampstories/experiences/places-of-interest/9-lost-kingdoms-and-empires-you-can-still-explore-today https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/pqm9npo7/shutterstock2497744691.jpg Machu Picchu, Peru https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/xolsjlep/spencer_davis_Ivwyqtw3PzU_unsplash.jpg Petra, Jordan https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/h4tldz2f/shutterstock126652373.jpg Aksum, Ethiopia https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/mtwu5hbk/shutterstock1495103705.jpg Angkor Wat, Cambodia https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/pjlskpn8/seiji_seiji_iyYMqhLwDQE_unsplash.jpg Machu Picchu, Peru https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/vck0kaqg/WhatsApp_Image_2025_03_28_at_14_25_00.jpeg Bagan, Myanmar https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/0wyhn4hf/shutterstock_1737750692.jpg Great Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2023-10/98054098-a9f1-4f64-bd22-e32a32cb613f/Naha_Shuri_Castle50s3s4500.jpg Naha Shuri Castle https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2025-02-24/xkc5zp01/WhatsApp-Image-2025-02-24-at-12.17.45-PM.jpeg Vijayanagara-style architecture https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/w08bct7g/mostafa_meraji_Rq9U3F9WPAI_unsplash.jpg Ruins of Persepolis, Shiraz https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-10/rq67qbd6/shutterstock2020375952.jpg Maldives Sandbanks outlooktraveller en 2026-06-11T18:00:00.000+05:30 9 Lost Kingdoms And Empires You Can Still Explore Today Lost kingdoms and empires to explore, lost cities, Lost kingdoms of the world, Ancient empires to visit, Lost civilizations, Petra Jordan, Angkor Cambodia, Historical ruins to explore, Machu Picchu Peru, Shuri Castle Okinawa, Great Zimbabwe ruins, UNESCO heritage sites, Ancient kingdoms travel destinations, Aksum Ethiopia, Hampi Vijayanagara Empire, Persepolis Iran, Bagan Myanmar https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/thailand-to-launch-thim-app-for-faster-immigration-clearance-what-travellers-need-to-know https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2024-04/3b1aefd2-d9bf-4f73-a1f9-cbd5304b9276/thailand_phuket_1.jpg Thailand attracts a large number of Indian tourists every year https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/pbrafkxq/shutterstock2656604051.jpg Thailand on the map, at the heart of Southeast Asia https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-11/h9iy1upz/shutterstock2449911073-1.jpg Travellers queue at passport control in Bangkok https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-05-04/r2lpmsf1/Thailand-1.jpg Women selling fruits at the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Thailand outlooktraveller en 2026-06-11T15:48:39.048+05:30 Thailand To Launch THIM App For Faster Immigration Clearance: What Travellers Need To Know Thailand THIM app, Thailand immigration app, Thailand Digital Arrival Card, TDAC Thailand, Thailand travel update, Thailand entry requirements, Thailand immigration clearance, Thailand airport arrivals, Thailand tourism news, Thailand visa information, Thailand travel app, Thailand airport immigration, digital arrival card Thailand, Thailand immigration bureau, travelling to Thailand https://www.outlooktraveller.com/News/would-you-run-a-marathon-on-a-volcano-welcome-to-the-darecation https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-06-06/czs2fkt8/MountRinjaniUltra4-1.jpg Trail runner on the Mount Rinjani Ultra https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2025-09-26/ceycjl3v/baysantau.jpg Uzbekistan’s rugged mountains and lush valleys offer some of Central Asia’s most challenging hiking experiences https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/import/outlooktraveller/public/uploads/articles/explore/files/2016/05/260816175418-KL.jpg Many high-rise hotels and buildings feature adventure abseiling https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2026-03-13/h4d2z5iz/RT-Ahmedaki-Laloo-post-5.png Exploring Upper Shonghang Canyon in Syntung Village https://media.assettype.com/outlooktraveller/2025-11-11/la09s5nh/Skiing-in-Antarctica Skiing in Antarctica, where temperatures can drop below -35°C, with strong katabatic winds influencing visibility and speed of travel outlooktraveller en 2026-06-11T10:00:00.000+05:30 Would You Run A Marathon On A Volcano? 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