Beneath the ruins lie deeper stories—Roman and Satavahana coins, pieces of pottery, and religious relics

Hospitality has long flirted with fashion, but this season, the affair has blossomed into full-blown

The cobbled streets of Nuremberg in Germany are haunted by dark shadows. It’s Nazi territory

Two kilometres beyond the last motorable road in the Garhwal Himalayas, a story unfolds that

Interestingly, the quality of sake is an expression of a region’s rice quality—with heavy polishing

A sleek, black leviathan rests silently on land, its massive form contrasting sharply with the

Step off the train at Buñol and this Spanish town will snuggle you with its

An informal, vibrant setting serving sakes and beers with an array of small, tapas-style dishes,

With its white-washed houses and bright blue-hued doors, flower pots set on its crenelated walls,

The first thing you notice is the weight of the green. Not the polite emerald

Forget beach bars and banana boats. Bulgaria’s Anastasia Island, a speck in the Black Sea

As a group of five Indians enter the main auditorium of the Royal Opera House

On a blistering July afternoon in Shantiniketan, guests gather beneath the terracotta eaves of a

KATHMANDU: Nepal has opened nearly 100 peaks in its remote western region for free climbing

From sourcing ingredients for that authentic mediterranean taste to a kitchen helmed by Afghani chef,

Tucked into the vast plains of northwest Spain, the city of León emerges like a

Some places don’t shout for your attention. They simply linger like saffron on the tongue

Yacht companies are also catering to specific needs of their Indian clientele. Whether it’s installing

Some 317 kilometers south of Darwin, the mirror-still waters of the Katherine River cut a

Native Whitstable oysters—flat, earthy, and harvested by hand—enjoy protected status and are loved across Britain.

The noon heat clings to the cobblestones of Plaza Mayor as the ancient bells of

The donkey’s link to Wesel goes back to the 19th century, when the playful rhyme—“Wer

Earlier this year, India unveiled Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan—a bold new initiative turning historic and active

The traditional Parsi house with European, Hindu and Islamic architectural features has an open courtyard

In Cave One, Devaraja Lena—the Cave of the Divine King—is a massive 14-metre reclining Buddha,

In the far north-eastern corner of Kyrgyzstan lies Karakol, the nation’s fourth-largest city. Founded some

Bicycles glide past rows of colourful houses, bursts of bougainvillea, quaint cafes and elfin boutique

Dubai has roughly nine expatriate residents for every Emirati citizen. Most of its private sector

“Someone sipped a cup and said, ‘This reminds me of home,’” she says, recalling the

The discovery of the precious metal in New South Wales and spreading to other regions

Aboard the ship, you can’t help but wait with bated breath for a real-life Free

Nestled in the mist-shrouded hills of Coorg, Evolve Back Chikkana Halli Estate rises from the

Part archaeological wonder and part landscaped public space, the Al Hili Archaeological Park showcases remnants

The shift isn’t just a trend—it’s backed by numbers. As per the Tourism Ministry, in

If you’ve been on the sea for much of your life, it is natural to

It starts with a soft crunch underfoot. Fallen leaves, gravel paths, or just the hush

The sound of shutterbugs pepper the background as visitors literally hijack every inch of the

Opulent, extravagant, over-the-top—even these adjectives can’t quite describe the glory of this place: The 120-room,

The road leading to the land of the Lisu tribe in Arunachal Pradesh is long

As one moves deeper into the heart of the city, the architectural masterpiece and decaying

The biggest draw, however, is the big cats—the jungle has a good population of tigers

But it’s the dragon’s blood tree that has long captured imaginations, its otherworldly form seeming

Amid the sun-soaked beaches and bustling bars of Bali, where party-goers often lose sight of

The stunning Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel has reopened its doors after a glamorous refresh,

The little bull has many stylised features that have their own symbolisms. For instance, the

With its vast biodiversity, India is uniquely positioned to lead this change. From the icy

On a balmy summer evening, the promise of a great view leads you on a

Evergreen Favourites – Thailand and Bhutan Bhutan and Thailand remain favoured due to their affordability

Torvehallerne Market in Copenhagen, Denmark, is a great place to start a food tour, packed

In the heart of Stockholm, where maritime history echoes through wooden beams and centuries-old nautical

Some places seem untouched by time—where nature unfolds at its own rhythm, far removed from

A brooding, stone-clad structure looms tall along North Broad Street in downtown Philadelphia. The Masonic

Between the 6th and 3rd centuries BC, the capital city of Dadan rose to great

Who would have thought that cycles could win wars? In 1942, during World War II,

Many Dickens-focused walking tours also take in Seven Dials, then a slum of “dirty men,

INDIAN SMALL TOWN MONEY POWER IS DRIVING TRAVEL In the late ‘90s and beginning of

Good Friday is a day of remembrance and reflection. But Mousehole, a picturesque fishing village

The thrill peaks further at Al Mughsail Beach, with its famed and ancient blowholes created

Spot the common pochard, black kite, white-throated kingfisher, and other waterbirds. Or, take a leisurely

Need for a proper tourism plan But not everything is bright and blue here. Satheesan

As the summer sun shines brighter every passing day, I am reminded of my winter

I magine an Instagram-worthy sunset over tranquil backwaters, with a sky full of stars. As

The Rise of Silent Luxury Travel, once synonymous with indulgence—lavish hotels, fine dining, and adventurepacked

When Sajal Dubey, a 27-year-old Dubai based businessman, boarded an Air India flight with his

Whimsical rock formations are the first thing that captivate visitors in Goreme, a quaint village

London has long been defined by the river that runs through it. In Victorian times,

London has long been defined by the river that runs through it. In Victorian times,

Local food makes the experience come alive on your taste buds, with aloo pitika packed

Wedding tourism is also a rapidly growing sector, with Indian couples increasingly choosing Malaysia for

The best view of Spain’s ancient capital Toledo is from Mirador del Valle—a lookout point

On the Whitsuntide weekend (a bank holiday in mid-June) of 1952, students Brian Varley and

In Pune, she trained under Yogini Gandhi of the Lucknow gharana for almost 17 years

In 2013, Zian Bhamgara, stage name Zian B, had just returned from studying jazz vocals

English philosopher Herbert Spencer’s theory of evolution, popularised by Charles Darwin argues survival of the

The creative directors at label Satya Paul have brought a travel-ready collection for those who

It’s three in the afternoon at the iconic French Quarter of New Orleans in the

Tucked away from the well-worn tourist paths of Madhya Pradesh’s Kanha and Bandhavgarh lies Satpura’s

A little further on, Dhanushkodi, the ghost town, holds its own poignant allure to the

Marc Dujardin, in his study, From Living to Propelling Monument, writes: “Contrary to most medieval

Imagine a stretch of road flanked on both sides by the waters of the Arabian

Traditionally, vacation itineraries were packed with daytime activities—visiting monuments, basking on sun-soaked beaches, exploring bustling

As the setting sun glimmers on the baroque cathedral at the Old Town Square at

For travelphiles who grew up on a steady diet of Silk Route lore, perhaps the

Is coexistence of man and animal possible when there is a deep-rooted respect for nature?

Majuli has been screaming for attention. It is the world’s largest inhabited river island and

The US is gearing up to get a new President. Anticipation and anxiety is building

Geraniums, roses, palm trees, azahar (orange blossom) and bright bougainvillea bob their heads in terracotta

Manicured gardens and green lawns, historic stone archways, and a rustic greenhouse spread across 68

Cleanliness begins at home. In 2017, Dawa Choden Bhutia, the panchayat president of Phadamchen village

When she received her acceptance letter and moved to Delhi for her studies, Afeedha took

In the scenic coastal village of Dombe near Karnataka’s Byndoor, a homestay comes alive in

As you sit down with Armenian painter Lusik Aguletsi’s family—the artist was often called the

Walking through the narrow alleys and cobblestoned lanes of the town, one comes across patrician

A group of Spanish tourists is engrossed in admiring a timber-crafted house in the town

The story is similar for British visas. Many people in India, as well as other applicants,

The report also stated that international travel search volumes remain relatively steady across all seasons,

One of the oldest cities in Scandinavia and home to the world’s oldest amusement park,

Garima Sinha, a 32-year-old marketing professional and avid traveller from Noida, made an unusual decision

Sleep early, wake up early” is the motto of the enthusiastic guides at the Satpura

Walking the narrow cobblestone streets with houses with green shutters on either side, is the

Make no mistake, Barcelona is a walking city. And only by doing so do you

India has few destination restaurants. Naar, a cozy, 16-cover one-of-a-kind restaurant in a tiny village

Right at the start, a few guests want to give up. But instructor Adnan eggs

The Daunt bookstore almost diverts attention from the substantial collection of volumes it is stocked

The first official photograph ever of a tank in action is at the Battle of

Charming historic houses cling to the wooded hillside, lining the steep cobbled street that snakes

A vast expanse of wasteland, rugged and hostile, filled with colours of the earth—black, grey,

To grab a fantastic view, visitors have to climb up a cobblestone path made of

Imagine waking up to the cacophony of peacocks and the faint sound of waves crashing

A jungle hare caught in the headlight of safari jeeps stops momentarily to rear up

“Har har Mahadev… Har Har Mahadev…” Each time you feel it is impossible to take

In 1765, Jassa Singh Ahluwalia defeated Afghan invader Ahmad Shah Abdali in the Battle of

A striking pagoda with cantilevered wooden roofs, towers above Bhaktapur, a royal city in the

Building it up: Galle’s British and Dutch colonial architecture exhibit similar order and symmetry. The

A drive to Srirangapatna that sits along the Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway is a car metaphor. You

I’m a big dreamer who made most of my dreams come true. One dream was

A teenager wearing black shorts and a pink T-shirt is about to start hiking to

Travelling to Lyon from Paris is taking a two-hour train ride to the Medieval Ages.

Tiger lore at the reserve includes stories about how Maya, the current queen of Tadoba,

The hotel is designed by Singaporean DP Architects, who strove to highlight the brand’s history

Back at the camp, a leisurely camel safari awaits. At a giant communal yurt made

Steep craggy cliffs climb skyward, puffed-up clouds scatter through the sky, and the wind thrusts

In early spring when the sun peeks out from behind the Aravalli range looming over

Interestingly, ruin pubs have a short history—they are only two decades old. In the 20th

Back to the roots’ is the ethos of Ezha, which in Malayalam means ‘thread’. Three

The Northeast of India, and its neighbour Myanmar aka Burma is knitted with secret forest

Egypt’s illustrious history is the protagonist in a one-of-a-kind drama that unfolds within the thick

Taking a walk means diffrent things in different places. Insta Reels show off the thrill

A sunflower field catches your eye as you drive towards Shilimb village in Maharashtra. The

She adds, “Its unique keel petal requires birds to make an effort to reach the

As winter fades away and spring approaches, Japan eagerly awaits the annual delight of cherry

A little detour from the main Ramnagar-Nainital road changes the perspective completely. The drive to

Did you know that Coorg is regarded as the coffee cup of India?” naturalist Bindu

The Art of Drifting Drifting may have been popularised in mainstream media by neon-bathed visions

During the Mughal Empire and British colonial period, Gujarat’s Saurashtra region was divided into about

High-speed trains have revolutionised surface transportation, let alone railways around the world. A high-speed rail

Situated amidst the lush hills of Uttarakhand, Mussoorie and Landour stand as quintessential hill stations,

Hay-on-Wye wasn’t always known as the ‘town of books’. Bookseller Richard Booth, the self-proclaimed ‘King

The thrill of chancing on a wild cat from the open jeep keeps one alert

Blue should be the national colour of Bhutan. The clear skies in the backdrop of

Green trees as far as the eye can see. Blue skies an expansive canopy above.

How do you spend an afternoon in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain? You could grab your

At The Chavni, the soft golden hue of the setting sun welcomes guests to the

Enter the Food Court, the barbecued smell of kebabs, aromatics, and other dishes will make

Hua Hin – Rewire your system in Hua Hin, Thailand’s wellness epicentre. Hua Hin, which

The location is easily accessible by road from the Mandi Bus Station and Srinagar International

Concerts have always been big business, but with people traversing oceans for their favourite artistes,

No meat. No alcohol. Also forbidden were ‘Ten Cereals,’ consisting of rice, wheat, soybeans, adzuki beans,

For a country roughly the size of Tasmania in Australia, Sri Lanka has a surprising

Where did old farmhouses, stables, bakehouses or barns in Switzerland, which were replaced by modern

The property also arranges for drives around the picturesque Kohka Lake and backwater safaris, besides

Then there are over a century-old luxury department stores such as Galeries Lafayette and Printemps that have

Following the latter, the jail was visited by its most famous resident, Mahatma Gandhi, who

But the high price of the product inhibits a scale-up. “The cost is five times

Technological innovations and modern entertainment in the 20th century, however, ushered in profound changes, making

Exiles can be long if they have a cause. Nupur Tron, founder and director of

“One of the things that makes the art and culture scene in Philadelphia so wonderful

It is a scenic drive to Turkestan from Shymkent in Southern Kazakhstan, about 680 km

Watching the northern lights is like seeing a miracle unfold. It’s as if the cosmos is

B for Bonn. B for Boring. So it has been said of West Germany’s former

Kutaisi is surrounded by UNESCO sites, monasteries and caves. Gelati monastery, founded in 1106, used

Straight out of our mindscape of fairyland. Live in a mushroom shaped cave, shop for

Alongside a murmuring brook, a gentle uphill trail dissolves from a brown, muddy one to a

The last decade has seen some talented global artists play at the festival such as

About 10 km away from the memorial is Nyamirambo, one of Kigali’s oldest neighbourhoods, dominated

Sitting on the northern tip of Lake Zurich and bound by the River Limmat, the

Famous as the site of the Potsdam Conference in 1945, when the UK, US and

Tipai has an osmotic relationship with nature, and at times the guest can be forgiven

One of the best things to do in Sindhudurg is to go fort-hopping—the Nivati fort,

Are the Danes happier than the rest of the world? Perhaps; Denmark consistently ranks among

Long walks along winding roads, gabled colonial bungalows and magnificent churches, quaint cafés and bakeries

A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in Siddipet, 100 km from Hyderabad, is teeming with crowds,

Uttarakhand’s most revered city—Haridwar—is surprisingly a case study in art and architecture. Aside from the temples

When in Stockholm, set stock by Swedish design. It pervades everything and every place—the cafes and

At Ham Ninh fishing village, you can watch locals go about their sepia-tinted lives. Enjoy

Fabric stores have a whimsical marketing strategy; their owners will always be found outside, calling

With peaceful mountains around, fast Internet and restaurants serving multi-cuisine food, there are many who

The 6,000-plus crowd which thronged the confluence of music, art and wellness over the course

Don’t miss the Orbeliani Baths, the iconic blue-tiled bathhouse, which is known for its stunning

Express News Service In Abanotubani, the old Bath District of Tbilisi under the imposing Narikala

Express News Service The walls of the battle-hardened 17th-century Alsisar Mahal in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, came

Express News Service As the winter fog descends on the north Indian plains, it’s time

Express News Service People were last seen as subjects in artist Sameer Kulavoor’s works in

Express News Service A high-speed chase is underway in a lush green field as eight uniformed

Express News Service As the setting sun paints the sky in swathes of orange on a

Express News Service Holding hand-made paper baskets in one hand and a farming tool called cultivator

Express News Service As soon as the clock strikes 5.30 in the evening, the scenic

Express News Service Blue should be the national colour of Bhutan. The clear skies in

Express News Service At The Chavni, the soft golden hue of the setting sun welcomes

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Express News Service Admirers of the ocean and avid travellers alike, we bring you good

By Express News Service What exactly does a wellness trip involve? Is it going to

By Express News Service Visitors to Jammu and Kashmir have more luxury options now. The

Express News Service Sokushinbutsu shrines of Buddhist monks who transformed themselves into mummies while alive

Express News Service Concerts have always been big business, but with people traversing oceans for

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