A Chennai-based villa rental company’s strategy might well hold the key to growing regional tourism in 2024

In its ninth edition this year, the festival is expected to draw at least 40,000 visitors, indicating a shift in destination tourism

Enjoy misty winter mornings with a warm cup of coffee at Araku Pinery, a new eco-tourism project by the AP Forest Department in Anjoda, located at a distance of about 130 kilometres from Visakhapatnam

Prized buffaloes, white desert sunsets, stargazing and a Harappan site in India’s westernmost district

Bespoke luxury experiences in the wild are offering travellers a lot more than just tiger spotting

They include wetlands such as Sultanpur in Haryana, places of mythological significance such as Kurukshetra in Haryana, and cultural heritage sites such as Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh

Discovering nuggets of Coimbatore’s history through the 16th year of the heritage walk by historian Rajesh Govindarajulu

Get a peek of the adivasi culture at Giri Grama Darshini, a tourism project by ITDA and Pedalabudu Eco Tourism Society

The Aviation Minister’s comments followed complaints from passengers about forceful collection of personal data at airports

Habitat destruction, poaching and landfills near water sources are some of major threats faced by wetlands and birds in and around it in Visakhapatnam

Immersive museums, historic digs and a heterogeneous workforce are helping pave the way as Saudi Arabia pivots from a carbon-based economy to a culture-focused one

The picture book navigates the Pallava-era architecture of this seaside tourist town near Chennai

As the army welcomes trekkers and tourists to Gurez and Keran, one can see local life play out and catch glimpses of the other side 

Step into the world of women-only travel groups, where like-minded adventurers come together to build lasting connections, and embark on unforgettable journeys

Approximately, one in twenty rape cases in which victims are foreigners results in convictions

With Manta Air launching a direct flight from Bengaluru to Dhaalu airport, and visa-free entry, it has become easier and cheaper to holiday in the Maldives. We find out how Indian travellers are responding

While the number of lost and damaged luggage has increased over time, customer handling has become better

44.65 km of new line will be added to the network by 2028 at a cost of ₹ 15,611 crore

Indian Olympic Association is working on an international certification for the Gulmarg slopes, which are covered by the powdery snow needed for professional skiing

The women want to go on offroading trips and on long-distance drives

The renovated OBLU NATURE at Helengeli in Maldives offers water villas and memorable dives to see coral reefs busy with banner fish, bluestripe snappers and the occasional black tip reef shark

There is an increase of 30-40% in domestic travel, and 15% in international travel bookings

Private safaris, bush dinners, and forest spas... step into a place that time forgot. Here is how to experience India’s wildlife in style   

A two-day exhibition by students of Diploma in Photography of Andhra University in Visakhapatnam unfolds diverse themes and creative vision

Jewish-origin architecture in the country appears to advocate a community-led way of life. What’s unique is that the restoration and adaptive reuse of synagogues, hospitals and houses is often funded by people of other faiths

Believed to have been named after a mythical demon, ‘Bem’ who ruled the river banks ‘tota’, a portion of this coastal town, once a fishing/farming village, and now popular with tourists, is sandwiched between the river and the sea

Warmer temperatures are resulting in the spread of invasive species of plants, with poorer availability of food for wildlife in the mountains of southern India

From the wildernesses of India to the adventures of an early historical feminist, here’s a selection of recent titles

Data deficiency and lack of decentralisation make it a challenge to fix our cities and hill stations from the bottom up

When a restaurant owner from Chennai made space in her suitcase for Khasi delicacies, smoked meats, and some local liquor

Delhi-based designer Suket Dhir makes a case for unplanned holidays. Befriending roosters and studying in village schools are pluses

In an age of social media, bombarded by the glossy feed of travel bloggers, the fear of missing out is far more acute

Looking back at a childhood without gadgets and the endless triumph of imagination over possession

The Call Me By Your Name author on how travel makes him feel and why he desires solitude

Kodaikanal is a microcosm of a national problem. Our mountains need better scrutiny to ensure their fragile ecosystems do not buckle under rampant development and tourism

The Magazine’s special edition addresses everything from the realities of tourism in the middle of a heatwave and the plight of our once pristine hill stations, to 10 new travel books and unplanned holidays with the kids

Explore a world of greens, caves and rivers at Anija village in the Rayagada district of Odisha

The travel resulted in a docu-series titled Folkroad, which was screened recently at the Red Lorry Festival in Mumbai.

Be it the magnificent landscapes that are rich in flora and fauna or the diverse and vibrant heritage and culture that the country boasts, India has something in store for every traveller. Here is a curated list of some of the incredible experiences one can have in India. Pick the ones you want to experience during your holidays. 

A peep into what it is like to live onboard the world’s largest privately-owned residential ship, home to about 150 families

Skip popular tourist hotspots for lesser known travel destinations that are unexpected, more affordable and every bit as delightful for an unforgettable holiday minus the crowds

Janhvi Kapoor talks us through her family beach house, now available to guests and the only Indian property on the Airbnb Icons list, the others being the house from Up, a night at the Ferrari Museum, and Prince’s Purple Rain abode among others Win a stay at Sridevi’s beach house, as Janhvi Kapoor takes you through her favourite nooks and things to do, as part of Airbnb Icons

In this new show, Reza Pakravan claims to show viewers never-before-seen caves and canyons in Arabia

Meenakshi Das from Assam talks about her journey to see the world solo on her two-wheeler

Art at an altitude of 3,500 metres? South Asia’s highest contemporary land art festival is back with its second edition in Ladakh with site-specific installations and sustainable sculptures

PRINT: The writer takes a trip to the submerged Goan village that comes alive for its annual temple festival between April and June

After the COVID-19 lockdowns and jet fuel hikes, aviation firms are now grappling with crew troubles

At Ronil Goa, India’s first JdV by Hyatt five-star resort, the old and the new blend in seamlessly, making space for high energy party seekers as well as guests in search of a quiet holiday

Monsoon tourism packages such as rain walks and guided trips have not been announced for tourists here despite their popularity in ecotourism destinations outside the State.

Embark on a nocturnal adventure in the Eastern Ghats in Visakhapatnam with herp walks, discovering hidden reptiles and amphibians