Twinkling lights, Christmas trees, and candy canes – it is beginning to look a lot like Christmas (and New Year) and we are here for it. While we still are in the midst of a global pandemic, you can still spend some time with your loved ones, and have a fun and safe vacation. The… Continue reading Struggling To Find A Fun, And Safe NYE Plan? Check These Staycation Options
Dear Benaras, If the world is ending, then how fortuitous that I had the absolute pleasure of seeing you a few months back. It is said that in your city the boundary between life and death is so thin that the difference blurs – and in a time when we could all do with some… Continue reading A heartwarming letter to the ancient city, Benaras
With crystalline blue lagoons, lush tropical greenery and unending beaches, Phuket may be every traveller’s dream destination. Add in the flashy nightlife and the incredible local street food, it easily tops our bucket list. But there’s more to Phuket than stunning panoramas and idyllic beaches. Despite a devastating Tsunami in 2004, this island resort town quickly… Continue reading Escape the tourist crowds in Phuket with our handy travel guide
There is a lot that can be said about New York and its indomitable spirit. But Conrad New York Downtown manages to capture it all through its luxurious and artsy décor. Boasting of mesmeric views of the Hudson River and proximity to some of the most coveted entertainment spots in the city, Conrad welcomes you… Continue reading Soak in the NYC spirit without the swarming crowds, at Conrad New York Downtown
Perched atop the bluffs near the southern tip of Sri Lanka, Cape Weligama provides the perfect idyllic getaway. It is the third instalment of the Resplendent Ceylon luxury resort franchise, which was the brainchild of Merril J. Fernando, the owner of Dilmah Tea. The incredible welcome we got at Cape Weligama will surely make the… Continue reading Discover true luxury and bliss at Cape Weligama resort in Sri Lanka
Struck by winter wanderlust? No problem. Ruzwana Bashir, the CEO of peek.com (a website to book the best travel activities across the world) presents travel destinations that ought to be on your 2020 travel bucket list. Scroll through the gallery below:
Sixty-year-old Radha Arora, president of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts—a locus for luxury in 15 countries, ranging from The Bahamas to Beijing—started his career at the impressionable age of 17 as a busboy at Paris’s iconic Hôtel de Crillon. Son of a foreign diplomat, Arora travelled often, stayed in spectacular hotels and met fascinating people along… Continue reading Rosewood’s leading man Radha Arora is guided by his search for soulful journeys
Known for its Gross National Happiness index, Bhutan is that one place where unwinding and rejuvenation are celebrated. And much like the location it is nestled in, Six Senses Bhutan makes a great case for you to just stop and take a deep breath. The country’s philosophies of peace have been carefully woven into the… Continue reading Bhutan’s Six Senses resort promises serenity and happiness
No better time than now for a Roman Holiday. Planning to get away for Christmas? We have a simple suggestion: Roma. And now, with Alitalia’s direct flights (did we say there’s one every day) to the Italian capital, you’ll have it super easy. We suggest you indulge by trying out the business class, better known… Continue reading Rome is your best bet for the perfect Christmas holiday
There are vacations, and then there are vacations. The Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi is an idyllic slice of heaven in the Indian Ocean. Think powder white sand beach, swaying palm trees, and turquoise water as far as your eyes can see. The 120 luxury villas offer a seamless blend of art and nature. Surrender… Continue reading Head to this Maldives resort for white sand beaches and serene ocean views
If anyone tells you that their idea of paradise doesn’t involve a few days cocooned in five-star comfort fringed by a lagoon teeming with colourful reefs and vibrant marine life, they’re lying. A 30-minute speedboat ride from Malé’s Velana International Airport brings me to Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, an all-villa property whose 67 bungalows either… Continue reading Head to the Anantara Veli Resort in the Maldives to disconnect and lose yourself in five-star luxury
From the street-art-speckled alleys of its capital city, Melbourne, to rolling vineyards, luxe hotels and fantastic food, Victoria has plenty to offer. The beating contemporary cultural heart of Australia, Melbourne nurtures all kinds of artistes, from muralists and musicians to architects, writers, poets and designers. And the food? “Enviable” doesn’t quite cut it; there are… Continue reading Your one-stop guide to the best Australia has to offer
Situated on the pristine sands of Natai Beach (a few kilometres north of Phuket) and away from the crowds, the luxurious Iniala Beach House is the perfect spot to disconnect in style. Little wonder then that it is favoured by celebrities. Each bedroom and living space features a unique aesthetic and is bathed in lavishness.… Continue reading This celeb-approved resort in Phuket is perfect for some down time
My maiden trip to Sri Lanka has convinced me I’m meant for the island life. And Colombo, I’m pleased to discover, has just that right combination of bustle and calm. The city is full of architectural gems, streets time has forgotten, restaurants serving the best of local and international cuisine, and designer boutiques that will… Continue reading Our curated itinerary for spending the best 48 hours in Colombo
The vibe: Nestled in the heart of the Kalsa quarter of the Sicilian capital of Palermo, Butera 28 is a set of plush apartments located within the gorgeous 18th-century Palazzo Lanza Tomasi, the former palace of the last prince of Lampedusa, Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa. Ananya Panday in the library at Palazzo Lanza Tomasi A… Continue reading The charming Butera 28 in Palermo is a neoclassical lover’s dream come true
