We know it sounds unbelievable, but hey, Mumbai has an island that most of us didn’t know about! A well-kept secret, Panju Island, is located near Thane’s border and is about 15 km from Borivali station. It is among the 26 islands in India—the only one in Maharashtra—that will be turned into tourist hotspots. With… Continue reading Mumbai’s Panju Island Is The Perfect Vacation Spot For The Long Weekend
For those who relish the idea of vacationing alone, Radha Vyas, co-founder of the travel company Flash Pack, offers up a quirky selection of her favourites adventures. Scroll through for the best solo travel destinations in the world: Photographs: Unsplash
A sheet of icy rain falls steadily from velvety grey clouds. A swirl of silver fog blocks out our view of the snow-covered mountains we’re driving through. “This particular fog is called Mjørki,” explains Jóhannus—our indefatigably cheerful guide. There are 40 words for fog in Faroese. I can understand why. Lying north of Scotland and… Continue reading Why the remote Faroe Islands are a must-visit for adventurous travellers
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
Hotel Café Royal, part of the European hotel group The Leading Hotels of the World, was London’s finest restaurant and bar. It quickly became the epicentre of London’s fashionable set in the 19th century; its lounge and bar were frequented by celebrities like Liz Taylor, Mick Jagger and writers like Oscar Wilde and Virginia Woolf. … Continue reading History gets a modern makeover at the newly-renovated Hotel Café Royal
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
Venice is trash. That’s about all I heard about Venice from the time I decided to spend my birthday week there this year. It’s too crowded. It smells. There is nothing to do in Venice beyond a day. Unfairly (and also unsurprisingly), much like most of the greatest beauties in the world, Venice now bears… Continue reading An ode to the beauty and charm of Venice
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
There is no better occasion than the festive season to pack your bags and ditch the bustle of the city for some much needed down-time. With the year coming to an end fairly soon, there is still time to tick off a few places from your travel bucket list. We’ve picked the best luxury retreats… Continue reading Looking for the ultimate luxurious festive getaway? Here are our top picks
