Author Bryant H McGill once said that the realities of the world seldom measure up to the sublime designs of human imagination. Sometimes, what we imagine is more adventurous and fun than the real deal. So all those people who have had their bookings cancelled and... Read More
Places seldom change. People do. On my first visit to Goa, I stayed near Fort Aguada — a 17th century structure with a lighthouse built by the Portuguese who governed this sun-speckled place for more than four centuries. I was in my early thirties then, and in... Read More
Comfort food is anything that is reassuring, anything that tells us we are safe and loved — Amma’s rice and sambar, Ma’s khichdi, Aai’s ussal-pau, or Naani’s kheer. India being so vast and varied — its homes filled with the... Read More
When we travel, we collect more than just souvenirs and trinkets; we also carry with us stories and memories of places we saw and people we met during our trips. Just because we can’t travel now doesn’t mean we can’t experience new destinations and personalities.This... Read More
The ninth month of the Islamic calendar began last week for Muslims everywhere. A time for spiritual reflection, Ramadan would usually have brought the 1.8 billion strong community together, but 2020 has proven to be a tough year for all. From the Middle East and... Read More
As people across the world wait for the coronavirus crisis to pass, many countries are reaching out to potential tourists through virtual tours and eye-catching tweets. If you can’t go “there”, “there” comes to you. Tourist destinations... Read More
Like all countries everywhere, India has taken a major hit to its travel and tourism industry because of the current pandemic. But the world runs on hope, and most of us hope for a day when we all will travel like before. And such a day will see travellers zeroing in... Read More
It may sound paradoxical to think about travel when there is a worldwide lockdown in place. But as the wheels of life depend more on hope than fear, we can and should make the most of all that’s available regardless of the circumstances we find ourselves in. Being a... Read More
As the world grapples with COVID-19, The UN Secretary General has issued a call for the most disruptive startups and entrepreneurs to contribute towards lessening its impact on tourism. It’s an urgent call because The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) expects... Read More
I remember reading about this pilot who wrote to Reader’s Digest about mothers who entered the massive plane and looked for playrooms for their children, fully confident that there would be one for their kids on long flights. I have to break the news to them, he... Read More
Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the destination, and the journey. They are home. — American journalist Anna Quindlen You are not stuck at home if you have a book with you. A book can take you places. While you’re doing your part... Read More
On a visit to Ponnani in Malappuram district of Kerala (South India), I remember taking in the smell of fish laid out to dry on the beach on a thin piece of cloth. There were dhowboats nearby and the sound of waves breaking on the seashore. I wrinkled my nose and... Read More
With more than 3800 deaths and thousands of people infected, the coronavirus charges on. As governments continue to ponder next steps, sporting bodies across the world prepare for worst-case scenarios, such as suspension of mass public events. Players and fans... Read More
New Delhi — India’s capital city — has hugely congested roads. It’s also notorious for being unsafe for women with stalking and molestations reported on streets and public transport. This daily strife of travel paved the way for a beautiful... Read More
Apart from the Northern and Southern lights, which are common at higher altitudes, there is immense activity happening on this thrumming, spinning, evolving planet we call our home. If you are someone in love with light, here are a few places for you to explore: Light... Read More
It may not be wise to board an airplane during this time and go abroad, but you can be in your own city and get on a vacation. Be a tourist in your own city! If you are thinking of taking a staycation, here are the five best hotels to explore in Manila: Raffles Makati... Read More
I enjoy going on motorcycle trips and stopping in small towns and enjoying drinks with the locals. So said George Clooney, one of the most celebrated American actors. Think of it, what better way is there to know a place, especially Southeast Asia where the most... Read More
Last updated 17 March 2020 Following the outbreak of Novel Coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, governments around the world imposed travel restrictions and bans to Mainland China and several other countries impacted by the health crisis. We compiled a list of the... Read More
The Taj Mahal in Agra city of Uttar Pradesh welcomes everyone around the world for the Taj Mahotsav from 18th February 2020 to 27th February 2020. The festival will be held at Shilpgram near the eastern gate of this beautiful mausoleum, which is also a UNESCO... Read More
Food lovers, unite! Whether you’re a street food lover or fine dining connoisseur, you’ll find something tantalising at the seventh edition of Dubai Food Festival (DFF). .Dubai’s own celebration of world’s cuisine and fun entertainment begins on 26 February 2020 up... Read More
The life blood of a culture can be found in its festivals. There truly is no better way to know a country than be part of some of its biggest celebrations. From folk dances and local practices to attire and food, festivals reflect all that defines any community or... Read More
When my daughter told me about the taste of red ants (sour, like lemon) after a school trip to Indonesia, I wondered what it was in her gene that helped her chew an insect. But then, how did I grow up a vegetarian in a family full of meat-eaters? I don’t know. It was... Read More
Trust your intuition, they say. If you want to be lucky in love, trust your intuition. And if that doesn’t work? Trust the place. Whether you are single or a couple, here are five cities you MUST visit to find or keep your love: Singapore A no-nonsense place with... Read More
The idea that food is medicine and that it should ideally forge a bond with the soul has brought about a small revolution in how we eat. Many of us switch off the television, fold away newspapers and stop talking when we smell food. It’s time to eat. This... Read More
Japanese actor Ken Watanabe once said that a perfect bloom is a rare thing, that you could spend your life looking for one and it wouldn’t be a wasted life. How about thousands of blooms then? Where would you go looking for them? Here’s a list of places that could... Read More
Travel, and tell no one…live a true love story, and tell no one…live happily, and tell no one…people ruin beautiful things. So said Kahlil Gibran, the Lebanese-American poet and philosopher. Travel, excitement, and sweet memories shouldn’t be limited to... Read More
