Travel

Updated : Aug 13, 2026

99% of people from the Netherlands, Sweden have travelled abroad. Indians are at the other end

Geography also plays a key role. For instance, European citizens benefit from relatively short distances between nations and extensive cross-border transportation networks.

Updated : Aug 5, 2026

Some people want truth, some just want entertainment: Steve McCurry on photography in the age of AI

"If you are working in advertising, fashion, food, cars or illustration, AI can be effective," says legendary photographer Steve McCurry.

If you're planning your next international holiday, these destinations offer the perfect mix of stunning landscapes, welcoming locals, efficient transport and peace of mind

Updated : Jul 19, 2026

Want a worry-free vacation? These 10 safest countries in 2026 promise peace, stunning views and zero stress

Whether you're travelling solo, with family or planning your dream bucket-list vacation, these destinations prove that the best trips are often the ones where you can simply relax and enjoy the journey.

Tomorrowland Thailand 2026: Six stages, VIP passes and a strict 20-plus age rule

Updated : Jul 14, 2026

Tomorrowland Thailand 2026: Tickets, age limit & more; Top 4 things festivalgoers need to know

The Thailand edition will feature six stages, including Tomorrowland's legendary MainStage, CORE and Freedom, along with new stages created specifically for the country

Tired of viral hotspots? Indians are choosing quieter holidays built around ‘hushpitality’

Updated : Jun 25, 2026

Fewer crowds, slower days: Why Indian travellers are looking beyond bucket-list cities

Indian holidaymakers are increasingly looking beyond crowded bucket-list locations, choosing mountain towns, lesser-known islands, cultural centres and quieter stretches of coastline instead

Backpacks over suitcases, utility over tech: How India's luggage preferences are shifting fast

Updated : Jun 11, 2026

Waterproof, lightweight, no USB ports: What Indians actually want from their luggage in 2026

68% of Indian consumers travel every two to three months or more, and nearly four in ten consumers aged 25 to 44 travel monthly or more, according to a new report released

Indian travellers are ditching the plains for the peaks this summer — and the data proves it

Updated : Jun 5, 2026

From metros to mountains: Why Leh, Kasol and McLeod Ganj are India's hottest summer picks

The trend is being driven largely by travellers from metro cities, pointing to a growing preference for outdoor, experience-led escapes over conventional summer destinations

Skip the Grand Canyon, visit Gandikota: India's best alternatives to iconic global destinations

Updated : May 30, 2026

India's Grand Canyon, Venice and Mini Switzerland: 5 domestic destinations for travelling this summer 2026

India's own terrain offers compelling alternatives to some of the globe's most iconic destinations, from the American Southwest to the Swiss Alps

9 in 10 Indians planning summer 2026 travel despite uncertainty, but flexibility is the new norm

Updated : May 13, 2026

Bangkok to Kozhikode: Where Indians are flying this summer and how much it will cost

Airfare volatility, rising overall costs, and global disruptions are reshaping decision-making in real time, making this one of the most complex planning seasons Indian travellers have navigated in recent years

47% of Indian travellers plan to avoid crowded destinations as sustainable travel gains ground

Updated : May 6, 2026

96% of Indian travellers want more sustainable travel and they’re starting to act on it: Here's how

Nine‑in‑ten Indian travellers say more sustainable travel is important or very important to them, and across age groups, there is a clear shift from intention to everyday action on the ground

Marriott International's Autograph Collection Hotels has made its debut in India with NoorMahal, Delhi NCR Karnal.

Updated : Apr 27, 2026

NoorMahal becomes India's first Autograph Collection hotel; CMD Colonel Manbeer Choudhary on the Marriott partnership and the palace hotel opportunity

As luxury travel shifts from opulence to experience-led heritage, NoorMahal's Marriott tie-up puts the spotlight on India’s evolving palace hotel market.

Hill stations at home, Japan abroad: Indian travellers ditch checklists for personal journeys

Updated : Apr 23, 2026

From Manali to Tokyo: How Indians are planning summer travel in 2026

Patterns for the May to June 2026 travel window show a clear tilt toward destinations that offer something specific, cooler temperatures, spiritual depth, cultural discovery or coastal calm, rather than simply ticking boxes

Artificial intelligence is changing how people discover, plan and experience travel.

Updated : Mar 19, 2026

AI takes the lead in travel planning as Mastercard, MakeMyTrip choose India to launch 'Lifestyle Navigator'

Mastercard has partnered with MakeMyTrip to launch ‘Lifestyle Navigator’, an AI-powered travel and lifestyle concierge. India is the first market in the world to see this platform go live.

Unfolding from the Abheygarh hilltop palace at Khetri, the two-day extravaganza on January 9 and 10 was a master class in how to do mindful luxury right.

Updated : Feb 28, 2026

Conservation, Craft, Culture and Community: Godawan’s conservation push gets a conscious luxury fillip with Durbar

Durbar by Godawan Estuary Water’s second edition was a curated immersive experience which brought together craft, conservation, culture and community.

Sustainability, often reduced to a buzzword in Indian travel, is approached at The Golden Tusk with a more grounded sensibility.

Updated : Feb 4, 2026

Beyond the Safari: How The Golden Tusk is reimagining a wilderness-led stay in Jim Corbett

A balancing act between what the forest allows and what the market demands sits behind many of the travel trends shaping Jim Corbett National Park today. Safari tourism remains the headline attraction, but its limitations are increasingly apparent.

The property is scheduled to welcome its first guests on 15 February 2026.

Updated : Feb 4, 2026

Inside Naila Fort: The Oberoi Group’s new ultra-luxury private retreat in Jaipur

Originally constructed in 1849 by the Champawat clan, the fort has undergone a meticulous restoration to transform it into an ultra-luxury four-bedroom residence.

Updated : Jan 15, 2026

Travel and wellness trends 2026: How the world is learning to travel with intention again

From circadian health to celebration-led destinations, 2026 redefines travel as a way of living, not escaping.

Winter getaways in India that swap crowds for calm, comfort, and meaningful escapes

Updated : Dec 23, 2025

From Udaipur to Corbett: Winter stays that blend heritage, nature and slow living

Across India, a new season of travel is unfolding, one that favours mindful wellness, restored heritage, and immersive nature escapes

Updated : Dec 22, 2025

Encalm Atithya services at T3, IGI Delhi Airport: Redefining what it means to travel well

A quiet luxury at 35,000 feet, before you even leave the ground.

Updated : Dec 19, 2025

Germany's bet on culture and sustainability to attract Indian travellers in 2025 paid off

Germany sharpens its tourism pitch for Indian travellers, spotlighting culture, sustainability and longer, experience-led journeys in 2025.

Updated : Dec 3, 2025

Why Zurich is more than just a stopover

Explore Zurich beyond the clichés with this city travel guide, from swimming in the Limmat and discovering Kreis 4’s nightlife to world-class art, a thriving food scene, and refined stays at Park Hyatt Zurich.