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In this issue

The May issue of T+L India builds ideas across culture, craft, and performance. From our Discoveries list of destinations worth travelling to for their performance art, to immersive journeys through places like Koh Yao Yai and Taiwan, we explore how deeply rooted traditions are shaping the way we travel today. Our cover story follows Malaika Arora in Koh Yao Yai, where community and culture take centre stage, while across Intelligent Traveller and Experiences, we move through living museums, historic cities, and remote landscapes: from Sovereign Hill to Xi’an and the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Designers, artists, and cultural voices weigh in on how travel, identity, and creativity intersect. And through our photo essays we spotlight craftsmanship that continues to define India’s cultural narrative. This issue is a reminder that the future of travel may well lie in how we engage with what already exists.

48 HOURS IN TAIWAN

From misty mountain sunrises in Alishan to sky-high views in Taiwan's cities, Rishika Singh immerses herself in the island's eclectic mix of nature, culture, and cuisine

3 mins

THAILAND'S HIDDEN JEWEL

In a country where island life is often synonymous with full-moon parties and longtail boat traffic, Samreen Tungekar discovers the beautiful quietude of Koh Yao Yai

2 mins

OTHER SIDE OF PARADISE

At Anantara Koh Yao Yai, Thailand's untouched island life unfolds in rare, restorative beauty before Samreen Tungekar.

2 mins

STRIKING GOLD LIKE THE 1850S

At Sovereign Hill in Ballarat, a vivid recreation of the Victorian Gold Rush helps Henna Shah open a window into Australia's colonial past and the beginnings of Melbourne's economic boom

4 mins

Craft In Motion

As Ensemble returns to the runway after nearly two decades, Tina Tahiliani Parikh tells Rishika Singh how cities, cultures, and fleeting encounters find their way into her curatorial instincts, as well as her personal style.

3 mins

Spiritual Sounds

Prachi and Raghav grew up in a household where satsangs were a norm, and singing along seemed like the natural rhythm.

3 mins

All The World's A Muse

He's garnered a following of millions across the globe, he's made music with Nick Jonas, and he's far from done.

3 mins

Historically Speaking

A historian who moves between archives and landscapes with equal ease, Ira Mukhoty is known for building narratives that don't sit still on the page-they travel, shift, and accumulate detail as they go.

3 mins

A Life On Pointe

To many, Pia Sutaria might be introduced in relation to her sister, actor Tara Sutaria.

3 mins

A Map Of Love And Elsewhere

When we ask Onir to map his life as a film, he instantly turns to Thimphu, where his sensibility as both person and filmmaker took shape, whereas the climax of this film called life is in Srinagar.

3 mins

Off Script And On The Move

From second-class rail compartments to the hushed expanses of the Himalayas, Pratik Gandhi has spent much of his life in transit-observing, absorbing, and collecting the textures of people and places.

3 mins

BETWEEN SALT & SKY

An artist's study of Kutch, where geography quietly dictates the forms of living, making, and belonging in a land attuned to the whispers of nature.

2 mins

MALAIKA ARORA'S ESCAPE TO KOH YAO YAI

Entrepreneur, celebrity, hostess—the actor immerses herself in the island life of Thailand's crown jewel and delves into details about her journey, wellness, and favourite ways to travel.

7 mins

Terracotta & Legacy

Walking the ancient capital of Xi'an, Natasha Patidar unveils a city city shaped by emperors, traders, pilgrims, and still defined by its history

4 mins

The Coast Is Clear

A drive along Portugal's Costa Vicentina reveals dramatic cliffs, elemental food, and untamed beaches.

4 mins

Seal The Moment

On the windswept Icelandic shores of Ytri Tunga, Punita Malhotra finds that watching seals becomes an unlikely meditation

4 mins

HOW ABOUT THAT Quiet SOUND?

From qawwali in Kumaon to sound baths in the Cotswolds, Anushka Patodia finds out how music tourism is turning softer to sooth the emotionally tired traveller.

4 mins

The Road Less Travelled

Most visitors to Morocco only see the brilliance and bustle of its major cities. But a journey through the mountains and deserts of the remote south leads to moments of serenity, tradition, and community.

10+ mins

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Travel+Leisure India Magazine Description:

Publisher: Burda-Media-India-Pvt.-Ltd.

Category: Travel

Language: English

Frequency: Monthly

Travel+Leisure India is a monthly travel magazine published by Burda Media India Pvt. Ltd. It is the Indian edition of the American travel magazine Travel+Leisure. The magazine covers a wide range of travel topics, from destinations and hotels to food and culture. It also features articles on Indian travel, from off-the-beaten-path experiences to luxury getaways.

Travel+Leisure India has been praised for its informative articles and stunning photography. The magazine has won numerous awards, including the World Travel Awards India.

Here are some of the features of Travel+Leisure India Magazine:

* In-depth articles: Travel+Leisure India features in-depth articles on destinations, hotels, and experiences.

* Focus on Indian travel: Travel+Leisure India also features articles on Indian travel, from off-the-beaten-path experiences to luxury getaways.

* Expert advice: Travel+Leisure India features articles by experts on topics such as travel planning, packing, and budgeting.

* Up-to-date information: Travel+Leisure India is always up-to-date with the latest travel news and trends.