Travel+Leisure India - May 2023

THE JOURNEY BEGINS

Watches and Wonders is one of the most prestigious events in the world of horology, where top watch brands showcase their latest innovations and designs. We highlight some of the best travel watches from Watches and Wonders 2023 that combine functionality, style, and precision, making them ideal for jetsetters and globetrotters alike

Finding Yourself In Fiji

Far away from the mundane, Fiji lies in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, with natural beauty that brings to mind images of paradise. On a recent visit to the tropical nation, VISHWAVEER SINGH discovers cerulean waters, untouched islands, and sunsets that melt the heart

Discoveries: A Globetrotter's Guide To The Latest In Travel

As summer looms on the horizon once again, we bring you a list of 10 cool, blissfully uncrowded spots across India for the perfect vacation

ON THE FAR EDGE

The Gobbins Cliff Path in Ireland is considered one of the most dramatic walks in the world. JOANNA LOBO  puts on her hiking boots to find out why

HARBOUR OF ART

Following in the footsteps of great artists Monet and Boudin, SHIKHA SHAH  finds inspiration in Honfleur, a storybook town in the Normandy region of France

BREWING CHANGE

Once a remote, inaccessible region, Araku Valley in Andhra Pradesh now produces a world-recognised and award-winning brand, Araku Coffee. CHIRAG MOHANTY SAMAL discovers the remarkable transformation of the region led by sustainability, innovation, and community

FOOD FOR CHANGE

Bubbling with a passion for food, Indian-born British chef Asma Khan stormed into the male-dominated culinary world with The Darjeeling Kitchen, a pan-Asian restaurant in London, in 2017. In a conversation with BAYAR JAIN  at the sixth edition of the Food For Thought fest in New Delhi, the cookbook author recounts her journey, challenges, and the power of food

VISUAL RACONTEUR

Filmmaker Shaunak Sen’s Oscar-nominated documentary, All That Breathes follows two brothers in Delhi who dedicate their lives to protecting black kites. The director talks to SIMRRAN GILL about the idea behind the film and his longstanding connection with Delhi

WELLNESS REVOLUTION

The country’s wellness tourism industry is seeing a significant surge in demand, with travellers seeking unique and transformative experiences that promote physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. RIAAN JACOB GEORGE does a deep dive to find out the trends dominating this segment

CULTURAL MAGPIE

The maximalist who put Indian art and craft on the global stage and that too on his own unapologetic terms, tells CHIRAG MOHANTY SAMAL about his fantastical new store in Mumbai, why travel is necessary for creativity, and how the traveller’s aesthetic resonates with him