In this issue

Our September issue unearths the gems in Asia. Peruse our list of 20 emerging destinations in the continent, from its newest nation Timor Leste to Kyrgyzstan's Tien Shan, and more. Bookmark the most fascinating heritage sites in the Malaysian city of Melaka. Get a peek into Singapore’s Hainanese Western food culture and take a virtual trip to Vietnam with a photo series. Head to Charida in West Bengal and meet artisan families who have been in the mask-making business for generations; go beyond the usual circuit in Ladakh to discover obscure villages; and revisit Kochi-Muziris Biennale's most thought-provoking narratives. We also check into the brand new Raffles Udaipur, on opening day, with this month's cover star Aditi Rao Hydari.

An Endless Summer

The brand new Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa puts a refreshing European spin on the luxuries of the gorgeous archipelago.

4 mins

A TRYST WITH THE PAST

The sleepy Malaysian city of Melaka charms visitors with its mishmash of cultures, ancient religious structures, and simple life.

5 mins

NEW GEAR INCOMING

Autumn brings with it a windfall of exciting launches in India. Add your favourite tech to cart and indulge in retail therapy.

2 mins

ART FOR EVERYONE

Kiran Nadar’s delightful, diverse collection of 5,000 artworks represents all the major phases of modern and contemporary Indian art at the two venues of the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art. The iconic art connoisseur speaks with SUMEET KESWANI about the importance of accessibility, digital and immersive exhibits, and her favourite cities and museums.

4 mins

THE CROWN JEWEL OF UDAIPUR

Floating like a dream on Lake Udai Sagar, Raffles Udaipur— the brand’s maiden outpost in India—opened its doors last month. Travel + Leisure India & South Asia took off with Bollywood’s very own royalty, Aditi Rao Hydari, for an exclusive cover shoot.

7 mins

THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS OF ART

As the Kochi-Muziris Biennale—deferred to November this year due to the pandemic—dusts away the cobwebs at Aspinwall House, unspools the yarn at Cabral Yard, and contextualises the contemporary at Kashi Art Cafe, it is time to look back at some of the art extravaganza’s most thought-provoking narratives.

7 mins

MASKS OF GLORY

Charida is not the most popular tourism spot in West Bengal. But its obscurity is one of the reasons that made UPASYA B choose to discover the undiscovered ‘mask village’ of India.

4 mins

THE ROAD TO MY ROOTS

A dysfunctional family finds harmony and plenty of nostalgia in the hilly forests of Ramgarh, Uttarakhand.

4 mins

BURNING BRIGHT

East Java is home to some of Indonesia’s most spectacular volcanoes, including one with blue fire. NIVEDANA JALAN embarks on a daring expedition.

5 mins

WHERE SIDDHA SERENADES

Offering a mix of stillness, spirituality, and Siddha, a trip to Svatma in Thanjavur promises to soothe the mind, body, and spirit.

5 mins

SKINCARE SECRETS

Spoil yourself silly with organic face oils, Ayurvedic hair cleansers, luxe sleeping masks, and more.

1 min

BEAUTY BY DESIGN

After decades of war and political turmoil, Beirut’s artists and makers continue to produce boundary-pushing works as the city rebuilds. GISELA WILLIAMS visits Arthaus, an innovative hotel that offers guests access to Lebanon’s irrepressible creative scene.

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