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In this issue

It’s Summer at Travel + Leisure India & South Asia! As the season of long holidays returns, travel is no longer just about escaping routine, but about gathering with intention. At the heart of the issue is cover star Kalyani Priyadarshan, reflecting on navigating legacy and independence, her journey across languages and industries, and the places that have shaped her sense of home. Like the spirit of summer travel itself, her story is one of exploration, growth, and discovering who we are beyond the familiar.
This issue explores the trends shaping how, and why, we travel today: from entertainment-inspired journeys that turn films and stories into shared family experiences, to road trips designed for curiosity and connection. We also look at the rise of pet-friendly travel and destinations that invite a slower pace, from Bhutan’s verdant calm to Porto’s easy rhythm and Turkey’s layered histories.
Through our annual #WomenOnTheMarch campaign, we celebrate women redefining movement—crossing borders, summiting peaks, and expanding the idea of travel for the next generation.

Healing in the Sahyadris

Perched atop a crystalline hill in the Sahyadri ranges, overlooking the serene waters of Mulshi Lake near Pune, Atmantan Wellness Centre turns ten this year.

1 mins

WHEN THE BAR BECOMES THE STAGE

Experience mixology in a never-seen-before format at Leela Bengaluru's award-winning speakeasy.

1 mins

LUXE & THE CITY

As one of New York's most storied hotels reopens its doors after an eight-year transformation, SAMREEN TUNGEKAR steps inside to explore its layered history, enduring legacy, and the thoughtful reinvention designed to captivate a new generation of travellers

4 mins

A Summer Odyssey

Sculpted canyons, alpine cityscapes, river adventures, and open highways make Utah the quintessential American summer destination.

3 mins

THE GREAT INDIAN ROAD TRIP

Nikhil Chawla lists 10 luxury and mid-range vehicles built to handle children, pets and luggage-from Himalayan highways to coastal crawls

4 mins

OF CORNICHES & COURTYARDS

Casablanca faces the Atlantic; Marrakech turns inward to its riads. Between them lies a Morocco too layered for one visit, Vama Kothari finds out on an eye-opening solo trip.

4 mins

SUMMER STATES

Stuti Agarwal and Karnika Kabra follow the mood of summer-languid afternoons blurred into amber evenings, light turned cinematic, and style reflecting a quiet surrender to heat, light, and restless wanderlust.

1 mins

DARJEELING

Explore light layers in misty pastels and soft greens-accents that mirror a hill town where summer arrives as a cool sigh.

1 mins

NEW ORLEANS

Relaxed tailoring with a spirited edge—try sharp blazers, prints, and accents that reflect a city where summer moves to a sultry rhythm.

1 mins

BLACK FOREST

Play with airy knits, cotton dresses, and quiet textures in moss, cream, and charcoal in a setting where summer feels hushed and deeply green.

1 mins

A Quiet Upgrade

Love at first sight isn't just about destinations-it lives in small comforts, shared moments and thoughtful choices. This month highlights technology that elevates travel, connection, calm and personal style.

1 mins

A Snow Queen's Dream

Raised in Manali by a father who left a government job to pursue adventure sports, Aanchal Thakur grew up skiing on European slopes, chasing her brother's competitive milestones, and learning early what it meant to represent India in a discipline with little infrastructure or support. When she became the first Indian to win an international skiing medal, the moment was about more than personal victory discovers Stuti Agarwal

3 mins

Lessons At Sea

After living with constraints and societal limitations for over five decades, her first dive into the Maldivian deep blue changed Uma Mani's life forever. What started as finding freedom in scuba diving has now turned into understanding threatened marine life and saving it, one dive at a time, she tells Maahi Shah

3 mins

On The Road To Courage

With a track record of cycling 26,000 km solo across the country and scaling peaks pushing boundaries and inspiring fearless women. In a conversation with RISHIKA SINGH, Malviya shares what drives her, the lessons she's learned on the road, and her message to women across India.

2 mins

The Freedom of Forest Life

For over a decade, Bhavna Menon has been working on the intersection of community impact and human-animal. Truth be told, she wouldn't want it any other way. On most days, Menon spends her time with children living at the fringe of the forest, educating them about conservation, urging women to own their voices, and sometimes savouring a cup of chai against the backdrop of the jungle, feeling at home.

2 mins

A Summit Of Dreams

On May 25, 2014, a 13-year-old girl from a village in Telangana stood on the summit of Mount Everest and experienced, for the first time, \"what freedom truly feels like.\" By the next morning, Poorna Malavath became the youngest woman in the world to reach this point on the top of the planet. In a conversation with RISHIKA SINGH, she reflects on why her greatest mission now is expanding the horizons of girls who have been told to keep theirs small.

2 mins

through the lens

Bhutan

3 mins

The Alchemy of Porto

From riverfront romance to the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal's wine capital unfolds slowly and beautifully before Gargi Guha

4 mins

Spirit of Summer

In the Dominican Republic hydration takes on a whole new meaning, as Nainaa R. Rajpaal discovers

5 mins

Where Wildflowers Wander

From films across languages to rigorous roles, Kalyani Priyadarshan's craft is shaped by collaboration, curiosity, and a fearless embrace of challenge, discovers

6 mins

UP AND AWAY

When her son’s travel wish list sets off a family-wide case of wanderlust, Katie Kitamura plans a dream tour of Turkey, from ancient Istanbul to the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia.

10+ mins

Travelling Tails

Hospitality & travel operators are meeting the demands of the ever-growing pet travel economy as more Indian travellers refuse to embark on trips without their furry family.

5 mins

LIVING THE RENAISSANCE: JOURNEY ACROSS INDIA THROUGH ART & CULTURE

Luxury alone no longer satisfies India's well-travelled audiences. Leading art festivals, boutique resorts, and heritage experiences are redefining travel by offering tactile, immersive encounters, from royal dining to conservation-led cultural festivals.

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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.