CRUISE
90 Southeast Asia by sea.
BYMITALI SARAN
OOTY HOTELS
98 Enduring charm.
BY VAIDEHI IYER
NAGALAND
106 Springtime in Mon.
BY RAJNI GEORGE
KOREA
112 The food tour.
BYMRIDULA GANDHI
48 HOURS
120 In Johannesburg.
BY ACHAL PRABHALA
The glass-and-teak-panelled corridors of the restored Fernhills Palace in Ooty (p. 98)
COVER
Photograph: Sanjoy Ghosh
Design: Mayank Rai
Regulars 6 Insider
8 Letters
12 Ask Marco
16 NSEW
34 Hotels
46 Books
50 Favourite Things
52 Alternatives
56 Rediscovery
128 Travel & Error
129 Read & Win
130 Traveltoons

Long road journeys are on the itinerary this month as states are offering the best of their nature, heritage, and cuisine to tourists. We cover a bus journey from Delhi to London, explore Lucknow's Hazratganj, and take you on a spiritual escape through Ganpatipule. Trek up the Taktsang Monastery in Bhutan and meet intrepid travellers on your journey through Hampi. Join us in Alila Bishangarh, and have a bite of traditional Gujarati Undhiyu along the way. We have some books lined up for your relaxing rendezvous, and a roadtrip checklist to make sure you're all set on this India-trotting trip!


This month we're exploring our cities, and more specifically, our neighbourhoods. Take a whole new look at Delhi's history, Kolkata's heritage, and what it means to be a true Hyderabadi. We have some local getaways lined up for you, and get up close and personal with JW Marriott Juhu's Sharad Puri, and Guppy's Vikram Khatri. Take a deep dive into Keoladeo National Park, and other hidden places around the world with Sarah Baxter. Our team has curated some safe travel gear for you, along with a little glimpse into colonial Calcutta. Come join us in our micro adventures!

As states reopen for tourism, we follow along the new guidelines in this issue. Join us on an adventure through the farmlands of Hoshiarpur, rediscover the royal heritage of Kota, take in the scenic vistas of Sikkim, and fall in love with Puducherry. We have experts all around with Kumar Shobhan spilling the beans on Hyatt Regency Kolkata, and Suvir Saran documenting his journey from New York to New Delhi. A new design and a whole new outlook on travel this time around.


In our 19th-anniversary issue, Mandira Bedi, Remo Fernandes, Chef Ranveer Brar and Bhaichand Patel take us on a voyage through their favourite destinations for that extra-special trip. We also delve into the long-kept secrets of Rajasthan's royal liquors, and the soil that births Kangra's tea and pottery. Shake up an award-winning cocktail with Sidecar's Yangdup Lama as you ease out of India's COVID-19 lockdown

10 quick (and quiet) driving getaways
The future of travel
Hacks to survive the lockdown

As the world presses pause, we come out with our first e-edition in 19 years. Ominous but realistic, our photo story, 'Travel in the Time of Corona', is how we make sense of the loss of our nomadic world. For now, at least. The usual news and reviews have chugged along, with riveting journeys to the likes of Meghalaya, Orchha, Baku and Lakshadweep for company. A heartfelt tribute to Indian-origin chef Floyd Cardoz, and tête-à-tête with an eco-travel giant, outline the pandemic's unshakeable presence on our futures. Stay safe, until we meet again. 

Time and again we keep returning to the hills. Not just to gawp at the majesty of the mountains but also to recharge, to feel close to the spiritual core of the earth, to discover ourselves. This issue, we take in destinations as diverse as the Palani Hills, the Tirthan Valley, Chamoli, Arunachal Pradesh and Bhutan 

Walk on water in Chandipur, relive the Buddha's life on an express trip, or go on a night trek in a tiger reserve—in February 2020, we lay out standout travel experiences that ought to be on your list. Ever sampled the royal cuisine of Madhya Pradesh? One of our writers, a Bhopal native, can get you started. Two drives in western Ireland and Ladakh, plus an eclectic jaunt to Melaka, up the ante. Is this issue the stuff of dreams? We think you know the answer.

New Year, New Me' isn't just for our ambitious readers. As you take on resolutions titanic and tiny, we resolve to make our travel journalism bigger and better. Our January 2020 edition is a step in that direction. Join us as we unravel old haunts with new eyes; start off with Jaipur beyond the royal circuit, followed by a rhododendron-laced hunt for the Kanchenjunga at Singalila. Then, get a little wild at Satpura National Park, and enter fantasy territory on Komodo Island and the Giant's Causeway. Understand the crucible of humanity that is South Africa, and return to 2020 with the buzz of Manchester and Koh Samui. We've also pinpointed our bucket list for the new decade. Care to share yours?

The itch to travel seldom disappears. We get world map tattoos, longingly gaze at glossy pull-outs, and plan bucket lists till the cows come home. But a lot changes in between: sceneries, infrastructure, local culture. Visiting far-flung locales is an achievement, sure, but in 2019, how does one make the best of these jaunts into the unknown? Our December issue, which takes you to Svalbard, Oman, Mongolia, Uzbekistan and Mauritius, can shed some light. Want someplace closer to dip your toes? Try Sikkim's Dzongu Valley, or quiet Theog near Shimla. From icy thrills to rustic no frills, it's a delightful wrap to a year of adventure. 

Fried rice and a saucy side are to ordering in, what the Taj Mahal and Goa are to travelling—easy, dependable, but stripped of all novelty. When the PM encouraged citizens to explore at least 15 destinations in India by 2022, we were reminded of the limitless wonders within our borders, and set out to make a Secret India edition. It’s got 22 offbeat places that ought to be on any seasoned traveller’s bucket list, historical gems like Burhanpur, Bardhaman and Bhubaneswar, and much more. Beyond our borders, there are far-flung destinations like Rome, Azerbaijan, Fiji and Lhasa. The Diwali hamper joke is right there, but like our compilation, it's best to avoid clichés.

Nature Holidays
In this issue we bring you our wildlife special. From the lush greenery of Assam in search of rhinos and gibbons to Zambia's savannah, butterflies in Silent Valley to the latest tiger census in the country; we bring you stories from wild places you need to visit. There's lots more besides: the latest offerings in Thailand, murals in Manchester and a drive down Amalfi Coast.

There's grumbling about millennials everywhere. Does that make our cover story, on holidaying for this generation, an optimist's turn? Well, we'll let you read this Gen Y travel primer—covering travel style, hot destinations and the dark tourism debate—and judge for yourself. Once reasonably up to speed, move over to everything Israel; the manmade (and surprisingly, tropical) marvels of Sanya in China; a day with equestrian extraordinaire Steve Guerdat; and a moment of zen with Raghu Rai in Tirupati. End things on a fun note with our richly illustrated taverna crawl through Goa. 

It’s been said that a strongly-marked personality influences generations to come. Well, the August issue is our offering towards posterity. Sampling places with persistent character, as well as those who’ve freshly shaken off the dust, we visit three heritage locations in West Bengal, the Chettinad's peppery repertoire, and the haunting Kolar Gold Fields of Karnataka. If short on time, leaf through Telangana’s royal past, in pictures. Ex situ, there’s the vibrant Peranakans of Singapore, Istanbul’s cultural confluence, Beijing’s Summer Palace, and quaint Uzès in France

To mark our 18th anniversary, the July issue of Outlook Traveller brings you offbeat travel ideas from every state and union territory in India. Apart from that, read all about a drive in Morocco, what’s new in New York, and some advice on travelling while pregnant.

This issue we gaze into the crystal ball and reveal what the future of travel looks like. We also revisit old favourites like Manali, Bengaluru, Stockholm and Hong Kong, but view them with new eyes. 

Our food issue spills the beans on the hot, new rising stars of India’s fine dining scene. Also in the issue: chasing snow leopards in Ladakh, finding adventure in South Africa and the subtle charms of Dalhousie, a hill station as classic as they come

The Europe Issue
Picture-perfect Europe or the majestic Middle East, this issue brings you 120 pages of immersive travel. We stop by the fairy-tale Slovenia, retrace the legacy of Lisbon, lose ourselves in Montenegro, pay a 1st arrondissement homage to Paris, and, finally, relive the Renaissance in Florence. If that wasn't enough, the sands of Abu Dhabi, 'fjords' of Oman and culture of Sharjah definitely are. 



Where should you go this summer? With this hills special, we have you covered.

The Immersive Holidays Issue

 

In this issue we bring you the best of things to enjoy locally. From cooking regional delicacies in Kerala to going on a Telangana food walk in Hyderabad, following ones grandparents' footsteps in Arunachal to learning about temples in Tamil Nadu, this issue gives you immersive holiday ideas. We also have an essay on trees, adventures in Italy with 'Nonna' and a culinary festival in Amritsar.  

We kick off a new year of travel with 12 travel ideas, one for each month of the year. 

This issue of Outlook Traveller takes you to some of the finest island destinations in the world, including the likes of Maldives, Mauritius, Philippines and Sri Lanka. 

 

The City Issue: we visit and fall in love with a few exciting cities, some well-visited and others we hope you would. From Indian gems such as Mysore, Bhopal, Kolkata and Chennai, to international worthies like Cairo, Sydney, Brussels and Vancouver; each city is better than the last, and the next. There's lots more besides: a Denmark sojourn, the best restaurant in the world, and charismatic Uzbekistan.

The Wildlife Issue

In this issue we bring you the best in wildlife. From dugongs to dragonflies, white tigers to dolphins, birding in Ladakh to leopards in Jhalana, this issue will tell you about the best wildlife experiences in India. We also have adventures from Wyoming, Wales and under the sea. There’s lots more besides: a meal in the Maldives, Filipino delicacies, and a story on Indians who’ve been to over 100 countries and counting.

Will travel for food
This issue is all about food. From Northeastern food in Delhi to the kitchens of classic Hyderabad restaurants, vegetarian delights in Los Angeles to breakfast tacos in Austin, food walks in the country you need to go on to the ultimate Bawa breakfast; this issue is a foodie's dream

A picture-perfect holiday used to be every traveller’s dream. Now it’s a necessity in the Age of Instagram. In this issue, we showcase some of the most scenic destinations going. Bonus: ace travel photographers share tips and tricks for that perfect holiday shot. 


This issue we're 'High on Heritage' and the past has never looked so exciting. Travel with us through the ages, one story at a time.



Timeless journeys 
In this issue we bring you tales about timeless journeys. From Varanasi to Ladakh, Antarctica to Easter Island; we bring you stories about places you must visit at least once. There's lots more besides: edutainment in Hong Kong, and the Bakarwals.


Insider's Europe
In this issue we bring you the best of Europe from an insider's perspective. Read about Sweden, Italy, Luxembourg, Spain, France, Holland and Estonia to plan for your next Europe adventure. There's lots more besides: riding in Goa, and the ultimate guide to enjoying the football World Cup in Russia


Summer Escapes
This issue is all about hill escapades in the summer. We bring you summer holiday ideas: from Sikkim to Uttarakhand, comfortable and easy treks to Himalayan retreats. There's lots more besides: memories from New York and Broadway, a Swedish culinary treat, fabrics from Kutch, and Uttar Pradesh's birding festival.

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For the serious traveller, Outlook Traveller is a mine of information, keeping you up-to-date with the latest trends in travel and tourism. For those who prefer to travel in their armchairs, it lays out a sensual feast. Postcard pretty visuals, practical advice and atmospheric travel experiences make Outlook Traveller an engrossing and refreshing read.

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