Cool For The Summer

From refreshing pools to soothing spa wraps, the best ways to beat the heat at hotels in India and beyond

The 2023 Hot List

Our pick of the best new hotels in the world

A Vegetarian's Guide To Switzerland

Today, it's easier than ever to find plant-based meals in the Alpine country

FEEL THE HEAT

MIAMI LOCALS SHARE THEIR INSIDER TIPS ON THE BEST OF THE EVER-EVOLVING CITY.

THE LAND OF GIANTS

DEEP IN THE CONGO RAINFOREST, STANLEY STEWART SEARCHES FOR CONNECTION WITH THE MAGNIFICENT BEASTS THAT CALL THE JUNGLE HOME.

SHOPPING IN CAPE TOWN

The South African city may be known for shiny shopping malls, but hidden among them are quirky homegrown finds-from buzzing street markets to cool artists' studios.

SITARA HIMALAYA

This charming retreat carries iconic design brand Good Earth's aesthetic and its founder, Anita Lal's joie de vivre.

WHERE TO SAY - MEMENTOS BY ITC HOTELS, EKAAYA UDAIPUR

This sprawling new hotel on the outskirts of Udaipur could be the next hotspot for destination weddings

SEASONS OF LOVE

From a wellness retreat in Bhutan to a safari in Kenya, travel experts pick the best honeymoon itineraries around the year

DISCO NIGHTS IN Bombay

A writer time-travels between two decades across two iconic queer venues

MATCH MADE IN Ireland

An American writer crosses the ocean to look for love in the Irish countryside

OF LOVE AND OTHER Demons

When star-crossed lovers meet in the afterlife, love and longing often persevere

MEMORIES OF Rome

Grief and peace mark a writer's return to the city he had visited with his late mother.

VILLAS MAKE ROOM FOR THE BESPOKE INDIAN WEDDING

From memory-filled holiday homes to private beach retreats, villas are fast becoming a favoured venue for couples.

IN THE GARDEN OF LOVE

Conservation architect Abha Narain Lambah on her ongoing tryst with Srinagar's Shalimar Bagh

From Streets to Tables: India's Iconic Street Food Goes Global

India's beloved street food staple is moving beyond borders, inspiring international chefs to experiment with the dish in unique, unexpected ways, finds Smitha Menon

The Best Beach Clubs In Dubai

From boho-chic to Champagne-fuelled parties, Dubai's beach club scene is unrivalled

What's New In Vietnam

A year on from reopening, the country offers luxury stays, elevated cuisine, hip cocktail bars, and more, finds David Kaye

The Gold List 2023 - Our Old Time Favourite Hotels

The editors' all-time favourite hotels

THE KEY TO ART

Standout pieces of art to look out for at hotels in India and beyond.

PORTRAIT MILANO

A new outpost of Leonardo Ferragamo's Portrait hotel brand reimagines one of Milan's historic buildings.

THE WESTIN RESORT & SPA, HIMALAYAS

This new hotel near Rishikesh is set to become a family favourite.

THE ORCHARD MANOR GOA

From decor to service, this private mansion in Anjuna is all about its stories, finds Joanna Lobo

TEA TIME IN SINGAPORE

A new generation of curators is infusing fresh life into Singapore's tea culture, finds Shamilee Vellu

VOYAGE OF THE MIND

Noo Saro-Wiwa trails literature's great figures on board the Queen Mary 2 from London to New York

SEEDS OF CHANGE

The simple act of eating together cuts through cultural barriers, says Yasmin Khan

POSTCARD FROM TOKYO

For Sandra Choi, creative director at Jimmy Choo, Japan's capital is a vivid source of inspiration. Here, she shares her favourite locations across the city

KEEPERS OF THE VALE

Kashmir's diverse and centuries-old heritage is being lovingly preserved by its locals, finds Saumya Ancheri.

THE BEST VILLAS IN SRI LANKA

For the best stay in Sri Lanka, take over one of these sprawling houses set within the most beautiful surrounds.

Green Shoots

ON A TRIP TO MOROCCO'S ANTI-ATLAS MOUNTAINS TO TRACE HIS JEWISH HERITAGE, SAKI KNAFO UNTANGLES DETAILS OF THE PAST AND PLANTS NEW SEEDS FOR THE FUTURE