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Maldives Unplugged

On a trip to the Maldives, ADILA MATRA ditches the sprawling islands and checks into the remote and intimate OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort.

15 Adventure Activities To Amp Up Your Adrenaline

Mountain biking along Nordic villages or horse surfing in Florida? Brace yourself for an exhilarating ride through our list of high-octane activities from around the world-some familiar, others lesser known.

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HIDE AND PEAK

As Himachal Pradesh grapples with floods, SUSHMITA SRIVASTAV reflects on a trek to the Hampta Pass that underscored the significance of the journey over the destination.

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SHIFTING GEARS

Ditch the Pichola rides, ghat hopping, and high teas in grand palaces for a tech-powered, e-bike romp in the Udaipur countryside.

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SPREAD YOUR WINGS

Avi Malik and Anita Deshpande founded Temple Pilots, a paragliding school and flying club in Kamshet, at a time when adventure sports was a new concept in India. At present, it boasts India's biggest community of skilled instructors and a global community of more than 500 Club Pilots. In a conversation with SIMRRAN GILL, Malik and Deshpande reminisce about their journey and reveal the plans in the pipeline for the school.

FRIEND OF THE JUNGLE

Sebinster Francis quit engineering to become a tour guide and a wildlife photographer. His love for the snakes and frogs of Kerala shines through the striking macro photographs on Instagram (@sebinster). The photographer-cum-conservationist talks to ADILA MATRA about busting stereotypes surrounding the reptile kingdom and spreading awareness about wildlife.

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NATURAL STORYTELLER

Vijay Bedi, along with his brother, is the third generation in his family to take up wildlife photography and filmmaking. The youngest Asian to win the Green Oscar, Bedi's documentary, The Secret Life of Frogs, was nominated for an Emmy in 2019. In a candid chat with ROOPLEKHA DAS, Bedi shares the impact of visual storytelling and how it drives conservation efforts and policy changes.

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EXTREMELY GREAT

In India, extreme adventure tourism is picking up like never before. We catch up with travellers and stakeholders to understand this emerging industry.

OF COLOURS & CULTURES

Since their debut in the fashion world in 2006, label Pankaj & Nidhi has carved a name for itself with crisp and fresh designs. In a conversation with ROOPLEKHA DAS, the designer duo talks about their brand's timeless aesthetic, latest collection, and vision for Indian fashion.

ALL NEW ATHENS

In the Greek capital, history is everywhere you look. But these days, so too are innovative businesses and boundary-pushing art. Tony Perrottet meets the creative minds behind the city's latest cultural evolution.

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EARTH, WIND & FIRE

Volcanic forces and the movement of the wild Atlantic define the Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago off the coast of northwestern Africa. Sarah Souli takes a turn living among the elements.

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Heaven Is A Place On Earth

On a bright April day, ANUBHUTI KRISHNA embarks on a soul-stirring journey through the experiences that define Srinagar.

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10 Indian Destinations Off The Beaten Path

The discerning traveller knows how to embrace new destinations before they become all the rage in the travel world. Here are our picks from India, spanning the gamut from quaint Himalayan villages to tiny coastal towns.

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Delicious dining AWARDS 2023

THE FOURTH edition of readers' choice Travel + Leisure India & SA's Delicious Dining Awards was truly 'a world of flavours'. This year saw the introduction of a new category called Jury Approved, where the winners were chosen by a panel of food connoisseurs and industry experts. Here's a look at all the restaurants, bars, homegrown spirits, and mixers that wooed our readers and the jury. We also felicitate 11 special individuals - T+L Tastemakers-from F&B Entrepreneurs of the Year to Culinary Icon, who have made a difference in the Indian culinary scene.

Maldivian MAGIC

A holiday in the Maldives is much more than chilling on an idyllic island. Here is our hand-picked list of 15 resorts in the island nation, perfect for adventure buffs, food enthusiasts, and conscious travellers.

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CRADLE OF CALM

Ipoh, a sleepy town in Malaysia, offers the perfect setting for a rejuvenating holiday with its limestone karst mountains, cave temples, and hot springs.

PILGRIM'S PROGRESS

On an ancient route in southwestern England, CATHERINE FAIRWEATHER meditates on one of our oldest forms of travel the spiritual journey.

FOREST DEEP, MOUNTAIN HIGH

On the way to the Mardi Himal Base Camp in Nepal, RIDHI AGRAWAL falls in love with the country's tea houses, rhododendron forests, and views of the Annapurna mountain range.

Healing Holiday

Moksha Himalaya Spa Resort located in the Shivalik Ranges in Himachal Pradesh offers adventure and serenity in equal measure. On an impromptu trip to the mountains, BAYAR JAIN checks in to sample a bit of both.

ROAD to STARDOM

Hyderabad is well known for two things, its biryani and boisterous movies-and superstar Allu Arjun loves both. On an outing in the city with SIMRRAN GILL, the August cover star opens up about the success of Pushpa, going incognito in far-flung lands, and his daughter's growing fan base.

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ELECTRIC ONCE MORE

After three years of near-total closure, Hong Kong is finally back on the tourist map. CHRIS DONG returns to the city to determine what's changed - and what's better than ever.

DUBAI BLING

With luxurious experiences in every nook, Dubai is the ideal destination for a vacation of glitz and glamour.

Heaven Is A Place On Earth

On a bright April day, ANUBHUTI KRISHNA embarks on a soul-stirring journey through the experiences that define Srinagar.

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10 Indian Destinations Off The Beaten Path

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Electric Once More

After three years of near-total closure, Hong Kong is finally back on the tourist map. CHRIS DONG returns to the city to determine what's changed and what's better than ever.