Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

Travel + Leisure South Asia, a stylish and authoritative guide for today’s global traveler, offers stunning photography, incisive commentary, vivid narratives and practical travel information with a strong emphasis on Asia. From the best spa’s to the tastiest street food, from the most luxurious resorts to the hottest rooftop bars, from the latest restaurants to the region’s top designers, from the quietest beaches to the busiest shopping streets – Travel + Leisure South Asia delivers, month after month.

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Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

PEOPLE WHO PERSEVERE • In a world that is constantly pushing and prodding, these inspiring travellers remind you to keep going, no matter what.

10 Elevated Experiences in the Lap of Luxury • Travel in a luxury caravan, cook a meal with Michelin-starred chefs, chill in your private in-villa wine cellar and snorkel with seahorses—here is our handpicked list of 10 unique indulgences at some of the finest hotels across the world

DISCOVER YOUR SEASIDE SANCTUARY IN VIETNAM • Explore the hidden gem of Vietnam with a luxurious getaway at Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort, located just a few hours’ drive from Ho Chi Minh City.

DISCOVER INDIA’S WONDERS IN LUXURY • Experience the perfect blend of adventure and opulence as you explore India’s breathtaking destinations–Khajuraho, Varanasi, Udaipur and Varanasi–with Ramada by Wyndham.

Culturally Speaking • Manish Saksena, Business Lead, Aadyam Handwoven, takes us through the journey of the brand and its stellar work of community building, and the rich tribute to the heritage of Indian culture and textiles.

A LAGUNA OF FESTIVITIES • La Laguna invites you to explore its charming streets, immerse yourself in its rich traditions, and join in the lively celebrations that make this Spanish city truly special.

MAGICAL BLEND OF WILDLIFE AND LUXURY • Experience the best of nature and luxury at ZANA’s properties in Jim Corbett and Ranthambore.

A Night of Art, Music, & Innovation • IT WAS A BUZZING night in Mumbai when Hero and Thums Up teamed up to unveil the much-anticipated Special Edition Mavrick 440-Thunderwheels, in collaboration with Travel+Leisure India & South Asia.

MUMBAI TO MILAN: LUXURY, CULTURE AND CULINARY DELIGHTS • Tanya Khanijow enjoys the best of Milan with Lufthansa, from stylish shopping to tasting the city’s culinary delights.

MELBOURNE MAGIC • While for most Indians Melbourne may be synonymous with sporting events, Bayar Jain decides to ditch the cricket bat for a dose of coffee and culture

The Way she wears it • “We’re Bengalis, but my mother has sarees from all over India, and the way she cherishes them has taught me that these sarees are a representation of time—and to own one is an an honour,” shares actor Tillotama Shome, reflecting on her relationship with the nine yards that symbolise Indian heritage. For T+L India & South Asia’s first fashion editorial, Shome dons timeless pieces curated by the finest artisans of Aadyam Handwoven, a corporate social enterprise, seamlessly blending tradition and modernity.

Design, Diversity, and Sustainability • Roopal Patel discusses the evolving landscape of global fashion, the power of personal style, her vision for a more inclusive industry, and the future of design in an insightful exchange with Samreen Tungekar

India’s Culinary Renaissance • When chef Vineet Bhatia became the first Indian to win a Michelin star, the world was just about waking up to the potential of India’s culinary prowess. In a chat with Samreen Tungekar, he talks about luxury, food, and how travel is a catalyst for the hospitality industry

Tradition in Modern Tapestry • Waris Ahluwalia’s insights on sustainable practices and the power of human connection in his...