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

SUN-KISSED ADVENTURES • Dive into summer with family travel stories and discover tropical destinations ideal for your next getaway.

10 Fun-Fuelled Family Road Trips For The Season

A Journey Within a Journey • The 080 Lounges at Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru offer a serene escape, blending luxury with local heritage for the perfect travel experience.

Exploring The Many Faces Of Coorg With vivo X200 Pro • Travel filmmaker and storyteller Larissa D’Sa discovers the hill town of Coorg beyond its coffee offerings with the vivo X200 Pro.

Into the Wild with the vivo X200 Pro • Photographer Ayush Singh explores the Kaziranga National Park with the new vivo X200 Pro, discovering that much more than just wildlife.

LUXURY WITH RESPONSIBILITY • The Denwa Backwater Escape by Pugdundee Safaris abides by responsible tourism without sacrificing on luxuries.

A RETREAT LIKE NO OTHER • Nestled in the serene Garhwal hills, JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa offers the perfect blend of luxury and nature.

CALL OF THE WILD • Jumeirah expands into Africa with two exclusive experiences: Jumeirah Thanda Island in Tanzania and Jumeirah Thanda Safari in South Africa.

BEYOND THE TOURIST TRAIL • Uncover the true spirit of Coorg with Lohono Stays, where culture, luxury, and history seamlessly blend for an unforgettable experience

EVENTFUL LUXURY IN JAIPUR • With state-of-the-art event venues complemented by premium accommodation and dining, Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre–Managed by Accor offers a complete package.

A Slice Of History • Discover the many layers of Haridwar with a stay at Amrit Bhawan, a riverside retreat far from the crowd and traffic.

REDEFINING INDIAN DESIGN EXCELLENCE • A synthesis of design philosophies and shared family heritage makes Creations X Urban Saints a name to reckon with in Indian architecture and design.

A BALKAN HIDEOUT • Dreaming of an old-money style holiday? Montenegro could be a closer, more affordable, and accessible option compared to Switzerland or the South of France, discoversVama Kothari

Travel’s 2025 Must-Haves • Luxury travel goes beyond first-class flights and five-star hotels. Viraj Gawde shares essential tech gadgets and services that enhance comfort and convenience, turning travel into a seamless experience

SUMMERTIME GLADNESS • These personalised summer moodboards for the season’s top destinations will ensure you experience a cool summer

Shani Himanshu & Mia Morikawa Craft, Travel, and Sustainability • A commitment to slow fashion was just the beginning of fashion brand 11.11/Eleven Eleven. What keeps it going? Mahima Shukla finds out from co-founder Shani Himanshu

Desirée Bollier Immerse, Absorb, Repeat • What makes a destination the ideal spot for shopping? And how does shopping tourism influence travel? Samreen Tungekar finds out in a tête-à-tête with Desirée Bollier, Chair and Global Chief Merchant of Value Retail Management, and the driving force behind the Bicester Collection that offers 12 immersive, outdoor destinations in the most coveted locations.

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