5+ day, 30+ min ago   (1003+ words) There was a time when taking a trip required a reason. A birthday. An anniversary. A school holiday. Perhaps a promotion important enough to justify the leave application and the family WhatsApp announcement. Now, apparently, surviving a particularly terrible Tuesday…...

6+ day, 50+ min ago   (381+ words) Several government-run tourist lodges are set for renovation, including properties in Bakkhali, Terai, the Dooars, Lataguri, Darjeeling, Alipurduar and Chalsa. The upgrades are expected to improve the quality of accommodation in destinations that form an important part of West Bengal’s…...

6+ day, 7+ hour ago   (897+ words) For generations, a journey to Rishikesh or Varanasi came with a fairly clear purpose. You went to pray, seek blessings, perform rituals or find a deeper spiritual connection. Today, the journey can begin with the same impulse but end somewhere…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (558+ words) For travellers in Mumbai planning a Vietnam holiday, getting to Hanoi is about to become considerably easier. IndiGo will launch daily nonstop flights between Mumbai and Hanoi from October 25, 2026, adding another direct connection between India and Vietnam at a time…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (650+ words) The Northeast is having a hotel moment. As travellers look beyond the region’s familiar gateways and start seeking stays that feel more connected to where they are, Polo Hotels Group is betting on a new kind of hospitality: smaller, design-led…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (512+ words) For an extended period, India’s travel schedule has focused on a handful of anticipated peak seasons. Summer breaks, holiday weekends, and December dictated when people travelled, often resulting in crowded destinations, higher prices, and limited choices. That model is slowly…...

2+ week, 18+ min ago   (805+ words) The squeeze is not unusual for a city hosting a major international gathering. The Summit itself spans two days, but its impact on hotel demand stretches beyond September 12 and 13, as delegations, business travellers and other visitors arrive ahead of the…...

2+ week, 5+ hour ago   (822+ words) Uzbekistan is making it easier for Indian travellers to visit the country. Indian passport holders will soon be able to enter Uzbekistan without a visa for stays of up to 30 days, following an announcement by Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (327+ words) Nearby attractions: Paro Taktsang, Punakha Dzong and Thimphu. Budget note: USD 100 per person, per night for most international visitors; INR 1,200 for Indian nationals. Vibe check: Canal-side walks, museums, cafés and cycling. Nearby attractions: Rijksmuseum, Jordaan and Anne Frank House. Budget…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (817+ words) For Indian travellers, Singapore has long been an easy favourite. It is compact enough for a short break, packed with family-friendly attractions, and offers everything from hawker food and high-end shopping to nightlife, cruises and major international events. Now, fresh…...