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

TIMELESS TALES • In a fast-changing world, these people are working to keep traditions alive.

Memories for a Lifetime • Bookmark these art and music festivals across the world that offer the most incredible mix of music artists, creative geniuses, cutting-edge design, and art that makes a statement

THE GIFT OF THE SEASON • Indulge in a curated collection of artisan mithai with Marriott Bonvoy’s latest offering for Diwali that blends tradition with luxury for the perfect festive present.

Discovering the Glory of Lucerne in Autumn • The gateway to central Switzerland, Lucerne looks straight out of a picture-perfect postcard, courtesy its abundant natural beauty that shines through—especially in fall.

ROBUST SOUTH ASIAN FLAVOURS MEET IMMERSIVE DINING • For an authentic Pan-Asian experience that fuses innovative street food with traditional cooking methods, look no further than Honk.

Luxe Himalayan Haven in Nature’s Lap • Tranquil and picturesque surroundings combined with contemporary luxury make The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas, an ideal refuge in the mountains.

ARTISTIC INGENUITY MEETS ARCHITECTURAL SPLENDOUR • Architect Simran Boparai’s skilled designs blend modernity with heritage, while striving for spatial excellence.

IN TUNE WITH LUXURY • Spread across three exquisite locations, ZANA Luxury Resorts are a harmonious blend of refinement and exclusivity.

Global Glamour • Attention shopaholics, we’ve got you covered! From Copenhagen to Cape Town, Marrakech to Melbourne, here are 20 cities across the world where you can indulge in retail therapy. Follow our guide to get your hands on traditional, bespoke, sustainable, slow fashion, and innovative, kitschy must-haves.

50 Shades of Brown • Let your style reflect your regular coffee order as the best in browns take over the month

Jacket of all Trades • Can’t do fall without having these essentials in your wardrobe

Beauty’s Best • We curate a list of makeup products that have acquired cult status for their quality, consistency, and attention to detail

Retro: Timeless & Trending • As AI dominates the tech world, Nikhil Chawla introduces devices and apps that evoke nostalgia with their retro charm and timeless appeal.

Luxury Legacy • Meet Tikka Shatrujit Singh, the visionary who paved the way for luxury brands to thrive in India. One of the most iconic figures in India’s fashion and luxury industry, the former head representative of LVMH in Asia tells Samreen Tungekar about his journey, what today’s consumer wants, and how Indian tourism can turn the world on its head.

Transcending Time • Iconic couturier Tarun Tahiliani is a self-confessed travel freak, who draws creative inspiration from museums to melas. He attributes his timeless fashion aesthetic to the agelessness that defines Indian textiles and style.

Selling Sunset • Two decades since she started the Glenburn Tea Estate & Boutique Hotel in Darjeeling, Husna Tara-Prakash tells Samreen Tungekar about her journey as the ‘accidental hotelier’, her take on travel, and the importance of personalisation.

A Legacy of Art and Activism • Mallika Sarabhai reflects on her rich heritage as she discusses...