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Opinion | Travel mayhem in peak holiday season: Why December is the month we travel most and relax least
Dec 13, 2025 09:00 AM IST

Opinion | Travel mayhem in peak holiday season: Why December is the month we travel most and relax least

If travel were a personality, December would be dramatic. December travel is a full-time emotional sport, complete with overpriced tickets, airport hunger pangs, flight delays and cancellations, and social-media envy. Seemingly, it’s now becoming a ritual of chaos, craving and collective surrender in Indian society.

This Hidden Gem is Latin America’s Safest Travel Destination in 2025
Aug 12, 2025 06:22 PM IST

This Hidden Gem is Latin America’s Safest Travel Destination in 2025

Discover why Paraguay is ranked Latin America’s safest travel destination in 2025. Explore its rich culture, pristine nature, affordable travel, and must-visit attractions for a worry-free adventure.

Travel planner: Here's how poor planning can ruin your travel budget, holiday
May 29, 2024 06:13 PM IST

Travel planner: Here's how poor planning can ruin your travel budget, holiday

Holiday planner: While the excitement of a vacation is undeniable, poor planning can quickly dampen your spirits and harm your travel budget. Check out how your vacation can turn into a nightmare and cause stress and financial strain.

6 easy styling tips for fashionable travellers
May 15, 2024 08:50 AM IST

6 easy styling tips for fashionable travellers

Fashion tips: Mastering the art of chic travel attire is essential for the modern explorer. With these styling tips as your guide, you'll be ready to embark on your next adventure in utter fashion.

Indian budget travellers' guide to Turkey: How to see Istanbul & Cappadocia in under Rs 1 lakh
Feb 18, 2024 03:29 PM IST

Indian budget travellers' guide to Turkey: How to see Istanbul & Cappadocia in under Rs 1 lakh

Highlights of Turkey: Unveiling Istanbul and Cappadocia magic on a budget

4 reasons to visit Indore, from 56 food stalls at Chappan Dukan to the scenic drive to Jam Gate
Sep 16, 2023 09:06 AM IST

4 reasons to visit Indore, from 56 food stalls at Chappan Dukan to the scenic drive to Jam Gate

In many ways Indore captures the energy of new India. It’s the heart of India, where the traditions of the past converge with optimism for the future.

7 international tours you can plan under Rs 50,000
Aug 27, 2023 05:44 PM IST

7 international tours you can plan under Rs 50,000

Explore the world without breaking the bank.

Europe on a budget: 7 cheapest holiday destinations in Europe right now
Aug 19, 2023 06:10 AM IST

Europe on a budget: 7 cheapest holiday destinations in Europe right now

Within the Schengen region, countries that do not use the Euro as their currency, cities that can be explored mostly on foot, and places with plenty of 'pay what you like' and free tours.

Independence Day weekend: 7 best Indian destinations to visit in August
Aug 06, 2023 11:10 AM IST

Independence Day weekend: 7 best Indian destinations to visit in August

Festivals, waterfalls, clearer waters for diving, forests that are even more lush in the rainy season - 7 places that are transformed by Indian monsoons and where the best time to visit is August.

7 lesser-known destinations in Himachal Pradesh that are worth your time
Jul 09, 2023 10:34 AM IST

7 lesser-known destinations in Himachal Pradesh that are worth your time

Make the most of your mountain getaway at these off-the-beaten-track towns!

7 budget holiday destinations in India and abroad
May 07, 2023 03:21 PM IST

7 budget holiday destinations in India and abroad

Save this guide if you would like to visit a one-of-a-kind destination without breaking the bank! 

Weekend getaway destination: Why Kanatal must be on top of your must-visit places
Mar 25, 2023 03:43 PM IST

Weekend getaway destination: Why Kanatal must be on top of your must-visit places

Lush greenery, fresh air, and breathtaking views of the Himalayas are the hallmarks of this charming town in Uttarakhand.

Wayanad: Kerala's colonial era hill station serves tea and wildlife with history on the side
Feb 26, 2023 06:51 PM IST

Wayanad: Kerala's colonial era hill station serves tea and wildlife with history on the side

Kerala's Wayanad breaks the pattern of colonial-era hill station found in other parts of the country. Here's what all to see there, how to reach and where to stay.

GoFirst launches Republic Day sale for domestic, international travel. Details here
Jan 23, 2023 03:10 PM IST

GoFirst launches Republic Day sale for domestic, international travel. Details here

This offer is applicable for passengers who book their travel between 23rd and 26 January for the travel dates between 12 February and 20 September 2023.

Budget travel | Around Asia: Southeast Asia under Rs 1 Lakh, your journeys are in your hands
Jan 15, 2023 01:29 PM IST

Budget travel | Around Asia: Southeast Asia under Rs 1 Lakh, your journeys are in your hands

No longer is Europe the only continent you could backpack across luxuriously through its local public transport, thanks to cheap flights, experience luxury buses, high-speed trains, ferries and cruises through Asia as well. Here’s how to plan and what to be careful about.

10 things to do in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, as it rings in the Year of the Cat
Jan 08, 2023 02:16 PM IST

10 things to do in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, as it rings in the Year of the Cat

Vietnam is turning into one of the hottest travel destinations in the world — here are 10 reasons to visit.

Budget travel | Manila calling: Far away in the East, charms of a remote Philippines
Dec 30, 2022 04:22 PM IST

Budget travel | Manila calling: Far away in the East, charms of a remote Philippines

The next time you’re flying eastward, in Southeast Asia, try Manila — it’s magical, from underground rivers and caves to revolution parks, and is affordable, too, well under Rs 3 lakh.

Stupas, caves and forts: A trip down Bhopal for a sense of our collective past
Dec 25, 2022 09:30 PM IST

Stupas, caves and forts: A trip down Bhopal for a sense of our collective past

Bhimbetka, the mount where Bhim used to sit when in exile, was where early man shielded himself from the elements and drew animals and hunting scenes, as if to keep record of his daily travails.

Budget travel | Jordan, the Hashemite kingdom, is a country of beauty and contrasts
Dec 25, 2022 05:29 PM IST

Budget travel | Jordan, the Hashemite kingdom, is a country of beauty and contrasts

A progressive monarch and friendly people make Jordan an even more alluring destination, and an affordable one, well within Rs 3 lakh.

Budget travel | Budapest, a modern city that keeps its past grandeur alive
Dec 22, 2022 11:46 PM IST

Budget travel | Budapest, a modern city that keeps its past grandeur alive

One of Europe's hottest tourist destinations, the historical Budapest, originally two cities, the hilly Buda and the flat Pest, located on opposite sides, along the river Danube, is also one of Europe’s cheapest places and can be covered well under Rs 3 lakh.

Budget travel | Croatia: Where history blends into nature
Dec 22, 2022 05:47 PM IST

Budget travel | Croatia: Where history blends into nature

Located in the Balkan Peninsula, the almost unnoticeable, thin strip of land, Croatia, is a land of many wonders, including being the location for the TV series 'Game of Thrones', and a week’s tour there can be done well under Rs 3 lakh.

Budget travel | Exploring coastal Konkan: Seafood, forts and water sports
Dec 22, 2022 02:58 AM IST

Budget travel | Exploring coastal Konkan: Seafood, forts and water sports

As Goa gets awfully crowded and more expensive, the Konkan belt offers the budget and family traveller an equally enthralling experience with full value for money.

Budget travel | Meghalaya, India: To be walking on the clouds
Dec 21, 2022 09:00 PM IST

Budget travel | Meghalaya, India: To be walking on the clouds

No trip to the Northeast is complete without Meghalaya. If you can steel through heavy monsoons, then that's the freshest time to visit, but October to March is preferred by majority.

Budget travel | Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos: Through the Southeast Asian triangle
Dec 18, 2022 07:42 PM IST

Budget travel | Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos: Through the Southeast Asian triangle

This holiday season, it is a good idea to explore nearby countries such as Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam, which are often ignored but provide a rich smorgasbord of experiences. All three countries together can be done under Rs 3 lakh.

Budget travel | Sri Lanka: Sojourn through the emerald isle
Dec 18, 2022 06:46 PM IST

Budget travel | Sri Lanka: Sojourn through the emerald isle

The jewel in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka, is a mix of several things but it is its overriding sense of peace and breathtaking beauty that are striking and can be covered well under Rs 3 lakh.

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