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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.

Waiting for another long weekend? Here’s how to plan the perfect friends’ escape and do it right
Aug 20, 2024 12:19 PM IST

Waiting for another long weekend? Here’s how to plan the perfect friends’ escape and do it right

Long weekend getaway ideas: Planning a long weekend with friends doesn’t have to be stressful. Follow these simple tips, to plan a getaway that’s fun, relaxing, and filled with unforgettable memories and get ready to hit the road.

5 fun ideas to enjoy your long weekend with family and friends without stepping out of home
Aug 15, 2024 01:26 PM IST

5 fun ideas to enjoy your long weekend with family and friends without stepping out of home

Long weekend fun ideas: Try these 5 amazing ideas to turn a long weekend at home into a delightful staycation that strengthens bonds and creates lasting memories. Enjoy the holiday right where you are.

36 hours in Hyderabad, Telangana
Jan 28, 2024 03:19 PM IST

36 hours in Hyderabad, Telangana

As the first of the five cricket Test matches kicked off between India and England at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, here's what to see and do in the City of Pearls with an eclectic mix of sights to satiate all senses.

36 hours in Abu Dhabi, UAE, soon to be new home to the largest Hindu temple in West Asia
Jan 27, 2024 08:43 PM IST

36 hours in Abu Dhabi, UAE, soon to be new home to the largest Hindu temple in West Asia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Abu Dhabi's BAPS Hindu Mandir, the first traditional stone temple and the largest Hindu temple in West Asia, on Basant Panchami (February 14, 2024). While in Abu Dhabi, don't miss the stunning natural vistas, beaches and seascapes - all set against a backdrop of understated luxury.

15 long weekends in 2024: Bookmark these 15 places to visit in India
Jan 26, 2024 04:13 PM IST

15 long weekends in 2024: Bookmark these 15 places to visit in India

From Orchha's Bundela Chhatris to Lord Krishna’s Butter Ball in Mahabalipuram and Rann Utsav in Kutch's white salt marshes, just add a day to the long weekends and explore a diverse India in a mini vacation.

Republic Day long weekend: 7 last-minute getaways from Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, Chennai & Hyderabad
Jan 24, 2024 02:44 PM IST

Republic Day long weekend: 7 last-minute getaways from Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, Chennai & Hyderabad

Republic Day 2024 is on Friday. Ideas for last-minute long-weekend getaways from New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad.

36 hours in Ahmedabad, a microcosm of vibrant Gujarat
Jan 19, 2024 07:52 PM IST

36 hours in Ahmedabad, a microcosm of vibrant Gujarat

Often mistaken for Gujarat’s capital, Ahmedabad is actually the state’s beating heart, and its commercial and cultural capital that offers visitors mesmerising experiences.

6 Mumbai getaways for the Republic Day long weekend
Jan 19, 2024 05:51 PM IST

6 Mumbai getaways for the Republic Day long weekend

Celebrate the Republic Day by celebrating your part of the country. Here's a quick list of getaways within driving/ferrying distance from Mumbai.

Can’t attend Ayodhya Ram Mandir inauguration? Head to Kurukshetra instead
Jan 17, 2024 09:51 PM IST

Can’t attend Ayodhya Ram Mandir inauguration? Head to Kurukshetra instead

Visit Kurukshetra in Haryana, where the historic battle of Mahabharata between the Pandavas and Kauravas was fought, where Hindu god Krishna sermonised the sacred Bhagavad Gita to Arjun, and where a new Krishna Museum has come up.

36 hours in Ayodhya, beyond the Ram Mandir
Jan 17, 2024 06:37 PM IST

36 hours in Ayodhya, beyond the Ram Mandir

Piety, heritage, culture and the ambience of the lovely Sarayu river effortlessly mingle in this ancient city that is the cynosure of all eyes in the country.

6 last-minute New Year’s eve visa-free destinations for Indians
Dec 09, 2023 08:46 PM IST

6 last-minute New Year’s eve visa-free destinations for Indians

More and more countries are welcoming Indian travellers by removing visa restrictions; if you haven’t yet decided on your New Year plans, you just pack and go to these six countries.

15 places to spend the New Year's eve in India
Dec 09, 2023 04:34 PM IST

15 places to spend the New Year's eve in India

Stuck for new year inspirations? Here’s a list of places that have something for every kind of soul.

48 hours in Ras Al Khaimah, the ‘other emirate’ in the UAE
Dec 02, 2023 12:32 PM IST

48 hours in Ras Al Khaimah, the ‘other emirate’ in the UAE

Visiting Dubai for UN COP28? Take a weekend break in the oldest of the seven emirates that make up the UAE and boasts of a stunning landscape of desert, sea and mountains, offering adventures for all ages and interests.

36 hours in Kozhikode, city of 550 libraries
Nov 25, 2023 03:28 PM IST

36 hours in Kozhikode, city of 550 libraries

While spices, stunning beaches, Vasco da Gama and delectable food compete to define Kozhikode, its latent strength lies in the written word, making UNESCO include it in its Creative Cities Network for literature.

36 hours in Gwalior, city of music
Nov 25, 2023 02:01 PM IST

36 hours in Gwalior, city of music

Royalty and musicality vie for attention in this ancient city which has been recently included in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network for its pre-eminence in music.

36 hours in Melbourne, Australia
Nov 19, 2023 12:59 PM IST

36 hours in Melbourne, Australia

Irrespective of who wins in the India-Australia Final match of the ICC World Cup 2023 today, a Down Under trip is always memorable. Whether you’re looking to extend your work trip in Melbourne or planning a holiday to Australia, this list is a great starting point.

72 hours in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Nov 12, 2023 03:01 PM IST

72 hours in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Benares, Kashi, Varanasi — a city that has many names and is widely believed to be one of the oldest living cities in the world — is a potpourri of unique experiences.

36 Hours in Bath, England
Nov 12, 2023 11:16 AM IST

36 Hours in Bath, England

Named for its ancient, 2,000-year-old thermal-spring-fed Roman pools, the spa town in southwest England, Bath is a Unesco World Heritage site as well as the beautiful backdrop to Jane Austen films and the Netflix series Bridgerton.

36 hours in Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Nov 10, 2023 08:58 PM IST

36 hours in Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Loved watching Kaala Paani? Eager to visit the places shown in the Netflix series? Look no further, here's what all you can do in the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Port Blair, which has an interesting mix of historical, cultural, and contemporary sights to offer.

6 winter getaways from Mumbai
Nov 10, 2023 06:22 PM IST

6 winter getaways from Mumbai

This winter, skip the crowds at Alibaugh, Lonavala, Matheranm, Mahabaleshwar for these quaint, lesser-known getaways replete with waterfalls, green valleys, beaches and historic forts.

36 hours in Kannur, Kerala
Oct 29, 2023 11:31 AM IST

36 hours in Kannur, Kerala

Kannur on the Kerala coast often goes unnoticed but is the perfect getaway that combines a hefty dose of culture, heritage and seaside musings.

36 hours in Mysuru, Karnataka
Oct 14, 2023 04:15 PM IST

36 hours in Mysuru, Karnataka

It is Dasara and the 10-day festival, celebrated from October 15-24, attracts oceanic crowds to Mysore from all over. Here's what all to do in the city over the long weekend besides partaking in the festivities.

Weekend getaways: Travel to these 9 magical places to fall in love with India all over again!
Oct 08, 2023 07:25 PM IST

Weekend getaways: Travel to these 9 magical places to fall in love with India all over again!

Make the most of cool weather and weekends, by travelling to these gorgeous locations across India that are bound to sweep you off your feet!

World Tourism Day 2023 | 8 Indian cities and hill stations to explore over a long weekend
Sep 27, 2023 03:59 PM IST

World Tourism Day 2023 | 8 Indian cities and hill stations to explore over a long weekend

These Indian destinations have good weather and unique attractions, perfect for a quick getaway!

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