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The former Soviet republic is an enchanting mix of modernity and pastoral beauty, urbanity and natural splendour, and a hidden gem that makes for a great visit, and can be done well under Rs 3 lakh.

12 sublime mountain holidays in India and abroad, from Japan's Onsens to Patagonia in Argentina

When the mountains call, you answer.

Glowworms, rubber tubes, and the Nile: A most unusual adventure in New Zealand

Expect a 25,000-year-old cave system, stalactites and stalagmites in spectacular and torturous shapes, and glowworm colonies.

FIFA World Cup 2022 Fan Guide: On a falcon trail in Doha

During the football World Cup, the Falcons Zone will display the art of falcon training and help visitors to learn and understand about falconry in the Arab culture.

Insider's travel guide to Tokyo, where the humble can be as impressive as the haute

Tokyo’s duality is inescapable. The city belongs to both the robots and the Gods; to the otakus (nerds) as much as to the salarymen; and to the cicadas as much as the shinkansen (bullet trains).

Bangalore international airport terminal 2: Making of the 'Terminal in a Garden'

Architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill's Design Principal Peter Lefkovits on the design approach to Terminal 2 at the Kempegowda International Airport.

5th Kochi Muziris Biennale: Stay options for those who want to be in the thick of things, as well as those who prefer something quieter

Heading to Kerala for the fifth edition of Kochi Muziris Biennale from December 12, 2022 – April 10, 2023? Here are 6 stay options to make the most of the arty festivities.

Feasting on New York City’s greenery

Invasive plants are usually non-native and grow aggressively, displacing native plants. But foragers have found a solution to the problem – if you can’t beat 'em, eat 'em.

Business of travel: Web 3.0 tools, blockchain could transform the travel industry

Travel tech startups are leveraging blockchain technology to revolutionize incumbent business models and enhance user experiences.

MC Travel Special | Top 5 winter experiences around the world

There’s something about the year-end holiday spirit that spells freedom and cheer. After a global pandemic-induced low spell, winter destinations this year promise enthralling experiences for an icy escape. Here’s your globe-spanning guide to the best frozen adventures, near and far.

Top 5 places for a destination wedding abroad

Where in the world should you get married? We asked wedding planners to share their favourite destinations.

Love of Adventure | Nine gorgeous underwater diving destinations around the world

These destinations are home to abundant marine life and expert diving centres.

9 brilliant no-net getaways that will make you wish you did not have to get back to the concrete jungle

Thankfully, there's still plenty of time to figure out where to ring in the New Year. Picture this:

Welcome to the Promised Land: Kochi’s Jew Town rolls out red carpet for occupiers

Jose Dominic, the brains behind the revival of Jew Town in Kochi, on converting the tiny pocket into a tourist hotspot that reflects the culture and flavour of its Jewish history.

This eco-village in Kashmir wants to give tourists a taste of the local culture, lifestyle

Sagg charges Rs 50 per person as entry fee, while an overnight stay at the village costs Rs 500 per person.

In photos | FIFA World Cup 2022: Where to see goalpost art installations in Qatar

‘Posts of Qatar’ features 10 distinctive goalpost art installations that frame some of Doha’s most iconic landmarks and Insta-worthy locations.

Swadesh Darshan 2.0: Did this ancient temple inspire the design of the Indian Parliament?

Locals in Mitaoli, Madhya Pradesh, will have you believe this temple inspired Edwin Lutyens’ design of the Indian Parliament building.

El Palo Alto, the 1,081-year-old tree of Stanford, captures the Bay Area's spirit of resilience

The Redwood tree has survived vagaries of the weather, railroad construction, a receding water table, college contests to plant a flag atop it, and a graffiti attack in 2010 - with a bit of help from arborists.

Off-grid style to budget trips: Study maps the trends as travel set to boom in 2023

As the world adapts to “the new normal” following a period of limited international travel and national lockdowns, travelers are eager to get out and see the world in earnest, research says.

MC Travel Special | A nature walk in the Maldives

We usually think of marine life when we think of the Maldives. But cycling along the beaches of Lhaviyani Atoll, we discover plants that grow resiliently by the ocean, in the sand.

FIFA World Cup 2022: Things to keep in mind while packing for your trip to Qatar

Have questions about the appropriate length of shorts and skirts to wear in Qatar? How about the kind of adapter to charge your electronics? Bookmark this guide for a hassle-free trip.

MC Travel Special | A taste of the real Florida at the Everglades

A day full of adventures awaits in one of America’s largest national parks

Everything that can go wrong, will go wrong on the mad Indian holiday

From helplines that don't work to cryptic messages from the airline and refunds that need following up - there's much that can go wrong on the incredible Indian holiday.

Unesco World Heritage List 50th anniversary: Sanskrit Villages and 4 more Indian sites that should be on the list

Unesco’s World Heritage List was started in 1978 to recognize ancient to modern heritage sites all around the world. As its 50th anniversary approaches (November 16), we take a look at five sites which hopefully should get inscribed on the list in the future.

Vineyard wedding to tying the knot in Kashmir, 6 unusual options for your destination wedding

Whether you are looking for a small gathering on a beach or hundreds of guests at a vineyard, there are options for all kinds of destination weddings right here in India.

12 best bars in Melbourne right now

From classic cocktails to drinks that come with their own QR code.

How a dacoit and a Muslim archaeologist restored a forgotten Hindu temple complex

Bateshwar is part of the Chambal Valley, where dacoits once roamed. Indeed, a notorious dacoit, Nirbhay Singh Gujjar, had made these ruins his home.

MC Travel Special: Goa heritage festival and walks

As Goa gets ready to host the much-anticipated Goa Heritage Festival (November 15-19) curated by Goa Heritage Action Group (GHAG), here’s a quick look at some of the most interesting walks in North Goa.

One night in Datia Palace: A medieval story of palace intrigue, succession and a royal welcome

How the Datia Palace came to be abandoned for 400 years after being used for just one night.

Tourism Australia launches new campaign, even as the T20 World Cup beams from 7 cities

Australia’s Department of Home Affairs is streamlining its visa services to attract corporate incentive and MICE arrivals and a five-year Tourism MoU has been signed between India and Australia to strengthen bilateral relations across tourism, education, trade and investment.

A contemporary of Picasso and Matisse, Amedeo Modigliani created a style of portraits and nudes all his own

The art show that looks closely at the works of the famous artist Amedeo Modigliani will be on display at Philadelphia’s Barnes Foundation through January 29, 2023.

Kanpur, Vidisha, Jodhpur: Where Ravana is worshipped in India

In Mandore, Rajasthan, Ravana isn’t just worshipped but also treated as a son-in-law. It is believed that Ravana’s wife Mandodari hails from here and it is here that Ravana married her.

Tourism on a swing: Flight hunt spikes 124%, airfare surges 40% ahead of Diwali

Airfare has risen nearly 40 percent as searches for domestic air travel tickets increased by 124 percent and 133 percent for international air travel from pre-pandemic levels, in India during the Diwali season.

‘Staying in a glasshouse by the Ganga was magnificent and surreal at the same time’: Karan Tacker

The actor shares his experience of hosting the travel show Luxe Pins which takes one on a journey of the finer things in life.

One year on, Tata group company Talace is juggling multiple variables to take Air India sky high

Today is a year since Talace Pvt. Ltd, especially created to bid for Air India, won the bid. The Tata group has stated that it is targeting 30 percent domestic market share in five years.

Mysuru Dasara: What to expect, eat and do

The ten-day Dasara festivities in Mysore are the best time to visit the royal city as this is when the city is lit – literally and figuratively.

Trans Bhutan Trail: How to get there and what to expect along the 403 km trekking trail

Bhutan’s 403 km pilgrimage route has been reopened for trekkers after nearly 60 years. Along the way are high mountain passes, lush river valleys, waterfalls and Himalayan villages soaked in history.

World Tourism Day 2022: Why the world needs to rethink tourism

How September 27 came to be observed as tourism day, and in what ways can one celebrate.

MC Travel Special | 2022 Booker longlisted author Audrey Magee's next big trip is to... Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore

The author will attend the Ubud Literary Festival in Bali and the Singapore Writers' Festival in October-November 2022.

These are the world’s top 20 airlines. Vistara gets a spot too

See the winners of the 2022 World Airline Awards.

3 great places to experience Durga Puja in West Bengal, Rajbari style

Plus, a great boutique hotel in town for those who prefer a more laid-back Kolkata vacay.

Trip Planner | Middle East experiences, from Ferrari World on Yas Island to Arabic coffee at Al Ula

Travelling to Qatar for the FIFA World Cup in November? Consider making a whole trip of it, and visit other historical and fun spots in West Asia as well.

India to account for 40% of T20 World Cup audience as sports travel reaches pre-Covid level

DreamSetGo, the official travel agent for the T20 World Cup, expects 3,000 Indians to travel with them to Australia.

Serendipity on loop: Philadelphia’s Reading Terminal Market

The market survived the Great Depression, the 1918 plague, struggled through the lean '70s and got a shot in the arm with a lavish revival in the '90s. When COVID struck, the businesses were almost gutted. Happily, the crowds are now returning.

Planning to go to Kolkata for Pujo this year? Here's what to expect

Currently, on any given day, the airport experiences a footfall of around 50,000 passengers. During Pujo, it is expected to shoot up to 70,000 passengers per day.

MC Travel Special | 7 breathtakingly beautiful treks in north India

These Himalayan treks of varying difficulty and duration have one thing in common: stunning views.

Immigration Central: Permanent residency, naturalisation, golden visas and other key options

Home ministry data show that in 2021, 78,284 Indians took up American citizenship. The other most popular countries for immigration were Australia (23,533 Indians), Canada (21,597), and UK (14,637).

Trip Planner: Marrakech, Mauritius, Masai Mara ... must-see places across the African continent

Skipping Europe to see Africa as the wait for visas in the former gets unbearably long? Consider these 6 locations. Plus, the best safaris in Africa.

MC Travel Special | Chasing Italian sunsets with singer Akriti Kakar

The world's second-best pizza at Castelfalfi, Venchi Gelatos and souvenir shopping across the Italian countryside.