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LETTER from the Editor

Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

Travelling Redefined

20 IDEAS FOR A WHOLESOME Family Vacation • Travelling with tots, teenagers, or elderly parents? Here are some of the most exciting holiday activities that you can do together as a family. Magic, adventure, nature and thrills—there’s something for everyone.

Eastern Sojourn • Modern amenities, proximity to tourist destinations, and comfortable stay options make Ramada and Ramada Encore by Wyndham an ideal choice for travellers.

Discover the World • Air New Zealand’s in-flight experiences and commitment to sustainability make it an all-rounder in the aviation industry.

Seaside Retreat • OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI’s multifarious offerings make it an ideal choice for your upcoming family vacation.

HOLISTIC AND WHOLESOME • Boombay serve a wide range of condiments while ensuring sustainability and ethical production.

Savour the flavours of Israel

SOULFUL CELEBRATION • From groovy music and interactive workshops to wellness sessions and a peace brunch, Soul Festival saw the best of the worlds. The exclusive invite-only event held at The Ananta, Udaipur concluded on March 5, 2023.

BIRMINGHAM BOULEVARD • Most people know Birmingham as the land of Peaky Blinders, cricket, and anglicised curry. But there’s so much more to this West Midlands city in the heart of England. NIVEDITA JAYARAM PAWAR gives a quick primer.

BEACH READY • Get ready for your favourite beach destination with these resort wear essentials.

ESCAPE IN STYLE • Opt for these breezy resort wear essentials while you unwind on your next vacation.

FROM JAPAN TO THE WORLD • On a recent trip to Singapore, RALAN KITHAN caught up with Takahiro Kinoshita, vice president, executive and creative director of Fast Retailing Group, parent company of UNIQLO to learn more about what makes Japanese fashion popular around the world.

PRETTY IN SUMMER • As mercury rises, opt for these makeup essentials to keep that glow intact.

BURROWED TIME • It’s the year of the rabbit—that represents well wishes—in the Chinese zodiac calendar, and watchmakers have created themed timepieces to celebrate the occasion with rabbit-inspired engravings and designs in the dials, case back, or rotors.

ALL FOR ONE • Summers are fast approaching, and with it family reunions. Here’s a list of tech toys for the entire tribe to enjoy.

MILES TO GO • HERE’S OUR PICK OF THE TOP SIX VEHICLES IN THE INDIAN MARKET PERFECT FOR A LONG ROAD TRIP OR A BIT OF OFF-ROADING.

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ARTIST EXTRAORDINAIRE • Celebrated artist Paresh Maity’s recently concluded retrospective, Infinite Light, was India’s largest solo exhibition and showcased nearly four decades of the artist’s work. The Padma Shri awardee talks to SIMRRAN GILL about the journey so far, love for Varanasi, and destinations that inspire him.

MASTER OF HOSPITALITY • In an exclusive chat with Travel+Leisure India & South Asia, the owner of the beautiful château of Domaine Les Crayeres in Champagne and the newly elected president of Relais & Châteaux, Laurent Gardinier talks about how the pandemic has redefined travel and the prominence of sustainability.

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