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Far above Mussoorie, a Himalayan homestay dating back to the 1800s
1+ hour, 47+ min ago (432+ words) On a spur of rock above Mussoorie, overlooking the valley just like an eagle would, is the family home of the Sikands. This is Eagles Nest 1880, a property that has passed through the hands of an English architect, a begum,…...
A 150-year-old homestay in Nainital for lovers of literature and the mountains
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (270+ words) The story begins with a British ICS officer named John Hope Simpson, who in 1876 built a home on the Deopatta hillside in Nainital. He named it Abbotsford, after Sir Walter Scott's famous estate in Scotland, and for 30 years it remained…...
Near Chennai, a new wellness retreat for Watsu, Ayurveda and easy access to Auroville
2+ week, 5+ day ago (331+ words) For a restorative wellness holiday near Chennai, on the outskirts of Auroville. Aerial view of Sanctuary Amadiyana Rock garden outside a room Doubles from Rs13, 000+ taxes The retreat has since grown to 23 rooms, including Heiwa, a signature space designed by Auroville-based…...
This new wildlife lodge on the Indo-Nepal border gave me my first red panda sighting
3+ week, 5+ day ago (431+ words) In the heart of red panda territory, where creature comforts are few and far between, this is a thoughtful stay designed with a deep respect for the wild and a close partnership with the local community. Jaubari, a tiny hamlet…...
Castles, culture and contemporary comfort: Live like a local at these heritage hotels in Rajasthan
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (656+ words) Cond" Nast Traveller India In Rajasthan, where tales of regality shape every corner and conversation, Storii by ITC Hotels has crafted two different interpretations of the state's famed royal hospitality. While the recently opened Storii by ITC Hotels Castle Kanota,…...
Soulful stays in Amritsar and Prayagraj: Experience India's spiritual heart
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (398+ words) What makes these experiences even more rewarding for travellers is having a "home away from home, where they are well taken care of. With Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels Raja Sansi, Amritsar and Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Prayagraj, guests can soak…...
Nadoo brings classic and cool to Delhi's south Indian food scene
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (144+ words) Nadoo, meaning "land" or "region" in Tamil, sets out to bring the breadth of southern cuisine, from Tamil Nadu and Karnataka to the wider peninsula, into the northern capital. Led by chef Shri Bala and restaurateur Sahil Sambhi, Nadoo brings…...
A Maldivian stay that puts dining, drinks and island time into one plan
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (247+ words) Just a 40-minute seaplane ride from Mal, Heritance Aarah is built around a simple idea: once you arrive, you shouldn't have to keep thinking about what's included and what's not. Dining, drinks and experiences are already part of the plan,…...
A new hotel near Kolkata mirrors the rhythm and routine of life by the Hooghly River
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (189+ words) Who does not love an infinity pool with a sweeping view of the river? For those who relish the idea of some R&R next to the Hooghly just a few hours from the hubbub of Kolkata. As cluster manager…...
Why a cocktail bar called Top Banana on top of Ikk Panjab
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (189+ words) Sipping cocktails Shadow Play & Good on Paper Address: Top Banana, Third and fourth floor, M-5, M-Block Market, Greater Kailash II, New Delhi-110048 Timings: 6 PM to 1 AM, Tuesday to Sunday (Closed on Mondays) Meal for two: Rs3, 000 ++ Reservations: +91 8929 096 135 Two years in the making,…...