Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2022 i Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

IATING BACK TO 1856, Kulm Hotel St. Moritz is an D iconic destination in Switzerland. It has witnessed many memorable events and celebrations over the years, including a number of big fat Indian weddings. The beautiful location that overlooks the lake and village of St. Moritz makes for a great all-year-round holiday destination. The property features 164 rooms and suites of various sizes; many rooms can be interconnected for the comfort and convenience of guests. Adorned with tranquil colours, premium upholstery, and comfortable furnishings, a lot of the rooms have recently been refurbished. A member of Virtuoso and The Leading Hotels of the World, Kulm Hotel St. Moritz offers six restaurants, an extensive spa, and an outdoor pool. With various event rooms that are suitable for big and small occasions,…

ARGOS IN CAPPADOCIA is a stunning boutique hotel with 51 unique rooms and suites. Consisting of seven mansions spread across a hilly landscape, the dream-like hotel was built from restored ruins of an old monastery, caves, underground tunnels, and historical houses in the village of Uçhisar. Embodying the spirit of the destination, the property marries heritage with modern luxury. Featuring aesthetic living spaces, authentic experiences, and superior service, Argos in Cappadocia also sets the standard for a sustainable rural transformation project. No two rooms in the hotel are the same. Overlooking the Pigeon Valley, Mount Erciyes, and the emblematic fairy chimneys, each of the accommodation units set on graded terraces makes for a unique experience. Offering fireplace, terrace, or cave alternatives, the rooms come dressed in Turkish handicrafts and state-of-the-art…

MOUNTAIN HIGH On a weekend getaway to Palampur, RASHIMA NAGPAL ventures into the heart of the beautiful hill station nestled in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh and finds a destination fit for the entire family. I TAKES A 10-HOUR DRIVE from Delhi to I reach but Palampur is worth the wait. The sun has set by the time I arrive at Araiya Palampur - A Norwood Heights Resort. I hear nothing but the silence of the mountains surrounding the sleepy little village of Kandi, where the 25-room boutique resort is set. With a deluxe suite perched at the far end of the 2.7-acre property, I feel blissfully away from the clutches of city life. Not from creature comforts, though. My chic suite flaunts European and Victorian influences, with artsy portraits…

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SITTING ON A COUCH on a sultry day in Kolkata, I was revisiting the memories of my last birdwatching trip in the Himalayas. An entire season had passed since. I was desperately looking for a window of opportunity to head into the wild again. So, when my photographer friend, Sourav Mondal, called and asked me to join him on an expedition to North Sikkim, it was a no-brainer. Reaching the capital, Gangtok, was easy. A daylong cab ride from there took us to Lachen. As the next day dawned, we set out from the hilly hamlet to Gurudongmar Lake, one of the 108 Tso-Chen, or major holy lakes, of Sikkim. But our four-hour drive to the water body screeched to a halt at the sight of a mesmerising flock…

THE SKY BLUSHED rose gold and lavender as dawn broke over Hikinaakala Heiau, on Kauai’s eastern shore. This sacred place, where the Wailua River spills into the Pacific, was once home to an ancient temple. It’s where the first rays of light shine on the island, and for centuries, the Kauaian people have come here to celebrate the sun’s return each morning. My 19-year-old daughter, Stella, and I had been invited to greet the day with Kumu Leinā‘ala Pavao Jardin and three of the students from her hula school, Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leinā‘ala. Standing on the shore, the women—heads crowned with leafy lei po‘o, wrists and ankles wrapped in beaded lei kukui—began to clap. Their hands set the beat for the chant, beckoning the sun to rise from the…

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THE ADVENTURES OF HEIDI, a classic fictional character created by Swiss writer Johanna Spyri in 1880, are known the world over. Integral to the little girl’s story is the Swiss Alps and a mountain hut where she lives with her grandfather. In 1952, a popular film of the same name starring Heinrich Gretler was shot in the Engadin valley, and featured a mountain hut near St Moritz. Ever since, the location—Heidi’s Mountain Hut—has been a hotspot for families and kids travelling to the region. You can make it to the mountain hut from St Moritz, following a hike trail from Chantarella. The 1.1-kilometre-long trail is flanked by Alpine plants, including many protected species. At the end of the hike, you’ll arrive at the old wooden cabin with a small bench…

BUILT AS A MODEST family home in the 1970s, Amrit B Bhawan is now an eight-room property by the Ganga. It was built as a modest family home in the 1970s. The idea of converting it into a retreat came about in 2017 as the property was used sparingly by the family and was in dire need of repairs. In March 2020, Amrit Bhawan was launched as an intimate boutique hotel offering a unique way of experiencing Haridwar—through curated food and travel experiences. Each of the eight guest rooms comes dressed in calming pastel tones, and are bathed in natural light. The terrazzo bathrooms come in different colors; terrazzo is a running theme throughout the property. Some rooms come with private garden balconies overlooking the mountains, while others have bay…

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1. Historiques American 1921 36.5mm VACHERON CONSTANTIN Vacheron watches of the early 1920s, including the Historiques American 1921, were influenced by the Art Deco movement. The trilogy of American 1921 launched last year also exhibit this style. This particular variant in 18K white gold, in a smaller unisex cushionshaped case size of 36.5mm, stands out. With its gleaming surfaces and short straight lugs, the contrast with the grained silver tone is beautifully subtle. The Breguet-style Arabic numerals and railroad minutes track in black are in stark contrast with the 18K gold hands. It comes with dark brown and burgundy calfskin leather strap Price on request 2. Speedmaster ‘57 OMEGA Omega has announced a complete refresh of the tworegister Speedmaster '57 line, a sub-collection of the Speedmaster family that was first…

IT IS THE ERA OF FREE independent travel—we like to pick our destinations, plan our own itineraries, and choose the people we travel with. Mass tourism is passé. Discerning travellers no longer wish to go where everybody is going, buy the same old ‘packages’, or have run-of-the-mill experiences. Local is the new luxury, with unique, tailor-made offerings being the preference. Conscious of the importance of sustainability, the free independent traveller of today is on the lookout for the offbeat experience, even among the relatively popular ones. Take Jaipur for instance. With heritage and history at the heart of it, the Pink City offers unique as well as intimate experiences far removed from the mainstream. The Leela Palace Jaipur is one such gem. It gives you a slice of yore with…

SITUATED ON A PRISTINE lagoon in South Malé S Atoll, OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI is a private island resort surrounded by expansive white beaches and turquoise waters. Life here is made up of bespoke experiences. From a traditional Maldivian island welcome and unique dining experiences to thoughtful wellness services and adventures in the ocean, the hospitality here knows no bounds. OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI offers an exclusive experience as part of the RESERVETM Plan. With no hidden costs or unexpected additions, the plan allows guests to have an uninterrupted holiday in one of the world’s most gorgeous settings. Whether it is the maxi bar in your villa, which is replenished twice daily, premium beverages, the best of fine dining, unlimited access to the overwater gym, and more—every element of a luxe holiday…

THE STORY OF Brij Jawai revolves around Jiya, a leopard living in the majestic Pola Hills. The property was built at the foothills considering the leopard’s territory, and hence offers the quintessential Jawai experience of coexistence without conflict. Just like the village homes in the region, there’s barely any boundary between the hotel and the jungle. The hotel offers accommodation in four luxurious tents, 232 square metres each. All tents feature block prints, hand-knotted carpets, sky-lit bathrooms, duvet covers sourced from a local charity, locally sourced stone and marble, and more. The hospitality brand has made a conscious effort to build a sustainable ecosystem for the growth of the local economy, without interfering with its cultural heritage.e. Another highlight of staying at Brij Jawai is that the tariff is all-inclusive,…

Whether you’re hitting the road for a work trip or a big family holiday with your loved ones, you want to make sure you look your very best—in outfits that are seamless. Between back-toback meetings or in the midst of an eventful vacation itinerary, it is not always possible to utilise housekeeping services to get your clothes ironed. This is when a product such as the Philips Steam&Go handheld garment steamer (GC362/80) comes really handy. It is a perfectly compact solution for easy dewrinkling anytime, anywhere, which makes it a must-have accessory for discerning travellers on the move. Moreover, this state-of-the-art versatile steamer makes it needless to carry a cumbersome traditional iron on your travels. VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL STEAMING The steamer comes with a SmartFlow heating plate, which allows you…

IT WAS DINNER hour aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird (nationalgeographic.com), and Lindblad Expeditions founder Sven-Olof Lindblad had the rapt attention of the guests at his table. As the ship skirted the western coast of Baja California Sur, the conservationist and explorer riffed on the idea of exhilaration—specifically, the thrill that washes over people when they experience and understand wildlife in a new way. “For one person, the exhilaration might come from seeing a massive animal in the wild for the first time. For another, it might be learning the physics that allow a 40-ton whale to move through water like we walk through air,” he explained. “Once you have that feeling, you want to have it again and again.” Lindblad was speaking from a deep well of professional and…

GETTING THERE Fly from New Delhi to Honolulu via Tokyo on Japan Airlines (jal.com). Kauai is a 25-minute flight from here. STAY Cliffs at Princeville Guests at this North Shore resort can choose to leave Kauai a little better than they find it by volunteering for a beach clean-up activity. Suites from `30,634; cliffsatprinceville.com Lodge at Kukui‘ula This hotel offers excursions on its own outrigger sailing canoe. Cottages from `1,02,625; lodgeatkukuiula.com Timbers Kaua‘i At this oceanfront resort, a former golf course has been turned into a 17-acre organic farm. Doubles from `1,68,489; timberskauai.com EAT Hamura Saimin Hawaiian noodle soup is the signature dish but it also serves a must-try lilikoi chiffon pie. Entrées `613–`996 Hanalei Bread Co. Locals line up for coffee and breakfast burritos at this cafe. Entrées `689–`1,072;…