Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2025 i Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

JUST BEYOND SOME OF Europe’s most stylish cities, The Bicester Collection’s open-air Villages bring together the best of global and local fashion in a setting that feels more like a cultural getaway than a shopping trip. Alongside luxury boutiques, guests can enjoy pop-up restaurants, art exhibitions, culinary collaborations, and seasonal festivals—each designed to turn a day of shopping into a truly memorable experience. London Bicester Village welcomes Indian cuisine for the very first time with the six-month pop-up Brilliant Punjabi, helmed by celebrated chef Dipna Anand. Expect street food favourites like chicken tikka wraps, papri chaat, masala chai, and mango lassi—or pick up one of Anand’s cookbooks to recreate the flavours at home. Barcelona & Madrid La Roca Village, just 40 minutes from Barcelona, and Las Rozas Village, 30 minutes from…

EASILY ACCESSIBLE VIA the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway, Six Senses Fort Barwara lies approximately five hours by car from Delhi and just two hours from Jaipur Airport. This all-suite luxury property invites you to unwind in exquisitely designed accommodations, savour private dining atop ancient ramparts overlooking the dramatic Aravalli hills, and immerse yourself in a range of wellness experiences and mindful activities. Set within a 14th-century fort that once served as a royal residence, the resort encompasses two palaces and two temples, all meticulously restored through extensive conservation efforts. Suites vary in size and layout, blending contemporary Rajasthani aesthetics with subtle state-of-the-art technology. While the Raja Man Singh Suite offers a private pool, other categories feature outdoor bathtubs, open-air showers, and expansive indoor–outdoor living areas. Suites in the East Wing offer views…

TUCKED AWAY FROM the city’s rush, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Bangalore offers a serene sanctuary where ancient wellness rituals blend with modern luxury. Whether you’re hoping to bring back the glow to your face before a special occasion or seeking a full-body treatment to recover from stress, you can choose from an extensive menu of indulgent spa experiences. The spa includes dedicated treatment areas, hydrotherapy amenities and refined touches—such as Champagne high tea. You may even book your own private spa suite for an exclusive experience. Every ritual begins with a grounding foot ceremony—a symbolic release from the outside world before you begin your therapy of choice. One of their popular treatments is the Radiance Facial Ritual, where cooling masks, pressure-point therapy and a relaxing scalp massage restore the natural luminosity…

“I DIDN’T COME TO this world to write about Barron Trump’s crypto holdings.” I “joked” to a colleague turned-friend as I prepared to do just that. Life isn’t a fairy tale, after all, and adults must often do work they don’t enjoy in order to make a living. The article was one of 25 I produced each week, covering American politicians and technocrats. The pay was good, the environment friendly, and the job remote. In this economy, what more could one ask for? That’s what I told myself—again and again—to quiet the gnawing sense of restlessness rising within me, even as I tried to feel grateful for the stability I had. From Dream To Job Throughout my childhood, I was obsessed with writing. Under “dream job” in the slam books…

What are your personal wellness secrets—practices, rituals, or philosophies—that keep you grounded and energised? If you are really doing what you care for, then your entire life is a vacation. Even if you work 24 hours a day, it is not burdensome, because you are doing what you love to do. This is why, for me and thousands of people around me, we are on non-stop, seven days of the week, 365 days, simply because we are creating what we really care for. This philosophy has started going around in the world: “Thank God, it’s Friday!” If you do not enjoy what you do five days of the week, why are you doing it? Because life is very brief. And when you do not enjoy what you are doing on…

travelandleisureasia.com/in Monsoon Reveries Soaked in silence and scent, northern Thailand during the rains is lush, gentle, and alive with a rhythm that invites reflection and deep rest.  travelandleisureasia.com/in/destinations/rain-and-monsoon-in -northern-thailand/ Rooted in Memory Woven with childhood memories and cultural threads, this journey back to Kolhapur is as much about heritage as it is about healing. travelandleisureasia.com/in/destinations/coming-back-to-kolhapur/ Where Change Grows Slowly In a small village in Manipur, women farmers are reshaping their future with traditional wisdom, sustainability, and strength. travelandleisureasia.com/in/destinations/finding-sustainability-traditional-wisdom-and-empowerment-in-a-manipur-village/ PEOPLE Illustrator Srishti Guptaroy talks about drawing from memory, the emotional texture of Indian design, and how travel shapes the creative process. travelandleisureasia.com/in/people/painting-outside-the-lines-srishti-guptaroy-on-the-power-ofindian-design-and-reimagining-itfor-the-global-stage/ DISCOVER A slow travel guide to Kumbakonam, where sculptors, silk weavers, and bronze casters preserve a sacred lineage of craftsmanship—and remind us that true luxury lies in time and…

ALL-DAY DINING RESTAURANTS are a popular choice for both business and leisure travellers, offering the convenience and flexibility needed in a busy schedule. But DYN (pronounced ‘dine’), the newly opened all-day dining restaurant at Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks—located in the heart of the city’s tech hub—goes beyond mere convenience to deliver a rich and thoughtful culinary experience. With open kitchens and interactive counters enhancing the restaurant’s spacious, modern aesthetic and thoughtfully zoned seating, DYN creates an atmosphere of openness and flow. Its menu avoids gimmicks and geographical constraints, focusing instead on the artistry of cooking techniques such as steaming, grilling, roasting, and simmering. Rooted in India’s diverse culinary heritage yet unbound by convention, DYN draws inspiration from traditional local kitchens and age-old recipes, presenting them with a contemporary flair. The…

TAYLOR SWIFT, FRESH off her Eras Tour, revealed on the podcast New Heights that she is in the throes of a sourdough obsession. She joked that it’s become “60% of my life now.” The Pennsylvanian born singer is perhaps the most famous of those adopting baking as an integral part of their everyday. It seems like the act of self-care around the world is rising, quite literally, on a bed of dough, with intimate workshops sprouting across cities. It’s no longer just a kitchen chore, made hurriedly for loved ones’ birthdays. Baking is now considered a grounding practice, one that gives the same benefits as yoga or journalling. Research even backs it up. Creative, hands-on activities like kneading dough have been shown to lower cortisol levels and nudge the brain…

ADMITTING ON PAPER for the first time in my life: I’m a diagnosed insomniac. I haven’t slept without medicine in a decade and spent a good part of my 20s battling deaddiction from a rather addictive sleeping pill that I was never prescribed. The last few years, however, have been positive—I’ve learnt to allow my body the number of hours it needs (women need more than eight hours, in case you didn’t know), moving my body as much as my schedule allows, and keeping my sleep in check. A few months ago, I chanced upon an invite for a new program by Marriott International: a Luxury Well-Being Series, for high-functioning individuals like myself who need guidance with wellness, both emotional and physical. Deciding to give myself this reset, I find…

ON AN EARLY SUMMER EVENING, in that fleeting window that is dubbed the magic hour, Prague’s Old Town Square is drenched in golden light. The Gothic spires of the Church of Our Lady and the striking clock tower atop the Old Town Hall rise dramatically into the blue sky, standing like sentinels benignly watching the passage of time. People mill around, sundry vendors ply their wares, aromas waft from pushcarts and cafes, and iridescent, ephemeral bubbles spew forth from the pipe of a bubble shooter and drift on the wings of a gentle breeze. It is idyllic and tranquil. After a day of wandering around Prague’s Old Town and encountering beautiful sights round every corner, the Old Town Square’s atmosphere sets the tone for the rest of the evening. Heading…

NESTLED ON THE edge of India’s captivating Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, Aahana is a charming and luxurious hideaway—perfect for unwinding between exhilarating wildlife safaris or simply taking a break from fast-paced urban life. Built on regenerated forest land, this family-owned and operated resort spans 13.5 acres and is home to over 4,500 trees, 200 species of birds, and 50 species of butterflies—blending nature, wellness, and sustainable luxury. Experience a private pool villa at the forest’s edge, where you can wake up to birdsong or the distant call of a deer. When not adventuring, unwind in your temperature-controlled pool. Explore nearby villages by bicycle or enjoy a leisurely ride in a vintage horse-drawn buggy. Evenings are best spent soaking in the cool breeze beneath a star-studded sky. Dining at Aahana…

FLOAT ABOVE THE vivid Aravalli hills in a hot air balloon, drive through a wild countryside in search of a forgotten river, enjoy a high tea in the shadow of a historic temple, or choose the artisanal tours that take you into the heart of Rajasthan’s art and culture. These are but a few of the immersive experiences that await you at the Alila Fort Bishangarh. Nestled in a carefully resurrected 18th century hill-top fort, this luxurious property, part of the Hyatt portfolio, is conveniently located off the Delhi-Jaipur highway. The hotel’s 87 suites and luxury tents blend Rajasthan’s royal opulence with modern amenities while its food and beverage outlets scattered across scenic locations across the fort offer delectable Rajasthani and international cuisine. And, if you want to work out…

LYING TO THE south of India, the island nation of Sri Lanka amazes with its natural beauty and cultural diversity. Enjoy a relaxed holiday by golden beaches lapped by the blue waters of the Indian Ocean, go on a wildlife safari, step back in time amidst ancient ruins, join vibrant festivals, and fill your bags with exquisite handicrafts. Thanks to the home-grown luxury brand Jetwing Hotels, which spans both well-known and hidden gems across the island, you’ll always find a warm and welcoming place to stay. Just 80 km by road from Colombo—the international gateway to this emerald island—Bentota is renowned for its beaches and water sports. Welcoming you to this beach town, where the television series The Night Manager was filmed, is the stylish Jetwing Saman Villas. Perched on…

IT HAD BEEN NEARLY a decade since I last visited Chiang Mai (tourismthailand.org), armed back then with a rigid ‘must-see’ itinerary. This time, I was determined to experience it as slowly and steadily as possible. For years, my holidays had been little more than an extension of Mumbai’s frantic energy—a blur of airport scrambles and overcrowded landmarks. I’d return home feeling a new kind of exhaustion, the kind that comes from trying to “consume” an entire city in just a few days. Waking at dawn, rushing to famed breakfast spots, ticking off tourist sights, grabbing a few hours of sleep, and doing it all over again—my spirit felt hollowed out rather than renewed. The goal had always been to squeeze the most out of every trip. After all, who repeats…

TULUM KERALA Tailored silhouettes, textured details, and effortless polish capture the art of refined, slow style JEJU ISLAND From windswept linens to sun-washed neutrals, bring quiet clarity to seaside dressing ZERMATT Precision meets poetry in a winter wardrobe built for altitude…