Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

Travel + Leisure South Asia, a stylish and authoritative guide for today’s global traveler, offers stunning photography, incisive commentary, vivid narratives and practical travel information with a strong emphasis on Asia. From the best spa’s to the tastiest street food, from the most luxurious resorts to the hottest rooftop bars, from the latest restaurants to the region’s top designers, from the quietest beaches to the busiest shopping streets – Travel + Leisure South Asia delivers, month after month.

Letter from the Editor

Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

LOVE THY SELF • It’s the month of love and romance, here are some tales of self-love and healing.

10 Destinations To Fall In Love With Slow Travel • As the world chases speed, the antidote to chaos lies in the art of slowing down. Slow travel, as a philosophy, celebrates presence over pace. We’ve curated destinations where love and life flow at a gentle pace, offering mindful retreats to pause, reconnect, and enjoy timeless moments together.

AJABGARH: RAJASTHAN’S SECRET GARDEN • Ajabgarh unveils an oasis where ancient history meets modern indulgence, offering an unforgettable escape.

ESCAPE TO VICTORIA • Check out how Indian actor Aparshakti Khurana and his wife Aakriti Ahuja’s tackled the many charms of the Australian state of Victoria, known for its varied attractions, while also packing in the Australian Open Tennis Championship, during their recent visit.

TRADITIONAL TASTES REDEFINED • BarQat brings a unique fusion of authentic North Indian cuisine and modern elegance, offering a serene al fresco setting for unforgettable culinary moments.

LOCAL FLAVOUR • Often thought of as vanilla, all-inclusive resorts are thinking up ways to get guests exploring.

MAD ABOUT MUNICH • A sleek neighbourhood showcases the grown-up side of the German beer capital.

Into The Wilderness Of Satpura Tiger Reserve With vivo X200 Pro • Ditching her heavy camera, wildlife photographer Aparupa Dey discovers the wonders of the vivo X200 Pro while exploring Satpura Tiger Reserve.

Exploring Kalpa With Abhinav Chandel And The vivo X200 Pro • From serene landscapes to vibrant streets, Abhinav Chandel discovers Kalpa, Himachal Pradesh through the magical lens of the vivo X200 Pro.

A ROMANTIC ODYSSEY • From cherry blossoms to serene hot springs, from misty mountains to lush tea fields—Nantou County offers the perfect romantic getaway, discovers

Mini Mania • These travel-friendly versions of your favourites ensure you look your freshest best.

Little Bow Peep • Coquettecore never looked prettier. Here’s how you can seal it with a bow.

Poetic in Pink • Celebrating the many shades of pink in this month of love.

White Magic • Get your hands on these far-from-basic white timepieces to up your style game.

Gearing Up • Bored of the usual tech suspects? Nikhil Chawla shortlists the coolest gadgets for 2025

Handwoven With Love • What makes Radhikaraje Gaekwad a queen? Spoiler alert: It’s not just the title. SAMREEN TUNGEKAR spends a day at her palace, and discovers how the queen of Baroda’s royal legacy is blending history, craft, and luxury travel with progressive values, modernism, and a celebration of the future

Sacred Peaks, Ancient Traditions • From mist-laden hills and riverside picnics to paddy fields and tranquil monasteries, Punita Malhotra discovers a place for hearts to connect and memories to bloom in Arunachal Pradesh

Soul to Seoul • In the heart of Seoul’s underground vinyl scene, Alex Outhwaite discovers more than just music—with stories of passion, and memory

T+L CHAMPIONS • Presenting the movers and shakers who have not only won accolades for their contributions to their respective industries but have...