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Apr 25, 2025 • 12 min read
India is vast and varied. Get a taste of the world’s seventh largest nation on this 7-day Golden Triangle itinerary, visiting Delhi, Jaipur, Agra and more.
Apr 25, 2025 • 12 min read
Nowhere does festivals quite like India. Here are the 17 must-see celebrations in a country famous for its vibrant cultural and religious festivals.
Apr 25, 2025 • 12 min read
Crammed with captivating culture but famously fast-paced, Delhi is a deep immersion into India’s timeless rhythms. Discover more on this 3-day itinerary.
Apr 22, 2025 • 7 min read
India was the birthplace of many of the world's best-loved healing traditions. From beachside yoga to Ayurveda, here are India's best wellness experiences.
Apr 22, 2025 • 11 min read
From close encounters with bright-eyed tigers to birding experiences in waterlogged marshlands, here are India's best wildlife-spotting experiences.
Apr 16, 2025 • 9 min read
Jaipur's City Palace is one of India’s most extravagant royal residences. Here are our tips on how to visit the official home of Jaipur's royal family.
Apr 10, 2025 • 13 min read
India was the birthplace of four of the world’s great religions and a crucible for many more. Here are India's top temples, mosques and monasteries.
Apr 9, 2025 • 11 min read
India's history and culture were forged by feuds and alliances between empires, dynasties and faiths. Discover more at the best museums in India.
Mar 20, 2025 • 5 min read
Give Delhi a chance and the city may surprise you. Here’s a perfect one-day itinerary to help you make its acquaintance.
Mar 18, 2025 • 8 min read
Explore the lesser-known sides of India's history at these ancient sites.
Mar 3, 2025 • 13 min read
Celebration takes myriad forms as you travel across the globe, from Brazil's Carnaval to the Edinburgh Fringe. Here are the top festivals in the world.
Feb 19, 2025 • 8 min read
Stay fully connected on your next trip with this guide to local wi-fi networks in India, eSIM options in India and data in India.
Feb 15, 2025 • 8 min read
From the whimsical to the immersive to the weird, these museums throughout India inform and delight through eclectic curation and hands-on activities.
Feb 14, 2025 • 9 min read
A wildlife safari in India is a thrilling experience. Here's our pick of the best lodges and tented camps.
Jan 30, 2025 • 14 min read
From ancient temples to Mughal fortresses, these 15 historical places in India will immerse you in the fascinating past of the Indian subcontinent.
Jan 27, 2025 • 7 min read
With bonfires, special foods and flying colored powder, Holi is one of India’s most spectacular festivals. Here’s how to celebrate Holi in India.
Dec 18, 2024 • 7 min read
India has more to see than you could fit into a lifetime, but visas are easy to arrange. Here's the lowdown on the visa requirements for India.
Nov 27, 2024 • 12 min read
From history and legends, to how to plan the perfect day trip, here's everything you need to know about visiting India's iconic Taj Mahal.
Nov 22, 2024 • 7 min read
Gompas, monasteries housing Tibetan monks and nuns, are filled with intricate works of art and provide a vivid window into Buddhist spirituality.
Nov 6, 2024 • 7 min read
Get a taste of life as Indian royalty with a stay at a palace hotel.
Oct 18, 2024 • 8 min read
Picture rows of oil lamps twinkling in the night and streets filled with popping firecrackers... Here are the best places in the world to celebrate Diwali.
Oct 7, 2024 • 13 min read
When it comes to planning a trip to incredible India, where do you even begin? With our round-up of the most wonderful places to visit, of course!