Simon Calder has issued a stark message to anyone planning on going to France, Italy and Spain this summer. The travel expert has urged holidaymakers that planning ahead “could make all the difference”. The European countries are holiday hotspots for Brits, especially at this time of year. Thousands of families are heading to France, Italy … Read more
Only one day in a year. Thousands of devotees throng the temple during that time. The temple doors are closed for the remaining 364 days. It is opened only on Nagpanchami in Shravan. Nagachandreshwar awakens. Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh means the attraction of miracles. Nagchandreshwar Temple is located on the three floors of the Mahakaleshwar … Read more
Kumbhalgarh Fort, located in the Aravalli Mountains of Rajasthan, is renowned worldwide for its impenetrable defenses, towering walls, and tales of valor. Considered the pride of Mewar, this fort has a history dating back more than 500 years. It is said that due to its robust structure and strategic location, Kumbhalgarh Fort remained invincible to … Read more
Rather than adopting the familiar “dinner-and-show” format, where performances interrupt the meal, Da Dining integrates cuisine and theater into a single experience. Music, lighting, choreography and service unfold together, with each dish arriving as the next scene in a performance. The stage and the table complement one another throughout the evening. That philosophy continues in … Read more
Experience the Beauty of Japan The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has announced an amazing international tour package. Through this special package, tourists will be able to experience Japan’s stunning scenery, modern cities, and rich culture. This tour package will last 10 days and 9 nights, departing from Delhi. The journey will begin … Read more
In the desert areas of Rajasthan, where every drop of water was once a struggle, fields now bloom with greenery. This transformation is due largely to the Indira Gandhi Canal Project, one of India’s largest irrigation projects. It was once known as the Rajasthan Canal and before that, the Ganga Canal. This canal not only … Read more
Brits heading to popular European hotspots this summer have been warned to brace for unprecedented border chaos as EU interior ministers vow to crack down on third-country arrivals. Following high-level crisis talks, EU chiefs have agreed to significantly bolster external borders and step up third-country checks – a move that directly impacts UK passport holders … Read more
Four one-Michelin-star restaurants Alma, Chaleur, Esora and Euphoria have disappeared from the 2026 Michelin Guide Singapore following their permanent closures, marking a shake-up in the city-state’s dining scene. Alma by Juan Amador at Singapore’s Goodwood Park Hotel and Euphoria, known for its French-inspired “gastro-botanica” cuisine, closed in August 2025. Esora, a one-Michelin-starred kappo restaurant, served … Read more
Is this the world’s most luxurious cruise ship? We get a first look onboard Explora III (Image: Explora III) Cruise lines are always eager to unveil a brand-new ship, and the latest arrival turning heads is Explora III – currently sailing on its inaugural voyage in the Mediterranean. The luxury vessel measures 268 metres (879 … Read more
Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy, welcomed 7.45 million foreign visitors in the first half of 2026, up 5.71% from a year earlier and the highest January-June total since the Covid pandemic. Foreign tourists enjoy their holiday at Kuta beach near Denpasar, Indonesia’s Bali island on May 31, 2025. Photo by AFP