This summer, as you head to the hills, why not satiate your taste buds with some local delicacies? The charms of the mountains are irresistible – snow-capped peaks, flower filled valleys, gushing streams, and stunning forest lands. Now add local food to the equation, and you can join the dots for a perfect holiday. The… Read More Eat in the Hills
The sun is shining in all its glory which means it is time to escape to cooler climes and chill as you escape the heat. The weatherman has predicted a rough summer this year and if you are looking to beat the heat, we list some handpicked locations that are off the beaten track to… Read More Cool Summer Destinations
Hoteliers are launching spa cuisine as they bet big on giving menus a twist of health especially in the post pandemic world. At ITC Hotels, the ‘Well-Being’ kitchens have reimagined Indian, Asian and European cuisines and reconstructed dining experiences. ‘Swasthya’ cuisine is crafted to attain a complete sense of physical, mental and spiritual well-being.Swasthya Cuisine… Read More Spa Cuisine
A recent visit to Mukteshwar for the fifth edition of art residency Chitrashaala, saw me stay at the beautiful jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa. How many hotels can claim to offer a stunning view of the snow-capped Nandi Devi peaks of the Himalayan range. Well jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa in Mukteshwar does just that. And… Read More JüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat And Spa, Uttarakhand
Hoteliers are looking at differentiated experiences for the new aged well-heeled traveler to make sure a break is more meaningful than ever before. The way guests choose the hotels they wish to stay in today is guided by how sustainable and local the property is and how it can offer guests an insight into the… Read More GM Diary – Harkaran Singh, General Manager, Hyatt Regency Dehradun
Dehradun made me fall in love with travel and writing all over again with its vivid landscape dominated by nature. One of my most favourites states in India is Uttarkhand as it has a varied landscape full of natural sights that always manage to bring a smile on my face. In this story, you will… Read More Dehradun Travelogue
Located at a towering 11800 plus feet above sea level, Yumthang is a stunning Valley of Flowers in spring when primulas and Rhododendrons dot the landscape and the river Teesta flows in all its majesty. I first heard of the Rhododendron flower when I had a red hued welcome drink at a property I was… Read More Yumthang Travelogue
The majesty of the Himalayan range even if it is a mere glimpse makes for a stunning visual that remains with you forever. Being based in Bangalore, the closest mountains I had seen were the Nilgiris. So naturally when I had an opportunity to visit Uttarahand, I was excited to finally head to the hills.… Read More Uttarkhand’s Mountains
Mountain Musings The Kumaon a boutique property located 1600 meters above sea level in the village of Kasar Devi near Almora is an ode to Uttarakand’s mountains, valleys, forests and scenic lakes. A slightly steep track down, off the main road in the midst of the idyllic village of Kasar Devi will lead you to… Read More The Kumaon, Uttarakhand
Hills Calling The Sylverton Mussoorie is everything you want in a holiday in the hills with a slight nip in the air that adds to the fun. A two hour drive from Dehradun Airport that involves climbing mountains and hills with roads that twist and turn while offering spectacular views of the stunning landscape was… Read More The Sylverton, Mussoorie Review