Priya Pathiyan

Priya Pathiyan has been tracking trends, interviewing key people, and writing prolifically in the lifestyle space for more than 20 years. Published author, established food critic, and passionate world traveller, her wide-ranging interests span wildlife, culture, design, music, anthropology, and social media.

Sikkim, remote destinations

Not just Sikkim-ing the surface

One of the smallest states in India, it’s really big on heart and experience. Be it culture, nature, history, food or adventure, Sikkim has it all and then some. Journeying through the…

City travel, mumbai

In the midst of the madding crowd

In the run up to World Population Day on July 11, which seeks to raise awareness of global population issues, we bring you India’s most populous cities as tourist destinations. Whether you…

Pets, travel

How to have a pawsome time on your next vacay!

Holidays with your fur babies may be getting easier than you thought. Here’s some inspiration for travelling with your pet. The pandemic has brought some profound changes in the way we think…

Copenhagen, denmark, villa copenhagen

Stylish sensibilities and sustainability in Copenhagen

A stay at the Villa Copenhagen in Denmark brings you the best of happy Danish hospitality and responsible luxury. The Nordic Choice Hotel Group has recently unveiled a new masterpiece. Villa Copenhagen,…

Wine tourism, czech republic

Add a wine vacay to your Czech list

Done Napa, been to Yarra, overdosed on Bordeaux? The Czech Republic might just surprise you with its unique combination of history and rich wine culture. A couple of years ago, when I…

Mumbai airport, csmia, terminal 2

5 things you didn’t know about Mumbai International Airport

Get set to unlock these secrets of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport’s Terminal 2 the next time you’re transiting through. Be it for international flights or a few domestic ones, if…

Dubai, ex,po 2020 dubai, uae

Countdown begins for Expo 2020 Dubai

190 countries, 25 million visitors, 182 days, 220 big-ticket events. The pandemic nothwithstanding, the upcoming world expo promises to be bigger and better than ever. Come July 18, 2021, and tickets for…

Loyalty programmes, hotels

Loyalty programmes: Good for hotels, great for guests

With rewards becoming increasingly curated and customised, being loyal to a hospitality group wins you more than mere brownie points and helps the hotels’ bottomlines too. Loyalty programmes are to hotels what…

Tourism, government of indian, india travel, tourism sector

India’s tourism sector gets much-needed policy boost

Tour companies and guides are eligible for loans, while foreign tourists will be exempted from paying visa fees. Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a slew of policy measures to help…

Aman, new york, nyc, new hotel

Now, there’s an Aman in New York!

The sparkling new Aman New York in the historic Crown Building in the heart of Manhattan promises to be the city’s go-to address, with suites and residences that overlook the lush Central…

James may, amazon prime, our man in japan

James may figure out Japan… or not!

‘Our Man in Japan’ is a quirky and eminently entertaining travel documentary by popular television presenter and journalist James May. He humorously dives headlong into the stereotypes of The Land of the…

Karma salford hall, hotel, heritage, cotswolds, uk

Call it karma: The Cotswolds are calling!

The Karma Group’s latest offering – Karma Salford Hall – is a stylish new heritage hotel in the heart of the British countryside. It can be the perfect base for a beautiful…

Samaritaine, paris, tourist attraction, shopping destination

The new Samaritaine: An ode to design and function in Paris

After six years’ worth of reconstruction and refurbishment, the LVMH Group opened the much-awaited and cherished Parisian store today. It is not only slated to be a shoppers’ delight and a visually…

Yoga, international yoga day, namita piparaiya, yoganama

Yoga: The journey within for the journeys ahead

On the International Day of Yoga, we offer you seven sure-fire ways to ease your travel aches and strains. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke eloquently about Yoga during his speech at the…

World, child

When words can give you wings to explore the world

As a certified wanderluster, you can get your travel fix in a variety of ways. Here’s some inspiration in languages from lands far away to get you dreaming today. What is travel…

Phuket, thailand, beach

Vaccinated holidaymakers can soon play in Phuket SandBox

Thailand plans to open its borders in a phased manner from July 1. Can other Asian destinations follow their road map? Phuket SandBox is the collaboration of Thai governmental organisations and private…