Why do tigers rest for 16–20 hours a day? IITian-IFS officer shares fascinating explanation.Tigers need long rest periods for survival. IFS officer Himanshu Tyagi explains this is due to energy conservation. Tigers understand calor...
09 May, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
Red sand, palm trees, wildlife: This Tamil Nadu desert is the perfect offbeat destination for curious travellersTamil Nadu, renowned for its temples and hills, harbors a surprising red sand desert called Theri Kaadu. Spanning 12,000 acres in Thoothuku...
09 May, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Farah Khan enjoys sun, hailstorm, mood changes on Mussoorie vacation. 5 offbeat summer activities for travellersFilmmaker Farah Khan is enjoying a refreshing vacation in Mussoorie, embracing the hill station's recent drop in temperature due to heavy r...
06 May, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Tea, noodles served in bamboo cups. An offbeat tourist destination is reducing plastic waste in a simple and sustainable wayKrem Chympe, a hidden gem in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills, captivates with its natural beauty. This destination is known for its spectacu...
22 Apr, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
Anand Mahindra is in awe of Jharkhand’s hidden gem 'land of seven hundred hills', sitting 4,300 feet above sea level, reveals why it is perfect for offbeat travellersAnand Mahindra, who is very popular on social media, has spotlighted Jharkhand's hidden beauty, Meghahatuburu in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum...
05 Apr, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
Roughly 300 kms from Pune, Hyderabad: 14 offbeat destinations for an extended Good Friday weekend, offering an unforgettable experienceWith Good Friday offering a long weekend, metro dwellers in Pune and Hyderabad can escape the city's hustle. Explore offbeat destinations w...
01 Apr, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
Less than 300 km drive from Hyderabad: 7 lesser-known destinations for an extended Good Friday weekend, offering off-beat experienceEscape Hyderabad's hustle this Good Friday weekend. Discover five offbeat destinations within 300 km. Explore Belum Caves' natural formatio...
31 Mar, 2026, 08.39 PM IST
Roughly 300 kms from Pune: 7 offbeat destinations for an extended Good Friday weekend, offering an unforgettable experiencePune's busy life needs a break. Good Friday offers a chance to escape. Explore Maharashtra's quiet side. Visit Bhandardara for lakes and fo...
31 Mar, 2026, 08.39 PM IST
Journeys not getaways: The Indian traveller now finds higher purpose in experienceIndian travellers are embracing slower, more meaningful journeys. Expect growth in cultural, wellness, and nature-focused trips. Offbeat de...
03 Jan, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
Indian travellers chase offbeat global destinations, Antarctica tops bucket listsIndian travellers are broadening their itineraries, venturing beyond the usual hotspots. The allure of Antarctic cruises is rising, drawing...
20 Dec, 2025, 06.00 AM IST
Indians flock to offbeat destinations: Seychelles and Vietnam see strongest riseIndian travelers are now exploring offbeat destinations. Travel insurance purchases for these trips have increased significantly. Seychelle...
27 Aug, 2025, 04.28 PM IST
Airbnb witnesses surge in demand for offbeat destinations in IndiaIn India, the non-urban nights booked have increased by about 140 per cent when compared to the second quarter of 2022 (April-June) with th...
06 Sep, 2022, 09.59 PM IST
The onset of spring sees a spike in staycations and off-beat destinations, travellers willing to experimentAhead of Holi, here is a look at some exciting destinations…
16 Mar, 2022, 06.41 PM IST
Exotic, mysterious & unexplored: Women embrace experiential travel, and want to do it soloThe popularity of solo trips among women has increased considerably.
18 Jul, 2019, 12.53 PM IST
Offbeat & Insta-worthy: Bengalureans headed to Bali, Istanbul for New Year getawaysPopular passport-pitstops like Thailand, Dubai and Singapore are not making the cut.
10 Dec, 2018, 09.00 AM IST
Skiing is the new holiday trend that is taking Bengaluru by stormBengalureans have found a new way to spend the holidays.
11 Dec, 2017, 12.52 PM IST
Affluent Indians opting for unconventional holiday destinations such as Chile, FijiMore than a century after English writer GK Chesterton penned this proverb, the Indian middle-class vacationer, armed with disposable incom...
22 Jun, 2014, 05.45 AM IST