No visa needed, 3-star hotels for Rs 1000, Rs 500 scooty rent: Only 6 hours from India, this Vietnamese island has Maldives-like beaches, Disneyland-style theme parks and grand European architecturePhu Quoc is the perfect visa-free destination for Indian tourists craving a luxurious yet affordable escape. The island in Vietnam has stun...
19 Aug, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
Aged 97, she strapped herself to a plane wing and flew: Betty Bromage breaks her own record in daring sky-high stunt after suffering a strokeBetty Bromage, aged ninety-seven, has achieved a new Guinness World Record for wing walking. She completed this record-breaking flight on A...
09 Aug, 2026, 08.40 PM IST
Psychology says people who prefer trains over airplanes aren't afraid of flying, they may enjoy freedom of movement more than othersPsychology suggests that people who prefer trains over airplanes aren't necessarily afraid of flying. Choosing the train may say more about...
22 Jul, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- 'World's most scenic journey': This train ride in Japan has open windows. Cherry blossoms, forests, mountains, wildlife - you can see it all.
Japan's Sagano Romantic Train is named the world's most scenic journey. This sightseeing express runs between Saga Torokko Station and Kame...
25 Apr, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
Less than 300 km drive from Bangalore: 5 lesser-known destinations for an extended Good Friday weekend, offering off-beat experienceLooking for a quiet escape this Good Friday weekend? Bangaloreans don’t have to travel far to find off-beat destinations. From the misty hi...
21 Mar, 2026, 10.48 PM IST
Passengers hang their legs out the window on a special Australian train. A journey that should be on every traveller’s bucket list.Travel vlogger Saniya Zaveri shared a unique railway ride in Australia. The Puffing Billy Railway, Australia's oldest steam train, allows p...
07 Mar, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
Bengaluru-Belagavi Vande Bharat reduces train travel by 80 mins: RailwaysThe Vande Bharat Express, inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi, now connects Belagavi and Bengaluru, reducing travel time by 80 minutes. Oper...
11 Aug, 2025, 06.09 PM IST
New Zealand’s favorite, the “Southerner,” returns this October: Packages, prices, route, and starting dates announcedDue to overwhelming public demand, New Zealand's beloved rail journey, "The Southerner," is set to make a grand return this October. Great ...
23 May, 2025, 02.34 PM IST
Safety concerns halt Harry Potter films' iconic 'Hogwarts Express' steam train rides in Scottish HighlandsThe iconic train, famously known as the "Hogwarts Express" in the Harry Potter movies, has been taken out of service due to safety concerns...
23 Jul, 2023, 06.47 AM IST
A sojourn to the heart of France’s winelands: Falguni Peacock shares her most memorable getaway of 2019Visiting Grey Goose’s secret invite-only manor was the highlight of Falguni Peacock’s year.
30 Dec, 2019, 12.54 PM IST
How the romance of travelling by train is making a comebackTrains have become the new cool for the well-heeled.
31 Oct, 2018, 08.13 AM IST
Down the memory track! Add these toy trains to your Shimla, Darjeeling itinerarySome of these narrow-gauge trains have been running since the British era.
23 Nov, 2017, 04.48 PM IST
Train trips to treasure! Five rail journeys across the country that will leave you mesmerisedEnjoy rhythmic rail clatter and the pleasant countryside along these select train routes in India.
23 Nov, 2017, 04.42 PM IST
Go snowmobiling, skiing, and snowshoeing in CanadaCelebrate the year end amidst the snow in Canada. Here is a list of getaways.
24 Dec, 2015, 08.04 AM IST
- Quick getaway: Matheran and Chiliyanaula, an ideal weekend destination
Matheran is a great choice for a weekend away from the city. Around 60kms from Mumbai, enjoy India’s only pollution-free zone.
17 May, 2012, 07.33 AM IST
- Wine Train; a ride through vine-laden valleys of Napa
A wine train is a great way to taste and travel without getting tired. why don’t we have one in India too?
25 Jun, 2009, 12.20 AM IST
- Blue magic
Breathe in fresh mountain air and relax as you marvel at a majestic landscape of waterfalls and awe-inspiring sandstone escarpments at the ...
15 Feb, 2007, 12.00 AM IST