Do winery resorts make money?

Take winery resorts

Having a few rows of vines does not guarantee business success. The best winery resorts serve up experiences beyond the wines.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Winery Resorts: Elevated Experiences

Total spends on weddings in India

Jaipur, Rajasthan

Kovalam, Kerala

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Havelock Island, Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Nainital, Uttarakhand

Udaipur, Rajasthan

In India’s wedding market, valued at a staggering $130 billion, destination weddings take center stage. From Udaipur’s regal lakesides, Havelock Island’s secluded charm to Goa’s sun-kissed beaches, these are the destinations redefining the way Indians celebrate their big day.

The Destinations Indian Travel to say 'I Do'

Sequestered deep in the sprawling 47-acre Rambagh Palace estate

Repurposing the past

The space

Dining in serenity

Sawai Man Mahal in Jaipur is a masterclass in adaptive reuse. It showcases the beauty of Rajputana royal architecture, which has been meticulously restored to offer a sustainable and culturally rich hospitality experience.

Restoring A Maharaja’s Legacy

The observatories and the reserves

Hanle, India’s first dark sky reserve

Light years away

NAMIBRAND NATURE RESERVE, NAMIBIA

CÉVENNES NATIONAL PARK, FRANCE 

CRANBORNE CHASE, UK 

GREATER BIG BEND INTERNATIONAL DARK SKY RESERVE, U.S./MEXICO

MONT-MÉGANTIC RESERVE, CANADA 

BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK, UK 

ALPES AZUR MERCANTOUR, FRANCE

NIUE, SOUTH PACIFIC

Where the stars shine the brightest

RIVER MURRAY, AUSTRALIA

EXMOOR NATIONAL PARK, UK 

SNOWDONIA NATIONAL PARK, UK 

With increasing light pollution, dark sky reserves are sanctuaries protecting the night skies in their pristine form. The good news—there are an increasing number of sanctuaries as more regions vie for the ‘dark sky’ status, even in India. They offer an incredible opportunity for the country’s travel industry to diversify into new segments and are in keeping with the world’s sustainable travel goals.

Astro Tourism: Dark Matters

Experience is everything

Scent of success

The biz buzz

The debut of branded villas

A new model makes a mark

Villas are big competition to luxury hotels, particularly in the leisure market. Here’s how they are changing the way the world vacays and what opportunities they present.

Trending: Luxe Villa Rentals

Bespoke hospitality: where tea meets design,  cuisine, and warmth

Beyond tea: connecting with the land and community

Brewing a sustainable future

A helping hand for estates

Iconic tea estates to visit

An immersive experience

From tranquil estates to immersive experiences, India’s tea tourism invites travellers to sip, savour, and stay in the heart of tea country. Explore the heritage, hospitality, and sustainability that brew the perfect blend of culture and luxury. &nbsp;

Steeped in Stories: Discovering India’s Tea Tourism Charm

What’s on offer

Bottomline boost

Royal campaign

Local experiences redefine hotel stays across India as they curate immersive cultural, heritage, culinary and architectural journeys for their guests.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Hotels Deep Dive into Local Culture

When books showed the way

Source of inspiration

The city of great restaurants, bars  and hotels

With a remarkable range of new attractions, each with its own allure, Jaipur, the ‘Pink City’ is emerging as a must-visit destination. It is also carving a place among the world’s great cultural cities, alongside Edinburgh and Avignon.

Jaipur Taking Centrestage

From family legacy to boutique heritage hotel

A stay steeped in storytelling

Reinventing heritage dining

Q&A with Darshan Dudhoria, Co-Founder, Bari Kothi

Once abandoned, this Sheherwali mansion’s journey is a testament to meticulous restoration, cultural preservation, and a vision that defied time. &nbsp;

From Forgotten to Forever: The Story of Bari Kothi

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