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10 Best Honeymoon Places To Book This Year By CNT India

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Here are 10 best honeymoon places and their itineraries to book this year. From the Kenyan wilds to a Mexican fiesta. Choose from ten expert-recommended itineraries for every kind of couple the perfect honeymoon place for you from this this article by CNT India.

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From the Kenyan wilds to a Mexican fiesta, here are ten expert-recommended itineraries for every kind of couple.

What makes the perfect honeymoon? Turns out, there isn't a one-size-fits-all formula. But where to whisk away your partner can't be left to throwing a dart at a map to see where it lands you. Instead, pick a destination that will offer an abundance of all that you love doing together. For some couples, this might be the thrill of spotting the Big Five at Maasai Mara while for others, a walk around the museums of Mexico City is the best way to spend a day. Whatever be your interest, this first getaway as newlyweds needs some planning. The post-pandemic honeymoon is all about immersive experiences, nature retreats and mindful travel. And to guide you on your journey to post-nuptial bliss, we have put together a list of ideas and itineraries for every kind of couple.

INTO THE WILD: Kenya

For newlyweds who have their heart set on chasing elusive jungle cats on their honeymoon, Kenya is a match made in heaven. Safari-loving couples have a lot to look forward to. Game drives and bush breakfasts in Chyulu Hills National Park-set against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro-are a given, but it doesn't end there. Also explore lava tubes, go horse riding, mountain biking and sleep under the stars. Your next stop? The Big Five beckon at Maasai Mara, one of the most famous wildlife parks in all of Africa, where you can spend your mornings in traditional open vehicles or on horseback. A dreamy hot-air balloon ride over the savanna is a must for that #CoupleGoals picture for Instagram.
Best time to visit: July-September
Ideal length of honeymoon: 10-14 days
Contact Encompass (9311566448)

DESERT ROSE: Oman

Can't choose between a mountain, beach or desert escape? In Oman, you won't have to. Skip the usual Middle Eastern cityscapes and indulge yourself in the region's culture, which promises something for everyone. Culture enthusiasts should start with the sights of Muscat-the Royal Opera House, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Mutrah Souq-and then charter a traditional dhow for a day of diving, snorkelling and swimming at Daymaniyat Islands in the Sea of Oman. Jebel Shams, where you can hike Wadi Ghul and the famous Wadi Nakhr (also known as the Grand Canyon of the Middle East), is perfect for outdoorsy couples. And for more romance, spend a few nights in Jebel Akhdar, which is all about mountainside picnics and dining under the stars in the Al Hajar Mountain range. Next, go glamping in the dunes of Wahiba Sands, where sandboarding, dune bashing, candlelight dinners and majestic sunrises await. Luxury lovers will be spoilt for choice at the country's plush properties such as The Chedi and W in Muscat, Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, and Canvas Club in Wahiba Sands.

THE LAND OF ICE: ANTARCTICA CRUISE

Glide through the icy vastness of the White Continent on the Majestic Explorer ship to add another first to your new journey together. Every day on this 132-key cruise brings with it a brand-new experience-the thrill of spotting your first iceberg, catching majestic humpback whales showing off their moves and seeing Adélie penguins gleefully waddling around to name but a few. What awaits you on deck is just as exciting as the #ViewsForDays that frame every corner of the ship: meals made especially by Alain Ducasse's team and a sommelier-approved selection of wine.

ESCAPE TO PARADISE: The Maldives

If chasing sunsets (and dolphins), stargazing and soaking in some Vitamin D make up your idea of post-wedding bliss, all roads (and speedboats) lead to everyone's current favourite island escape: the Maldives. There is more to this luxury-seeker's refuge than just sun, sand, sea and overwater villas-though those definitely don't hurt. The undeniable charm of the Maldives lies in its spectacular setting and gorgeous private-island hotels that offer a plethora of options for couples who want to be more than just beach bums. And the culinary experiences are among the most unique and romantic you'll find anywhere, such as dining underwater at Anantara Kihavah's Sea restaurant or enjoying the ultimate farm-to-table experience at Soneva Fushi, the pioneers of barefoot luxury. For the adventure-seeking duo, the sea is your playground. Think everything from gliding on a seabob, jet-skiing and wakeboarding to diving at Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The Maldives ' marine and coral life is truly one-of-a-kind, and eco-conscious travellers can also plant coral frames around the reef to help in its preservation.

Best time to visit January-June or September-December
Ideal length of honeymoon 4-5 nights
Contact Travel n Living (9920373036)

LEKKER VIBES: South Africa

There's so much to love about this country, where you and your partner will find a bevy of memorable activities to satiate your souls. The adventurous can abseil down Table Mountain, skydive at Mossel Bay or bungee-jump from Bloukrans Bridge Bungy, which is one of the highest in the world. Wine lovers will be drawn to the vineyards of Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Babylonstoren is a sworn favourite, as is Delaire Graff Estate. Rent a car and cruise through South Africa's famous Garden Route-300km of pristine beauty and stop-and-stare views. Wildlife enthusiasts will get their fill of the Big Five at the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and Kruger National Park and there's also cheetah tracking on foot at Mountain Zebra National Park and white rhino tracking at Welgevonden Game Reserve. End your day with a local wine and braai experience or try the traditional Cape Malay cuisine.

Best time to visit November-March
Ideal length of honeymoon 12-14 days
Contact Handmade Journeys (9619949308)

VIVA LA FIESTA: Mexico

Now here's a multifaceted destination that is sure to leave honeymooners spoilt for choice with its vibrancy and versatility. Start with exploring everything the resort town of Cabo San Lucas has to offer-a glass boat ride to The Arch at the southern tip of Mexico 's Baja California Peninsula, the Baja desert and whale watching. Todos Santos is a unique desert oasis with spectacular views that are worthy of a couple's shoot. Tulum is a must for its beaches, cenotes (Cenote Dos Ojos is one of the most famous in the Yucatan Peninsula), Mayan ruins, and nightlife. A sound healing session at Holistika will be a grounding experience for wellness-seeking couples. For foodies, the honeymoon will be incomplete without a trip to Oaxaca, the culinary capital of Mexico, famous for its local street food and regional fare. Spend the day on food tours and end it with a bioluminescence night tour in Puerto Escondido.Next up is glamping in Iztaccíhuatl before you finally bring your trip to a close in culturally diverse Mexico City, the fifth-largest city in the world.

KINGDOM OF HEAVEN: New Zealand and Fiji

If it's a storybook honeymoon you're after, this paradise in the Pacific is calling out. First stop is South Island, an adrenaline junkie's dream, where nothing from bungee jumping, canyoning and skydiving to rafting, ziplining and glacier hiking is off-limits. Newlyweds who'd rather toast to marital bliss over the best of New World wines need only head to the vineyards in the Marlborough region (which also hosts a food and wine festival every February). The culturally curious will enjoy soaking in Maori culture in Rotorua with village visits, where one can try traditional meals and learn about local crafts. While there, a visit to the Rotorua Hot Pools, with their geothermal hot springs, pools and spas is a must. Can't get enough of nature's splendour? New Zealand has you covered: swim with dolphins in Akaroa, ride through the glow-worm grotto at Waitomo Caves and go whale-watching in Kaikoura. Round off your honeymoon with a few days off the grid in Fiji, where you can spend your time diving at the soft-coral capital of the world and feasting on lovo as you hide at the celebrity-loved six-star property Kokomo Private Island Resort.

Best time to visit November-March
Ideal length of honeymoon 15-20 days
Contact Pangea Travel (9819549724)

CULTURE CALLING: South America

While one trip may not be enough to cover this vast continent, hone in on two (or three) countries you are most excited about. Start with Brazil, and Fortaleza and Rio de Janeiro in particular, before you make your way to one of the world's seven natural wonders- the Iguazu Falls. From there, tango your way to the Argentine capital of Buenos Aires before exploring Patagonia's Lake District with its ancient forests, blue lakes, volcanoes, and alpine villages. Make your way to the Perito Moreno glacier in Los Glaciares National Park and also take time out to explore the Coffee Triangle in Colombia and learn all about this fine coffee. Narcos fans can retrace Pablo Escobar's escape route in the city of Medellín. And then there's Peru, home not just to the 15th-century Inca citadel Machu Picchu but also to some exquisite gastronomic offerings. Lima, the culinary capital of South America boasts a third of the 15 best Latin American restaurants in the world.

ROYAL RENDEZVOUS: Rajasthan

There is unparalleled splendour and old-world charm in Rajasthan 's majesty, the kind fairy tales are made of. Live your own version of a modern-day royal romance here, with its many indulgent stays away from the crowds. Check into SUJÁN Jawai, and hop on to one of its Marwari or Kathiawari horses to explore the wilderness trails on horseback, or choose a guided bush walk in the evenings. Next on your stop: boutique property Mihir Garh, a hidden gem on the fringes of Jodhpur where you can simply unwind in your plush pool villa, head out on a blackbuck safari followed by a luxurious picnic and end the day with a candlelit 'shikar dinner' of kebabs and barbecue in the desert. For a taste of Rajasthani culture in the lap of luxury, Suryagarh, Jaisalmer is a sworn favourite. Here, your agenda will include a romantic rendezvous on the dunes with live folk music, a decadent Rajasthani thali, and breakfast in a fort, surrounded by a pride of peacocks.

SHINING BRIGHT: NORWEGIAN ARCTIC

If you're looking to tick off a bucket-list experience on your honeymoon, this is it. Start with Lofoten, 250km above the Arctic Circle in the Nordland's region, that is considered the jewel of Norway. From here, you can catch the Northern Lights from hotels like Nyvågar Rorbuhotell. Then fly over the Arctic Ocean to get to Longyearbyen (Svalbard Islands), where you can witness the mystical lights in the evening. A snowmobile safari gives you the chance to see the magnificent polar wildlife including seals, wild reindeers, and even polar bears, should you be lucky. If you've still got an appetite for adventure, go dog sledding in ice caves of the Bolterdalen valley.

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10 honeymoon itineraries to book this year

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From the Kenyan wilds to a Mexican fiesta, here are ten expert-recommended itineraries for every kind of couple. What makes the perfect honeymoon? Turns out, there isn't a one-size-fits-all formula. But where to whisk away your partner can't be left to throwing a dart at a map to see where it lands you.

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Best New Hotels In Singapore For Travelers At CNT India

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Planning to Trip To Singapore? Enjoy your best new hotels in Singapore for travellers. Select the hotel that suits your budget for your perfect staycation. Glance at the article to know more information by CNT India.

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The Lion City is officially dropping testing and quarantine requirements for vaccinated travellers this month

Even though tourists have essentially been locked out of Singapore for almost two years, Singapore's hoteliers and restaurateurs didn't sit still: over the past two years, they've launched and revived heaps of new hotels and restaurants, from Chinatown to Little India. Read on for the new sights to see, hottest tables to book, and new and updated hotels worthy of planning a trip around, to take advantage of Singapore reopening.
All listings featured in this story are independently selected by our editors. However, when you book something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

New things to do in Singapore

When pandemic travel restrictions confined most Singaporeans to the borders of their city-state, they dusted off their hiking boots en masse to explore the little-visited corners of the country. New nature initiatives such as the ABC Waters at Jurong Lake followed: At this floating wetland in west Singapore you'll find wooden walkways, expansive lake views, and-if you're lucky-glimpses of otters, croc-sized monitor lizards, and tropical birds in jewel hues. More serious hikers should trek down the Rail Corridor, an island-spanning (from Tanjong Pagar in the south to Kranji, 15 miles north) rewilding project weaving through nature reserves and past historic landmarks such as the early 20th-century Bukit Timah Railway Station. Last year also saw the launch of its renovated central stretch, an accessible, 2.5-mile track dotted with decommissioned bridges and steel tracks.

Both initiatives are part of the 2030 Green Plan, a 10-year transformation project that launched last February with the aim to increase everything from energy efficiency to cycling paths, and a 50 percent growth of natural park land.

New and updated Singapore hotels to book

Among Singapore's most exciting hotel arrivals is The Clan Hotel, which debuted last year in a sleek glass tower overlooking the shophouses of Chinatown. Inspired by the rich history of the Chinese immigrants that settled here in the 19th century, stays here start with a Chinese tea ceremony and continue with local touches woven throughout the property: from zhezhi (a Chinese origami technique) inspired artworks by Singaporean artist Grace Tan, to chrysanthemum-infused beers brewed exclusively for the hotel. All rooms, swathed in slate gray and licks of beige and bronze, come with dazzling city views and access to a rooftop gym and pool, while the top-floor rooms come with 'Clan Keeper' concierge service that can include personalised tours around local shrines, galleries, and to old-timey artisans; tiffin-box deliveries of local hawker specialties; and turndown services with sleep-inducing essential oils and bath salts.

Last February, Hilton opened its largest Asia Pacific hotel to date along Orchard Road, Singapore's main shopping district. The Hilton Singapore Orchard counts 1,080 rooms with designs that nod to the nutmeg plantations and fruit orchards that once dominated this part of town. Dining options range from botanical-inspired afternoon tea at the Ginger. Lily tea room to truffle-roasted duck at all-day diner Estate, and, soon, a new Singapore outpost from L.A.'s Italian mainstay Osteria Mozza by chef Nancy Silverton.

The pandemic lull also proved an excellent time for hotel rebrands and refurbishments. Among the top properties with a new name or look is the Duxton Reserve, which took over the former Six Senses in a row of restored 19th-century shophouses in the heart of Chinatown. On Sentosa island, Capella Singapore emerged from a year-long refresh that saw hospitality design hot-shot André Fu infuse its suites and villas with the designer's signature pared-back style-expect subtle, modern riffs on Asian furnishing, natural materials, and soothing hues of grey and green.

Sentosa will also be the setting for an island outpost of Southeast Asia's grandest of grand dames, Raffles Singapore. Another Raffles project in Singapore, the Sentosa Resort & Spa will raise the bar for luxury stays in the Lion City later this year with 62 Yabu Pushelberg-designed private pool villas set amidst more than 100,000 square meters of lush tropical gardens fronting the South China Sea.

Singapore's best new restaurants

In December 2020, Singapore's vibrant hawker center culture was added to UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage, offering yet another reason to hit up open-air food courts like Maxwell Food Centre and Tiong Bahru Market to nosh on chili crab, chicken rice, and coconut laksa noodles.

But don't just stick to local fare: In the past few years, some of the best global chefs have added the flavors of their motherland to Singapore's gastronomic hodgepodge. One of the buzziest openings is Claudine, the casual sister to chef Julien Royer's perennially packed French restaurant Odette. Taking over a 1930s chapel in Dempsey Hill, it serves quintessential French classics and heirloom family recipes, with standouts including a moreish vol-au-vent with dried morels, cockscomb, and chicken-mousse quenelles; there's also a steak tartare that's seasoned table-side. Tables at Rosemead-a modern Californian CBD restaurant by chef David Tang-also fill up fast: At the heart of the concept stands a multi-tiered orange- and lychee-wood grill where seasonal and (largely) homegrown ingredients are prepared for artfully plated dishes. Order any meat or fish-it's all great-and don't miss the brioche rolls lacquered with shiitake and bacon fat.

Innovative Indian restaurants are having a moment in Singapore, too. At the new Firangi Superstar, chef Raj Kumar serves up playful riffs on Indian classics ( prata waffles with Madras fried chicken, samosas with wagyu tartare and lime pickle aioli) against an antique-studded backdrop that wouldn't look out of place in a Wes Anderson movie. Over at Revolver, which opened late last year along the restaurant-packed Tras Street, young-gun chef Saurabh Udinia (who cut his teeth at Delhi's top table, Indian Accent) works a blazing grill and tandoor to char rock lobsters, Marga lamb chops, and barramundi to perfection and pairs them with Goan sambal, kulcha flatbread, or Indian pickles.

Within the Solarpunk-looking Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay, Australian chef Michael Wilson has opened Marguerite, where he serves up seven-course seasonal and cross-cultural tasting menus that could include finely plated custard of morel mushrooms and spring peas, or Chilean sea bass with pāua sea snails and passionfruit sabayon. Within the same gardens, Wilson also launched Hortus, where a shareable Mediterranean menu takes centre stage.

Other noteworthy newcomers include Small's, a test kitchen by restaurant kingpin Bjorn Shen serving a 'doughmakase' of bread sushi (it's a thing, apparently); KOAL, a pan-Asian seafood- and meat grill; NAE:UM, a contemporary Korean spot by Seoul-born chef Louis Han; and Rempapa, which draws on the wide range of Singapore's culinary influences with dishes rooted in Chinese, Peranakan, and Malay cuisine-reflecting the continuing regional internationality of this (finally) reopened city-state's food scene.

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From hotels to restaurants: The best new openings in Singapore

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The Lion City is officially dropping testing and quarantine requirements for vaccinated travellers this month Even though tourists have essentially been locked out of Singapore for almost two years, Singapore's hoteliers and restaurateurs didn't sit still: over the past two years, they've launched and revived heaps of new hotels and restaurants, from Chinatown to Little India.

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Experience Leopard Safari Just 30 Mins From Jaipur At CNT India

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Experience Leopard Safari Just 30 Mins From Jaipur At CNT India

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Heard about Amagarh Leopard Safari in India ? This reserve is also home to 250 species of birds and is not known much. Do visit this lepard safari and spot one with the best view in the safari. For more details read this article by CNT India.

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Safari enthusiasts, there's a new destination to add to your Jaipur must-see list. Set in the Aravallis, about 30 minutes from the city and from the airport, lies Amagarh Leopard Reserve. Sprawling across 1,524 hectares, the reserve is home to 16 leopards and 250 species of birds. A new safari experience launched this Monday by the Rajasthan state government will take you around for a chance to spot a wild cat or two.

How to visit Amagarh Leopard Reserve

The safaris are operated twice daily, from 5.30am to 8am and 4.45pm to 7.15pm, and will be available throughout the year. About 10 safari vehicles will be at hand, with a capacity of 120 people per day, as per reports.

Besides the leopard, keep your eyes peeled for hyenas, jackals, wild cats, foxes, civets, cats, nilgai, sambar and birds including peacocks, parakeets and woodpeckers. Amagarh is also home to an 18th-century fort built by Maharaja Jawai Singh II.

This is Rajasthan's third leopard safari after Jhalana and Jawai. The state has seen a recent spike in its leopard population: between January 2019 and August 2021, 35 leopard cubs were born. Currently, Jhalana, which spreads over 1,978 hectares, has 38 leopards and the space constraint is making sub-adult leopards move towards Amagarh and Lalberi forests.

The new reserve is in line with Project Leopard, an initiative launched by the state's forest department in 2018, to protect the big cat that was declared endangered under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
For bookings, contact 9929400009. A jeep that accommodates six people costs Rs6,000.

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You can now take a leopard safari just 30 mins from Jaipur

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Safari enthusiasts, there's a new destination to add to your Jaipur must-see list. Set in the Aravallis, about 30 minutes from the city and from the airport, lies Amagarh Leopard Reserve. Sprawling across 1,524 hectares, the reserve is home to 16 leopards and 250 species of birds.

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Best Ramen in Mumbai Recommended By City’s Top Foodies At CNT India

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Searching for best ramen in Mumbai? Here is the list of places to have best ramen in Mumbai suggested by top foodies in the city. Explore this article by CNT India to get more perfect suggestion on places to visit.

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Looking for the best ramen in Mumbai? Whether you're feeling a little gloomy or craving a delicious meal, you can always count on a bowl of ramen to brighten up the day. With K dramas and other Asian pop culture gaining popularity across India, ramen has become a hot favourite with city diners for more reasons than taste. Here's a look at the best ramen in Mumbai as recommended by the city's top tastemakers and food personalities.

Best ramen in Mumbai

Izumi, Bandra and Mizu, Khar West

" Izumi (Ground Floor, Sunrise Cooperative Society, Rd Number 24, Khar West) creates a total experience that pays respect to Japanese food culture. Chef Nooresha Kably's obsession with quality shines through in dishes layered with complexity and rooted in meticulously sourced ingredients (many of which are rare and difficult to find). This approach lends itself particularly well to ramen, a subject the chef is well-versed in (she trained at the International Ramen School in Yokohama). With multiple ramen styles to choose from, the broths are legit and downright delicious. This is 'THE' spot, no questions asked.
During my last visit to Mizu (Ground Floor, Ganga Jamuna Building 14th Road Pali, Khar West) I was impressed to see how much Chef Lakhan Jethani's cuisine has evolved over the years. I was inspired to see his dedication to Japanese cuisine and the way he incorporated the unique palette of ingredients into his menu. He has grown into Mizu's new home in Bandra, where he showcases the diversity and range of his cooking. Order a bowl of ramen, and the chef's skill reveals itself in the form of delicate, nuanced broth and perfectly springy noodles." Chef Alex Sanchez, chef-owner, Americano bombay.

"My favourites are seafood ramen from Izumi along with a side of the chicken gyoza and the sapporo pork ramen along with a side of the tsukune (japanese chicken meatball) and yakitori at Mizu. Both these establishments are founded and run by exceptional chefs who've done their training in Japan and you can see the attention to detail and quality shine through with the ingredients they use and the overall flavour depth of the ramens and other dishes on their menu." Ronak Rajani, founder, Mumbai Foodie

"My favourite ramen in the city has to be from Izumi. Their Miso/Chicken Tantamein, the paitan and the seafood ramen are my absolute favourites. Pro-tip: On request, they can skip the noodles in the ramen and swap for Napa cabbage which is just as delicious! I said what I said!" Karishma Dalal, owner, Bombay Salad Co.

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Best ramen in Mumbai, as per the city's top foodies

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Looking for the best ramen in Mumbai? Whether you're feeling a little gloomy or craving a delicious meal, you can always count on a bowl of ramen to brighten up the day. With K dramas and other Asian pop culture gaining popularity across India, ramen has become a hot favourite with city diners for more reasons than taste.

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Best Mountain Cafés Between Leh to Kalimpong At CNT India

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Best Mountain Cafés Between Leh to Kalimpong At CNT India

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Catch up for the perfect time in these best mountain cafes between Leh to Kalimpong. Here’s where Kareena Kapoor Khan, Suhana Khan, Tiger Shroff and Samantha Ruth Prabhu have been hanging out in the hills. Know in detail in this read by CNT India.

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Picture a film shoot in the desert of Rajasthan or a village in Haryana in searing 40-degree temperatures and revisit your envy about an actor's life. However, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tiger Shroff, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Suhana Khan have gotten lucky. Not only have they swapped the searing heat of the plains for the cool hill stations, they have also found the perfect hill cafes to hang out in. From Leh to Ooty, Kalimpong to Srinagar, here are the mountain cafés that the stars are loving.
From tiramisu to thukpa: here's what the stars are having at these cafés in the hills
Alchi Kitchen, Leh

This Ladakhi restaurant run by Nari Shakti Puraskar-winner Nilza Wangmo showcases the region's traditional food and ingredients. In the six years since it opened, the all-women run Alchi Kitchen has garnered enough of a reputation to make people travel 66kms from Leh to eat a meal here. This is perhaps the reason that Tiger Shroff, Kriti Sanon, Jackky Bhagnani, Rakul Preet and the rest of the crew of Ganapath landed up here recently after wrapping up a day's shoot. Following a leisurely meal of Tibetan delicacies, the entire crew also hung out with the staff and posed for pictures. Bollywood endorsement apart, the restaurant deserves its spotlight for preserving and promoting authentic Ladakhi cuisine in a place dominated by cookie-cutter momo-Maggi joints.

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Neena's Kitchen, Kalimpong

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Leh to Kalimpong: the mountain cafés the stars are loving this summer

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Picture a film shoot in the desert of Rajasthan or a village in Haryana in searing 40-degree temperatures and revisit your envy about an actor's life. However, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tiger Shroff, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Suhana Khan have gotten lucky.

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Best Kati Rolls in Kolkata Recommended by City’s Top Foodies At CNT India

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Searching for best Kati rools in Kolkata ? Here is the list of places to have kati rolls in Kolkata recommended by top foodies in the city. Explore this article by CNT India to get more perfect suggestion on where to get your fix of rolls in the city.

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Flaky parathas, succulent, spicy meat and onions-kati rolls may have just three elements, but it's enough for Kolkatans to swear by them. Named after the bamboo sticks (kathi) originally used to skewer and cook meat, kati rolls have been around since the British rule. Metal skewers have replaced the bamboo sticks, but the name stuck and kathi rolls still remain a street food favourite. Some like it slathered in sauces, while some like it with a dash of lime, whatever be the casy, the City of Joy has a roll that is made for you. We asked the city's foodies for their pick of Kolkata's best kati rolls.

Best kati rolls in Kolkata

Anamika Roll Centre, New Alipore; Kusum Rolls, Park Street; Sher-e-Punjab, Shakespeare Sarani

" Anamika rolls (Sahapur, New Alipore; call 8820061334 to order) are a childhood memory for me. Their rolls are very light and easy on the stomach. It's a lesser-known space in the city, literally a hole in the wall. Kusum Rolls (21, Park St, Taltala; order on or call 8274030009) and Sher-e-Punjab (7/1A, A.J.C. Bose Road, Near Kala Mandir, Theatre Road; order on or call 3322414232) are both iconic and need no introduction. My favourites are the egg roll from Kusum's and the paneer tikka roll from Sher-e-Punjab." Saloni Jhunjhunwala, The Salt House

Zeeshan Mughlai Restaurant, Park Circus; Campari, Gariahat

"You'll probably not hear about Zeeshan (9/A, Syed Amir Ali Ave, Park Circus, Ballygunge; order on or call 9748766338) as a roll recommendation but I love their rolls for the parathas especially. They make these extremely flaky, crisp parathas that have a hint of sweetness. It's a brilliant counterpoint to the spicy, hot stuffing and chicken. That's something that I love. There is another roll which I quite like and have grown up eating- Campari (155B, Rash Behari Ave, Dover Terrace, Ballygunge; order on or call 9874940570) in Gariahat. It might be a marginally healthier option because the parathas have very little oil. They are dry and light. They have a kebab-like stuffing and there's a rich, smokiness to the chicken. But the best thing that they do is their chicken cutlet. So, if you go there for a roll, you might as well get a chicken cutlet. Some of these places also make amazing mutton tikiya rolls, which is just so good. It's basically fried patties of minced meat. It's stewed for a long time in this gravy, and what the sellers do is that they take the tikiyas out of the gravy and wrap it in parathas along with onions.

Kusum Rolls and Hot Kati Roll, Park Street

"Over the years, the kati roll has gained so much popularity that it's hard to confine it to just one genre of food. It can be a quick lunch, a snack, a celebratory meal or a meal on the go. The versatility lies in the fact that it can be highly customised, everything is available and possible. Egg, egg-chicken, double egg-chicken, alu-anda, alu-cheese-every roll maker makes traditional rolls and has their own innovations too. In my opinion, the best roll is determined by not only the quality of the grilled meat, but also how crispy the paratha is. Everyone has their favourites but mine are Kusum Rolls and Hot Kati Roll (1, Park St, Dharmatala, Park Street area; order on or call 9007196639) on Park Street. The parathas are very flaky and crispy, and the kebabs are well done." Anindya Basu, food writer and food photographer

Nizam's, New Market Area; Arsalan Restaurant, Park Circus Area; Jai Hind Dhaba, Paddapukur; Kareem's, Park Street Area;

"In Kolkata, there are lots of different types of kati roll. If you are looking at the most popular one, that's definitely Nizam's (23 & 24, Hogg St, near Axis Bank Atm, New Market Area, Dharmatala, Taltala; order on or call 7044723222). Nizam's originally created the entire kebab roll scene. If you go beyond that, there is Abdul Khalique & Sons (27, Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road, New Market Area; call 8420423132 to order) which is good and there is a different style of roll at Campari. Campari is very well-known for their chicken roll. They make a Bangali-style roll, which means that the roll has a lighter and thinner paratha, with chicken that is less spiced. It's altogether lighter. One other place worth mentioning is Zeeshan. Zeeshan has been making kebab rolls for ages but their tikiya roll is seriously awesome. One more place that really works for me, surprisingly, is Arsalan (28, Circus Avenue, Near A.J.C. Bose Road Flyover, Park Circus Area; order on or call 9007007921). Most people ignore it but Arsalan actually makes really good rolls. When it comes to rumali roti rolls, there are 3 names that always stand out for me. Some of my favourites are Jai Hind Dhaba (41/1A, Sarat Bose Road, Paddapukur; order on or call 3324769033), Sharma Dhaba (17/1B, Ballygunge Circular Road, Near Ballygunge Maidan Camp; order on or call 3324763675) and Chaccha Jaan (5, Chowbhagha Road, CN Roy Road, Picnic Garden; order on or call 9883704943). They make what is known as the rumali roti kebab roll. It's a whole rumali roti wrapped over a kebab and served with mint chutney. This is a very heavy roll, but it's really great. For a slightly posh roll, I would say one of my favourites is this place called Kareem's (55 B, Mirza Ghalib Street, Park Street Area; order on or call 9007686300) which is in Park Street. The other really giant and heavy roll we have in Kolkata is Jabbrr Afghani's (Plot No. J 1/16, Shaila Tower, beside CCD, GP Block, Sector V, Bidhannagar; call 8017222225 to order) rolls, and that roll is really huge!" Poorna Banerjee, food writer

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Flaky parathas, succulent, spicy meat and onions-kati rolls may have just three elements, but it's enough for Kolkatans to swear by them. Named after the bamboo sticks (kathi) originally used to skewer and cook meat, kati rolls have been around since the British rule.

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Hotels With Best Night Service & Views To Experience At CNT India

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From night diving in Maldives to stargazing in Africa, experience the night come alive at these places across the world. Dep dive in this article by CNT India to get more better insights on places  with best service.

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From night diving in Maldives to stargazing in Africa, experience the night come alive at these places across the world

As beautiful as sunshine and bright days are, there's a distinct romance to the night. Enjoy the beauty of the stars and moonlight with your special someone with these night-time experiences at hotels across India and beyond.

Best night-time experiences

W, Maldives

Go snorkelling or diving at night with a special black-light torch to see biofluorescent marine life. Spend the day enjoying the pretty shores at the island property, and once night sets in, set out on the dive. The pitch darkness comes alive with the luminous creatures, and is sure to leave you spellbound. marriott.com

Rambagh Palace, Jaipur

Immerse yourself in the glory of Rajputana at the majestic Rambagh Palace. Embrace the romance of the night with the Hawa Mahal experience. Dinner begins with a shower of rose petals from traditionally dressed hostesses as you enter your private dining area. Your personal butler will bring you sparkling wine, followed by a curated meal from the royal kitchen. tajhotels.com

Conrad, Bengaluru

After a long day in the city, unwind at Tiamo, the hotel's al fresco restaurant. Grab a cabana by the pool to enjoy Bengaluru's cool night air with Mediterranean food and shimmering views of Ulsoor Lake. hilton.com

Grand Hyatt, Goa

Elevate your dinner with Grand Hyatt Goa's special FlyDining experience. Dine in the sky with panoramic views of the resort's sprawling lawns and the moonlit sea beyond. There's also live music to give your adventurous meal a background score. hyatt.com

The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa, Gulmarg

Bring alive your childhood fairy-tale dream of living in the hills at The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa. Head to the Chaikash Patio at sundown for a private couple's dinner set against the sprawling pine forests. If you want to make it even more special, consult with the chefs to curate a menu to your liking. khyberhotels.com

The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

In Agra, a city steeped in history and legacy, enjoy a romantic dinner under the stars. The Oberoi Amarvilas is inspired by Mughal architecture and you can enjoy looking out at its gardens as you dine by the pool. A personal butler will serve the four-course dinner, which can be the royal thali, selections from the hotel's international restaurant menus or a bespoke meal. oberoihotels.com

JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, Maldives

In the Maldivian language of Dhivehi, Malaafaiy is a feast eaten on traditional wooden dishes. Historically, fishermen's wives would pack food in round wooden boxes for their husbands to eat on the boat. At JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, enjoy a Malafaaiy dinner on the beach, of soups, meat and fish curries, rice, salads and coconut-infused desserts, with bodu beru drumming and singing. marriott.com

Great Plains Conservation

Get cosy under a duvet in a star bed at Great Plains Conservation's ol Donyo Lodge. Out in the African savannah, allow the beauty of the night to take over. Free of pollution or city lights, the clear night sky with stars glittering like diamonds is a sight to behold. greatplainsconservation.com

ITC Grand ,Goa

Complete your beach vacation with a romantic evening at The Royal Afghan, the property's restaurant which overlooks the pale sands of Arrosim beach. The cabanas at the restaurant are decorated with light drapes that sway over sea views. Enjoy charcoal-grilled delicacies, and later, walk along the shore and dip your toes in the water. itchotels.com

The Nautilus, Maldives

Enjoy a private screening on a secluded sandbank with your loved one at The Nautilus Maldives. Starry skies, gourmet snacks, drinks, a barbecue dinner, and beautiful night-time views as far as the eyes can see-it's the perfect date on the island. thenautilusmaldives.com

JA Manafaru, Maldives

Go on a night dive to watch the daytime reef inhabitants make way for their nocturnal counterparts. If you're lucky, you may catch sight of an eel slinking along in search of its dinner. jaresortshotels.com

Narendra Bhawan, Bikaner

Savour the delicious local cuisine with a view of the city's twilight sky. There's a live grill, gentle music, and soft candlelight to illuminate your romantic dining experience. Not to mention the deep-blue infinity pool beyond which the city of Bikaner twinkles in the moonlight. narendrabhawan.com

Soukya, Bengaluru

Soukya in Bengaluru is all about holistic health and wellness, with a range of natural therapies and systems of medicine on offer. Spend your day cycling around the property and at night, sign up for the Moon Meditation session to wind down. Calm your mind as you meditate under the light of the full moon and find the weight of the world slowly lifted off your shoulders. soukya.com

JW Marriott Hotel, New Delhi

Surprise your loved one with an evening in a cabana at JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity. Enjoy dinner and drinks, with a menu curated by internationally acclaimed chefs. The romantic setting surrounded by water bodies and lit by the dancing flames of mashaals might just make you forget the busy city outside. marriott.com

Rah Bagh, Srinagar

At the peak of summer, spending time in a pool is often all anyone can think of. At Rah Bagh, Srinagar, enjoy a dip in the pool or hot tub at sunset with your partner, and follow it up with a poolside feast under the starlit sky. As you savour grills and desserts, soak in the shimmering views of the Dal and Nigeen lakes, reflecting the city lights. rahbagh.com

Fairmont, Jaipur

Fairmont Jaipur's new restaurant, Zia, draws inspiration from Mughal grills and the classic American barbecue. The outdoor restaurant is located within a garden, making it great for an intimate date night. Savour grilled meats and fish as well as vegetarian dishes, with a range of delicious cocktails to accompany your meal. fairmont.com

Skyview By Empyrean, Jammu

If you're heading to the mountains, why waste the views and the weather by dining indoors? At Skyview by Empyrean at Patnitop in Jammu, enjoy a specially curated sundown meal in a gazebo, with a crackling bonfire to keep you warm. Watch the sun go down over the Himalayas and raise a toast to the beautiful surroundings. skyviewbyempyrean.com

Hyatt Regency, Dharamshala

The mystical Himalayan Dhauladhar range, the warm glow of an outdoor fire pit, the scent of cedar forests, gentle music, and delicious barbecue-this bespoke dining experience allows for privacy in nature. The menu uses fresh ingredients and features signature herbal drinks. If solace is what you're seeking in the mountains, find it here. hyatt.com

Alila Fort Bishangarh, Jaipur

Spend a night in the desert like a Rajput warrior, with Rajasthani food and folk performances. Alila Fort Bishangarh's Silver Nights experience lets you step into history, when warriors used to camp on these sands and enjoy delicious meals. Dig into kormas and kaliyans by the light of mashaals and let Jaipur's cool night breeze carry the folk songs of performers through the air. alilahotels.com

Double Tree By Hilton Goa, Panaji

Climb aboard a luxurious yacht and set sail on the beautiful Mandovi river at Doubletree by Hilton Goa - Panaji. Enjoy scenic sunset views and a delicious dinner buffet, with Goan specials like spicy fish curry, complemented by a kokum mimosa or feni margarita. hiltongoa.com

Hyatt Regency, Chandigarh

Hyatt Regency Chandigarh's newest restaurant, Shichang, brings you flavours from all over Asia. The restaurant is open only for dinner, and features a diverse menu with delicacies from China, Thailand, Japan and Indonesia. Get together for a wholesome dim sum dinner, or opt for tangy Thai curries or spicy Chinese gravies. hyatt.com

Ozen Reserve, Bolifushi

At fine-dining European restaurant Origine, refresh your palate with a selection of international wines, over equally rejuvenating views of the everchanging Maldivian blues. The resident sommelier at the restaurant's wine library, Cuvée, will make sure you have the best wines to go with your food. You can also make a special night of it by signing up for a private wine-pairing dinner with your partner. theozencollection.com

Samode Haveli, Jaipur

Enjoy dinner with a slice of history at Samode Haveli. Dine in a 200-year-old stepwell, lit with candles. The atmospheric space stands above four ancient wells. As the space is considered sacred, only vegetarian fare is served, either a thali or European fare. Guests can also request for live instrumental music to make it even more memorable. samode.com

Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi

Brunch typically rustles up images of sunshine and cocktails, but Shangri-La Eros, New Delhi is reimagining the meal by moonlight. Relish an eclectic Italian spread, bottomless drinks and lively music at its in-house restaurants Grappa and Sorrento. There's artisanal pasta, Neapolitan pizzas, a live grill station and specially curated desserts, along with a range of spirits and cocktails. shangri-la.com

Pullman, New Delhi Aerocity

The property's newly opened restaurant, Quoin Alfresco, is an outdoor space that is open 24x7. Step in for a midnight meal, and enjoy views of the lush gardens on both sides. There's a private bar with great cocktails and nibbles, perfect for a gathering with the people you love or on a date with yourself. pullmannewdelhi.com

The Park, Kolkata

The hotel curates an intimate and romantic dinner right on the terrace. Soak in the moonlit sky and views of the beautiful city at THE Park, Kolkata, over a delicious meal, all complemented by a glass of wine. By the end of the serene night, you'll be ready to do it all over again. Theparkhotels.com

Kahani Paradise, Gokarna

In the south of Gokarna, Kahani Paradise is spread across 20 acres of the Western Ghats, with scenic views of the sleepy temple town's pristine beaches and forests. Here, away from the din of tourists and far from the grind of everyday life, you can sip on sparkling wine and nibble on perfectly paired snacks in a picturesque hut overlooking the hills and the sparkling Arabian Sea. kahaniparadise.com

Wildflower Villas, Goa

Put your feet up and enjoy a cosy night in with a screening of your favourite movie in the comfort of your villa. If you're travelling with children, you can indulge them with some big-screen time in the garden while you sip on cocktails and enjoy the balmy air. wildflowergoa.com

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From night diving in Maldives to stargazing in Africa, experience the night come alive at these places across the world As beautiful as sunshine and bright days are, there's a distinct romance to the night. Enjoy the beauty of the stars and moonlight with your special someone with these night-time experiences at hotels across India and beyond.

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Best Boutique Hotel in Srinagar With Sufi Vibes & Nature Retreat At CNT India

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The city’s newest boutique hotel is an ode to the valley’s heritage. A seven-key property spread over three acres, the hotel is a nature retreat for those who want to experience mountain solitude with access to the city’s sights, a 40-minute drive away.

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CNT Exclusive: the city's newest boutique hotel is an ode to the valley's heritage

Four villas stand on a ridge backed by the green carpet of the Zabarwan Hills, overlooking the shimmering crescent of Dal Lake far below. Sitting in bed in my villa named after Habba Khatoon, the Sufi mystic and wife of the last emperor of Kashmir, I am flanked by windows that open out to sunset views of the Dal on one side, and an elevated panel that frames peaks lit by the rising sun on the other. Anchored between valley and peak, sky and lake, the sun and moon, Qayaam Gah has a mystical air by its setting alone.

A seven-key property spread over three acres, the hotel is a nature retreat for those who want to experience mountain solitude with access to the city 's sights, a 40-minute drive away. Built of cedar wood, glass and stone from Pandrethan and Manasbal, and made sumptuous with rugs, delicate deodar woodwork and freshly plucked flowers, Qayaam Gah exudes a sense of spaciousness and an easy indoor-outdoor flow.

While each villa has its own secluded view, the three suites rest on a lower terrace that looks out on the lake, and they can be interconnected for a family or group travelling together. An outdoor infinity pool, the deck Qalb (which means "spiritual heart") where live music is played by a local troupe at high tea, and a canopied pavilion for private dinners take in the 360° views. The panorama stretches from the Zabarwan Hills to the Pir Panjal and Shamasbari range to the middle Himalayas, and the play of light on the Dal at sunset and the suffused afterglow is mesmerising.

For a more intimate sundowner, lounge by the sunken fire pit beside an ornamental pool. The adjacent restaurant Ruh (or "soul") offers alfresco seating under fretwork eaves, while the indoor seating matches the panoramic windows with a khatamband ceiling, jali screens, bookshelves and a bukhari wood-burning stove Design lovers will appreciate the contemporary framing of Kashmiri craftsmanship, for instance, marrying the latticed pinjrakari wall panels that cast starry patterns of light on the floor with the solidness of stark black walls.

The medley of sensibilities extends to the table, where a basket of crisp Kashmiri breads served with creamy walnut and sweet radish chutneys can be followed by a shot of fresh apple juice and a pomegranate and cheese canape, garden-fresh salad, a nourishing bowl of chicken saffron broth and a plate of trout in lemon butter garlic sauce, and finished off with coconut rice and mango. That said, the famous traditional traami, or Kashmiri thali piled with rich preparations including kebab, rogan josh, yakhni, rista and goshtaba alongside homestyle, slow-cooked maaz ras (mutton soup) and haak saag (collard greens) is prepared by Tabassum, one of the hotel chefs who lives in the nearby village and learned the art of the Kashmiri wazwan from her uncle who worked as a waza (cook).

The produce is local, with sweet cherries and crisp rocket leaves from the garden, and poultry and eggs from the village where their cows are tended. The focus on sustainable luxury extends to the Kama Ayurveda bath amenities in refilled ceramic jars, and the cherry, plum, apple and pear orchards that are lush with wildflowers rather than exotic plants.

Surrounded by such natural and cultural bounty, there's a lot to do around the property. With local guide Nisar Malik, we stop at the nearby shrine of the Sufi saint believed to have blessed the village with natural spring water, which also channels to the resort's heated infinity pool and bath tubs. In a few hours around the Old City, we take in the tangled weave of monuments and buildings, the bakeries and bazaars, the ghats and crafts that speak of Srinagar's layered past. My favourite experience is a lavish picnic in the Dara mountains, sprawled on gorgeously embroidered rugs by an ice-cold stream over a lunch of trout that had been prepared the night before, shallow-fried and boiled in a delicious paste of spices and sun-dried tomatoes.

One early morning in my villa, I am startled by the deep and reverberating call of a hangul-it's the closest I'll come to the critically endangered Kashmiri stag whose last resort is the nearby Dachigam National Park. Qayaam Gah offers a variety of walks, from a seven-hour trek up into Dachigam to a contemplative stroll around led by the yoga teacher. Archana Shekhar, trained in the Bihar School of Hatha Yoga, helps me empty my mind and open up to my calming surrounds during a meditation session, and leaves me with food for thought: "I'm from Jharkhand," she says, "and I want people to know that Kashmir is different from what is portrayed in India. They don't see any religious differences here, everyone is welcome."

Perhaps it is this ease with faith that led Altaf Chapri to draw on Sufism to build Qayaam Gah in Srinagar, as he drew on Shaivism to construct Neeleshwar Hermitage in the Kerala temple town of Nileshwaram. "Kashmir had been an example of communal harmony," he observes, as Nisar elaborates, "In the cosmos, there are no barriers, the only barriers are down here. Whosoever is a Sufi is a traveller in his heart. Sufism is about the inner heart. All the rituals take you on an inner journey where the end is knowing yourself and your relationship with God. We are all from the same source."

Qayaam signifies the highest mystical state in Sufism, Altaf explains, the next level after "sukoon" or unshakeable peace. It is no coincidence that the resort is sister to a grand restored houseboat on the Dal that's named Sukoon. If Sukoon embodies the feminine essence of a richly decorated vessel on the lake, Qayaam is the masculine counterpart with its dark colours, solid shapes and clean lines against the rugged peaks. The details appear at a closer look-like the black wall behind the reception desk that beautifully echoes the Kaaba-and the retreat offers a five-day journey for those who want a mystical deep-dive. Even for those who don't come seeking, a casual weekend can leave a traveller feeling tranquil.

Qayaam Gah Astanpura Village, Brein, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir 191121. Website. Doubles from Rs50,000 for a suite and Rs58,000 for a villa for a two-night minimum stay, inclusive of airport transfers, all meals, morning yoga and a guided hike with a picnic lunch in the hills.

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10 Best Hotels in Iceland To Stay At CNT India

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Catch up with ten best hotels in Iceland to stay. Check out the one you would love to book for your perfect staycation in Iceland with a perfect view you want during your stay. Explore this article by CNT India to get more better insights on places.

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It's no secret by now that Iceland is one of the world's greatest destinations. First-time visitors drive jaws agape around the ring road, marvelling at the primal landscapes being moulded in front of their eyes, ancient to us but younger than most other countries on Earth. Repeat visitors delve into the hidden corners of the country, immersing themselves in the small towns that cling to precarious coastlines, undertaking epic multi-day treks, and discovering that every fjord, valley, and mountain heath holds something wonderous.

What is universal for everyone visiting this far-flung island in the North Atlantic is the feeling of awe that journeys through the country bring about. With such drama and adventure on the outside, the hotels sprinkled across the country are suitably relaxed and luxurious, offering peaceful refuges from the elements. From cushy country lodges to sophisticated Scandinavian hideaways, these are the best hotels in Iceland.

This story was first published in Conde Nast Traveller UK.

Kvosin Downtown Hotel

Located inside a historic building in the middle of downtown Reykjavik, Kvosin Hotel is a charismatic boutique property with fantastic apartment suites. It's a hotel that hits all the boxes for an extended stay in Reykjavik: a blend of urban and Nordic style, helpful staff, and a fantastic central location. The typical Icelandic building is over 100 years old, a grand old place in keeping with its note-worthy neighbours such as the Icelandic Parliament, City Hall, and the old cathedral.

Inside, Kvosin is another story altogether, taking inspiration from a more modern-day Reykjavik. The renovated interiors are updated and modish, providing a comfortable home base from which to explore the capital. Ducking outside the hotel, within minutes you can be sipping on a local craft beer, catching a live gig, or enjoying a leisurely stroll around the city's central pond, Tjörnin. Stumbling home after experiencing Reykjavik's feisty nightlife, you'll find the rooms welcoming and fashionable, with swanky leather chairs, sleek kitchenettes, and handsome desks for journaling.
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It's no secret by now that Iceland is one of the world's greatest destinations. First-time visitors drive jaws agape around the ring road, marvelling at the primal landscapes being moulded in front of their eyes, ancient to us but younger than most other countries on Earth.

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Best Nikkei Cuisine in Pune At Kalyani Nagar: Soy Como Soy At CNT India

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Best Nikkei Cuisine in Pune At Kalyani Nagar: Soy Como Soy At CNT India

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Here is a new mandatory visit for Nikkei cuisine lovers at new Kalyani Nagar restaurant - Soy Como Soy in Pune. It is now open for all the foodies around loving Nikkei cuisine. Explore this article by CNT India to get more better suggestions.

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Peruvian pisco sours with Japanese cherry blossoms pair well with the ceviches at this restaurant, which opens this week

While Pune is home to some excellent sushi places including Gong, Ukiyo and Koji, foodies in the city are in for yet another treat. Manpreet Uppal and Sandy Singh of Iceberg Hospitality, the company that owns and runs Prem's, Swig, Kinki and Euriska are all set to give Pune what could perhaps be the city's first full-blown taste of Nikkei cuisine-an interesting mix of Peruvian ingredients cooked using Japanese techniques.

Soy Como Soy, Pune

With influences from European colonisers, as well as African and Asian migrants, Peruvian food encompasses a range of flavours. However, It is the harmonious blend of Japanese and Peruvian culinary traditions that has sparked a global interest among chefs, restaurateurs and diners. Over the last few years, Nikkei cuisine has made its presence felt across culinary capitals in Europe and America, apart from Brazil and Peru itself. Food historians describe it as not so much a fusion but a distinct cultural cuisine, developed over generations. In fact, Nobu Matsuhisa, the chef behind Nobu-one of the world's most successful fine dining chains-is an ambassador for Nikkei cuisine.

Tucked away in a quiet corner in Kalyani Nagar, Soy Como Soy has an easy vibe to it. The mood created by the soft, lime green interiors match the flavours of the tangy Pisco Sour perfectly. The wooden tables, the Aztec patterned cushioned backrests, the off-white ribbons that cover the roof and the fairy lights bring a desirable and inviting warmth to the place. The Spanish phrase 'Soy Como Soy' translates to 'I am what I am'. The word 'soy' itself has two meanings: it can mean I/me/myself in Spanish, or the core ingredient in Asian cuisine.

"During the lockdown, my lawyer wife Richa Choudhary indulged herself in the kitchen and tried her hand at dishes like the 'ceviche', which she hadn't attempted at home earlier. We fell in love with the flavours and post the pandemic, when we were thinking of what our new venture should be, Peruvian food was on the top of our list. Nikkei cuisine has become a rage the world over but no one was serving it in Pune," Singh tells us.

The Soy Como Soy bar menu features interesting craft cocktails, and has been conceptualised by Drinks India Company, the consulting firm helmed by Yangdup Lama, the whiz behind some of the most awarded bars in the country including Sidecar in New Delhi.

The Como Sours are the first to catch our attention. Pisco, the staple drink of Peru, finds itself blended with Japanese flavours. Then there are the Chilcanos and sweet Peruvian sugar snap peas paired with Japanese saké, in what is called the Saké Snap. We pick the Pisco Sour and order the one with lavender and fresh blueberry. It's subtle and slightly sweet, just the way we like it. If you don't like your cocktails sweet, pick the Sakura Pisco Sour with Japanese cherry blossoms or the one with fuji apple and smoked galangal.

"Not many are aware of the cuisine. While there is curiosity amongst diners, we still have to explain the menu even to most foodies," Singh says as we sip our second cocktail for the evening, the Bar-BQ, smoked Bourbon with sweet vermouth and barbecue bitters.

The kitchen is helmed by chef Rohit Vishnani, a graduate from IIHM, Pune, who gained his experience in Pan Asian cuisine while working at a Vietnamese Restaurant in Colorado, and Sumair Singh, who graduated from New York's Culinary Institute of America and worked under chefs like Daniel Boulud. As we glance through the menu, we are tempted to try versions of both the ceviches and sushi. The Japanese and Peruvian cultures share their love for fresh fish and we are delighted to find out that the Soy Como Soy cold bar does absolute justice to this fact.

The first to arrive at our table is the hamachi ceviche, with house-smoked hamachi fish and young coconut, and it's delicious. There's the beetroot carpaccio with the chef's secret sauce, which brings us new found love for the red root vegetable. Our favourite though is the salmon tiradito cooked with jalapeno, cilantro and the Nikkei yuzu soy. "Nikkei food uses sesame and yuzu-based sauces. Yuzu is usually tart and tangy and used to cut strong, pungent or spicy flavours and create a balance," chef Sumer Singh tells us.

Before the Japanese arrived in Peru, chefs would marinate fish for hours, often overnight. It is the Japanese immigrants who are believed to have taught Peruvians to treat raw fish more simply, and cure it with lemon just seconds before plating.

After the ceviche, the fresh and light baby spinach, truffle and parmesan salad with yuzu dressing is one of our favourite things on the menu and we recommend it highly, especially in this weather. From the sushi menu, we try the delicately flavoured ebi tempura blue pea flower sushi and the familiar truffle bomb with asparagus, spinach and avacado, both delicious. The dim sums are another highlight on the menu. Try the carrot and cream cheese with spiced panko, the gyoza with leek, truffle and cheese, or the kosho with jalapeno and chicken. You can also get the lomo saltado-Peruvian stir fry buff with pisco and toasted bao, the miso ramen with pickled egg and fish cake or skip them all for the delightful light, melon curry with vegetables and sticky rice.

Just as we scoop the last morsel of the fragrant curry, Singh walks up to us asking if we are alright as he fears that we may have slipped into a food coma. "Not without dessert," he says quickly, while we are barely able to nod. We are tempted by the fluffy Japanese cheesecake but Pune's summer makes us opt for the refreshingly cool kiwi sorbet with coconut cream and matcha meringue. Pleasant, light and flavourful, just like our evening.
Soy Como Soy, near Royal Orchid Golden suites, opposite Marigold, Kalyani Nagar; Contact: 9529378565; Meal for two Rs3,000 (with cocktails)

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Peruvian pisco sours with Japanese cherry blossoms pair well with the ceviches at this restaurant, which opens this week While Pune is home to some excellent sushi places including Gong, Ukiyo and Koji, foodies in the city are in for yet another treat.

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World’s Longest Glass-Bottom Bridge At CNT India

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Can you cross this world’s longest glass-bottom bridge in Vietnam ? The 2000ft glass-bottom bach long bridge could soon hold a Guinness World Record for its structure. Explore this article by CNT India to get more better insights on this interesting place.

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Vietnam is known for many things-beautiful temples, delicious food, sprawling rice terraces and its serene coastline. Now, there's a brand new tourist attraction in the Southeast Asian country that lets you soak in amazing views, along with a major rush of adrenaline. The Bach Long bridge in the Son La province of Vietnam is said to be the world's longest glass-bottomed bridge-officials from the Guinness World Records will be verifying the claim soon.

Bach Long translates to "white dragon" and stretches about 2,000 feet between two mountains. The province is the third-largest in Vietnam, and is home to some of the most beautiful flower valleys and misty peaks in the country. The pedestrian bridge overlooks the lush green valley below and is made with three layers of French-produced tempered glass.

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Would you dare cross the world's longest glass-bottom bridge?

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Vietnam is known for many things-beautiful temples, delicious food, sprawling rice terraces and its serene coastline. Now, there's a brand new tourist attraction in the Southeast Asian country that lets you soak in amazing views, along with a major rush of adrenaline.

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Must-Visit Place in Mumbai: New Supper Theatre Experience At CNT India

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Must-Visit Place in Mumbai: New Supper Theatre Experience At CNT India

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New thing to do in Mumbai - Visit Mumbai’s new Supper Theatre experience. Enjoy four short plays that revolve around food, paired with a tasting menu adding a new experience in your routine. Explore this article by CNT India to get more better idea about new things.

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Food is a passion for Amey Mehta. "I dream about food. All my conversations with my friends are about food." And so, the first-time producer is launching a theatre company with a series of one-act plays that revolve around food, and are accompanied by food. "The stories are not connected, but the common thread is food," says Mehta.

His production company, Sunny Side Up Productions, will host its first ticketed event in Mumbai later this month. Each performance takes place at a restaurant, and is a collaboration with the chef, as much as it is a theatre production. The first one, called 'Food Stories', takes place at Sassy Spoon, Nariman Point. It consists of four short plays written by Asif Ali Beg, Tahira Nath, Vikrant Dhote and Vidyuth Gargi. The plays cover varied topics, including the relationship between a woman and her nutritionist, and a graveyard visit to a dead friend, each with a culinary link to the story. The brief given to each writer was: "the stories shouldn't be based on food but they should revolve around it."

The theatre producer says he wants the food to be linked to what is on stage, but not a literal inspiration. "At a restaurant, people are there to have a great time. The moment you, as an actor, crack a joke, they laugh. They're looking for lighter moments, they're looking for great characters or fun characters who they can relate to."

Mehta, who is also an actor, teacher, and dancer, has directed and co-written One Night Only, and also a children's play With Birbal its Possible. With his new venture, he wanted to experiment with new forms of theatre-outside of traditional auditoriums. "Whenever I have performed in a restaurant, be it Mustard or Café Zoe or Club Patio in Gurugram or other cities, people come to watch. But once it's over, they leave and go to another place, generally to eat." Since he had experienced supper theatre before, he was inspired to see how he could make the format with his debut. The play is timed to end after the audience is finished with a filling four-course meal.

He hopes that when the play ends, the diners, "interact with the actors, talk to them and break that wall as opposed to going back to the changing room." The goal is "to completely merge theatre, food, community."

Mehta's hope for the future is to tour around India, and travel from Mumbai to Pune, and from Delhi to Lucknow. "I know this has potential because everybody loves food."
Tickets for the Food Stories debut performance at The Sassy Spoon, Nariman Point, on 22 May are available on BookMyShow.com for Rs3,499. A performance is scheduled for 26 May at Ishaara, Lower Parel.

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Mumbai's got a new supper theatre experience

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Food is a passion for Amey Mehta. "I dream about food. All my conversations with my friends are about food." And so, the first-time producer is launching a theatre company with a series of one-act plays that revolve around food, and are accompanied by food.

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Best idlis in Bengaluru City Suggested By Top Foodies At CNT India

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Best idlis in Bengaluru City Suggested By Top Foodies At CNT India

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Searching for best south India food in Bengaluru - softest idlis ? Here is the list of places to have best idlis in Bengaluru suggested by top foodies in the city. Explore this article by CNT India to get more better insights on places.

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Where to get your fix of Bengaluru's softest idlis

There's no denying that Bengaluru is obsessed with idlis. Despite the number of global cuisine restaurants popping up in the city, the familiar comfort food never loses its charm. Bengaluru has some of the oldest and most iconic eateries that have stood the test of time. We spoke to several tastemakers to get their recommendations on the best idlis in the city.

Best idlis in Bengaluru

Brahmin's Coffee Bar, Basavanagudi, and Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR)

"My first pick is the amazingly soft, steaming rice idlis, served with a signature coconut coriander chutney at Brahmin's Coffee Bar (Ranga Rao Rd, Near Shankar Mutt, Shankarapura, Bengaluru. Order on Zomato or call 9845030234). This Bengaluru idli has a rather unusual grainy texture because of the use of rice rava in the idli batter. That being said, the rava idli is said to have been invented by Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR) (multiple outposts in HSR layout, Lal Bagh Road, HRBR Layout, etc), an iconic Bengaluru restaurant, during World War II. There was a huge scarcity of rice and rice products during the war, so they used semolina to make their staple idli. It became so popular that it found its own place on the menu thereafter. It is served with a splash of ghee and coriander coconut green chutney with a side of potato sagu." Regi Matthew, culinary director & co-owner, Kappa Chakka Kandhari.

Umesh Dosa Point, Seshadripuram

"The Idli at Umesh (21, 1st Main Rd, 4th Block, Kumara Park West, Seshadripuram, Bengaluru. Order on Zomato or call 9945621414) is like a dream come true; it is light like a cushion and porous enough to hold the chutney. I cannot stop eating their idli. It is that light. Another good place to enjoy such soft idlis is Brahmin's Coffee Bar." Rahul Sharma, head chef, Araku Café.

IDC Kitchen and Taaza Thindi, Jayanagar

"IDC (multiple outposts in Koramangala, Residency Road, Gandhi Nagar, etc) is my go-to place in Bengaluru to have thatte idli accompanied by a delicious sambhar. Thanks to their multiple outlets, now I can access them from various parts of the city. Their idlis are soft, fluffy and very tasty! Every idli fan in Bangalore knows Taaza Thindi (1004, 26th Main Rd, 4th T Block East, Jayanagar 9th Block, Jayanagar. Order on Zomato or call 8040912277). The simplicity of the food draws me here. The idli here can be enjoyed by itself." Saby Gorai, culinary director, BYG Ventures.

" Taaza Thindi is a bit of a trek since I live far away, but the idlis are worth every step. You stand in a line but none of it feels painful, because those soft idlis are too delicious to pass up." Somanna Muthanna, co-founder and CEO, The Soul Company.

Om Sai Skanda Dosa Camp and Sendhoor Coffee

" Om Sai Skanda Camp (multiple outposts in Ulsoor, Cambridge layout , Indira Nagar, etc) serves one of the meanest thatte idlis in town. It's a great place to go to for an evening cup of hot coffee and idli. Sendhoor Coffee (multiple outposts in Indira Nagar, Koramangala, Kamanalli, etc) is yet another classic in Cambridge Layout, this place packs a double punch with an epic idli and some great coffee too." Somanna Muthanna, Co-founder and CEO, The Soul Company.

Veena Stores, Malleswaram

"The softest, fluffiest idlis are without a doubt found at Veena Stores (183, Margosa Rd, Malleswaram, Bengaluru. Order on Zomato, Swiggy or call 8023344838 or 9663405715), but I have a soft spot for the benne idlis from a street cart on Racecourse Road. What's better than steaming, soft idlis drenched in ghee?" Anisha Goyal, Co-founder and Director, Goya Media.

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Best idlis in Bengaluru, as picked by the city's top foodies

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Where to get your fix of Bengaluru's softest idlis There's no denying that Bengaluru is obsessed with idlis. Despite the number of global cuisine restaurants popping up in the city, the familiar comfort food never loses its charm. Bengaluru has some of the oldest and most iconic eateries that have stood the test of time.

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Kodaikanal Tour Guide: Know Best Places To Stay, Explore & Eat At CNT India

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Kodaikanal Tour Guide: Know Best Places To Stay, Explore & Eat At CNT India

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Refer this perfect Kodaikanal tour guide & know about the best places to explore, stay and eat. Get to know about lesser-known places to be explored in you tour. Explore this article by CNT India to get more better insights on places.

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There's a point on Kodaikanal's 10-Mile Road from where you can keep driving towards popular photo spots like Guna Caves and Pillar Rocks or take a U-turn. Most road-trippers never did; the pandemic changed all that. Local authorities blocked access to Kodaikanal's tourist hotspots, as part of COVID protocol, and suddenly that underexplored detour came into the picture. That U-turn leads to Poombarai, a village 50 minutes away from Kodaikanal lake, the very heart of this popular hill destination in Tamil Nadu. Poombarai's mix of sweeping valley views, terraced cultivations, a historic temple, and access to scenic spots like Kookal lake were first discovered by Tamil Nadu 's digital influencers. Now it's on Kodai's tourist radar.

What to see and do in and around Poombarai

If there's one place you need to bring your drone cam, it's Poombarai. This village is all about its views and stunning terraced landscapes. The views get better as you approach the village. You'll find tiny cafes and tea stalls that offer the perfect panorama shot. Most of these stalls didn't exist before 2020; I wrote the 'Scenic Photo Spot' sign for one of the tea stall owners who felt an English signboard would help him attract more visitors. There are multiple spots along the road where you can snap views of Poombarai village. Get there before these old homes with tiled roofs make way for modern constructions and large signboards that have already started to dot the landscape.

The Kuzhanthai Velappar temple is steeped in legends that go back 3,000 years. The shrine is dedicated to Lord Muruga/Karthik in an infant form, who is seen holding his traditional weapon-the spear. The original temple was believed to have been built by the Chera dynasty. You will find Poombarai's garlic market just outside the temple. The malai poondu (hill garlic) from Poombarai is treasured for its flavour and medicinal value. Poombarai's garlic stall owners have also perfected their sorting and selling act for the cameras.

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Beyond Kodaikanal: what to do, eat and see in and around Poombarai

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There's a point on Kodaikanal's 10-Mile Road from where you can keep driving towards popular photo spots like Guna Caves and Pillar Rocks or take a U-turn. Most road-trippers never did; the pandemic changed all that. Local authorities blocked access to Kodaikanal's tourist hotspots, as part of COVID protocol, and suddenly that underexplored detour came into the picture.

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Best Dosas in Bengaluru City Suggested By Top Foodies At CNT India

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Searching for best south India food in Bengaluru - especially dosas? Here is the list of places to have best dosas in Bengaluru suggested by top foodies in the city. Explore this article by CNT India to get more better insights on places.

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Best dosas in Bengaluru, as picked by the city’s top foodies

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Try India’s New Vinyl & Craft Beer Bar At CNT India

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Try India’s New Vinyl & Craft Beer Bar At CNT India

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Did you try tasting the India’s new vinyl from craft beer bar in Bengaluru ? Discover the new atmosphere inside the Record Room having several craft beers on tap with Toit and Geist. Get to know more about beers in this read by CNT India.

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Inside Record Room, India's new vinyl and craft beer bar

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About three years ago, Nakul Bhonsle, founder of Pune-based craft brewery Great State Aleworks, met the founders of Bengaluru's URU BrewPark, Karthik Chandrasekaran and Akshar Halgali, at a beer-brewing session. Chandrasekaran, who has an enviable vinyl collection from his days "deejaying on turntables while in the US" found a fellow vinyl-head in Bhonsle, and ended up "showing Nakul the moodboard for a vinyl bar I had saved on my laptop".

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Mussoorie Tour Guide: Know Best Places To Stay, Explore & Eat At CNT India

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Refer this perfect Mussoorie tour guide & know about the best places to explore, stay and eat. Get to know peak things not to be missed in you tour and enjoy your tour capturing the perfect memories reading this article by CNT India.

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Take a walk, admire the rhododendrons and hope for a chance collision with Ruskin Bond at this little hill town in Uttarakhand

Landour, Mussoorie's quieter and prettier suburb, owes its existence to a homesick Irishman. Captain Young, an officer in charge of the very first Gurkha battalion, chanced upon this spot during a hunting trip. The fine alpine weather, the towering oaks and the hills reminded him of his home in Mullingar, Ireland. And spurred by this memory, he built a house that he aptly christened Mullingar. This was in 1823. Four years later, the British established a convalescent depot for soldiers, turning Landour into a cantonment town of sorts, albeit with a garrison that was not quite fit for battle. Many died of their ailments and cemeteries and churches were built to offer a ceremonial send-off. Sister's Bazaar (which is the main market area of Landour today) was where the nurses lived.

Back then, Mussoorie and Landour were separate entities with clear identities. Mussoorie grew as a place of revelry with breweries, restaurants and grand hotels, while Landour remained a sanatorium town where silence was respected, walks were prescribed and preferred and life meandered at a slow and steady pace.

Today, Landour and Mussoorie form a single contiguous entity. Yet, the steep 3.5km climb leaves the bustle of Mussorie's Mall Road far behind and portals visitors into another world where time travels differently. Thanks to restrictions on construction and citizen initiatives, the place retains its quietude. A handful of establishments exist to service tourists and residents. There isn't much to do and even fewer boxes to check off. Yet, for those who stop to stare, there is plenty to see. Centuries-old deodars still stand tall protecting the ruined graves in a cemetery; rhododendrons usher in a red spring and the call of the brown-headed barbet provides the music to your walks.

What to see in Landour

The Chukker Trail, a 3-km walk that loops around Landour is the perfect way to discover the sights, smells and sounds of this little town. For those who walk off the main road, into one of the many paths trailing down the hills, there always lurks the possibility of colliding with a delicious ghost story or Ruskin Bond, the town's most famous celebrity, in the flesh.

There are wafting aromas of pakoras being fried at one of the four shops at Landour's Char Dukan, a cluster of four shops set up to service the early British arrivals in the 1800s. Today, they have expanded/split into six, but since these are owned by the same families, the name still holds. Selling an assortment of chips, cigarettes and quick snacks that have become hill staples: think ginger, lemon honey tea, omelettes stuffed into soft buns, Maggi, pancakes, cheese toasties and pakoras-char dukan is the tourist hotspot of Landour.

Just at the corner from Char Dukan is the 150-year-old St Paul's Church which still has a slot for rifles at the pews so that the British officers could find spiritual succour without losing their fortitude. A newly opened cafe across the road, a State Bank of India branch and a small little garden with benches, make this the bustling centre of town. This is also the spot where the langurs of Landour make off with unattended sandwiches and other edibles carried by better-paying customers.

Less than a minute from here, the hubbub fades and a friendly mountain dog is likely to pick up pace with you. Look out for the clever little tree boards of Landour, placed by its residents like the sign outside actor Victor Banerjee's home that says "Beware: rabid thespian", an insight into the reclusive eccentric who chose to move right next to a graveyard. Other trees showcase tips on how to be a good traveller with some mirth as well as everyday aphorisms on the merits of Wordsworthian leisure.

Located at 7,500 feet, the Chukker trail is the highest point in Mussoorie, however, the climbing is mostly done by the time you enter the town, for the path is a gentle walk with nary an uphill spiral. However, for those who want to take a break along the way, ​​there are strategically perched hawa ghars or wind houses where one can pause to chat with a neighbour, enjoy the gentle summer breeze, take in the views and simply watch the world go by.

A gnarled chestnut tree, the slow mourning sound of the wind and a giant lych gate show the way to The Landour Cemetery. This resting place of British officers who died from cholera or consumption far away from their homes offers context for these ghost stories and their predominantly British lineage. For those who have read enough Ruskin Bond, there always lurks the possibility of colliding with a delicious ghost, like that of 19th-century British adventurer Pahari Wilson, his wife Gulabi or Captain Young, the original settler of Landour. If, by happy chance, the caretaker Shanta or her son is willing, they will open the gate and show you around. The wealthier are interred in a gated enclave of graves while the less fortunate rest on the slopes below.

For those less inclined towards otherworldly stories, there is the possibility of cake, coffee and a view for a quick jaunt down the road that passes Lal Tibba, a spectacular vantage point, cleverly monetised by a cafe that controls the access. A ruined estate behind the cafe actually offers the best view of the valley and surrounding hills, but errant trespassers are shooed away by the diligent caretaker. Further down the road is the Sister's Bazaar-Landour's main shopping centre with a grand total of three shops including Landour Bakehouse and Prakash's General Stores.

Restaurants in Landour

Though limited, eating options in Landour cover a gamut from simple Maggi to fine European patisserie. Anil's Cafe (9259572558) at Char Dukan is one of the favourites as attested by locals and regular visitors and his melty cheese toasts and sinful Nutella pancakes are perfect for a rainy day.

Landour Bakehouse (0135-2635605) in Sisters' Bazaar-a cluster of three shops named after the British nurses who lived here-is one of Landour's most Instagrammed spots. Stop by for coffee and their decadent tiramisu. And while you are waiting in the queue for a table (as is often the case on weekends), browse through their collection of books on Mussoorie by its resident writers including Bond, Saili and Stephen Alter. And if you are food lover, we would recommend getting your hands on the delightful Landour Cookbook: Over a Hundred Years of Hillside Cooking by Ruskin Bond packed with tips, anecdotes, and eclectic Anglo-Indian recipes by residents past and present.

Next door is the town's general store A. Prakash and Co (0135-2632544). Dating back to 1928, the shop is famous for its fresh fruit jams, chutneys, peanut butter and cheese. Ruskin Bond famously said, "If you don't get it at Prakash, it is likely you don't need it and the adage was put up on a sign outside the shop. Their aged cheddar, edam and gouda are worth stocking up as is the creamy peanut butter. You can also try a taste of Prakash's cheese on the salads, pizzas and pastas at Devdar Woods (9871705679), a charming hotel and restaurant which is also owned by the family.

Doma's Inn with its moody Wong Kar-wai interiors is a perfect pitstop after a day of walking around Landour's trails. Pick from an extensive selection of momos and Tibetan classics like thukpa and shabhaley made to perfection under owner Tsering's eagle eyes. The petite lady is a formidable presence in her establishment and one who ensures that both the food and footfall remain constant.

For something more European make your way to Lotte's Homebaked Goods & Cafe (7454812887). Run by Dutch expat Lotte Kapur, the cafe serves specialties from her home country including Dutch pancakes, shortbread as well as excellent hand-roasted coffee (Kapur is one of the people behind Landour Coffee, a brand that is rooted in these hills).

Settle down for a meal with the family at Emily's at Rokeby Manor. The charming restaurant with it teakwood floors and expansive windows offers a well-curated selection of Indian and Continental offerings including kebabs, English roasts and an expansive breakfast menu.

Where to stay in and around Landour

La Villa Bethany (doubles from Rs12,500) is a charming B&B run by Sunita Kudle and her husband Amarjeet in what used to be a 19th-Century British missionary house. The lovingly restored property has 7 rooms, three giant Pahadi dogs, a little library, and a dining room where all the guests eat together and discuss their day spent with birds, trees, or humans.

Just across the road is Rokeby Manor (doubles from Rs9,500), a hotel intrinsically connected to Pahari Wilson, one of the legends of Landour. This heritage hotel is one of the town's "24 makaans" built in 1840 by a Captain GN Cauthy and then owned by ​​Frederick 'Pahari' Wilson. This British adventurer, spy and self-styled Maharaja of Harsil was also the man who introduced apples and rajma to the region. He is believed to have retired to this sprawling estate after he suffered from a terrible attack of gout. Like all the buildings in these parts, Rokeby also carries its history even though its current avatar is that of a mountain resort with cozy fireplaces, vintage furniture and a jacuzzi to unwind in.

It's hard to talk about hotels in these parts and not bring up The Savoy. Although located bang in the middle of town, the short drive up from Mussorie's Mall to the hotel transports the visitor to another era. The English traveller Lowell Thomas had visited in 1926 and written, "There is a hotel in Mussoorie (The Savoy) where they ring a bell just before dawn so that the pious may say their prayers and the impious get back to their own beds." Right from its inception in 1838, the hotel has been the epicentre of the town's social life, soirees and historical trysts. It has had its fair share of Bollywood fame over the decades featuring in several films right from Teesri Manzil in the 1960s to this year's box-office topper, The Kashmir Files. The Savoy has hosted events like the Indo-Afghan conference and more illustrious guests (including Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Dalai Lama) than there is space on its walls to record. In 2013, it was reopened as ​​the Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels, The Savoy, Mussoorie (doubles from Rs26,000), keeping the best parts of its history and heritage intact, including a pair of 250-year-old deodar oaks in its gardens that predate the town itself.

How to get to Landour

There are direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru to Dehradun's Jolly Grant International Airport. Landour is 64km away.

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Beyond Mussoorie: What to see, eat and do in Landour

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Take a walk, admire the rhododendrons and hope for a chance collision with Ruskin Bond at this little hill town in Uttarakhand Landour, Mussoorie's quieter and prettier suburb, owes its existence to a homesick Irishman. Captain Young, an officer in charge of the very first Gurkha battalion, chanced upon this spot during a hunting trip.

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Best Places to Stay in Darjeeling At CNT India

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Planning to Visit Darjeeling? Enjoy your cosy homestays and luxury retreats in Darjeeling with mesmerizing views. Select the hotel that suits your budget for your perfect staycation. Glance at the article to know more information by CNT India.

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When in Darjeeling, the smell of tea and the views of the mountains will never leave your side. If you're looking to escape the heat and getaway to the cool mountains, here are some of the most scenic and peaceful tea estates, homestays, boutique hotels and resorts to stay in and around Darjeeling.

Tea estates near Darjeeling

Glenburn Tea Estate, Singritan

Though started by a Scottish tea company, Glenburn Tea Estate is run by the Prakash family, one of India's pioneering tea-planting families. Here, you will be surrounded by nature-the estate has 1,000 acres of private forest, as well as two rivers running across it. There are two bungalows-the Burra Bungalow and the Water Lily Bungalow-each with four well-appointed suites. Spend your days here hiking, fishing and touring the property to learn about how tea is grown and tasted. Try to embrace the stillness of your surroundings with a book, some yoga or a cup of tea.
. Doubles from Rs92,752 for a minimum stay of 2 nights

Sourenee Tea Estate, Mirik

Ging Tea House, Lebong Valley

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When in Darjeeling, the smell of tea and the views of the mountains will never leave your side. If you're looking to escape the heat and getaway to the cool mountains, here are some of the most scenic and peaceful tea estates, homestays, boutique hotels and resorts to stay in and around Darjeeling.

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8 Best Hotels To Stay in Rishikesh Near Ganga River At CNT India

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8 Best Hotels To Stay in Rishikesh Near Ganga River At CNT India

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Explore best hotels to stay in Rishikesh near Ganga River viewing the natural beauty of nature. Choose the best hotel with river side view & amazing ambience to stay. Get to know more in this article by CNT India.

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8 gorgeous hotels in Rishikesh right by the Ganga

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5 Travel-Friendly Daily Skincare Routine At CNT India

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5 Travel-Friendly Daily Skincare Routine At CNT India

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Check out how to create the ultimate travel-friendly daily skincare routine in simple ways. Know about these 5 routines of daily skincare for smooth and shiny skin covered in this article by CNT India.

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Holiday season is almost upon us, which means it's time to start planning a suitable skincare routine. A sudden change in weather can wreak havoc on the skin, and then there's the actual journey to think about. Below, three experts share their top tips for supporting your skin throughout.

Cleanse thoroughly

"When travelling from cold to hot climates the most immediate difference is that your skin is likely to perspire more," says consultant dermatologist Dr Anjali Mahto. "For those with acne-prone skin, this can be a trigger for a breakout - not so much the perspiration initially, but when it is left on the skin for a long time." Which is why Mahto insists on thorough cleansing twice a day, to remove perspiration, sunscreen and pollution from the skin. And not just on the face. "This expands to your whole body," she says. "The neck, chest and back are also prone to breakouts."

Opt for a pH balancing toner

As you travel from between different climates the pH of the skin can change, which is why A-list facialist and aesthetician Joanna Czech always recommends using a pH-balancing toner. "Our skin is naturally acidic," she says. "Typically it has a pH balance of between five and six." When our skin's pH raises towards alkaline levels, it triggers a chain reaction that results in trans-epidermal water loss, dehydration, and eventually inflammation. A pH balancing toner restores the skin to its ideal state.

Incorporate niacinamide

"When we go from hot to cold temperatures, our blood vessels constrict to help regulate body temperature," says Mahto. "In some people with certain skin conditions (sensitive/reactive skin/those with rosacea), this can trigger a flare up." Here's where your calming ingredients come in handy. In particular: niacinamide. As one part of the vitamin B3 molecule, niacinamide is one of the most potent anti-inflammatories in skincare, working to suppress the skin's inflammatory response to calm and soothe skin - an ideal addition to the frequent traveller's beauty kit.

Invest in a good lip balm

"The low humidity associated with cabin air can be quite drying for the skin," says Mahto. Any flight that's longer than four hours, and your skin is going to feel it - particularly on the lips, which are incredibly vulnerable. An occlusive lip balm applied regularly is an absolute must.

Stay hydrated

Even before you arrive at your destination, you have the journey to contend with, and all the germs and dry, cold air that comes with it. It's a recipe for dehydration all round. This is where skincare layering comes in: think humectants, occlusives and emollients. "Extra hydration is my focus when it comes to dealing with the dryness of travel," says Dr Barbara Sturm. "During the flight, I use my Anti-Pollution Drops and Hyaluronic Acid Serum, and seal with a cream to avoid trans-epidermal water loss."

As for long-haul flights, Sturm reapplies her face cream throughout to keep the skin feeling fresh and moistened. "I always travel with my Hydrating Face Mist, and I'll often apply my Face Mask and leave it on whilst I'm sleeping, too."

Consider using a face mask

One of the best ways to keep dryness at bay is with a face mask. "Masks are the best way to intensely hydrate the skin during a long-haul flight," says Milena Naydenov, head aesthetician at 111Skin. "The Y Theorem Bio Cellulose Facial Mask is ideal for this kind of scenario." Using bio cellulose material that is used to treat burn victims, potent actives contained in the formula penetrate the skin, keeping it well moisturised for flawless skin when you touch down on the tarmac at your destination.

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How to build a travel-friendly skincare routine

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Holiday season is almost upon us, which means it's time to start planning a suitable skincare routine. A sudden change in weather can wreak havoc on the skin, and then there's the actual journey to think about. Below, three experts share their top tips for supporting your skin throughout.