Pompeii: Lying under the ashes
In recent times areas around Naples have seen a flurry of activities as government agencies conduct drills to make citizens aware of a possible volcanic eruption. After all, Mount Vesuvius is not far from the city. It brings back memories to Ranjita Biswas of visiting the ruined city of Pompeii buried under the volcano’s ashes
Srirangam Homestay: A harmonious blend of art, culture, and comfort in Shantiniketan
Nestled within the buffer zone of Shantiniketan, a UNESCO World Heritage site, Srirangam Homestay is an art-filled retreat that offers a unique blend of traditional aesthetics, modern comfort, and cultural richness.
If you are in Frankfurt, do not miss a visit to spa town Bad Homburg
In a ranking by the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI), seven European cities are in the world’s top 20 financial hubs. Frankfurt is one of them and placed in the third. I am not new to Frankfurt, but when it comes to Germany we often tend to think of only Berlin. Well, for all the right reasons.
Hotel Washington: Heritage and luxury in the beating heart of DC
It was a March evening this year and after a round of museums and some work meetings, I hit the hotel room early. It was my last night in Washington DC before flying to Louisville the next morning and I did not want to end up weary with too many engagements outside.
WNDR Museum: Chicago's futuristic world of fantasy, colour and immersive art
If your colourful, sometimes wacky, sometimes artsy Instagram posts are modern-day trophies, then this museum in Chicago's West Loop is for you.
Shades of Victorian times
Victoria, capital of British Columbia in Canada, retains a Victorian ambience in its architecture but also is a modern city, discovers Ranjita Biswas
National Air and Space Museum Washington DC: How the men and their machines conquered the dizzying heights
The history of aviation and space exploration, the men right from pioneering aviator-duo Wright Brothers to American aeronautical engineers and astronauts and their mean machines is a fascinating journey through time and space. Sujoy Dhar fastens his curiosity belt at the National Air and Space Museum Washington, DC.
Rendezvous with the rugged America: A tale of West Coast
While America is a lot about big cities, skyscrapers, and urban escapes, the country also anchors spectacular natural wonders and stunning landscapes. To an outsider, the United States of America is mostly about posh cities, swanky shopping outlets, culinary delights, and pretty streets. However, a vast part of America's geographic treasure is its highly acclaimed national parks and diverse terrains.
The Peninsula Chicago: Jewel in the windy city's Magnificent Mile crown
On a spring morning this year when Chicago was bracing for waves of celebratory crowds in the streets for its annual big, green St. Patrick's Day, I woke up to a quiet, sublime morning in a hotel suite overlooking Michigan Avenue.
Montpellier: Of southern France vibe and Mediterranean light
A staircase of 15 ritual steps through a passageway lit by bulbs led us to an eerie underground water table. The steps were like going to a medieval dungeon for prisoners.
Ford's Theatre: Of President Lincoln and the Man Who Killed Him
Abraham Lincoln was assassinated on April 15, 1865 (he succumbed to the bullet wound of the previous night on April 14) at the Ford's Theatre in Washington DC by stage actor John Wilkes Booth. Sujoy Dhar visits the Ford's Theatre museum ahead of yet another death anniversary of the US president whose resolve to end slavery cost him his life.
Hotel Richer de Belleval: Where luxury meets bistronomy in southern France city Montpellier
When the Uber driver dropped us off on the main street of Monpellier driving through the iconic city gateway that is Porte du Peyrou, I thought my five-star hotel was just around with some impressive portico.
The Frankfurt Marriott: Germany's tallest hotel is a smart pick for leisure and work visits
When I checked in at The Frankfurt Marriott Hotel this February, the dawn was breaking. From the window of my 28th floor room, a vast canvas of Frankfurt was unfolding with the gradual onset of the sunlight.
Chicago paints the city green to celebrate St. Patricks Day
Throngs of revelers, comprising both locals and tourists, sporting the signature gears and cheering lustily, painted the windy city in the colour of St. Patrick's Day as the Chicago River bled emerald green after the river dyeing, a ritual since 1962.
Cambria Hotel in Chicago Loop: Where location meets affordable comfort
In Chicago's downtown Theater District if you are looking for a hotel which does not burn a hole in your pocket, but ensures affordable comfort, spacious rooms and a location that is walking distance to the top attractions of the windy city, this is the hotel you can check in.
Kuda Villingili Maldives recognized as The Best Honeymoon Hotel 2023 by The White Awards
Kuda Villingili Maldives achieved the prestigious distinction of being named The Best Honeymoon Hotel 2023 by White Awards.
Christmas Markets in Berlin: Of mulled wine and more
From hot mulled wine that is called gluhwein to roasted chestnuts, pretzels and fairy lights, the aroma of a Christmas market is the essence of Europe in December. And there is no better place than Germany or to be more precise Berlin to experience that.
The Berlin hotel you must stay during the Christmas - NH Collection Berlin Mitte am Checkpoint
Mitte is the lively, trendy district of Berlin which is home to the city's most popular attractions. From the Friedrichstrasse shopping street to Checkpoint Charlie, Mitte is also said to be the origin of Berlin.
Of human bondage: An Atlanta museum reminds the Black Americans' tortuous journey to equality
At the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta, a museum dedicated to the American civil rights movement, the legacy of slain Nobel Peace laureate Martin Luther King comes alive everyday for visitors. While the world observes the International Human Rights Day on Dec 10, Sujoy Dhar recalls his recent visit to the Center.
First Person: Among the happy, hospitable and artistic Uzbek people
I have heard many times about Uzbekistan. I took Indian silk fabrics to the international craft festival held in Kokand recently.
New hotel to boost tourism in Uzbekistan's museum-city Bukhara from next year
Uzbekistan leaves you spellbound with its beautiful monuments and architecture. But you literally hold your breath till you are in Bukhara, the museum-city where every building, alley and brick breathes history.
Washington DC: That buzzy feel in the city where Potus, power and politics cohabit Smithsonian
Securing a vantage seat in the upper deck of a hop-on-hop-off bus (read Big Bus Tours), you can feel like just another average visitor to Washington DC doing some touristy things.
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives transforms into carnival land for year-end holidays
If you are looking forward to ending the year on a high note, with family or friends, then why not head to the Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives nestling within the blue waters of the Indian Ocean?
UNWTO names Gujarat's Dhordo as 'best tourism village' of 2023
The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has awarded Gujarat's Dhordo village as the 'best tourism village' in the world.
Chicago by Night: The windy city's evening symphony
On a September evening in Chicago, as we got off the Uber at the Symphony Center, home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, after a short ride from our hotel in the theatre district known as The Loop, we barely knew how lucky we were to be witnessing a performance of Riccardo Muti.
Maharashtra Tourism puts Ganesh Festival on the international map
While celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi has been a traditional festival being celebrated in Maharashtra and other Indian states, the frenzy that we see today has its origin in a patriotic zeal.
Heritage on track
Taking a Joy Ride in the iconic Darjeeling Heritage Railway, fondly called the Toy Train, gives Ranjita Biswas a glimpse of travelling experiences in colonial times
Chicago 48 Hours: Five compelling experiences in Chi-town
During my last visit to Chicago, my go-to city in the US, I was wondering what new things I could experience. Choose Chicago, the official tourism body of Chi-town, was forthcoming with ideas for me, someone who has already covered over years all the "been-there-done-that" places of the city that I can never get enough of. If you are not a first timer to Chicago (well, you can be a first timer too) and have just a day or two to encounter something really invigorating, that range from immersive cultural experience to some easy-going fun, here is the list beyond the river cruise and Skydeck thrills of the Willis Tower.
Gold Coast hosts Tourism Australias annual flagship event
Tourism Australia’s largest annual travel trade event, the Australian Tourism Exchange 2023 (ATE23) was held at Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre from Apr 30 to May 4 with over 2,300 delegates.
Fergana: A mesmerizing destination to visit in Uzbekistan
I recently travelled to Uzbekistan’s Fergana region and was astounded by this magnificent city’s beauty. The Fergana region in Uzbekistan is a mesmerizing destination that amazes tourists with its breathtaking natural beauty, rich past, and vibrant culture. The place, located in the country’s east, provides travellers a unique and wonderful experience.
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