Independent journalist with over 25 years experience. Writes on travel, food, culture, wildlife and lifestyle. Published in BBC, SCMP, Nikkei Asia, The National, Mint, NatGeo, Lonely Planet etc.
'Dupe destination' boom hits social media
Travel trend gathers momentum as vacationers seek copycat locations
Travel: Forest bathing in an enchanting Finnish fell
In the picturesque wilderness of Iso-Syote, Finland’s southernmost fell, mindfulness comes unbidden and naturally
Travel: Walking around Kamakura, the ancient seat of the Shogunate
Kamakura, the former political capital of Japan, is an enchanting melange of history, spirituality and culture
An unforgettable trip to Jamnagar, where the Ambani wedding is taking place
With the world's eyes turning to the Gujarti city, Anita Rao Kashi discovers why it offers the perfect backdrop for India's wedding of the year
Why Bengaluru is now a beacon of culture – India’s Silicon Valley has seen a boom in creativity across art, music, theatre and food
Institutions like the Museum of Art and Photography and the Indian Music Experience have turned Bengaluru into one of India’s most vibrant cultural cities
Validation has come from the World Cities Culture Forum: Bengaluru is the only Indian city to have been invited to join the group, which it did in 2023
In his birthplace of Torun in Poland, Copernicus remains an enduring presence
The 13th century walled town of Torun, dominated by Gothic architecture and references to astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, is an ideal winter destination for a quiet holiday
In Germany, Christmas markets are a treat for the senses
Christmas markets in Germany go beyond shopping and make the senses swirl with lights, music, aromas and heady mulled wine
Chocolate meditation: a delicious invitation to the present moment
There are two types of chocolate people: those who pop a square in the mouth, swirl it around, let it melt, and savor and those who devour an entire bar within minutes and without much attention to the experience. Which kind are you?
Tripura: Where to see Unakotiswara Kal Bhairava, the 30 ft sculpture of Lord Shiva's head in North-East India?
Unakoti in Tripura is on the UNESCO World Heritage Site tentative list. Its Shiva sculptures and bas reliefs carved into hillsides, 170 km from Tripura's capital Agartala, are not incredibly beautiful, but also steeped in history and mysticism.
36 hours in Abu Dhabi, UAE, soon to be new home to the largest Hindu temple in West Asia
While in Abu Dhabi, don't miss the stunning natural vistas, beaches and seascapes - all set against a backdrop of understated luxury.
36 hours in Ahmedabad, a microcosm of vibrant Gujarat
Often mistaken for Gujarat’s capital, Ahmedabad is actually the state’s beating heart, and its commercial and cultural capital that offers visitors mesmerising experiences.
36 hours in Ayodhya, beyond the Ram Mandir
Piety, heritage, culture and the ambience of the lovely Sarayu river effortlessly mingle in this ancient city that is the cynosure of all eyes in the country.
Beyond Ayodhya Ram Mandir, 7 most spectacular Ram temples in India
As the entire country’s focus shifts to Ayodhya and the inauguration of the Ram Mandir, it is apt to cast a look at some of the other iconic Ram temples in the country.
Why the set-jetting travel trend is set to dominate 2024
From the hills of Sicily to swish Parisian neighbourhoods, travellers are flocking to destinations inspired by movies and TV series
In Germany, Christmas markets are a treat for the senses
These are some of the best Christmas markets in Germany.