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The allure of a girls’ getaway is hard to resist. The promise of laughter, bonding, and adventure with your closest female friends is a recipe for unforgettable memories. Girls’ getaways are an essential way to unwind, strengthen friendships, and create unforgettable memories.

A summer getaway is a must for everyone, especially families looking to spend quality time before getting back to their busy schedules. Now planning a vacation with your family can be a tedious task with each wanting a different kind of holiday.

As the summer of 2023 unfolds, discerning travelers are seeking out exclusive hilltop resorts that offer the perfect combination of luxury, seclusion, and immersion in nature. The popularity of mountain retreats has soared as travelers prioritize wellness, relaxation, and a desire to reconnect with the natural world.

When on vacation, celebrities often gravitate towards wildlife sanctuaries and safari lodges because of the privacy they offer. And while we can’t travel with our favourite stars, we can surely travel like them.

Luxury boutique hotels and resorts seem to be a hit with a new generation of travellers who are prioritising personalised experiences

India is home to some of the most luxurious and extravagant properties that are perfect for a summer vacation. From palatial hotels to beach resorts, these properties offer unparalleled comfort and opulence.

Binsar is a small hilly town in the lap of Himalayas in the Kumaon region. It is known for being the summer capital for of the Chand Kings, who ruled over Kumaon and even for the British who built several estates inside the forests.

The relaxed hospitality draws a repeat crowd; think picnics on the Mayolikhan and dinners under the stars.

If you haven’t had the time to plan your New Year getaway, then here's our guide to help you plan your year-end holiday.

A favourite of stars like Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, and Ishaan Khatter, Mary Budden Estate is a luxe property nestled inside Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttarakhand.

If you’re looking at this list, chances are you’ve not made your plans yet. For the indecisive, we’ve got you covered with our top recommendations for the impending long weekend.

Gone are the days when celebrities’ favourite hotels were located in the French Alps and they had to take long flights every few months for some hard-earned downtime.

With distinctly Kumaoni soul, the Mary Budden Estate in Uttarakhand’s Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary provides the perfect setting to hit life’s reboot button.

Nestled in breath-taking natural surroundings of a wildlife sanctuary, with the intoxicating perfume of fresh pine, musky deodhar (cedar) and aged oak.

The ethos of endearing ecotourism comes alive at this luxurious hideaway in the Himalayas; nestled in the verdant forests of Uttarakhand, Mary Budden Estate is remote yet reachable.

From homestays offering bird’s-eye views of the Himalayan peaks to age-old British cottages nestled amidst wildlife sanctuaries, these secluded properties enable guests to be one with nature.

This summer, don’t opt for the first five destinations that appear on a Google search.

This colonial cottage exudes old-world charm, where the rooms feature wooden ceilings, and allows you to enjoy a stay amid nature.

Like most commodities in India, holidays for families are shopped for on the basis of one overarching condition—that they should be a family package.

My all-time favourite travel journey was a visit to our family home in Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh, years ago.

Perched at a height of about 8,000 feet, the sleepy hill town of Binsar is one of the most scenic spots in the Kumaon Himalayas.