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Ayesha Depala’s guide to wellness in Dubai

On the precipice of launching her own line of wellness products, Dubai-based fashion designer Ayesha Depala shares her personal healing journey and the local places she relies on to find peace

‘Even a tiny plastic bead can kill a sea turtle’

But more than two thousand sea turtles have found a fresh lease of life over two decades, thanks to the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project. Barbara Lang-Lenton, saviour to these creatures, on what it takes…

How regenerated habitats are bringing wildlife to your doorstep

Thanks to responsible tourism operators who are setting up camp inside wildlife habitats, sightings are no longer limited to safaris

Does this ‘salt cave’ offer an escape from Delhi’s poor quality air?

A wellness retreat near Delhi promises a much-needed respite for the lungs. Does it work?

5 things you should never do on a night safari

Two naturalists tell us about the five mistakes to avoid when exploring the forest post sunset

The future is here: Drones are now policing our streets; saving our wildlife

Drone pilots across Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad and Bengaluru are helping police survey the streets from the sky

10 best hotels for a weekend getaway from Delhi

Because long weekends and monsoons call for a mini-vacay

Experience the healing power of monsoon at this Ayurvedic retreat in Kerala

Embrace holistic well-being with Ayurvedic therapy at Amal Tamara, where ancient wisdom meets modern expertise

Pottery to sound healing: 5 art retreats in India

Getaways where stress dissolves and creativity flourishes

10 fragrances that will remind you of the Indian monsoon

From earthy petrichor to sweet floral notes, these scents wrap you in the rainy season's enchanting embrace

How to survive an anxiety attack on a plane, according to psychologists

Professional tips and techniques on managing the fear of flying for you and your loved ones

14 Indian hotels for yoga with a view

From yoga decks that open up to the sea to alfresco pavilions surrounded by greenery, these locations at your favourite properties connect you with the great outdoors

That picture you took on safari matters more than you think

Following the publishing of his book, The New Big Five, wildlife photographer Graeme Green speaks about the relevance, and importance of photography in conservation

‘National parks don’t exist for tourism; tourism must exist for national parks’

As Project Tiger turns 50, Condé Nast Traveller caught up with MK Ranjitsinh, one of its key architects, on the hits and misses along the long road to conserve India’s natural heritage

13 apps you need before you jet off to Rome

When in Rome, download all the apps Romans do

13 eco-friendly Indian beauty products you can buy guilt-free

Treat yourself to these beauty products while caring for the environment

How to travel without killing the planet: an A to Z guide

Hacks, apps, and switches to make your escapades more enriching, enlightening, and economical