India articles

There can be few more exciting experiences than spotting a tiger in the wild. From Ranthambore National Park to the jungles of Madyha Pradesh, here we round up the best places in India to enjoy what is a truly unforgettable wildlife encounter.

A scattering of dreamy islands in the Bay of Bengal, the Andamans are India’s furthest flung region, all platinum sands glittering between turquoise waters and emerald forested interiors. Here we take a look at the islands' latest luxury hotel - the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa.

If you prefer to combine culture or wildlife with your relaxing beach break, take a look at our favourite places on the planet for combining a beach holiday with adventures and expeditions.

India's Festival of Colours, the annual Holi celebration, is an event celebrating good triumphing over evil as told in ancient mythology, as well as the welcoming of spring. We explore in closer detail what makes the festival so important in Indian culture and the best places to celebrate it.

From idyllic beach resorts and rustic-chic safari lodges to authentic Rajput palaces and world-renowned landmarks, Wexas India specialist, Alison Nicolle, picks out three of her favourite Taj hotels.

We take a look at the spectacularly bold travel advertisements of the 1930s and their promise of golden temples in India, lakeside retreats in Italy and deers grazing outside of Japanese temples. You'll be surprised at how much holds true to this day.