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This Underrated Middle Eastern City Has Opulent Hotels, World-class Art, and Stunning Persian Gulf Views

5 days ago | travelandleisure.com | Susmita Baral

Woman inside of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Buena Vista Images/Getty Images Top 5 Can’t MissVisit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which is open to travelers of all faiths. Dine at Erth, the first Emirati restaurant to earn a Michelin star. Explore the world-class art scene at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Take a day trip to Al Ain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Try to score the iconic "viral Dubai chocolate bar" from the original source, Fix Dessert Chocolatier.
This New Villa in the Caribbean Has Direct Beach Access, an Infinity Pool With Mountain Views, and Museum-worthy Art

2 months ago | msn.com | Susmita Baral

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This New Villa in the Caribbean Has Direct Beach Access, an Infinity Pool With Mountain Views, and Museum-worthy Art

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This New Villa in the Caribbean Has Direct Beach Access, an Infinity Pool With Mountain Views, and Museum-worthy Art

2 months ago | travelandleisure.com | Susmita Baral

Exterior of the Spice of Life at Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort in St. Lucia . Photo: Courtesy of Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort St. Lucia is packed with jaw-dropping scenery from the dramatic Piton Mountains to lush rainforests and stunning waterfalls. While its landscape alone sets it apart from other Caribbean islands, its rich Creole heritage and vibrant music scene create a cultural experience unique from the typical Caribbean getaway.
This Luxury Train Journey in Canada Is One of the Best Ways to Experience Jasper and Banff National Park - Here’s What It’s Like

2 months ago | travelandleisure.com | Susmita Baral

The Rocky Mountaineer train in Jasper, Canada . Photo: Steve Stringer Photography/Getty Images Canada’s Jasper National Park is renowned for its natural beauty. The 4,200-square-mile area has stunning geological features from glaciers, waterfalls, and lakes to limestone caves, ice fields, and canyons. And while many visit the park via car, one of the best ways to enter the stunning area is on a luxury train. Meet Rocky Mountaineer.
Susmita Baral

2 months ago | travelandleisure.com | Susmita Baral

Title:EditorEducation:Rutgers University, Columbia UniversityLocation:New York, New YorkSusmita Baral is an editor at Travel + Leisure. She is a New York-based multimedia journalist with a decade of experience covering food, travel, climate science, and culture. Her work has appeared in BBC Travel, Eater, Harper's Bazaar, GQ, VICE, National Geographic, Teen Vogue, Health, HuffPost, Popular Science, Quartz, and more.
The Best New Indian Restaurant in NYC Takes You on a Journey Through South Asia - and It's Inspired by One Iconic Chef's Travels

Nov 26, 2024 | travelandleisure.com | Susmita Baral

On a casual Tuesday evening, you can expect to see a queue outside an emerald green facade in New York City's East Village, where diners are lining up to score a seat at Bungalow, the city's newest Indian restaurant, led by Chef Vikas Khanna. Already earning accolades from dining critics, bloggers, and influencers alike, Bungalow's most acclaimed achievement lies elsewhere: in the rave reviews of the South Asian diaspora.
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto Review: Kyoto's Newest Hotel Has Ryokan-style Rooms, Private Onsens, and Its Own Bamboo Forest - Here's What It's Like to Stay

Oct 29, 2024 | travelandleisure.com | Susmita Baral

As Japan continues to be a popular destination for travelers, Kyoto's appeal grows as well: In 2023, the Kyoto Prefecture welcomed a record , surpassing its pre-pandemic 2019 metrics. The region's draw for travelers is unsurprising, as it lets you journey into Japanese heritage with its ancient temples and shrines, serene gardens, and traditional tea houses. In August, a new player entered the hotel scene in Kyoto: Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto.
Octant Hotels Ponta Delgada Hotel Review: This Waterfront Hotel in the 'Hawaii of Europe' Has a Rooftop Pool, Guest Rooms Equipped for Whale-watching, and Lets You Cook Your Dinner in a Volcano

Oct 2, 2024 | travelandleisure.com | Susmita Baral

I landed in the Azores after a red-eye flight to a downpour — but, despite the rain, the region had a broody charm. Even amid the fog and greyness, the green, lush landscape managed to make its presence known. The weather proved temperamental and fleeting, though, as there was no physical evidence of the rains just a few hours later, aside from a rogue rainbow or two.
AlUla Destination Guide: This Ancient City Has a Dramatic Desert Landscape, World-class Cuisine, and a Growing Art Scene - Here's How to Plan Your Visit

Sep 22, 2024 | travelandleisure.com | Susmita Baral

I had seen all the enticing Instagram pictures before landing in AlUla, so I knew the region would be stunning. Yet, even so, I wasn't ready for what I experienced — like many destinations, social media doesn't do the Saudi Arabian town justice. Exploring the region felt otherworldly, and the dramatic desert landscape and majestic sandstone cliffs left me wondering if I was even on Earth. "The calm beauty of AlUla, with its history spanning more than 200,000 years, creates a magical atmosphere.

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Was just on a flight that was diverted over a bomb threat and I have to say: We truly underestimate the patience and resilience of flight attendants. (And @AmericanAir needs to promote the entire team that was on AA1700.)

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Articles

This Underrated Middle Eastern City Has Opulent Hotels, World-class Art, and Stunning Persian Gulf Views

This New Villa in the Caribbean Has Direct Beach Access, an Infinity Pool With Mountain Views, and Museum-worthy Art

This New Villa in the Caribbean Has Direct Beach Access, an Infinity Pool With Mountain Views, and Museum-worthy Art

This New Villa in the Caribbean Has Direct Beach Access, an Infinity Pool With Mountain Views, and Museum-worthy Art

This Luxury Train Journey in Canada Is One of the Best Ways to Experience Jasper and Banff National Park - Here’s What It’s Like

Susmita Baral

The Best New Indian Restaurant in NYC Takes You on a Journey Through South Asia - and It's Inspired by One Iconic Chef's Travels

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto Review: Kyoto's Newest Hotel Has Ryokan-style Rooms, Private Onsens, and Its Own Bamboo Forest - Here's What It's Like to Stay

Octant Hotels Ponta Delgada Hotel Review: This Waterfront Hotel in the 'Hawaii of Europe' Has a Rooftop Pool, Guest Rooms Equipped for Whale-watching, and Lets You Cook Your Dinner in a Volcano

AlUla Destination Guide: This Ancient City Has a Dramatic Desert Landscape, World-class Cuisine, and a Growing Art Scene - Here's How to Plan Your Visit

Journalists covering the same region

Tara Craig

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Carole Sovocool

Molly Burgess

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