Travel in Bhutan

A road trip through the remote, stunningly beautiful Himalayan valleys of Bhutan ranks as one of travel’s most exciting adventures.

Colorful monasteries, snow-capped peaks, peaceful villages lined with chili farms: the beauty of Bhutan is visible around every turn of its hairpin roads.

Merging hospitality with the world’s top Asian destinations, Remote Lands is at the forefront of the luxury travel planning industry. The operator offers itineraries to 38 different countries on the Asian continent, highlighting the cuisine, heritage, and standout features of each. The company has teamed up with hospitality brand Aman to add a personalized element to its trips by jet.

Since opening to tourism in 1974, the Kingdom of Bhutan has long been a place that’s fascinated travelers. The country may be small, but criss-crossing its Himalayan terrain takes time and expertise.

Both offer incredible mountains, deliciously spicy food and unique cultures to discover. But which should you visit?

State-owned Qatar Airways has partnered with barefoot luxury brand Habitas to open one of the most costly resorts in the country. The Habitas Ras Abrouq is slated to open next month with room rates starting at around $700 per night to stay in one of its 42 villas.

State-owned Qatar Airways has partnered with barefoot luxury brand Habitas to open one of the most costly resorts in the country. The Habitas Ras Abrouq is slated to open next month with room rates starting at around $700 per night to stay in one of its 42 villas.

Intrepid will initially launch a trial with a pool of its accommodation suppliers in Nepal and Bhutan in January 2024, with plans to expand the program to other hotels and lodges across its global supply chain.

While the big boys are continuing to expand their portfolios—with some spectacular announcements for 2024—the coming year is also shaping up to be a good one for people who prefer a bit of whimsy, a dollop of homegrown style and the one-of-a-kind feeling of an independent hotel (or at least one that’s part of a small regional group). From Aspen to Athens, Bhutan to Botswana, here are 15 new hotels that share a close attention to detail, a distinctive character and a genuine interest in sustainability.

It's one thing to book a lie-flat business-class seat to travel overseas with some added comfort. What might qualify as "next-level," though, is doing so on a private jet that will fly you around the world, stopping on every continent (excluding Antarctica) along the way.

PATH and supporters are ready to support the UNFCCC parties in placing walking and cycling at the heart of policies and commitments to address climate change.

For years, the tiny Himalayan nation of Bhutan leveraged its otherworldly but imposing geography as a barrier against the world. But two decades ago, at the behest of the royal family, the cloistered kingdom, known for its “Gross National Happiness” index, invited in its first international brand. It wasn't McDonald's or Coca-Cola, but Aman, the ultra-luxury hotel company, which set up a circuit of five lodges collectively known as Amankora. Six Senses and COMO followed with lodge loops of their own, and soon Bhutan began topping adventure travelers' bucket lists.

At 27 years old, I completed my wanderlust dream of traveling to every country in the world as a solo female traveler. To be exact, I've visited all 193 sovereign nations — plus Taiwan, Kosovo, and Palestine. Then, by the age of 30, I achieved my athletic dream of becoming an Ironman. I find great fulfillment in inspiring and educating young women to get out and pursue their passions — or whatever gets them excited in life.  

Want to watch the sixth and final season of The Crown at an estate that has the royal stamp of approval from the British monarchy? Whether you’re looking to vacation like King Charles III or unwind like Queen Elizabeth II, here are a handful of stunning royalty-approved UK properties that any commoner can book.

Leisure travel came roaring back from the pandemic lockdowns and has not slowed, with planes jammed, record international hotel prices and more people tackling those once in a lifetime and Bucket List trips they once put off for “someday.” There’s never been a better time to give gifts to travelers, and there has never been a better crop of options. As a very frequent traveler myself, I am constantly testing and tweaking and seeing what works best to make travel better.

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As you budget for a trip, the list of expenses to consider is long. Sure, there are the big-ticket costs, from airfare to lodging to theme park tickets to car rentals, but as every traveler knows, that's often just the beginning. Airline fees, resort charges, food, souvenirs, highway tolls and other extras drive up the overall cost of a trip.

Boosted by the travel boom, the Indian hotel industry is set to report double-digit revenue growth in fiscal 2024, as projected by ratings agency ICRA.

Traveling for wellness has become a booming industry, with the global wellness tourism market valued at a staggering $814.6 billion in 2022. More and more individuals are seeking destinations and experiences that not only offer relaxation but also contribute to their overall well-being. Riding this wave of holistic living, VistaJet, a renowned name in the private aviation space since 2004, has unveiled its groundbreaking Wellness 360 Program, propelling the concept of wellness travel into a new stratosphere.

Draped across the very top of the Indian subcontinent, the Himalayas are the stuff of trekking legend. Every hiker worth their boots has likely dreamed of tackling this range’s trails, which carve out the craggy routes between remote villages and mountain monasteries, in the formidable shadows of the world’s highest peaks.

Sri Lanka may be known as the teardrop isle (due to its distinctive shape), but the country’s refreshingly straightforward visa system shouldn’t be a source of too much anguish for travelers.