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Open playgrounds would be a boon for children

July 31, 2018 | Thoughts

India’s urban spaces lack playgrounds. And the few that we have, there are no formal norms with regard to running them. ANALYSIS Updated: Jul 27, 2018 10:21 IST Hoihnu Hauzel One of the biggest concerns of urban Indian parents is keeping their children entertained in a safe environment. Every parent dreams of open spaces like […]

Beacon of peace

July 31, 2018 | People

In an exclusive interview, the 14th Dalai Lama speaks to Hoihnu Hauzel of The Telegraph Pix: Rupinder Sharma You cannot miss the aura that surrounds him. His laughter is infectious and he radiates an inner calm. At 75, the 14th Dalai Lama shows no sign of slowing down. His is the single powerful voice that […]

Spanish Promenade

July 31, 2018 | Places

Barcelona is a beautiful seaside city with charming surprises and touristy delights around every corner, says Hoihnu Hauzel It was a blissful feeling. I arrived in Barcelona with no agenda whatsoever. All I had to do in the next few days was to explore the city all by myself — and at my own pace. […]

Designer Destination

July 31, 2018 | Places

Hoihnu Hauzel got a taste of Balinese hospitality at its luxurious best at the uber plush Bulgari Resort At dawn, Bali was a picture of perfect tranquillity. I opened my window and let in the fresh breeze that came blowing in straight from the Indian Ocean that lay sparkling in front of me. The gentle […]

Marrakech Magic

July 31, 2018 | Places

Morocco's culinary capital treats you to a round-the-clock flavour fest that's a gourmet's delight, says Hoihnu Hauzel Deep inside Marrakech, the aroma of freshly brewed peppermint tea simply hangs in the air — at every street corner and practically everywhere that I go. It's the first drink I'm offered when I check-in at the hotel […]

An eggs-otic adventure

July 31, 2018 | Places

In Taiwan, the egg definitely came first. By Hoihnu Hauzel Hard-boiled eggs are comfort food for the Taiwanese. So, for many, eggs are a year-round staple. And they are no ordinary eggs that the Taiwanese knock back — rather they're sweet-scented and slow-cooked for hours with a variety of condiments to impart a particular aroma, […]

Tantalising Taiwan – The Perfect Family Destination!

July 31, 2018 | Places

The combination of culture, food, modern infrastructure and honest and friendly people make Taiwan the perfect destination for a family holiday. In Taiwan, I’m intrigued by the sight and sounds – it’s people and culture – awakens me in every sense. There is so much to write home about this island that one trip is […]

Ubud: Far from the maddening crowds in Bali

July 31, 2018 | Places

Must confess it was only after reading Eat, Love, Pray that I set my heart on Ubud. For sheer ignorance , I knew nothing beyond Bali in Indonesia. So, it was Elizabeth Gilbert who introduced me to this tiny district in Bali. Away from the maddening crowd of bikini and skimpy sarong-clad tourists of Bali, […]

Philippines: So Close yet So Far Away

July 31, 2018 | Places

It was Imelda Marcos who got me interested in the Republic of the Philippines. As a kid, I had heard endless tales from my father, about Merco’s craze for footwear, and, of her massive collection. And that I grew up to develop the same craze for footwear is a pure coincidence. Though, it is quite […]

Timeless Turku

July 31, 2018 | Places

In this Finnish city, time has slowed down and life moves at its own sweet pace, says Hoihnu Hauzel If you're thinking of a get-away-from-it-all vacation, Turku in Finland may not be the first name that springs to mind. But I had spent a few days in Helsinki and wanted to get even further away […]

Calling in on Santa

July 31, 2018 | Places

A snow-covered house in the city of Rovaniemi The temperature was dipping and it was already a chilly -2°C in the Arctic Circle. But who worries about the cold when you are about to meet Santa Claus? Here I was in Rovaniemi, northern Finland, the home of that merry old man in red and white […]

Luxury in the desert

July 31, 2018 | Places

Luxury in the desert The Amanbagh resort in Alwar, Rajasthan makes the perfect case for exclusive living, says Hoihnu Hauzel (From top): The sprawling suite at the Aman Pool Pavilion; a view of the swimming pool at dusk; the bar and lounge area; the Pool Pavilion ; the well-stocked library at the resort We could […]

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