Itineraries for India often include accommodation in authentic heritage homestays but for many first-time visitors to this country, the term and concept may be unfamiliar. So, we thought…read more

This ancient hunting lodge, once the private reserve of the Thakur of Raipur and now a sensational boutique hotel, sits deep in the “badlands” of Rajasthan…read more

In a country known for its dedication to ultimate indulgence, choosing the right hotel can set the tone of your whole trip…read more

Set within the wild heart of Sri Lanka’s Wilpattu National Park, Leopard Trails offers an authentic and intimate safari experience in one of the country’s most remote and untouched wildlife reserves…read more

Set on the remote southern shore of Song-Kul Lake at 3,200 m (10,500 ft) above sea level, the Ak-Sai Yurt Camp offers a rare opportunity to step into Kyrgyz nomadic life…read more

Stay in an authentic, 19th century merchant’s home in the heart of Bukhara’s Jewish Quarter. With its ornately carved wooden façade and richly decorated interior…read more

Once one of the largest Islamic schools in Khiva, the one-time Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasa is now home to the Orient Star Hotel. A stay here gives…read more

Deep in the heart of Bukhara’s historic quarter, Mercure Bukhara Old Town offers a modern retreat framed by centuries of rich architectural heritage…read more

Transporting guests back in time, this beautifully restored 200-year-old, Mughal-era mansion is tucked down labyrinthine lanes in the heart of Old Delhi…read more

At the end of a bumpy farm track, hidden in a gentle, misty Cornish valley lies a melange of old granite farm buildings and preserved wooden barns…read more

Set within 70 acres of grounds on the southwestern side of the Nargahole National Park, The Serai sits on the banks of the Kabini River and offers an unbeatable spot for watching the vast herds of elephants that come here to drink and bathe…read more