Not too warm, not too cold, not too crowded - great places to visit in India & abroad

Not too warm, not too cold, not too crowded – great places to visit in India & abroad

1. Los Angeles: When in LA, don’t miss… Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy, a temporary exhibition in Los Angeles designed by well-known artists like Keith Haring and David Hockney; Astra Lumina night walk experience at the South Coast Botanic Garden in Palos Verdes Estates, California; Roots Indian Bistro on Melrose Ave in Los Angeles; Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House, now a UNESCO World Heritage site; and Venice Canals for a gondola ride or a walk along the canals of Venice Beach.

2. Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh is known as the birthplace of Lord Krishna. If you can, travel here for Holi. To play with coloured powder and flowers, go towards Banke Bihari Temple. To see Lathmar Holi, go to Barsana near Vrindavan

3. Vietnam: Visit the charming city of Ho Chi Minh City, unwind on the beaches of Nha Trang, or take a boat through the awe-inspiring Ha Long Bay.

4. Mumbai: The maximum city offers maximum options; also in food. Check out Gallops Al Fresco at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse for European and Indian dishes or The Eau Bar in Nariman Point for a relaxed dinner or drinks with friends and family. O Pedro offers a taste of Goa in Mumbai and Allamanda Terrace, at the Hotel Marine Plaza, offers guests multi-cuisine dishes and an bird’s eye view of the Arabian Sea and Marine Drive.

5. Azinhaga, Portugal, is an unspoiled archipelago of volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.

6. ​​Costa Rica: This Central American country is a paradise for wildlife lovers. Rainforests here teem with monkeys, sloths, and toucans and the coral reefs have vibrant fish.

7. Bali, Indonesia, is a great place for couples, given its arresting beauty and opulent stay options including private villas with infinity pools. They can go on hikes through the rice paddies, explore ancient temples like Tanah Lot, or trek through the picturesque Mount Batur volcano.

8. Playa Blanca, Culebra, Puerto Rico: Culebra is a tiny island off the coast of Puerto Rico, and Playa Blanca is one of its hidden gems. This horseshoe-shaped beach has calm, clear waters perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Also see the giant sea turtles that nest here!

9. El Nido, Palawan, Philippines: A cluster of islands with several coves and beaches, El Nido offers something for every kind of traveller, from kayaking and diving to simply unwinding on the beach. It’s fairly safe for solo female travellers, but do pack smart and research local traditions.

10. Venice, Italy: Try to visit during the Carnival of Venice, a celebration of all things theatrical, when people wear over-the-top costumes and masks, and the city comes alive with parades and parties.