On a whale-watching adventure last month in Newport Beach with Newport Coastal Adventures, I was stunned by the hundreds of dolphins surrounding our boat and the one humpback whale that showed us its tail several times (not always guaranteed! Many whales surface and roll back down without doing the beautiful tail display). When the whale dove and surfaced further away,...

　　As the old song goes, for Thanksgiving, youre supposed to go over the river and through the woods to Grandmothers house, but maybe there are other destinations you should be checking out (and Grandma can join you there)! Key metrics used by personal finance website WalletHub to form its list of the 10 best places to go for Thanksgiving include...

　　A judge ruled yesterday that Oaklands airport must immediately stop using the nameSan Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, which it adopted earlier this year, and revert back to the name Oakland International Airport, according to NBC News. 　　It was pretty ballsy of Oakland to tuck the wording San Francisco Bay in front of its long-existing name. Of course, it hopes...

　　Are you a basketball lover? Are you offended we even asked? The NBA Cup is happening now, giving players and teams another championship to pursue and fans another chance to get all riled up and possibly happy. Officially called the Emirates NBA Cup, the series of games started yesterday with Group Play, and matchups for the Knockout Round will be...

　　According to Burger King, its the most Whopper-ful time of year, and while traditional advent calendars may feature snowy villages, children skating or depictions of the Nativity, the hamburger empires version shows most of that but with a fast food edge. 　　This advent calendar has a snowy village, yes, but snow clings to the main structure in town: the Burger...

　　Hyderabad's culinary scene is an exquisite blend of flavours shaped by Mughlai, Turkic, and Arabic culinary traditions skillfully adapted by local chefs. This makes the city a must-visit destination for food lovers eager to embark on a gastronomic adventure. Among its many delights, Hyderabad's iconic Irani chai stands out—a rich, milky beverage believed to have been brought to the city...

　　Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus, was an exceptional spiritual leader whose teachings continue to inspire millions worldwide. One of the most distinctive aspects of his life was his extensive travels, covering over 28,000 kilometres between 1500 and 1524. As a mystic and wanderer, he journeyed to far-flung places to spread his...

　　You know how it is, right? Youre packing for your next grand adventure, and you need a backpack that can handle everything from your entire wardrobe to your hopes and dreams. 　　Ive been traveling nearly full time for 12 years, visiting 65 countries thus far, and over the past decade+, Ive tried A LOT of backpacks. 　　Most recently, it was...

　　Renowned travel writer Colleen Gantzer, a name synonymous with wanderlust and literary excellence, passed away recently in Mussoorie at the age of 90. Along with her husband, Hugh Gantzer, she formed a dynamic duo, captivating readers and viewers with their travelogues, documentaries, and newspaper articles. 　　As a valued contributor to Outlook Traveller, Colleen Gantzer's words have graced the pages of...

　　Kolkata, affectionately called the City of Joy, captivates visitors with its enchanting allure that magnifies as the sun sets and the vibrant nightlife springs to life. When hunger strikes and late-night cravings demand satisfaction, you want to know where to go. Fortunately, Kolkata offers a remarkable array of late-night spots perfect for those who revel in the night. Whether you’re...