Travel
How Indians keep overpaying abroad even after buying ‘zero forex' cards
Indian travellers swear by ‘zero forex' cards, yet still overpay abroad. The real cost lies not in visible fees, but in padded exchange rates and conversion traps few travellers notice.
4 min read4 Feb 2026Forget EVs. Cycling is revolutionising transport
Pedal power is booming, spinning up a new culture war
8 min read22 Jan 2026As India's passport steadily ascends global power ranking charts, let's do all we can to strengthen it
The Indian passport has gained power as measured by the number of countries that offer its holders entry without a prior visa. But it still has a long way to go. Perhaps this is a good time to reopen our national debate on dual citizenship.
2 min read15 Jan 2026Travel: Chasing Northern Lights in chilly Yukon
In Canada's western most territory, winter is an invitation to move at an unhurried pace and commune with white expanses
4 min read14 Jan 2026Travel: Visit these 5 cities for a blend of culture, sport and heritage
Travel is increasingly decided by events and experiences. We list five cities that are set to host unique celebrations and sporting events this year
4 min read10 Jan 2026Mint Explainer | Why the Indian Railways increased passenger fares twice in FY26
Indian Railways has increased passenger fares twice in the fiscal year to address losses from passenger services and reduce freight user burdens. The hikes aim to improve financial sustainability while keeping fare increases modest and avoiding sudden shocks to travellers.
4 min read5 Jan 2026Indians Prefer Vietnam, Sri Lanka Over US & Europe For New Year Vacations | ₹ Fall Impact
The tumble of the Indian rupee is directly leading to a fumble in the festive season holidaying plans for many Indians. Data insights by leading travel verticals now indicate that winter travel plans, especially for that cherished break at the end of the year or ringing in the new year at an exotic locale, are getting altered. #donaldtrump #travel #india #rupee #dollar #investing #narendramodi #vietnam #malaysia
25 Dec 2025Five best places to visit in India during New Year holidays, from Manali to Varkala
Here are five destinations you can visit in India to ring in the New Year with a calm and positive frame of mind.
1 min read17 Dec 2025From Europe to the Maldives: How a weak rupee is rewriting travel budgets
The rupee's slide past ₹90 to the dollar is making overseas travel costlier—not just to the US, but across Europe, the Maldives and parts of Asia, with uneven impact by destination.
6 min read15 Dec 2025From Airbus to bus: Private operators hope to retain travellers as demand rises amid ongoing IndiGo fiasco
Following IndiGo's flight cancellations, bus operators like redBus and Leafybus are seeing a surge in bookings, with redBus reporting a 17% increase. Dynamic pricing has led to a 25% fare rise on high-demand routes as the bus ecosystem adapts to the influx of travelers.
4 min read11 Dec 2025