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From the editor
These days, travel feels a little different. It’s no longer just about ticking off landmarks or escaping the daily grind – it’s about why we go. More of us are looking for trips that offer purpose, whether it’s taking part in one of the big seven marathons or setting off on a journey towards healing.
That’s why wellness travel is having a real moment. According to the Global Wellness Institute, the sector is on track to hit over US$8.5 trillion by 2027 – and it makes sense. After everything we’ve all been through, who doesn’t want to come back from a trip feeling better than when they left?
Which brings us to India, for a tale of two cities in the state of Kerala: the capital city of Trivandrum, where ancient Ayurvedic wellness retreats have been practising ancient healing long before it was trendy, and Kochi, with its fascinating blend of colonial-era architecture, delicious food and backwater experience. It’s the kind of trip that fills your cup, in every sense.
From there, it’s off to Henley-on-Thames, a charming riverside town outside London that comes alive this month with the Royal Regatta. Think rowing rivalries, champagne by the water and the occasional royal-spotting. If you’re in the area, it’s well worth a visit.
Then there’s Jakarta, where we meet some of the city’s most inspiring voices in hospitality – a world barista champ, a passionate walking tour guide and a next-gen hotelier, each showing us how travel is evolving into something far more personal.
Wherever you go next, I hope you find something that stays with you. That means something. That leaves you better, calmer, more curious. That’s the kind of journey worth taking.
Go forth and wander!
Elizabeth Soong
Editor
