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BALI
LOMBOK
INDIAN OCEANBALI SE ALHRHOTELTHE OBEROI BEACH RESORT (^) |^ Lombok, Indonesia
There’s nothing more luxurious than being surrounded by a literal sea
of fresh azure. The newly restored Oberoi Lombok has all the makings
of an idyllic getaway, from grand villas replete with private pools and
ocean or garden views to restaurants that meld local and international
cuisine with finesse. Between diving into its infinity pool and getting
stress-melting Balinese massages, you may not even want to wander
beyond the grounds your whole trip. oberoihotels.com
RESTAUR ANT
ITC ROYAL BENGAL (^) |^
Kolkata
The baronial ITC Royal Bengal’s
on our radar right now – and not
just because it promises some
truly stunning views. Jazz bar The
Brass Room is rife with that old-
world charm Kolkata is associated
with – ideal for your end-of-day
whisky-cigar routine. Meanwhile,
vegetarians will find their Mecca in
the Royal Vega. Keep an eye out for
the “Sheherwali” menu, the royal
cuisine of Murshidabad. If neither
is your speed, there’s also buffet
restaurant Grand Market Pavilion
and tea room Darjeeling Lounge to
choose from. itchotels.in
WORDS: SAUMYAA VOHRA. IMAGE: OBEROI HOTELS & RESORTS (THE OBEROI BEACH RESORT LOMBOK), AMANKORA BHUTAN (AMANKORA POPPY TREK)