| | JULY 20259CHRONICLESHOMESCHRONICLESHOMESSUJAN The Serai, RajasthanDrawing inspiration from the designs of Rajputana's royal caravan sites, SUJAN The Serai is a sustainable retreat of calm settlement on a 100-acre private estate of indigenous desert hub. Among the heavenly haven of peace, treatments at the SUJAN spa leave you with ever-lasting soothed and rejuvenated experiences.In this eco-luxury villa, you can enjoy your joyful evenings there with the view of the desert sky enjoying the ancient melodies of fabulous local musicians. They have 14 tented suites, 6 luxury tented suites with their private walled-in gardens sunken, Jacuzzi jets, and heated dip pools. The elite royal tented suite has its own outdoor pool, spa, lounge tents, and dining.Why stay here· The Serai dining & cuisine serves sumptuous local delicacies as well as delicious Western repasts drawn from inherited recipes. It gives you eclectic fare using fresh homegrown organic ingredients.· SUJAN SPA at The Serai, Jaisalmar by Rosamund Freeman-Atwood, at globally renowned Raison d'Etre.· Experience the best local flavors through a farm-to-table approach, giving you an unforgettable gastronomic journey.Barefoot at Havelock, Andaman & Nicobar IslandsDrawing inspiration from the spirit of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the resort remains a testimony of untouched landscape, tribal green architecture, and diverse food cuisines. As a getaway from daily life, the resort sits in serendipity. The crisp ocean air and the views of the vegetation create a "sense" of silence around the resort.The Radhanagar Beach resort is full of possibilities. Watch the sun rise or set, or put your newly experienced skin in the water. For example, try stand paddling, taking a kayak, or diving. Enjoy a trek across the island and cool off in the ocean.Why stay here· Take a leisurely walk around our rainforest resort to discover a wonderful environment of endemic trees, birds, and animals.· Take a stroll through the amazing Mahua jungle area. Listen for crashing waves in the distance and scout for exotic birds at the same time.· Take a guided walk to a secluded beach at Kalapathar for a swim or simply relax.Evolve Back Kabini, KarnatakaOnce known as Orange County, Evolve Back Kabini, is located on the banks of the Kabini River, adjacent to Nagarhole National Park. The architectural design of the resort draws on the local tribal Hadis (villages), while at the same time providing high-level accommodation with plunge pools and lakeside decks.The resort takes its green practices seriously -- they compost organic waste, reuse water using a sewage treatment plant, and employ local people (over 90 percent of the staff is local).They employ a naturalist team that takes guests on guided walks and boat safaris with an emphasis on low-impact wildlife tourism. We also like that they have eliminated plastic and are committed to local employment.Why stay here· Two-sided by the Kabini river, Kabini exemplifies a vernacular aspect of luxury, which is wonderfully liberating.· Some of the most unique honeymoon options available.Image Credit: images.trvl-media.com
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