Susmita Baral is a senior editor at Travel + Leisure. With a decade of experience, she specializes in food, travel, climate science, and culture, often exploring themes related to tourism, luxury accommodations, and the beauty industry. Her work has been featured in notable publications including BBC Travel, Harper's Bazaar, and National Geographic.
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To overpack or underpack? It's the eternal travel dilemma, especially when it comes to beauty.
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Long before the accolades, TV appearances, and Michelin-starred kitchens, Melissa King was a child perched on a stool, stir-frying vegetables beside
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Chef Melissa King tells T+L where she likes to eat in San Francisco.
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A private-island stay in Indonesia balances marine conservation with blissful barefoot luxury.
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A private-island stay in Indonesia balances marine conservation with blissful barefoot luxury. The resort prioritizes conservation with efforts like protecting sea turtles and restoring coral reefs.
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Beach Plum Farm offers an immersive farm-to-table dining experience with menus based on freshly harvested ingredients.
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Hong Kong is steadily emerging as a major cruise hub in Asia. In 2025, the city hosted nearly 190 cruise ship calls—a 25 percent increase compared to the previous year.
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Situated in one of downtown Charleston's most vibrant neighborhoods, the hotel places guests steps from the city's best dining, shopping, and nightlife.
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Along Turkey's sun-drenched Aegean coast, Bodrum has emerged as one of the Mediterranean's most captivating destinations.
By: Susmita Baral
A former fishing village, Bodrum is home to luxury hotels, beach clubs, and rich history.
