Preethi 🌏 Travel

A glimpse from @oppoindia’s biggest launch ✨ The Find X10 series and ecosystem packs a punch, with a triple 200 MP camera co-developed with Hasselblad, 4K Cine Grade HDR video with 17-stop dynamic range, and LUMO True Image Engine for a whole new imaging experience. Can’t wait to take the Find X10 Pro Max on my next trip, which is happening super sooooon! #OPPOFindX10Series #TrueToTheMoment

NO place does Navratri the way Gujarat does! Ahmedabad goes ALL OUT, and I got to really feel it all through some super local experiences, put together by @renaissanceahmedabadhotel as part of their Navigator experience. Save this one for next year’s Navratri, but go whenever you can to see what makes this city tick ♥️ Thanks for the hosted stay, @renaissanceahmedabadhotel !

This is the OG way to do Navratri! Gujarat really goes all out. Shopped till I dropped, ate my way through the city, decided to wing it at garba with zero experience and was pleasantly surprised by how lovely and helpful the people around me were, and discovered a very real side to Ahmedabad. Age-old traditions, age-old restaurants, so thrilled I got to do all of this! Hit up @renaissanceahmedabadhotel Navigator desk for their immersive programs when you stay with them, you’ll find new ways to experience a place. Thanks for the stay, @renaissanceahmedabadhotel !

Colour maxxing at the mostttt colourful time of the year ✨ This is the first Navratri I’ve gone out to play garba with my girls and I gettt itttt! The energy is so electric ⚡️ And we got to watch @falgunipathak12 singing some childhood favourites live, which was a bucket list experience I didn’t know I had lol ANY 90s kid would get it 😅 My 2 cents - go with a group. Wear comfyyyy shoes. Drink a ton of water, you don’t even know where it’ll go. And you can never be overdressed for garba so max out 🤓 Wearing everything from Rani no Hajiro, Ahmedabad Shoes from @greensole And biggggg ups to the @charlottetilbury setting spray, my face didn’t MOVE 😅 [navratri, garba, mumbai Navratri]

A village that’s art itself, creating something so unique it’s actually been recognised with a Geographical Indication! This is Pattachitra - a style of art where even the canvas and ink are made from scratch. This is over 1000 years old, and is STILL being done and passed down through generations. And what an absolute privilege to be able to sit in the homes of such talented artists who pour their soul into their work and make something this beautiful. It’s incredible how the art extends beyond its original form as well - today you’d even find Pattachitra art on tussar sarees, face masks, kettles, coasters, and other daily objects that basically light the space up. Its turned into a design language itself. 📍Raghurajpur, Odisha. The only place in the world where this is done, in the homes of national award-winning artists. Explore the authorised artisans of Odisha Pattachitra here: https://search.ipindia.gov.in/GIRPublicSearch/Application/Details/88 #OdishaPattachitra #IndianCrafts #GIStories #IncredibleIndia #IndianArt

One of India’s most premium silks, that comes from this tiny village in Odisha. I love the look and feel of a Tussar. Seeing a Gopalpur Tussar come to life was not on my bingo card but being here has made me appreciate this intricate craft so much more! Wild silkworms producing gold threads that are all natural, creating sarees which are hand spun and woven with precise technique, some taking months to finish, and it all starts in a family’s home in Gopalpur. I was left speechless. And it’s everywhere - contemporary brands like MUJI, COS have adapted elements of this fabric into breathable, fluid silhouettes that work for everyday work fits, incorporating tussar into minimalist wardrobes. It’s no surprise that the Gopalpur Tussar has earned a Geographical Indication. Born through human movement and cultural evolution, this Tussar saree is now only made here, and nowhere else. Discover the authorized producers behind Gopalpur Tussar Fabrics: https://search.ipindia.gov.in/GIRPublicSearch/Application/Details/167 #GopalpurTussar #IndianHandloom #IndianTextiles #GIStories #IncredibleIndia

Fully natural, so unique, and a functional souvenir! And YES, literally $1! You’ll see these everyyywhetr in Jema el Fnaa in Marrakech. My 2 cents - they’re really great, but use a very light layer as a stain. They’re not waterproof, and I learned that the hard (funny) way 😅 [morocco, marrakesh, Morocco shopping, Moroccan lipstick, aker fassi]

That one time in the year when Mumbai feels ALIVE! My first time experience Ganpati out on the roads with the people, and I felt all of it at a visceral level - the dhol-tasha, the dancing, the fervour, the devotion, the GANPATI BAPPA MORYA! Bidding farewell to Bappa, only to welcome him back next year. Captured on the OPPO Find X9S. #OPPOFindX9 #shotonoppo

My first reaction was - ‘well, THIS is new!’ When you leave the chaos of the city and the crowds of the lake, and head straight into the Aravalli hills, the world slows down a little and you get to savour so much more ✨ I’ve been to Udaipur before, but this is the first time I saw this side of it. NEVER getting over the views from @fatehcollectionudaipur ! The vintage cars were a crazy cool highlight, we met some amazing people in the village, and the food really stole the show. The team is super helpful, the property is really beautiful, and it’s perfect for a weekend getaway. Spent a few quiet days here, and can’t wait to come back!

Thousands of photos with nowhere to go and I sometimes miss posting just because ☺️ A moment for this gorgeous shrug from @shobhinibytinikomal . Got SO many compliments on this and all those colours made me feel so happy ☺️☺️

Ditch the AI trend, LIVE it instead! You can spend an entire day feeling like a royal from another era here ✨ @fatehcollectionudaipur has such a stunninngggg collection of vintage cars, maintained really well, and they take you to a local village, explore timeless traditions, drive around the Aravalli hillside and really make you feel so pampered, no less than royalty 👸🏻 They’ll drive you in some of their best cars, and I gotta add, the decision to let you drive or not is entirely theirs. These are classic cars from bygone eras, so a little extra care is always going to be taken ☺️ Driving the Willys was my favourite part. Which one would you pick? [udaipur, vintage cars India, Udaipur itinerary, where to stay in Udaipur, what to do in udaipur]

Don’t book a hotel in Morocco 🇲🇦 Because THIS exists! It’s peak luxury and local hospitality, and can pretty much change your entire experience ✨ And yes, you’ll find a riad for absolutely any budget, and the experience will be unparalleled. Featured - @palais_faraj_fes (Fes) and @darechchaouenriad (Chefchaouen). [morocco, Fes, Chefchaouen, riad, Morocco hotel, where to stay in morocco]

Felt v pretty ☺️ A room full of gorgeous, smart, kind, accomplished women has an incredibly elevated energy, and I felt every bit of it at Sarees and Sangrias. Such a beautiful evening! Thank you for having us, @ramyarao.cv @kavearchavali ! Love what you’re doing with @kalaneca ♥️ Radhika and my Ajrakh sarees are from @theloomsaree My jewellery is from a local store in Udaipur. Amma’s saree is an Ikat from @srinath_fabrics We be handloom girlies, and we get it from our mommy 🤓

It’s really a whole mix of flavours and each newer than the last! My favourite out of everything I ate in Morocco is probably the Msemen - a flatbread stuffed with a mix of potato and onion and spices and yes, VERY aloo-paratha-coded, and the BEST part is it’s a street snack! Save this one, and try them ALL 😍 On your w/ @visit_morocco_ @intrepid_marketing #visitmorocco #kingdomoflight [morocco travel, Morocco itinerary, visit Morocco, Fes, Marrakech, Morocco food, Moroccan food, tagine]

Onam wishes to all celebrating! A little throwback to our Kerala trip - left a piece of our hearts back in the misty hills of Vagamon, and maybe next time, we’ll recreate this in Kasavus ☺️ How are you celebrating today? #onam2026

SO SMELLY they literally give you mint to stuff into your nose 🍃 And that smell? Pigeon poop. Cow urine. All of it mixed and marinating here, so yeah it’s STRONG! But man, it’s a sight to see from a rooftop for sure. If you go before 5:30pm, you’ll actually see people working here and they might let you down into the work area if you want a closer look. The best time would be around 9 am when they start work. There’s no entry fee and there are lots of rooftops you can see this from. Worth it for the experience! 📍: Chouara Tannery, Fes [morocco, Morocco itinerary, things to do in morocco]

Never seen Rajasthan like this before ✨ I stayed at Fateh Garh by @fatehcollectionudaipur , and every single experience was one for the books. The vintage car collection, the fact that I got to drive a couple of them (!!!), the incredible food, top-notch hospitality and the 360 views! I’ve never seen Udaipur like this. @fatehcollectionudaipur has 2 more properties in the same area - Fateh Vilas and Khas Mahal, and both offer the same experiences. Traveling in India during monsoons can be challenging, but this is honestly now one of my favourite options ♥️ [udaipur, Rajasthan travel, Udaipur travel, hotels in rajasthan]

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Everything about this country is beautiful 🤩 Every landscape you could imagine - sea, desert, valleys, plains, mountains… it has it all. Culture so vibrant and effusive, and a shared love for Bollywood and Shah Rukh Khan! Royal architecture and elements you’d want to bring back, and you CAN, for prices you wouldn’t believe 😅 Food that’s full of flavour 🍛 If your 2026 getaway isn’t planned yet, this is your answer 😊 On tour w/ @visit_morocco_ @intrepid_marketing #visitmorocco #kingdomoflight #intrepidmarketingandcommunications

Stunned by how intricate this is! Details ⬇️ Where - Ashoka Arts, Gangaur Ghat, Udaipur Cost - Rs. 150 per nail The nails last around 2-3 days. You can choose from designs they have or find something you’d like and the artist can do it for you. You’ll also see artists painting, and trust me, watching a miniature painting come to life is something you need to see. Such a pretty thing to bring back home! [udaipur, Rajasthan, Udaipur nail art]

A historical market that once fed Mumbai has now inspired a burger 🤤 Another spinoff on my Mumbai series, and there is SUCH a fascinating story here!! All the flavours of this iconic Mumbai market, now on the menu of a legacy Bombay restaurant ✨ Woodside Inn’s Beer and Burger festival is back for its 19th year, and this time, it’s inspired by bazaars around the world. Here are all the deets - Where: Woodside Inn, Colaba, Bandra and Andheri, and for the first time ever, Indiranagar, Bangalore When: now till 16th Aug What: 5 epic burgers, 3 insane sandwiches, and 6 innovative craft brews that’ll make you want to come back Because I absolutely did, already 😁

Just SO vibrant and lively! ✨ This country really has it all - every kind of landscape, colourful architecture, rich flavours… every city looked different 😍 Had so much fun exploring the camera features on the OPPO Reno16! They made it effortless to turn my trip into a travel diary, capturing and bringing together some of my favourite moments - all shot on the OPPO Reno16! ✨ #OPPOReno16Series #LiveInTheMoment #LiveItYourWay #ShotonOPPO @oppoindia

Who are the Aryans? Where have they come from? There are stories. There are myths. There are facts. And then there’s what you would want to believe. Anything can make for a good story - that they come from Greece or Macedonia, or that their ancestry is so unique and pure that women came here to get pregnant… And there’s a lot of information we’re given from a hundred sources but ultimately, it’s on us to be curious and respectful of a culture that’s been here for thousands of years and has only just become accessible to us. I loved how open the people were to talk to us and share their stories, how sweetly they fixed my hair and let me try on their headpiece, how GENUINE they are. The people ALWAYS make a place for me, and I really fell in love with Ladakh because of them. This is Aryan Valley during Chuli Mendok, April 2026. [apricot blossom festival, Ladakh, Aryan valley]

Episode 3 of my Mumbai series! Meet the Zoroastrian community of Mumbai. And there’s more ⬇️ ✨There’s a third calendar - the Kadmi calendar which was created to reconcile the first two. ✨Most surnames translate to what they do - such as Sodabottleopenerwala, Daruwala, Furniturewala - or where they’re from - Bulsara from Valsad . Some reflect Persian roots - think Boman Irani - and some are legacy old Bombay families - Wadia, Vatcha. ✨When they arrived, they were given allocated colonies - known as Baugs. You must’ve heard of Dadar Parsi colony, Cusrow Baug. These are given to the Parsi panchayat and can never be taken back. ✨An agiary is a fire temple, an Atash Behram is the highest grade of fire temple. Only Parsis can enter these houses of worship. In my experience, Parsis are some of the warmest, most fun people to hang out with and I’ve always felt so easy with them. Credits - A lot of discussion happened with @thetinytaster before I wrote this, and Roxanne also shared some beautiful footage from Navroz, and for also inviting me to cool new places for great food and company! @zerxeswadia and @doctorofpossibilities were so kind to share footage from their wedding ceremonies for this, along with some veryyyy fun clips of Parsis being, well, Parsis. @karlkolah ‘s beautiful pictures of the Haft-Sin table at Navroz were the first I’ve seen of this, and he shared them for this video. I had a lot of fun working on this one and if you did too, then follow along, because I have atleast 5 more coming up! [parsis in mumbai, Zoroastrians in Mumbai, Iranis in Mumbai, strait of Hormuz, Navroz, nowruz, mumbai community]

One of the most beautiful places in the world ✨ It takes one single moment to destroy what’s taken years to build. Recovery isn’t easy, but here, the locals are trying. And you really SEE it at @welcomhotel.pinenpeak_pahalgam . The team is so invested in helping the local families who are so dependent on tourism get back on their feet that they’ve designed experiences with them - experiences that became my favourites, because this is where you actually get to understand the heart of Pahalgam. This is where you truly feel what Kashmiri hospitality is. Where you live their culture with them, and so, understand it more. One of the most beautiful places on earth, waiting to welcome you with open arms. Coming back is not easy, but maybe we can be part of the story. @welcomhotel.pinenpeak_pahalgam is doing it right, and I’ll come back here again and again. [kashmir, pahalgam, Kashmir travel, @sparkplug_inc ]

From not being a mountain person at ALL, to suddenly having my heart full and mind blown in Ladakh 🤯 I’m still processing, and it’s hard to put into words. ‘Beautiful’ doesn’t do justice. Something about the rough, ruggedness of the mountains and the soft, pretty femininity of the apricot blooms coexisting in the SAME landscape altered my brain chemistry a little. This feels like one of those experiences I need to sit down with my journal for, and keep going until it starts making sense in my own head. Idk what to tell you. Yet. But one thing is for sure - Ladakh showed me there is still space in my heart to let nice things in. So much. I can’t remember the last time I felt as deeply when I travelled. So freakin’ grateful! 🌸 #ladakh #apricotfestival #chulimendok #shotoniphone17e #aryanvalley

Never in my LIFE did I think I would get to see this 🤯 From 1947 till 1971, this village was in Gilgit Baltistan, held there after partition, and overnight in 1971, the border changed. India reclaimed these villages, and they became a part of India again. You even get to see the border. There is debate on the culture. The locals say ‘this is the same culture as what is in Pakistan.’ We know it as inherently Indian. I find it hard to ‘correct’ the people living there; I don’t have their lived experience, only access to information. Maybe we call it what it is - Balti. Balti culture is unique, and this movement of borders has historically caused pain on both sides, torn families, lost lineages. The villages are a part of India. Those who stayed on this side are Indians citizens now, feel very much a part of India, retain their culture, and are happy to share it with us! They’re honestly so friendly and welcoming and so proud of their culture that they WANT to share it with us, if we ask. All shots here are taken with consent, even the children’s, and their adults. My curiosity was met with willingness. People carry years of stories and culture and beliefs with them, and I’ve found a little bit of curiosity goes a long, long way. Ladakh has truly blown my mind and altered my brain chemistry, and there’s still so much more. Chuli Mendok - the apricot blossom festival - might be the most beautiful part of it, but the stories here have my whole heart ♥️ [tyakshi, border village, nubra valley, Ladakh, apricot blossom festival India, apricot blossom ladakh 2026]

Details here ⬇️ This is India’s most epic flight. Some window seat views deserve to be seen in landscape. Flight details - Mumbai to Leh Left side of the plane (A) is best Right side (F) is also great lol you’re flying above the mountains; you can’t go wrong. Try to avoid 12-18 rows else your view will be blocked by the wing Landing in Leh is a mad experience 😍 [leh, ladakh, leh flight]

Tamizh Puthandu greetings to all celebrating! 🎉 We Tamilians celebrate new year today, and that had me thinking, what year is it, even? India’s running on multiple timelines at the same time, and I find that fascinating and also really cool, because this really takes ‘being on your own timeline’ to a very literal level 😄 God, the more I learn, the more my mind is blown. What year are you on? [Tamil new year, India calendars, new year in india]

One of India’s rarest festivals 🌸 Chuli Mendok is celebrated to welcome spring, and the Brokpa tribe of Aryan Valley welcomes you to their home with so much warmth and love, I didn’t want to leave. Yes, the apricot blossoms turn the rugged terrains of Ladakh’s valleys into a thing of beauty, but being part of a celebration this vibrant and getting to actually speak to the people remains a highlight for me! Come for the blossoms, stay for the stories. Talk to them. Be curious. They’re so happy to share their festival with the world. Chuli Mendok happens in April. Save this one so you don’t miss out! [ladakh, Aryan valley, apricot blossoms 2026, leh, @utladakhtourism ]

WHAT is this country 🤯 Not Japan. Not Switzerland. Not South Korea. This is literally happening right now, just a few hours away. Seeing the raw, rugged Himalayan landscape transform into a soft, feminine thing of beauty with apricot blossoms bursting into bloom is a bucket list moment imprinted into my brain 🌸 India’s surprising me every single day, and I LOVE IT 🥰 📍: the Chuli Mendok festival, Ladakh [ladakh, leh, India travel, apricot blossoms, Himalayas]

They’re just big kitties 🥺 The cubs of Gir are the cutest little babies and it’s easy to forget they’re predators when they behave like THIS 😂 That said, stay inside your jeep. It looks like a large unmoving thing which doesn’t fit a lion’s definition of prey. As long as you’re in the jeep with your guide, you’re fine! Safaris were organised by @araiyagir when I stayed with them. And I’ve already shared costs and other details in a carousel on my profile 😊 [gir, gir national park, lion safari, safari in India, asiatic lion]

Upto 70% off on international luxury brands, and SO many options! Stopping at @siampremiumoutletsbangkok is a GREAT idea if you want to shop for luxury pieces at throwaway prices, jewellery, shoes, you name it, it’s all here. It’s 15 minutes from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Keep some time on hand because you’ll need it 😅 So happy with my haul! On tour w/ @tat_india #AmazingThailand [bangkok shopping, luxury shopping, Thailand shopping]

The ONLY place in the whole world where you can see the Asiatic lion, and one of India’s BEST safaris! 🦁 Save this one! The weekend I spent at @araiyagir was UNFORGETTABLE - 🦁 15 LIONS!! 15!!! 2 kings, 5 lionesses and 8 cubs over 2 safaris 🦁 Crazy good naturalists who KNOW the jungle so this mad sighting was possible 🦅 SO MANY birds!! Green pigeons, kingfishers, owls, eagles, and lots more; Gir is a PARADISE for birding too! 🥘 Tried a Kathiawadi thali for the first time and it is YUM!! 🏊🏼‍♀️ My villa with its private pool was the perfect place to relax between safaris 👬🏽The staff is super helpful and welcoming - made the stay even better tbh The details - ☀️ April to mid-June for highest lion sightings, October to March for pleasant weather 🤑 Cost per safari - Rs. 5000-7000 per jeep for Indians (incl permits) 🏨 @araiyagir manages all the bookings and permits for safaris when you stay with them so you don’t need to figure this out ✈️ It’s 2 hours from Diu airport 🤸🏽‍♀️ There are indoor games, a gym, a pool, and a kid’s play area 👵 Senior-friendly, with ground-level rooms and buggies to get around Tip - Book atleast 2 safaris to increase your chances of seeing lions It’s perfect for a weekend getaway. Save this, and hit up @araiyagir to book! [gir national park, gir lion safari, asiatic lion, safaris in India, wildlife tourism]

This is a wildlife DREAM come true!! 🤩 Wild Asiatic lions can only be found HERE, and it’s honestly so easy to do, but entry is restricted to only 50 vehicles a safari, so it sells out months in advance. I stayed at @araiyagir, a luxury resort close to the national park, and it was a GREAT DECISION - 🦁 They manage ALL the permits and bookings, so you don’t have to figure those out separately 🦁 You NEED a good naturalist in the park and @araiyagir has the BEST - shoutout to @hiteshchauhan1802 , he KNOWS the jungle and I lucked out because of that! 🦁 They manage the airport transfers to and from Diu 🦁 You’ll want to rest after the safari and my villa with its private pool was perfect - I slept like a baby in that bed! 🦁 The Kathiawadi thali is AMAZING! Didn’t want to stop eating haha 🦁 Super friendly and helpful staff, great service, and a space that lets you relax fullyyyy Had the best few days here and can’t wait to return! Thank you for the wonderful time, @araiyagir ♥️ [gir national park, Gujarat, safari in India, asiatic lion safari]

NOT Masai Mara NOT Serengeti NOT Kruger 12 LIONS in a single safari!!! 4 lionesses. 8 cubs. AND 2 kings!!!! IN INDIA!!! A cub suckling on its mother. Cubs gambolling around like babies. A lion PASSING YOUR JEEP!! WHAT are these moments???? 😭 They say the jungle is all about luck. I was very lucky indeed 🍀 Trip of a LIFETIME at Gir National Park with @araiyagir , and a HUGE thanks to naturalist @hiteshchauhan1802 for showing me this! Sharing the details sooooon!!!

This is like going back to Thailand from 10 years ago 🏝️ Lesser crowds because it’s still unexplored, beautiful beaches to just chill at or go snorkeling from in waters so STUNNING that they call this island the Maldives of Thailand! In fact this is closer to Malaysia, so it’s an easy addition to your Thailand or Malaysia itinerary (or both)! Also, Southern Thailand food is a revelation 🍛🤤 Save this and head here the next time you’re in Southeast Asia. Be nice and responsible okay? Untouched places are this beautiful BECAUSE they’re untouched, but a little bit of personal responsibility can keep it that way 😊 On tour with @tat_india #AmazingThailand #SmileAtSouth

Okay, but HOW IS IT SO BEAUTIFUL?! 🤩 🪸 🤯 I love the water. I LOVE it, and I used to feel really dependent on others to be able to capture shots like this for me. Now I’m not. I’ve been using the Insta360 X5 on land, but the Invisible Dive Housing has changed the game and HOW! The 360 stitching is seamless! My settings - Turn on Dive Mode on the insta 360 X5 Turn on AquaVision and Dolby Vision while editing for literally one step to fab colours! That’s it. Hold on, booking more dive trips to max this out 😄 @insta360indiaofficial #insta360x5 #insta360 #invisibledivehousing #thailand #girlswhodive

Eid Mubarak to all celebrating ✨ I’ve lived in Mumbai for 20 years and I thought I knew this city. Then I sat at a Bohri wedding, around a Thaal with 7 others, eating in a way that made me go 🤯 (watch till the end to find out) and realised there’s so much I don’t know! This community has been part of Mumbai’s fabric since the 1800s. And every year, this street lights up with celebrations that I’m only seeing for the first time ✨ Bhendi Bazaar is considered the heart of the Dawoodi Bohra community, largely because of Raudat Tahera, a mausoleum located at its center. It houses the graves of Syedna Taher Saifuddin and Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin, two of the most revered spiritual leaders of the community. Devotees from across the world visit to pay their respects, which is what gives Bhendi Bazaar its strong cultural and religious identity. And they do things so differently to even other Muslim cultures - The follow a different calendar, so they already know their festival dates without waiting for the crescent moon 🌙 Women enter the masjid 🕌 Meals start and end with salt 🧂 Meals are in fact designed for community 🍛 So much we see, and so much we don’t. Thank you, @rashidaafsar14 , for all your help on this one! ♥️ This is episode 2 of my series on Mumbai’s hidden diasporas, and I’m working on so many more! Follow along and stay tuned

But also, why not 🤓 I LOVE Thailand. It’s the one country I keep coming back to and this time I’m here with the tourism board for a very exciting week of exploring 😍 Island life incoming! 🏝️ Saree: @theloomsaree Corset: @sakhe.in Bag: Janpath @tat_india #AmazingThailand #SmileAtSouth

Thailand tip you didn’t know you needed ✨ Some souvenirs look cute on a shelf… and some quietly become part of your travel routine. The Siangpure Yellow Balm has been my quick reset after long walking days, and the Siangpure Oil Roller is the one thing I keep reaching for when I’m on the move. Small, practical, and honestly one of the most useful things I picked up here. 📍Grab them at Big C Ratchadamri, Boots, Dear Tummy or King Power. A tiny Thai travel essential that’s definitely coming home with me. 💛 #thaiSouvenirs #wellnessOnTheGo #travelEssentials #Siangpure #SiangpureYellowBalm

@apple keeping it fresh with some yummy new launches ✨ 💻 the new MacBook Neo - if you’re considering switching to a Mac, this is the perfect starting point. Power-packed performance, easy to size, gorgeous colours, at an incredible price point 📱 the iPad and iPad mini with the M4 chip, making it faster, and a longer battery life. Crazy Apple Intelligence upgrades too! Drooling over the lavender one 💜 📞 hello, iPhone 17e! Lightweight model, 48MP camera, double the storage at the same price point as its earlier generation. The blush pink is my favourite shade 🤩 Video editing also gets smarter with the new upgrades to FCPx, which I can’t wait to try. Brb gonna go play around a bit 🤩

The world’s LARGEST living structure tha can be seen from outer space, a natural wonder of the world, and something we can see SO closely 🪸 If this is not a bucket list experience, I don’t know what is. Here’s something I love about Australia - there’s more than one way to experience the same thing. So if THIS is something you want to see, here’s every way you can - ✈️ fly above in a seaplane (you’ll be blown away by the sheer scale of it) 🤿 Snorkel among the shallow reefs 🧜🏽‍♀️ Scuba dive to the deeper reefs, explore at night and reef sharks will come up and say hi Really nothing like it 😍 [australia, Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, Australia travel, cairns, Brisbane, Whitsundays, natural wonder]

Just THAT beautiful! 😍 The islands only allow limited visitors in a day. You can’t stay overnight because it’s a protected national park. The only way to experience these is on a day trip or a diving liveaboard. The BEST part? It’s not even that far! Can’t way to go back to diiiiive 😍

A moment for this Banarasi ✨ My mom @p.prema28 loves her sarees, and I picked this up from a weaver in Banaras. Amma looks gorgeous in it and I had a not-so-secret desire to drape it myself and @kirpitkaurarora ‘s wedding gave me a reason 🥰 Felt like a princess at this queen’s wedding ♥️ God I love dressing up and especially in my mom’s sarees and alsooo shoutout to the makeup for not melting off in Delhi’s heat! 😄 Saree - locally bought in Banaras Earrings - @shopkitakaturi

I know exactly when I turned into this person, and I love it 🥰 I LOVE how my body can support me through my mad adventures now, wayyy better than before! Man, what a difference! And turns out it was easier than I thought. But really, I’m just proud of myself for dealing with food guilt - no punishment anymore, just recalibration, and I’m happier that way ☺️ [fitness, travel and fitness, fitness on the go, body positivity body neutrality, healthy eating, lifestyle]

What do we love about love stories? The characters? The plot twists? The funny, endearing side characters who could maybe have spinoffs of their own? All of the above, but also - The yearning. The plot twists that you don’t see coming; the ones which make the hero someone we root for? The friends who become family, and the friends who make you theirs. The surprises that feel like balloons blooming in your chest. Every emotion that makes you laugh till you wheeze, cry because you can’t hold it in anymore, and bask in a shared warmth. Eventually, the happy ending. Or just another happy beginning. Because what is a story if not a collection of beautifully written chapters? These 3 days were all of this and more, and I am so glad I could see the start of the new chapter @chloester_and_coco and @weewee2205 are writing! I met Siba for the first time on a trip to the Maldives, where @monkey.inc introduced us (love you bb). The guy’s cracked up sense of humour had me rolling. But over the past few years, I got to see this caring, fierce, sensitive side to him. I saw the guy who can make a group laugh, but also someone who would fight to the ends for those he loves, I saw a friend who cares so damn much, and I saw a guy who found the love of his life. The energy was palpable. 3 days passed in a blur and left us with aching feet, torn voices and tired bodies but in the best way, and we left with full hearts and mad wedding withdrawal symptoms! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness @chloester_and_coco and @weewee2205 ! Outfits - Blue-green kanjivaram from @hayagriva_silkhouse Haldi lehenga is my sister’s Sangeet lehenga - had it stitched 10 years ago (still fits, flex lol)

You can FEEL the energy thrumming when you arrive here! I found this while walking around the main square and it’s actually quite popular among the locals as well - some do it at the end of the day on their way home to return with renewed energy. Sometimes you see similarities with your own culture and it’s still so new. Felt like a good way to step into the country for me! [mexico, CDMX, Mexico City, la limpia]

That colour is 100% real 🤯 El Golfo’s bright green lagoon sits inside a half-submerged volcanic crater. It was formed thousands of years ago when molten lava met the sea and collapsed inward, and the striking shade against the black volcanic sand and crashing blue waves makes for something straight out of a surreal postcard. Just one of the manyyyyy parts of Lanzarote that made my jaw drop 😱 #lanzarote #canaryislands #spain

What did I even SEE!! 😱 This planet is UNREAL and it’s crazy that you can basically travel back in time and see a part of the world that’s preserved since the Ice Age! Diving in a cenote is a core memory. Exciting? Yes. Scary? Could be. I loved every second of it though. Mind bending? 100%!! If there’s ONE thing I’ll go back to Mexico for, it’s this! You need to be advance certified to go on a cenote dive, so take this as your sign to book that scuba diving course you’ve been putting off! [mexico, tulum, cenote diving, scuba diving, girls who dived girls that scuba]

You and who? THIS feeling >>> Getting ready for the main event IS another main event and I can’t even imagine what it’s like to not have this with your girl. Love doing life with you, @monkey.inc ☺️♥️🥰

Uncle was a pookie 🎀 Uncle saw me wandering and looking for food in a local market. Uncle asked me to join him and his friends. Uncle ordered for me. Uncle wanted to learn Hindi and opened up a video, and I helped him out. By the end of it, uncle was able to say quite a few things! 😃 Uncle was a cutie and turned an ordinary day in Mexico City to a memory that I had the sense to record 🥹 Travel really gives you precious moments, and that’s why I love it so much 🥰

Just IMAGINE if this was the entire world! 🥹 It takes seeing ONE person live like the world is fully THEIRS for you to believe it can be YOURS too! Atleast, that’s what it was like for me when I saw STUNNING Jamaican women owning whatever space they walked into 🤩 To feel fully free and loved in your skin as you are is probably the most liberating experience ever. Can’t wait to go back to the Caribbean 😍 [jamaica, Caribbean, body positivity]

Where my ‘I feel fat’ girlies at? 🫠 So many times have I bought clothes a size larger because in my head, I AM that big. I’m not anymore, but the way I see myself didn’t change while my body did. No day is the same. Some days I feel like garbage and some days I feel like there’s no diamond sparklier than me; I guess it’s a world of multitudes and we just live in it, but also I’m glad I’m able to identify dysmorphia for what it is. The one truth is - you never know what your body actually looks like. You are your worst critic. Nobody else sees your flaws the way you do. Dysmorphia sucks. But the good news is - NOBODY sees your flaws the way you do - just ask your best friend ☺️ [body dysmorphia, midsize, midsize girls, body neutrality, body positivity]

HOW can one island have it all? Adventure 🧜🏽‍♀️ Luxury 🏖️ Amazing food 🥘 Beaches 🏝️ AND is also Just 4 hours from India With direct flights Visa free (easy pre arrival authorisation required) There’s SO MUCH to do but also space to kick back and relax and enjoy that gorgeous property you’re staying in. And trust me the food here is some of the best I’ve ever had 🤤 If there’s ONE island you visit this year, let it be this one! Welcome to the Seychelles! 🏝️

Coffee run, but elevated ☕️ Took an early morning walk with @dhruvnarangphotography in Athens, pushed my comfort zone a little, and got these shots that are just 😙🤌🏽

Bringing in the year of the Fire Horse at Mumbai’s only Chinese temple! 🔥🐎 Lunar New Year celebrations in Mumbai hit different at Kuan Kung temple, and it’s an experience, complete with incense and candles and lanterns and fortune reading 🏮 Edit: it’s a Chinese lion dance performed by two people. Details - Location - Mazgaon Cost - free to enter, but Rs. 80-100 for incense offerings (optional) Going for the Chinese new year is an experience, but you can also visit just to understand the culture and meet the people. Check timings on Google before going. SO ready for this year to change things up! Happy Lunar New Year, folks! [lunar new year, Chinese new year, year of the fire horse, mumbai]

Well NOW you know! Turns out I LOVE Mediterranean food. Yogurt is my favourite thing ever (gonna make the honey walnut combo back home), but the thing about feta sort of blew my mind 🤯 As a European country, the easy availability of vegetarian and vegan food was also a pleasant surprise. Save this, and go get some legit Greek food. In Greece, ofc 🥰 [greece, Mediterranean food, Greek food, Greek yogurt]

Someone should’ve brought this up 🫠 Memories are 💯 though 😂

DID YOU SEE IT? 💚💙 Flying over the Great Barrier Reef is one thing, but also spotting the heart? If there’s ONE thing you do in Queensland, Australia, let it be this 🤩♥️ I remember HOW MUCH I prayed to the weather gods to clear the skies so I could see THIS 😍 And what started as a rainy, bumpy ride eventually turned into one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen. I still dream of the Whitsundays. HOW is this even real? 😍 [australia, Queensland, Whitsundays, Great Barrier Reef, heart reef]

It’s on everyone’s wish list, but it’s cooler than you thought. A LOT of words we use today come from Greek. ‘Democracy’, for one - the root words are ‘demos’, meaning ‘people’, and ‘kratia’, meaning ‘power’. The prefix ‘acro’ comes from Greek. It means ‘high’. The words ‘acropolis’, ‘acrophobia’, ‘acrobat’, all refer to something related to height. The Acropolis has seen a LOT through history, and restoration began in the 19th century. 2026 is actually the first year they’ve take the scaffolding off after recent restoration so people can actually see it. One of the biggest revelations to me was the FOOD! I’m making a whole other video about it, but I love how healthy the Mediterranean diet is. Anyway. If you thought this city was just a pretty face or a springboard to other cities in Greece, there’s really way more to it. Go slow, and see it all ♥️ [greece, Greece travel, Greece holiday, Athens, Europe summer destination]

Well this was unexpected. #shotoniphone17promax

Yes, this little thing on my wrist controls a good part of my life, and also yes, I’m very happy to offload to it 💪🏼 Sometimes we don’t know the full potential of something till we’re shown it and see it for ourselves, and that’s exactly what happened with @apple this last weekend at a very fun health and fitness retreat. While I’ve used the Watch so much for travel and fitness and diving, I finallyyyy explored the mindfulness feature, added multiple workout modes, and sorted out some health features on it. My favourite is tracking my sleep, especially when I’m in different timezones! Really tells me when to slow down. If it makes life easier, I’m sold ☺️ #applewatchultra3

Bonus tip at the end! Nothing sponsored here; I’ve paid for everything. In fact, it’s not even paying, it’s investing in yourself, and it pays you BACK a thousand times over! Scroll back on my feed for the previous two videos, and follow along for the next one! [weight loss, weight loss transformation, midsize]

I have NEVER gotten home faster from an airport than I did from here! Istg if it was BOM terminal, I’d have still been waiting for a cab. Yes, facilities are still taking time to be fully set up and functional at Navi Mumbai International Airport, but here’s what’s there so far - 📱 mobile data doesn’t work yet, but WiFi is up and running 🚕 Uber and Ola have counters here, a few local operators also, and Chalo Bus has services to Andheri and Colaba 🛣️ The new roads leading to and from the airport are smooth, wide, and super convenient. The only jam I found was the bottleneck when turning onto Palm Beach Road. I’m the girl who takes her own time exiting an airport because I LOVE watching people meeting their loved ones - it’s SO heart warming, the reunions, the welcomes, the big deal some make out of it, the small gestures that mean the world to someone.. My parents came to pick me up as a surprise and I’ve got to say, this is the most underrated love language ever 🥹♥️ Can’t wait to fly to and from NMI more now! 😃 [navi mumbai international airport, Navi Mumbai, nmia]

Searched ‘2016’ on my phone because everyone is and OMG 🤭 My first time in Italy, and I swore to come back because I loved it so much. I also did a few days solo after @jennim1990 left. Confidence- building era. It was the first - THE VERY FIRST - time I wore a bikini. I was so nervous about it, but NOBODY cared and it felt so liberating. I used to be on Snapchat lol. I went on a helicopter ride over Mumbai and I was THRILLED. Took mom @p.prema28 on a veryyyyy fun trip to Rajasthan where we also surprised my sister. @radhika_parthasarathy and I went to Goa with a few friends - our first time traveling together without parents, I think? Also maybe the last time SHE hugged ME and didn’t swat me away like she does now 🙄 B612 selfies were a thing 🤣 I had more hair on my head and fewer laugh lines, I was maxing out my leaves even while working corporate, it was a time of discovery. In some ways, it feels like I changed so much and in some ways, it feels like so much didn’t change at all. Sometimes I don’t feel a day over 25, and I love it like that, till my knees remind me otherwise lol. Fun throwback!

Goals, without compromise! It’s a new year, and I get it, fitness is probably at the top of your resolutions. Changing your entire lifestyle can feel daunting at the beginning, but it’s one of the best decisions you’ll ever make! And here’s something to sweeten the deal for you, literally - I have a crazyyyy sweet tooth and did not want to give up on my favourite foods, and you know what? I didn’t. I just wrapped out sugar and other sweeteners for @sugarfree.india Green - a zero calorie sweetener that tastes exactly like sugar, but without the calories. It’s made from stevia leaves and is 100% natural, no erythritol, nothing artificial. Switching to better choices has never been easier! #SugarFree #SugarFreeGreen #FitnessKaPehlaKadam #21DaySugarFreeChallenge #NewYear ad

Show me a better morning 🐢🥰� This coastline is where turtles return every year to the EXACT SAME beach they were born on to nest, and this is is one of FEW places in the world where this happens. Best time to visit:�May to September (peak nesting season)�Early-morning or night guided walks only Keep in mind - No flash photography No touching or getting close or chasing!�Red lights only�Always with an official guide The world is filled with magic, if we open our eyes to see it. Unforgettable morning at @rasaljinz_turtlereserve in Oman with @experienceoman . @_buzztravelmarketing_ #experienceoman #beautyhasanaddress #oman

4 things I did that helped me drop 12 kgs (and keep it off!) It took a surgery to wake me up and pay attention to my life, and changing gears meant changing life as I knew it, but I’m GLAD I did, because life as I know it NOW is something I wouldn’t trade for my health ever, ever again! I stopped trying to ‘lose weight’, even though it was the one thing that had consumed me since I was in my teens. I went out to fix my gut, and came back with a different body. Wasn’t a goal, but I ain’t complaining 😅 Sharing tools and tips on making this journey easier in my next video, stay tuned! [midsize, fitness transformation, weight loss, fitness goals]

12 kgs down, AND kept off! This is the first time I’m talking about this. I didn’t lose weight to look ‘good’. I changed my whole life around because of a health scare that woke me up. I think I never actually wanted to address this transformation (despite hundreds of messages) because my goal was just different - I just wanted to be able to 💩 normally. And surprisingly, I felt more confident in that pre body than the post one, but that’s a topic for another video. Lifestyle can take a toll on the body. Just don’t wait for your body to scream at you for attention before you change it. Sharing aaaaall the details of how this transformation happened in my next video, follow along! [midsize, fitness transformation, weight loss, how to lose weight]

My dad had his first ‘take your kid to work’ day yesterday and I was like a kid in a candy shop 😜 Navi Mumbai International Airport is FINALLY open, and after yearsss of hearing about it and yearssss of Appa going to the ‘site’, it felt all kinds of awesome to see it in person! Thrilled to fly from here soon 😍 [navi mumbai international airport, nmia, new Bombay airport, navi mumbai]

First look inside @navimumairport . It looks AMAZING! [navi mumbai international airport, Navi Mumbai, nmia, new Bombay airport]

Got insider access at @navimumairport a day before it opens and I have to say - It. Looks. AMAZING. COOLEST airport ever! Fully digital, 360 degree baggage scanning and check in, automated passenger processing, solar powered, EVs, and futuristic design by Zaha Hadid architects, combining modern elements with local culture 😍 Commercial operations start TOMORROW and I can’t wait to start flying from here - it’s 15 mins away 😆 Special access before everything begins, thanks to Appa, who’s actually been coming here every single day to get it ready in time, and who I’ve been badgering for months to show me too 😬 [navi mumbai international airport, NMIA, Navi Mumbai, New Bombay airport]

Because 9 pm in Thailand can only mean one thing 🤓 Worth it? Worth it. #thailand #7eleven #7eleventhailand

Hidden costs be sneaking up on you like 🥸 As travelers, we’re usually so on top of our budget but can end up missing hidden surcharges when abroad, and it all just adds up 🫠 Having a good card lets you stay ahead of it - the Wise Travel card is transparent with its loading fee, can hold over 40 currencies and what you see is what you pay. It’s free to apply until the 10th of February, so check it out before your next trip! #WiseTravelcard @wiseaccount #ad

It’s a very cool cacti garden 🌵 📍: Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain

These islands took my breath away 🧜🏽‍♀️ quite literally in some parts hehe You’d want to book this in advance, because they only allow so many people a day to manage the environmental impact. In fact, some of the islands are just completely off-limits. Boats can’t anchor here and have to attach themselves to floating buoys. There are no hotels or cafés or shacks. Even divers can only dive here from a liveaboard. It’s actually cool that it’s being protected and preserved this much. The underwater world is all the better for it. Going back here to dive; hit me up if you wanna go 🧜🏽‍♀️ #thailand #similanislands

Birthday thought dump ✨ This fees like a warm glowy ball of fuzzies 🥰 Turning older is actually cool. And being fed and watered by everyone I love? Supreme. Damn, I look nice ☺️ CAKE. CAKE. CAKE. The house smells so nice 🌹 People actually remember even without social media? Extra love for you 🥹 Can this still be birthday month even though mine got over in the first 3 days? It’s fine. It’s birthday month. It’s also the Sunday of the year. We be celebrating 🥳 I’m loved. Thank you for a beautiful day. Thank you for the wishes. 35, you’re going to be one for the books ♥️

Chiang Mai, with the Canon EOS R50V, a #BornforCreators cinematic camera! One of my favourite places in the world, with so much to do and see, but if it’s your first time ever, here are my top 5 recommendations (kept it a little free-flowing, because that’s how the place is)! You’ve seen my videos, but here’s also a sneak-peek of HOW I shoot them. Decided to #FlipTheFrame with this one and also show what goes behind creating a travel video, and honestly, shooting with the R50V has been a game changer. Canon’s custom colour science takes it up a notch with 14 colour presets, insane low-light capability, and I think my hands-down favourite, a vertical tripod mount and a dual recording button which makes shooting for Reels SO MUCH easier! This is a MAD powerhouse, and for ANY creator looking to up their game with beautiful content and intuitive design, the @canonindia_official R50V is the way to go. Get your hands on this, and watch your content level-up! #EOSR5OV #CanonIndia #ShotOnCanon #FlipTheFrame #BornForCreators #CreateWithCanon #CANwithCanon #DelightingYouAlways #ad

Stayed in a COMPLETELY different part of Phuket than where everyone goes, and it’s so nice! @hiltongardeninnphuketbangtao sorted out my entire stay - right from airport transfers to booking a spa experience to an island day trip, delicious meals in the in-house hotel, the rooftop pool and a super comfy room to come back to. This area is quieter, surrounded by mountains, and yet close enough to everything - the beach, the town, restaurants, convenience stores.. Head to Bang Tao nowww, and book at @hiltongardeninnphuketbangtao ! #hosted @_buzztravelmarketing_ #phuket #bangtao

If Saudi Arabia looks like ALL of this, I can’t wait to visit! Spectacular Saudi is happening at Phoenix Lower Parel in Mumbai, and also in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Gurgaon THIS WEEKEND only, and the installations and experiences feel straight out of Arabian Nights! Take your passport along, because @wego_travel can sort you out with some MAD deals, and the event has visa assistance right there. Spontaneity is encouraged hehe 😜 Don’t miss out! #visitsaudi #spectacularsaudi #ad

The kind of place where time itself seems to tell you to chill out, slow down, pause 🌴 Time spent in nature can alter your brain chemistry, and I think Chiang Dao did that for us. Felt like we were transported into a painting where we moved in a landscape richer, brighter, and happier than any other, and somehow, we all felt this individually before even voicing it out. Some places just have that magic. I’d go back in a heartbeat. #chiangdao #chiangmai #thailand

Most wholesome EVER 🥰 A LOT of cool and unexpected things can happen when you travel, and this was a first for me. I love how the photos have turned out! Was so lovely meeting both of you, @pyt_phd , and hope to see you soon!

Save this reel because it has EVERYTHING you need to know about Chiang Mai’s famous lantern festival. Thank me later! I got my experience through @klookindia , and it was VERY well managed, even with the mad crowds! And for ANY experience you’d want to book on @klooktravel , you can get a discount with my code PREETHI5KLOOK!

7-11 Thailand’s most viral products unlocked with @apple’s Visual Intelligence. Save this, thank me later 😎 If you don’t know this already, 7-11 in Thailand has EVERYTHING - food, skincare, makeup, snacks, medicines, even clothes… And some of the things you get HERE, you don’t get anywhere else. A simple long-press of the Camera Control button, and I have a translator, AI, and every detail I could need available within seconds, WITHOUT eve needing to type anything. SUPER convenient when I’m traveling, no extra apps needed! Add to bucket list, add to cart, book them tix, just goooo! #apple #visualintelligence #711thailand #thailand

Not all men but somehow, always a man. Might delete later, I don’t know. Can we normalise leaving women alone? Or better still, can we normalise making spaces safe for women so they don’t feel threatened in a place as normal as a gym?

Imagine BEING the lantern! 🏮 Unforgettable evening at the Yi Peng festival in Chiang Mai, and got such a cool perspective with the @insta360 X5! #chiangmai #yipeng #lanternfestival #insta360x5