The last quarter has seen a very good business according to most travel agents, achieving almost 60-70 per cent of the business of pre-covid levels, which is quite a heartening development for the industry. We are hoping that the trend would carry forward. Everyone seems to be extremely bullish for the coming season. We are...Read More

In a world of social media promotion, art residencies help artists slow down, connect with one another and focus on their work Artists often create in solitude, in personal studios or a dedicated space where there is little distraction and disturbance. It’s only when they exhibit that they usually connect with an audience and with...Read More

Roughly between 7 and 10 every morning, the trinity of holy Shivalik peaks shakes off its mist blanket and shows itself in ice-capped glory. From right to left, Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot and Trishul glint golden in the morning sun, looming over Kumaon as if to remind its residents that they are under the mountains’ watchful...Read More

The words of celebrated American novelist Alice Walker remind us of art’s transformative potential. They speak to its ability to challenge our perspectives, ignite our inspiration, and stir deep emotions. Art invites us to connect with our humanity and the world in fresh, profound ways. Whether expressed through visual masterpieces, poetic verse, musical harmonies, graceful...Read More

Spread over two acres, jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa has 32 rooms built over different levels and is located about 7500 feet above sea level. The property is itself on an elevation which offers stunning views of the natural landscape that surround it. Special mention must be made of the artwork that is part of...Read More

A hotel’s primary function may be to provide a home away from home for travellers, but more and more properties have created amenities and programming that make them a destination in their own right. Let’s imagine a bright yellow retreat perched on top of a hill, surrounded by the backdrop of lush green hills. Then,...Read More

The winter sun shines bright on a cold morning, and the courtyard space is abuzz with a motley group of artists, all busy painting on their canvases. While one paints an abstract design in hues of grey, another works on something that looks like an architectural space. Walking down the adjoining stairway, I reach a...Read More

Homegrown luxury boutique hotel group jüSTa Hotels & Resorts will host the 5th edition of its international art residency ‘Chitrashaala’ at the jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa from February 2-8, 2023. A total of 52 artists, 22 from India and 30 international artists, who are known for their unique cultural art, contemporary designs and surrealism,...Read More

Homegrown luxury boutique hotel group jüSTa Hotels & Resorts will host the 5thedition of its international art residency ‘Chitrashaala’ at the jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa from 2nd to 8thFebruary. A total of 52 artists, 22 from India and 30 international artists, who are known for their unique cultural art, contemporary designs and surrealism, will...Read More

Homegrown luxury boutique hotel group jüSTa Hotels & Resorts will host the 5thedition of its international art residency ‘Chitrashaala’ at the jüSTa Mukteshwar Retreat and Spa from 2nd to 8thFebruary. A total of 52 artists, 22 from India and 30 international artists, who are known for their unique cultural art, contemporary designs and surrealism, will...Read More