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July 23, 2008
Fascinating ex-danger destinations
Fascinating places with bad reputations: These places may have a bad rap -- but we think you'll have a great (and safe) vacation!

July 22, 2008
The top food myths busted
Think 'light' coloured olive oil is lighter in calorie content or eating carbs can give you love handles? Well, in that case you need a reality check, because all these notions are mere myths, say two Sydney-based dieticians. Read on to learn more.

July 21, 2008
Now, a sex machine to boost your sex life
The new products and prototypes unveiled at this week's Adult Novelty Expo in Washington straddle the line between toy and machine. Read on to learn more.

July 18, 2008
Sumptuous Italian cauliflower pasta
Chef Ritu Dalmia offers a simple, tasty recipe for cauliflower penne that won't have the family turning up their noses.

July 17, 2008
Your breasts can create enough energy to power an iPod
San Francisco-based freelance writer Adrienne So approached scientists on a whim to determine whether specially-created bras could harness and channel the energy of breast movement. Here's what she found.

July 14, 2008
A first glimpse of Miss Universe 2008
The new Miss Universe was crowned in the Vietnamese city of Nha Trang earlier today. Take a look at the winning beauty!

July 04, 2008
A quick-fix Italian recipe in less than 30 minutes
Ritu Dalmia, celebrated chef and restaurateur shares a simple, sumptuous pasta preparation with us.

June 23, 2008
How Neha Dhupia keeps fit
'Stop making excuses. People need to stop making lame excuses about time and work etc. No matter what age you are or what profession you're in, working out is a must. Looking and keeping fit is important,' says Bollywood hottie Neha Dhupia.

June 20, 2008
Gen Next: 'How music shapes my life'
Today's generation about the need for music in their lives and how they satisfy it.

June 18, 2008
A magnet for meditators
Meditation quietens your mind, brings calm, awareness and love. And changes your life. India brims with unique destinations that offer rare chances to commune with your soul. Yoga acharya Shameem Akthar presents some of India's best spiritual locations in a special Get Ahead series.

'Whatever you write about, be honest'
Indian author and compiler of <EM>Chicken Soup for the Indian Soul</EM> Raksha Bharadia discusses the book and gives tips to aspiring writers.

June 16, 2008
Now race with Hamilton from your sofa!
F1 racing fans could soon compete against racing aces like Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher, and that too sitting in the comfort of their living room, thanks to a new game developed by a company from the Netherlands. Read on to learn more.

June 13, 2008
Hottest celebrity getaways
Elite retreats: As the world learns about 2008's most influential, most popular and richest celebrities – we found out where they go to play! Enjoy…

June 10, 2008
Mumbai hot spots: Where the stars hang out
A huge film industry with super-rich celebrities. Trendy restaurants and swanky clubs. Welcome to the new Mumbai.

June 03, 2008
Share your mango recipes with us!
We invite readers to send in their mango recipes.

June 02, 2008
Check out this cool new lappie!
If you're in the market for a new laptop, you might want to check out the latest launch by Asus.

May 29, 2008
How to afford business class
As prices go up and airlines go under, can you still afford to travel well? Here are three tips and six 'secret' routes by Peter Greenberg.

May 28, 2008
Gaming: <EM>Grand Theft Auto IV</EM> rocks!
The year's most eagerly awaited video game, the Grand Theft Auto IV will top most 'game of the year' lists and rightfully so, says Sameer Desai.

May 23, 2008
Destination detox! India's top spas
Ancient healing in modern luxury. Seek out the medical and spiritual benefits of traditional Ayurvedic treatment at spas popping up all over India.

May 15, 2008
10 spectacular coastal drives
Not only do these roads take you to the world's most beautiful places, exuding a sense that all is right with the world, but the driving tends to be easy and low-stress.

May 13, 2008
Readerspeak: 'I'll never travel AI again!'
Has a travel experience ever left you less than satisfied, thanks to poor service or appalling organisational skills? Here, Get Ahead reader Ravi Shah shares an unbelievable story of travel aboard national carrier Air India!

May 08, 2008
The world's scariest runways
Nail-biting landings and harrowing takeoffs -- buckle up when you fly into these airports.

May 07, 2008
Golden rules of healthy travel
Stay fit with these tips for a smoother trip.

April 30, 2008
It's the same MP3 player, except for the price!
The iPod shuffle has cut it's prices and is now priced at Rs 2,300 (local taxes apply) for the 1GB model.

April 22, 2008
10 great ways to spend your summer vacation
Shilpa Shet gives you 10 unusual options to spend your vacation this summer.

April 16, 2008
Top spots to de-stress
10 top meditation retreats: Oases around the world for making an inner journey

April 11, 2008
Dining out: New York's hidden gems
The culinary dividends of venturing south of Times Square and even to outer boroughs can be high indeed, if you know where to look.

April 08, 2008
Climate change to hit holiday hot spots: UN Report
The destinations to bear the brunt of the changing weather include hotspots in Caribbean, Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, Australia and New Zealand.

March 28, 2008
Sony unveils PlayStation best-sellers
Sony unveiled the latest iterations of the critically acclaimed and best-selling God of War and Gran Turismo franchises, both making their platform debuts on the PlayStation Portable and PlayStation 3 respectively. While God of War: Chains of Olympus is a hack-and-slash action game based on Greek mythology, Gran Turismo 5 Prologue puts the gamer behind the wheel of some of the most beautiful and exotic rides in the world.

March 27, 2008
Rockin' ruins not yet ruined by too many tourists
Awesome ancient sites: Digging into ancient history, we uncover 10 cool but less popular ruins.

March 24, 2008
10 best things about Mumbai
The crowds and chaos of Mumbai can bewilder even the savviest of travelers, but settle into its rhythms and you'll soon be won over.

Readerspeak: 'Why don't models wear undergarments?'
We publish responses to last week's message board, asking readers to comment on whether wardrobe malfunctions are deliberate or accidental.

March 19, 2008
Your vacation is just a click away
As internet connectivity improves and people become web-savvy they are increasingly favouring a totally new option to cater to their travel needs, namely online travel portals.

March 18, 2008
The world's most inspirational religious tours
As they have for millennia, the world's holy sites continue to exert a powerful draw over the faithful and the curious.

March 10, 2008
Jean-Paul Gaultier's top picks in India
Though the holy city of Varanasi, with its temples and masses of Hindu pilgrims, is Jean Paun Gaultier's most cherished place, he finds something to love everywhere he goes in India.

March 04, 2008
The world's top foodie cities!
The best and greatest restaurant cities in the world.

February 27, 2008
Do you fancy chocolate-smooth, silky tresses?
Haircare giant Matrix has just launched a new range of hair colour for women inspired by chocolates and cherries.

February 26, 2008
It's not too late to plan a Beijing trip
If you're planning to make the trip, we're looking out for the best places to stay, eat, party and of course see all the action!

February 20, 2008
Camp by the beach in Goa
Here is a list of 27 affordable beach resorts; perfect sandy escapes that won't break the bank.

February 18, 2008
Winners of the Best Valentine's Gift Idea Contest!
We asked readers to send in their best V-Day gift ideas and here are the winners.

Visiting the temple cities of Tamil Nadu
A profusion of religious architecture spreads over an ancient agrarian landscape in Tamil Nadu, the deep south of India. Guy Trebay takes it in.

February 15, 2008
A serum for smoother, frizz-free hair!
Biolage, a leading professional haircare brand in the US, has just launched its Smoothing Serum in India.

February 12, 2008
A flashy new pink mp3 player
Apple recently added a new pink nano to its line of iPod mp3 players. We highlight a few of its features.

February 06, 2008
Contest rules and regulations
Rules and regulations for the Best Valentine's Gift Idea Contest.

February 05, 2008
The most outrageous Valentine's Day escapes
Luxury travel ideas for the romantic holiday

January 31, 2008
Ready for the 'New' New Delhi?
New Delhi's facelift is aimed at making the city safer and easier to traverse, less polluted and all-around more tourist friendly.

January 30, 2008
'We're coming to burn your house down!'
Columnist Sidin Sunny Vadukut gives us his take on the hue and cry the Indian moral police are forever raising over minor issues.

Rent an island fortress in Rajasthan
The world's most amazing dream trips. Come explore.

January 24, 2008
3 days in Kochi makes him an India fan
Exploring the lush backwaters, dabbling in local cooking and sirodhara are just a few of Kerala's charms

3 days in Kochi makes him an India fan
Forget everything you think you know about India. This is Kochi, the southern coast's sybaritic retreat. Tad Friend explores lush backwaters, dabbles in local cooking, and expands his mind through the ayurvedic treatment sirodhara.

January 22, 2008
The world's best museum restaurants
The best in museum dining. Here, even the food is a work of art.

January 21, 2008
Chugging up the hills
The Nilgiri Mountain Railway is still the best way to experience the exhilarating rawness of steam locomotion.

January 15, 2008
Splurge! India's top luxury hotels
The maharajas may no longer occupy these gracious palaces, but guests who stay in them enjoy enough comforts and amenities to feel like royalty.

January 11, 2008
Destination yum! World's best food festivals
Drop that sandwich and let this story (and your taste buds) lead you on a year-long tour of the world's best culinary festivals.

January 10, 2008
Top swimming pool views in the world
Swimming pools are more spectacular than ever, and they not only have to look incredible; they have to have great views too.

January 09, 2008
Reboot with yoga & Ayurveda
It's time to DETOX. Cleanse your bodies, clear your minds and reboot your entire system for the year ahead. Here are 10 spots that make getting your system back on track a luxurious experience.

January 08, 2008
Shopping abroad a blessing or curse?
Why does bad shopping happen to good travelers? Lynn Yaegar ponders vacation-induced shopping anxiety.

A dosa travels to China: The veg-non veg debate
What is it with these hardcore vegetarian types? And, on a similar note, what is it with these hardcore non-vegetarian types?

January 07, 2008
Winners of the Funniest Resolutions Contest!
Here are the results of Get Ahead's Funniest Resolutions Contest! Find out if you're a winner!

January 04, 2008
World's most memorable mountain treks
Even casual climbers can reach these 10 peaks

January 03, 2008
How much should I tip when I go abroad?
How much do you tip a Paris waiter? Or a Tokyo cabbie? Don't globetrot without this handy guide.

January 02, 2008
No Indians, please!
Why, when foreigners are around, do we have to suddenly look down upon our own countrymen? Frankly, the whole thing gets me a little upset. And frustrated. I would never think of giving priority to any foreigner over an Indian if I was running as establishment. Except, of course, Angeline Jolie.

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