India
Daman
A luxury trip to Daman blends colonial charm, Arabian Sea sunsets and indulgent comfort. Check into The Deltin for resort-style opulence, a vast pool and fine dining, or choose Mirasol Resort for a quieter, garden‑wrapped hideaway. Begin at Devka Beach, where paved promenades and sea‑view shacks frame languid golden evenings, then move to Jampore Beach for softer sands, palm groves and private cabanas ideal for couples. Explore the 16th‑century St. Jerome Fort in Nani Daman, its massive gateway and riverside bastions recalling the era of Portuguese sailors. Nearby, the Church of Our Lady of the Sea glows with stained glass and hushed interiors, while the Dominican Monastery ruins in Moti Daman offer haunting arches perfect for sunrise photography. Stroll the ramparts of Moti Daman Fort for panoramas of fishing boats drifting along the Daman Ganga River. Between excursions, book an Ayurvedic massage at your resort spa, then savor seafood platters, vindaloo and Goan‑Portuguese fusion in candlelit courtyards. For day trips, glide to Kadaiya Lake Garden, combining boat rides, landscaped lawns and a toy train. Daman’s compact size allows chauffeured drives between beaches, heritage quarters and casinos, letting you focus on curated experiences. From riverside walks to sunset cocktails above the surf, Daman turns a quiet coastal town into a sophisticated, slow‑travel escape.