About Irene Fernandes

Irene Fernandes is a Mumbai-based independent journalist and content editor with over 19 years of experience in lifestyle, travel, real estate, and luxury features. She holds degrees in Life Sciences and Law, along with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication. Formerly, a senior journalist and editor at The Times of India, Irene has spearheaded coffee table books, magazines, international travel features, hyperlocal features, and award-winning editorial projects. When not crafting compelling narratives, you will find Irene planning her next wanderlust or honing her singing skills. On work-free days, Irene enjoys cooking a hearty meal from scratch for her loved ones, catching up on her reading list, or capturing Mumbai’s hidden bylanes through street photography.
26 March 26, 2026

Why Are Families Choosing Luxury Villas Over Hotels for Holidays? 

By |2026-06-30T18:19:36+08:00March 26, 2026|Categories: Families|Tags: , , |

More families are choosing private villas over hotels and resorts for their holidays as they offer an echelon of service that luxury travellers appreciate and have now come to expect as well. From babysitting services and complete privacy to curated excursions, villas adapt to each family’s needs, making it the gold standard of luxury family travel. 

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