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Divia Thani

Global Editorial Director

Divia Thani is the Global Editorial Director of Condé Nast Traveler. Prior to being named Global Editorial Director, Thani was Editor-in-Chief of Condé Nast Traveller India, a role she held since the launch of Condé Nast Traveller India in 2010.

Prior to this, she worked as Features Editor at Vogue India. She was also the Lifestyle Editor for Time Out Mumbai and the Advertising Manager for L'Officiel and Seventeen Magazine in India.

Thani graduated summa cum laude with a degree in English from the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania. She received the Robert C Laing Award for Creative Writing, and a prestigious Brackenridge Fellowship from the University Honors College.

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What we lose when we lose an aeroplane
In the aftermath of the devastating Air India crash, global editorial director Divia Thani reflects on what it means to fly
First in: Waldorf Astoria Osaka, Japan
The Waldorf Astoria's first hotel in Japan is a sleek and sophisticated mix of New York style, local craftsmanship and attention to detail
Island Shangri La, Hong Kong
A grand dame of Hong Kong, this storied luxury hotel is where traditional Asian hospitality meets modern sophistication, offering dramatic views and thoughtful touches
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Global editorial director's letter: Divia Thani on the small, memorable joys of travel
Condé Nast Traveller's global editorial director reflects on her rejuvenating New Year escape
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Global Editorial Director's Letter: Divia Thani on the healing power of travel
Divia Thani reflects on the power of travel memories
Soneva Secret, Maldives
With a focus on sustainability, wellness and the raw natural environment of the Maldives’ Makunudhoo Atoll, Soneva Secret may be the most honest interpretation of the barefoot luxury brand yet.
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Global Editorial Director's Letter: Divia Thani on the observational perks of a lazy villa escape
Divia Thani reflects on sun-soaked mornings and long afternoons in Europe, surrounded by those she loves
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Global Editorial Director's Letter: Divia Thani introduces the Condé Nast Traveller Spa & Wellness Guide 2024
Divia Thani reflects on a soul-soothing adventure to India's spiritual capital after a jam-packed year
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Global editorial director's letter: Divia Thani on what it takes for hotels to make the Gold List
Divia introduces the first issue of 2024 – the highly-anticipated Gold List…
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Global Editorial Director's letter: Divia Thani on the importance of shared cultural experiences in an ever-changing world
Divia Thani introduces Condé Nast Traveller's December 2023 issue, a vibrant Asia special jam-packed with fascinating stories of the East
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Global Editorial Director's letter: Divia Thani on what makes a dream hotel
Divia Thani introduces the November 2023 issue, which is on sale now and includes our annual Readers' Choice Awards
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Global Editorial Director's letter: Divia Thani navigates magical Mallorca while embracing the Mediterranean summer
Divia Thani introduces the September/October magazine, reflecting on her recent adventures
Style & Culture
Global Editorial Director's letter: Divia Thani on letting go and going with the flow
Divia Thani introduces the July/August magazine issue – and reflects on summer travels with family
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Global editorial director's letter: Divia Thani on the restorative power of travel
Divia Thani reflects on another jam-packed month at Condé Nast Traveller
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Global Editorial Director's letter: Divia Thani reflects on a year in travel
Divia Thani reflects on an unforgettable year Condé Nast Traveller's December issue
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Global Editorial Director's letter: Divia Thani on looking into the future of travel
Divia Thani introduces the October 2022 magazine issue – the 25th anniversary special
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Global Editorial Director's letter: Divia Thani on the beautiful relationship between food and travel
Divia Thani introduces the September 2022 magazine issue – a delicious food special