International Coffee Day 2024: From Coorg to Ho Chi Minh, 5 top destinations coffee connoisseurs should visit
Celebrate International Coffee Day 2024 by visiting these destinations. Discover unique brews and vibrant coffee cultures that will elevate your
Celebrate International Coffee Day 2024 by visiting these destinations. Discover unique brews and vibrant coffee cultures that will elevate your experience.
Caffeine enthusiasts will agree that great coffee starts with great beans. International Coffee Day is celebrated every year on October 1. Booking.com shares some of the destinations renowned for its signature brew: from Kodagu’s exceptional quality and distinctive flavour profile to Java’s wet-processed beans which ensure an elite tasting cup.(Shutterstock)
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Kodagu (Coorg), India: Nestled amidst the breathtaking mountains of Karnataka, Kodagu (also known as Coorg), offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, cultural richness and aromatic coffee plantations. For coffee connoisseurs, it is a paradise. (Shutterstock)
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Santa Barbara, California: At the heart of California lies Santa Barbara; a picturesque city known for its great beaches, brilliant architecture and classic sea-food dishes. It is also home to a long-standing coffee culture, boasting numerous fair-trade plantations and consequently elite cafes offering a unique blend of flavours.(Unsplash)
Java, Indonesia: Straddled between Sumatra and Bali lies the island of Java, known as the geographical and economic centre of Indonesia. Its location near the Equator and mountainous surroundings create microclimates that are perfect for coffee growing.(Unsplash)
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Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh has a rich and varied coffee culture, with many areas coining their own delicacies including ‘cà phê trúng’, or egg coffee. Expect to see the city’s avenues dotted with upscale coffee shops and traditional spots where locals and tourists alike sit on stools that line the streets.(Unsplash)
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The likes of Angelina Jolie and Anya Taylor-Joy, have all been spotted on the Toronto Film Festival red carpet this year. Actor Janhvi Kapoor also made her debut at the film festival, wearing flirtatious dresses, and plenty of India-inspired look. Discover all of her best fashion moments from TIFF this year, right here. (All pics: Instagram/ Rhea Kapoor)
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This photograph shows a view of a full moon also known as "Blood Moon" with leaves in the foreground during a phase of a total lunar eclipse in Jakarta on September 8, 2025.
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Sabrina Carpenter looked stunning in a sheer red Valentino lace gown, paired with a light pink furry boa. Her look was accessorised with Tiffany & Co. jewellery, and her signature gold locks and dewy makeup.
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The first look at the official trailer of Bugonia, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, revealed Emma Stone's hair transformation. A scene from the film, which recently premiered at the Venice Film Festival 2025, shows abductors shaving Stone's character's head in the back of a car - and it is all real!
