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 first one, naturally, is the iconic thirst-trap still from Bridgerton Season 2 - featuring Jonathan Bailey in a loose, white shirt that’s drenched and clinging perfectly to his body.
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Heidi Klum has cemented herself as the official Queen of Spooky Season, thanks to her wild, weird, and eccentric costumes every year for her annual Halloween bash.
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Huang Zitao, also known as Z Tao or Tao, is a Chinese rapper, singer, producer, and actor who was a former member of the K-pop group EXO. He married actor and singer Xu Yiyang on October 16, 2025, in a grand ceremony held in China. The wedding was a spectacular affair, featuring multiple outfit changes. Here's a look at Xu Yi Yang's 10 gowns from her showstopping wedding. (All pics Reddit/ popculturechat and Instagram/ mayadstudios)
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Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated this year on October 20, marking the victory of good over evil. During this time, families clean and decorate their homes, light diyas, and share sweets to welcome prosperity.
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Models including Adriana Lima, Bella Hadid, Jasmine Tookes, Gigi Hadid and Alessandra Ambrosio appear together on the runway during the 2025 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City on October 15.
