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Divia Thani

Global Editorial Director

Divia Thani is the Global Editorial Director of Condé Nast Traveller, overseeing all eight editions of the brand – the US, UK, Germany, Spain, Italy, the Middle East, India and China – across print, digital, video and social platforms. Prior to this, She launched and edited Condé Nast Traveller India in Mumbai, her hometown. She previously worked at the Indian editions of Vogue, Time Out, L'Officiel and Seventeen magazines.  Divia was raised in India and Nigeria. She graduated summa cum laude with a degree in English from the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, where she also received the Robert C Laing Award for Creative Writing and later, the inaugural Jagdish T Sheth Award for Young Alumni Excellence. Divia now lives in London, where she was recently honoured by the British Society of Magazine Editors (BSME). She's also been named to the A-100 list of the most impactful Asian Pacific leaders. Divia has been published across a range of titles including British Vogue, AD and Business of Fashion. She's passionate about travel, fashion, food, art and culture.

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Four Seasons finally has its own luxury yacht – and we were the first on board
Condé Nast Traveller's Divia Thani was one of the first on board the new Four Seasons yacht. Here’s all the insider intel you didn’t know you needed
First in: .Here Baa Atoll, Maldives
A design-led island retreat delivers sprawling beach-to-lagoon villas, seamless arrivals and barefoot luxury at its most discreet
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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 Asturias' beauty and the healing energy of taking it slow
Divia Thani reflect on a recent trip to northern Spain
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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
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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