Today in New York, music is pouring through every window, door, nook, cranny, crack and crevice in the City. No, we are not talking about our noisy neighbors in the apartment next door. We are talking about our noisy neighbors across all of New York City, coming together to enjoy over 1,000 musical performances in celebration of cultures from across the world.

Taj Hotels are known across the globe for being the benchmark of luxury accommodations. From the brand new Taj Vivanta Bekal Hotel, to the Taj Lake Palace, known as the "Floating Island," and of course, the classic Taj Mahal Palace, it is undeniable that indulging in one of Taj's Indian destinations should be at the top of every globetrotter's list.

Maithili Ahluwalia has certainly foraged her own distinct presence in Mumbai. A woman with fastidious taste, Maithili founded Bungalow 8 as a place to share the collection of hand-picked items she has spent her life curating. Maithili established Bungalow 8 in 2003, and was regarded as avant garde, gaining an immediate reputation of refined luxury. Maithili’s philosophy is minimalist with a focus on overturning the “bling and embellishments” that India is associated with.