India, Dec. 7 -- As 2025 is coming to an end and you start planning your travel calendar for 2026, how can you ensure your vacation remains stress-free? While trips seem dreamy when you are enthusiastically jotting down spots for your itinerary, in practice, many others are also heading to the same mainstream destinations. Sweltering hot spots, crowded attractions, and long queues can quickly take the joy out of your holiday, turning what should be a relaxing escape into a stressful, disconcerting experience. The key, however, is in how and when you plan your vacations so that you go smoothly and become truly memorable.

So what is the way forward? Picking the right destination and choosing a smart travel window can make all the differenc...