Nafia Hussain

It’s easy to feel trapped in the gridlock of the city, assuming that "nature" or "quiet" requires a plane ticket or a grueling ten-hour journey. For a long time, I felt the same way. But then I started looking closer. I realized that just beyond the city limits, there is a different version of Bengal waiting—one of quiet riverbanks, ancient terracotta ruins, and lush forest canopy. ​Discover Dhaka is my handpicked collection of the city’s best-kept escapes. I’ve curated this list for the traveler who craves a change of pace but only has a single day to spare. ​This guide features the most essential day trip destinations near Dhaka, within Dhaka division, ranging from the historical whispers of Panam Nagar to the refreshing waters of Moinot Ghat. Whether you are searching for luxury resorts for a day-out, peaceful eco-parks for family picnics, or cultural heritage sites that take you back in time, you’ll find them all here. Every spot is located just hours away from the capital, within Dhaka Division, making it possible to escape the chaos and be back home by dinner.

Soothing Staples is my personal archive of the few, the proud, and the truly non-irritating. As a curator of gentle beauty, I’ve vetted every item in this collection for its ability to repair the skin barrier without the flare-ups. This isn’t a list of everything on the market; it’s a highly edited selection of what actually works for sensitive skin. Inside, you’ll find my holy grail fragrance-free cleansers, hypoallergenic moisturizers, and sunscreens designed specifically for reactive and rosacea-prone skin. Most of the skincare items champion soothing ingredients like ceramides, centella asiatica, colloidal oatmeal etc. These items are from my personal collection, since at times I deal with seasonal dryness and at times with a compromised barrier. In those difficult times, these staples sooth my skin, and bring my glow back - minus the redness.