11:11 Weekend | Sikkim’s travel lessons, Asia’s digital nomad hotspots and India’s coolest summer escapes

Good morning! ☕️ Grab your coffee and settle in, because this Sunday’s 11:11 is packed. We’re kicking things off in the Himalayas with a trek through Sikkim, a beautiful reminder that when you’re in the mountains, the universe usually laughs at your itinerary.If you’re already sweating thinking about the upcoming summer heat, we’ve got you covered with a roundup of India’s coolest June getaways where the thermostat actually stays below 25°C. Plus, we’re breaking down Thailand’s stricter new visa-free rules for Indian travellers, and tracking the iconic Palace on Wheels as it rolls out for a rare summer tour through Rajasthan for the first time in over forty years.Here is what else we’re diving into today:Work & Tech: We’re looking at Asia’s ultimate hotspots for digital nomads, Google’s latest AI glow-up with new Gemini models, and why India’s Gen Z and millennials are leaving their global peers in the dust when it comes to adopting AI at work.Health:A deep dive into how ultra-processed foods quietly became one of India’s biggest, sneakier health crises.Culture: A closer look at Cannes, where India’s cinematic presence is bigger than ever—though the red-carpet celebrity spectacle is starting to totally overshadow the actual filmmaking.It’s the perfect lineup for your weekend unwind. Let’s get into it!