With the scorching summer heat on the rise, people often want to get away from the hustle and bustle and unwind for a few days. While you may choose the regular summertime destinations like hill stations or beaches, opting for an offbeat location like a jungle or wildlife retreat is a great option too. Of course the harsh afternoon heat may be unbearable, but on the brighter side, catching a glimpse of a tiger or lion lazing openly in the shade or at the edge of a water body will surely make it worthwhile! So if you’re planning a getaway soon, do take a look at this week’s Feature story wherein we’ve put together a list of the best wildlife destinations to visit within India. Any time before the monsoon is ideal to spot these wild animals in the open, so go ahead and plan up!On the cover we have Mehreen Pirzada, who although has had only two releases so far—Krishna Gaadi Veera Prema Gaadha in Telugu and Phillauri in Hindi, has managed to make her presence felt already. This Punjabi beauty has five films in the pipeline, and we’re sure she’ll make it bigger soon. Read up more on her in Cover Story.We all want to put our best foot forward every time we step out, and of course a positive self-image is one of the most important aspects of making your presence felt. Understanding the need of the hour, Chaitanya Ch, an image consultant by profession, set out to make a career out of it way back in 2011. We chat up with her in the People section. Taking the wildlife theme forward, this week’s Mind & Body is an amalgamation of spectacular wildlife spas around the world that are ideal to relax and rejuvenate. Embarking on a journey to the Antarctica was author Raghunandan Vadla whose trip was filled with extreme temperatures, exotic creatures, and overwhelming sights. Turn to Grand Getaways to get a glimpse of it.