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TAB 2023: Meet Shoba Rudra, Founder Partner Of RARE India

Simrran Gill — 2023-11-28T07:00:54+00:00

A pioneer in the world of responsible luxury, Shoba Rudra founded RARE India to showcase and promote some of the most unique destinations in India. Rudra believes mindful interactions with people, culture, nature, wildlife, and traditions will nudge you to live consciously and build value for the planet.

Excerpts from the interview with Shoba Rudra, Founder Partner of RARE India

T+L India: How did the idea of community-driven sustainable tourism first come to you?

Shoba Rudra: The seeds were sown with the first hotel on board RARE India in 2003. It was a small key, owner- run, wildlife lodge set on 40 acres with an open fence and just 12 tents, and it employed the local community. From this point, most of the hotels that joined our community were owner-powered, committed to the destination, and made conscious choices.

T+L India: What are some of the latest trends in sustainable tourism that are here to stay?

Shoba Rudra: We must stop calling sustainability a trend. All hotels and tourism businesses should be built consciously, and [should be] destination-focussed while being community- inclusive. And with governments calling for a net zero goal, it is imminent for every business. Pivot or perish is the inevitable order of the day.

T+L India: What are your personal favourite travel experiences?

Shoba Rudra: Some of the Petrichor experiences (Petrichor by The Blue Yonder provides experiential and immersive travel experiences in India) around issues of climate change are pathbreaking and set you thinking. Their rural rambles along River Nila are private interactions with communities that have been promoting performing arts for generations.

T+L India: What is going to be the upcoming destinations for Indian travellers in the coming years?

Shoba Rudra: Every destination is now inundated. Going forward, stakeholders will have to deliberately drive numbers to places where the tourism footprint is low. For example, Rajasthan in the monsoons, Ladakh in the winters.

T+L India:At a time when social media has made everything easily accessible, how do you truly maintain the sanctity of an experience or destination that is untouched?

Shoba Rudra: In principle, some of the best places should be kept off social media and some experiences should be onsite surprises. Almost every experience should have the potential to be rephrased to match the guest’s pace and interest. Some of our best experiences are committed to secrecy and even the community around doesn’t want the numbers from Instagram addicts.

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A destination that transformed you: Bandhavgarh
One sustainable practice that you’ve adhered to: Segregating and composting organic waste; and no bottled water

TAB 2023: Meet Prashant Yadav, CEO Of Liberty India

Bayar Jain — 2023-11-28T06:30:59+00:00

With a presence in over 80 countries and expertise of over 32 years, Liberty International Tourism Group is a sought-after destination management company. Prashant Yadav, CEO of Liberty India is a master of lesser-known domestic experiences and destinations.

Excerpts from the interview with Prashant Yadav, CEO Of Liberty India

T+L India: You joined Liberty International Tourism Group almost 17 years ago. What are the major changes you’ve seen among travellers over the years?

Prashant Yadav: Travel is becoming more about immersive experiences rather than ticking items off a bucket list. People want to experience a destination like a local. It is becoming more experiential—from authentic local experiences to off-the-beaten-path vacations. Solo travel is becoming more popular, as are mindful retreats. Corporations are now looking for trips where their employees may practise mindfulness through yoga and meditation sessions, individualised therapies, and other activities.

T+L India: Customisations are key for any trip planned by Liberty International Tourism Group. What is the process of crafting these experiences?

Prashant Yadav: It commences with a comprehensive consultation, where our expert advisors engage with clients to understand their preferences, desires, and goals. [We look at the] client’s hobbies, interests, and what they wish to achieve out of the proposed trip. Next, our dedicated team collaborates to design a unique itinerary that aligns with the client’s vision. This includes selecting suitable accommodations, arranging private tours, and ensuring seamless logistics. Once the plan is approved, we meticulously execute the trip, taking care of every detail. Continuous communication and adaptability throughout the journey ensure a flawless experience.

T+L India: How are you adapting to the rise of AI-generated itineraries?

Prashant Yadav: There’s no denying that AI can generate customer- focussed itineraries within minutes. But nothing beats the human touch. At Liberty, we rely on our in-house travel wizards— our project managers— who are encyclopedias on the destinations they represent. They’re intimately familiar with every destination—from hole-in-the-wall cafes and hidden jewels to ultra-local experiences.

T+L India: Travel has the potential to transform people. What have been the most transformative travel experiences for you?

Prashant Yadav: Time stood still in Ladakh. [At one point] I experienced a deep meditative state when I stood transfixed in one spot for over five hours and refused to move as I had never witnessed a creation so beautiful. I don’t think I would ever find the words to describe the impact it had on me! I could see the light turquoise river, gently grazing dunes, a deep green thicket of trees, a small village, bare rocks sans any blades of flora, and a deep snow cap above it—all in one frame! My multiple trips to Israel and Palestine [were also transformative]. One needs to witness the energies of that land in person.

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A domestic destination that you keep going back to: Bikaner and Coorg
Emerging destinations: Domestically, Madhya Pradesh; and internationally, Montenegro

TAB 2023: Meet Loveleen Arun, Founder-Director Of Panache World

Simrran Gill — 2023-11-28T06:00:01+00:00

Passionate about offbeat and meaningful travel, Loveleen Arun founded Panache World, a premier travel company that curates niche experiences for its customers. Her deep understanding of the Indian luxury travel market makes Panache World a preferred choice for many travellers.

Excerpts from the interview with Loveleen Arun, Founder-Director Of Panache World

T+L India: Panache World is over two decades old. How has the travel landscape evolved?

Loveleen Arun: The travel landscape has become so much more meaningful. One of the most significant shifts is the way people approach travel. In the early 2000s, tourists were often content with surface-level experiences and checking off major attractions. Today, we see a shift—from being mere tourists to becoming in- depth travellers who yearn to connect with the soul of their destinations. The internet and social media have democratised travel information. Travellers research destinations extensively and often have a clear vision of what they want to experience.

T+L India: According to you, what are the travel trends that will dominate 2024?

Loveleen Arun: Two things are bound to happen soon—a new and emphasised focus is going to be on sustainable travel. People are making informed choices about where they will stay or what they will experience to make sure that these entities are providing livelihood to the local communities and that they are not impacting the destination or the environment negatively.Secondly, travellers are taking to slow travel in a big way. No one wants to rush through the places clicking pictures. They want to stay longer, get to know people, and appreciate the local culture. How do you think experiential travel has transformed the industry? The rise of experiential travel has redefined the way the travel industry functions. Travellers no longer seek opulent accommodations alone; they desire immersive experiences. Destinations, experiential hotels, and tourism boards have understood this and have invested a lot in training the luxury designers in various geographies. Hotels have had to up their game—making sure they have hyper-local sourcing, employ people from local communities, and use sustainable materials for construction. Destinations now know they must cater to varying interests and this has given rise to small entrepreneurs in most tourist regions.

T+L India:Which destinations are becoming increasingly popular among Indian travellers?

Loveleen Arun: Indian travellers are already exploring every part of the world—from Scandinavia to Antarctica and the Galápagos Islands to New Zealand—and will continue to be the first ones in their circle to explore a new region. The Indian traveller, especially in the luxury segment, is evolving to savour destinations such as Namibia, Botswana, Mongolia, Ecuador, Raja Ampat, and more.

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A transformative travel experience: Lizard Island in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
Bucket list destinations for 2024: Central Asia and Okavango Delta in Botswana

TAB 2023: Meet Jai Sharma, Founder Of Envelop

Bayar Jain — 2023-11-28T05:30:00+00:00

Ditching his engineering days to fan his love for curating experiences, Jai Sharma founded Envelop, an experiential marketing firm that specialises in larger-than-life installations and brand personalisation. With this creative vision and expertise in storytelling, Envelop is looking to revolutionise traditional marketing, one experience at a time.

Excerpts from the interview with Jai Sharma, Founder Of Envelop

T+L India: What are some experiences signature to Envelop and what are the challenges you face while bringing them to life?

Jai Sharma: Dinner Show—a collision of Broadway with casual dining—is Envelop’s copyrighted love child! It combines a restaurant meal with a staged play or musical. It requires the management of a live theatre, a restaurant and a bar, where guests watch, listen, eat, drink, and breathe the story.

However, with live entertainment, you have little control. Getting the client to agree with the idea is challenging. People don’t understand [its] commercial value, high costs, and technicalities but they tend to fancy [similar experiences] abroad. Secondly, Indians don’t give performance arts and artists their due respect. With Dinner Show, we aim to change this. Wild Party is another Envelop signature. We do bizarre the best—be it YOLO, Pop Party, or Wild Disco. Using multimedia is the biggest challenge for such experiences. A bizarre set-up isn’t about pulling random stuff together in a place. It is also about narrating a story through an experience that marries contrasting materials harmoniously, keeping their energies alive while achieving visual balance.

T+L India: How do you strike a balance between your creative freedom and the client’s vision?

Jai Sharma: By being rigid and educating the client in a language they can understand. My business personality is to harness the power of visualisation and understanding of human psychology.

T+L India: How do you think experiential marketing will transform in the coming years?

Jai Sharma: [It is] the future in India. Post the pandemic, everyone understands the importance of physical connections and experiential marketing is all about that. In its truest form, [it] is narrating a brand story through a physical experience by involving the five senses. Technology has become the flagbearer of marketing activations. In the coming years, we will experiment with all these elements, but circle back to the importance of human installations, performing arts, and listening to the story through a human instead of watching it virtually. It will become more and more boutique [as opposed to] traditional marketing. It will be very design oriented, and details will matter. It will be all about storytelling and narration.

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Favourite theme to execute: Disco! It is all about how we can contemporise the retro disco for
today’s palate.
Favourite party destination: Dubai, owing to the distance. If I have time on my hands, then New York City

TAB 2023: Meet Ajeet Bajaj, Managing Director Of Snow Leopard Adventures

Adila Matra — 2023-11-28T05:00:15+00:00

Snow Leopard Adventures was founded in the ’90s when adventure tourism was still in its nascent stage in India. The man behind the company, Ajeet Bajaj, is a daredevil himself. He is a Padma Shri awardee, and also the first Indian to complete the Polar Trio by skiing to the North Pole, the South Pole, and the Greenland Ice Cap.

Excerpts from the interview with Ajeet Bajaj, Managing Director Of Snow Leopard Adventures

T+L India: Adventure tourism is growing in popularity. How did you come up with the idea of starting Snow Leopard Adventures, and what unique experiences do you offer adventure enthusiasts?

Ajeet Bajaj: My expeditions and travels across the world exposed me to the vast potential of adventure tourism. For me, adventure isn’t just a hobby; it’s a passion and a profession. Recognising India’s diverse landscapes brimming with unexplored avenues, I was inspired to establish Snow Leopard Adventures in 1990.

Our mission is to offer genuine, unforgettable, and sustainable experiences that bring individuals closer to nature. We meticulously curate trips including river rafting, trekking, mountaineering, sea kayaking, and wildlife safaris, both in the Indian subcontinent and globally.

T+L India: You’ve received numerous awards and recognitions for your contributions to adventure and tourism. What achievements are you most proud of in your career?

Ajeet Bajaj: While I truly appreciate the awards, the moments I cherish the most are the adventures I’ve had with my daughters, Deeya and Meghna—going kayaking, scuba diving, and skiing with them. Watching them flourish in the great outdoors fills my heart with immense pride. More than just a personal achievement, our experiences together convey a powerful message to our society—when given the opportunity, proper guidance, and encouragement, our girls can tackle any challenge and achieve unparalleled heights.

T+L India: What role do you see adventure and exploration playing in promoting environmental conservation?

Ajeet Bajaj: Adventure and exploration serve as a bridge, connecting individuals directly to the wonders of nature and the vulnerabilities of our ecosystem. There’s an unparalleled understanding that comes from witnessing phenomena like melting polar ice caps. Such experiences instill a profound respect for the environment, driving adventurers to become ambassadors for conservation and guardians of the pristine beauty they’ve been privileged to witness.

T+L India: What are some of the new adventure destinations around the world that you would recommend?

Ajeet Bajaj: India’s incredible North East is a mosaic of cultures, landscapes, and untapped adventures waiting to be explored; rafting in the Grand Canyon in the US is exhilarating; scuba diving in the Galapagos Islands; exploring Bhutan’s hidden treks; skiing in the Alps; and expeditions to Antarctica.

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Favourite adventure destination: India followed by the US for its world-class wilderness areas and highest safety and sustainability standards.
Travel essentials: First-aid kit, water bottle (to avoid single-use plastic), chocolate, sense of humour, and a spirit of adventure.

TAB 2023: Meet Taruna Seth, Founder And Navigator-in-chief, Encompass

Uttara Gangopadhyay — 2023-11-28T04:30:24+00:00

It was an urge to rewrite the tenets of experiential luxury travel that made Taruna Seth launch Encompass Experiences. The company focusses on unique, customised, and sustainable travel to ensure every customer has a superlative experience.

Excerpts from the interview with Taruna Seth, Founder And Navigator-in-chief, Encompass

T+L India: With an international relations degree, you have worked across various fields and travelled extensively as well. What led you to launch Encompass Experiences?

Taruna Seth: I’ve always believed that travel is critical to self- discovery. For me, travel is like living and breathing. Travel makes us better people because it allows us to prioritise ourselves and introspect. When we challenge ourselves, we automatically contribute more to the world.

T+L India: Encompass caters to the luxury travel segment. What are the things you pay attention to while curating an immersive experiential tour?

Taruna Seth: Attention to detail is a crucial aspect of luxury travel planning. Luxury travellers often have high expectations and seek personalised unique experiences. As a luxury travel designer, it is essential to pay close attention to every detail to ensure a seamless and memorable trip for our clients. Everything—from the right luxury accommodation that aligns with our client’s persona to timely communication and curating the right and the best-in- class experiences for them— is catered to. Our greatest strength is preempting what our clients may not have even thought of.

T+L India: How do you align luxury travel with sustainable tourism?

Taruna Seth: Of late, many service providers are striving to make sustainable practices n luxury experiential travel more mainstream by involving local communities and educating guests on how to reduce their carbon footprint. Encompass Experiences curates many sustainability- focussed travel experiences. When we curate journeys, we encourage involvement with the local community. We work closely with hotels that ensure that they offset their presence in a remote destination by implementing practices that are not only ethical but also involve the local community.

T+L India: From popular European tourist destinations to India’s tiger parks, many destinations are faced with the bane of overtourism. How should overtourism be addressed?

Taruna Seth: Addressing overtourism is a complex issue that requires a multi-faceted approach involving various stakeholders including governments, local communities, tourism boards, and travellers themselves. In luxury travel, we work with partners who implement effective destination management strategies that focus on sustainable tourism development.This includes setting limits on visitor numbers, regulating accommodation options, and diversifying tourism offerings beyond overcrowded hotspots. We also encourage travellers to visit lesser-known destinations by promoting their unique attractions. This helps distribute tourism demand more evenly throughout the year and across different regions.

T+L India:With the digital media rife with suggestions on how to plan an itinerary, are travel planners still relevant today?

Taruna Seth: In the world of information saturation, travel planners can provide valuable insights and recommendations based on their experience and expertise. Besides being able to offer a highly personalised programme, travel planners have access to exclusive deals and benefits through their networks and relationships. Real-time support and assistance are other perks.

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A destination that transformed you: Peru’s rich cultural heritage, natural beauty, spiritual experiences and vibrant cuisine
Favourite family holiday destination: Korea

TAB 2023: Meet Tina Tharwani And Saurabh Malhotra, Co-founders Of Shaadi Squad

Saranya Nadar — 2023-11-23T06:00:56+00:00

Since its launch in 2015, Shaadi Squad has been mounting glitzy celebrity weddings—from Virat- Anushka to Priyanka-Jonas—at exotic locales. Co-founders Tina Tharwani and Saurabh Malhotra are the driving force at every one of these weddings and ensure that they become life-changing experiences.

Excerpts from the interview with Tina Tharwani & Saurabh Malhotra, Co-founders of Shaadi Squad:

T+L India: What’s new with Shaadi Squad?

Tina & Saurabh: This year we’ve tapped into two new destinations— Bali and Andaman.We never looked at the Andaman as a potential wedding destination because of logistical and operational constraints but are very excited to foray into this region and see what lies ahead.

T+L India: Which destinations in India offer a transformative wedding experience, according to you?

Tina & Saurabh: Uttarakhand, Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Darjeeling, Andaman Island, Wayanad in Kerala, and Jaipur in Rajasthan offer unique experiences for guests.

T+L India: What are some sustainable practices that Shaadi Squad incorporates in its preparations?

Tina & Saurabh: We consciously try to incorporate the local culture and craftsmanship of the destination where the wedding is happening. For a wedding that we executed in Jaipur last year, we identified a local hand- block printing manufacturer and curated giveaways for guests entirely based on this printing technique. We have been recommending sustainable packaging options to curate hampers for our clients and work with a brand named EcoKaari for our weddings that recycles plastic to make foldable trays and bags. The waste generated at the end of a wedding we planned in Chennai was taken to a local recycling centre. We have sourced unique fragrances for guests from a small village called Kannauj that has been distilling scents in India for decades. I think the easiest way to make the wedding sustainable is by sourcing things locally and empowering the local craft.

T+L India: Can you share one unique wedding you have been a part of?

Tina & Saurabh: Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s intimate wedding in Tuscany will always hold a special place in our hearts. The entire wedding was kept under wraps and planned in about four months. This was also the first big celebrity wedding we did, and nothing supersedes the amount of love we received and keep receiving for this one!

T+L India: What trends do you see in the Indian wedding market in the future?

Tina & Saurabh: Post pandemic, people have gravitated towards more and more intimate, subdued, and personalised affairs. Gone are the days of outlandish entries of brides and grooms. New-age couples want their weddings to be fun, understated, and close-knit. People want to focus more on the experience. Food and bar experience has taken a wonderful shift—interactive eclectic food stations are preferred. People want to explore offbeat destinations and boutique properties and ensure that guests have enough space to enjoy the destination without keeping the itinerary too crunched.

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An emerging wedding destination in India: Ranthambore
One destination that has inspired you: Tuscany, Italy

TAB 2023: Meet Vandana And Vedika Mohan From The Wedding Design Company

Chirag Mohanty Samal — 2023-11-23T05:30:58+00:00

Vandana Mohan founded The Wedding Design Company over three decades ago when the wedding industry didn’t exist in India. It rightly earned her the epithet of ‘master wedding planner’. She was later joined by her daughter Vedika Mohan who took on the role of creative director. Together, they have turned the company into a one-stop-shop for all things wedding.

Excerpts from the interview with Vandana Mohan and Vedika Mohan from The Wedding Design Company

T+L India: How has the destination wedding scene evolved since The Wedding Design Company was launched?

Vandana started this over 35 years ago and we can proudly say that she put the grandeur of Indian weddings on the world map. Today, the approach and perspective are more modern and give weddings by The Wedding Design Company a different, more enthusiastic, and newer perspective. Destination weddings have become much more popular today. While Rajasthan has always been a popular destination choice in India, over the years people have explored destinations like Goa, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, and many international locations. WDC as a company has worked in over 35 countries. That in itself says a lot about the evolution and demand.

Vandana Mohan

Wedding themes and decor have become more elaborate and personalised, with couples opting for a wide range of themes. Back in the day, it was all about the ‘ghar ki shaadi’, but today even that home wedding is detailed, customised, and personalised.The demand for professional wedding planners has grown, leading to a more organised and structured approach to weddings. Social media has had a significant impact on our lives. With people from around the world sharing their experiences and creating a trend of Instagram-worthy weddings, Pinterest being a reference point for everything, and with AI generated ideas and visuals, one must constantly stay updated.

T+L India: What are the trends that you foresee in 2024?

A lot of the western world is influencing Indian weddings. So, non-traditional attire and outfits are something we’re foreseeing for weddings to come. And in the post-pandemic world, revenge travel and shopping have been big. So, destination weddings, intimate or large scale, are back, and the need to celebrate is bigger than ever. Be it an intimate house function, or something as glamorous as a sangeet, the Indian wedding remains a big celebration.

T+L India: Both of you have organised many weddings in India and abroad, which destination is your favourite and why?

Vedika Mohan

Italy remains a favourite. It offers a stunning backdrop for weddings with its beautiful countryside, historic cities, and coastal areas. It’s rich in culture and has some amazing food but other than that, the infrastructure available to host an Indian wedding is great—from venues and hotels to vendors. Italy is also well-connected to major Indian cities through international flights, making it relatively accessible for guests travelling from India.

T+L India: What has been your biggest challenge in putting together a celebrity destination wedding?

To keep it under wraps. Security and privacy are sacrosanct with that profile of people.

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Travel bucket list for 2024: The Africas for both of us

Featured and Hero image courtesy: Vandana Mohan/Instagram

TAB 2023: Meet Vasim Shaikh, Founder And CEO Of The Q Experiences

Saranya Nadar — 2023-11-23T05:00:09+00:00

Reimagining luxury travel, The Q Experiences is Vasim Shaikh’s brainchild. The award-winning travel company focusses on curating once-in-a-lifetime experiences under the expert guidance of Shaikh, who has been a part of the travel industry for more than two decades now.

Excerpts from the interview with Vasim Shaikh, Founder and CEO of The Q Experiences

T+L India: What inspired you to start The Q Experiences?

Vasim Shaikh

Vasim Shaikh: The inspiration stemmed from a passion for creating unique luxury travel experiences. We, at The Q, believe travel is not just about seeing new places, it’s about living an experience that will make for a great story. We aim to offer discerning travellers once-in-a- lifetime experiences.

T+L India: What are some experiences at The Q that promote transformative travel?

Vasim Shaikh: We pride ourselves on being pioneers in promoting transformative travel. We are the only organisation in India to have successfully undertaken groups to the Arctic and Antarctica and are always striving to craft exceptional experiences. Be it savouring Michelin- starred culinary delights in Antarctica, venturing into remote tundra regions to witness the breathtaking polar bear migration, indulging in a supercar adventure along Europe’s uncharted wine routes, or traversing the North Pole, we aim to provide travellers with moments that become cherished memories.

T+L India: What are the current travel trends?

Vasim Shaikh: The industry is increasingly focussing on experiential travel. We believe meeting people from diverse cultures, discovering unique destinations, and relishing diverse cuisines are deeply enriching experiences. Indian travellers love to be pampered and after the pandemic, they are looking for rich and meaningful experiences.

T+L India: Sustainability and responsible tourism are increasingly gaining importance. How does The Q integrate these principles into its offerings?

Vasim Shaikh: Our approach involves curating experiences that not only provide luxury and wellness but also respect the environment and local communities. We ensure that our journeys leave a positive legacy and minimise environmental impact.

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One transformative travel destination: The White Continent—Antarctica
Emerging destinations for solo travellers: Driving through Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan,and Kazakhstan

TAB 2023: Meet Vish Gopalakrishnan, CEO Of Footprint Holidays

Adila Matra — 2023-11-23T04:30:51+00:00

With over 28 years of experience in the business of luxury travel, retail, and advertising, Vish Gopalakrishnan created Footprint Holidays, a bespoke holiday company that curates authentic, unique, and memorable experiences.

Excerpts from the interview with Vish Gopalakrishnan, CEO of Footprint Holidays

T+L India: What are some of the unique experiences that Footprint Holidays offer?

Vish Gopalakrishnan: Wine trails, soft adventure, local events and festivals, multi-generational family trips, celebrations, anda few fully customised special interest holidays like walking holidays, supercar experiences, a 100-day honeymoon, and more.

T+L India: When was Footprint Holidays founded and with what objective?

Vish Gopalakrishnan: Seeing a dearth of goodbespoke and experiential holiday companies, in 2010, we decided to start a very small yet ultra personalised holiday management company. The sole focus was to weave holiday experiences based on individual preferences.

T+L India: Do you think travel has the power to transform? How does Footprint Holidays align with that vision?

Vish Gopalakrishnan: Absolutely. Travel removes tunnel vision that is ingrained into humans by their geography and opens one up to other countries’ cultures. Footprint always tailors historical, cultural, and architectural elements into a holiday, ensuring the traveller gets their perspective of the country and its people.

T+L India: What is your favourite kind of holiday and why?

Vish Gopalakrishnan: We specialise in family holidays and enjoy them the most. [I like the challenge] of keeping different age groups in mind and curating a trip that satisfies everyone in the family. If you were to pick a destination for a personalised luxury holiday, which one would it be? New Zealand has pristine mountains, lakes, and glaciers coupled with luxury lodges—it is definitely one of the best. Having said this, most places in the world allow for a luxurious and immersive holiday—it depends on what your interests are.

T+L India: Which is one tour or destination that is currently seeing a lot of interest on Footprint?

Vish Gopalakrishnan: Georgia and Japan, this year.

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A holiday destination that transformed you: Peru with its incredible landscapes and centuries-old culture
A holiday sweetener: A passionate and well-informed guide