A treasured travel souvenir?
A handmade Tibetan singing bowl from McLeod Ganj
If you could time travel, which year would you re-live?
I’d go back to my college days. Those years were full of learning, excitement, and friendships.
A destination that completely surprised you?
Vaishno Devi. The experience is beyond just religious—it’s emotional.
What’s your hidden talent?
I can usually sense when someone isn’t okay, even if they don’t say anything.
Any advice you’d give to your 18-year-old self?
Take your time. Don’t be in a hurry to prove anything. Focus on learning.
A travel trend you wish would disappear?
Traveling only to create social media content.
-Arvind Bhardwaj, General Manager, WelcomHeritage Natraj
Onora Hospitality to launch luxury heritage hotel in Puducherry by 2026
Onora Hospitality has partnered with Ayesha and Milan Kapur, children of Hidesign Founder Dilip Kapur, to convert their ancestral Puducherry home into a luxury heritage boutique hotel. Set to open in late 2026, Bookmark Resorts Puducherry will be the third property under the Bookmark Resorts brand, after Manali and Ranthambore. Located opposite the Aurobindo Ashram, the restored Tamil-Franco bungalow is being sensitively renovated with support from Auroville-based experts.
Vivek Kakria Joins Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport as Rooms Division Manager
Vivek Kakria has been appointed as the Rooms Division Manager at Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport. With over 12 years of experience, he has worked with leading hotels like ITC Maurya, The Leela Palace, Crowne Plaza Gurugram, and The Lodhi. Known for his expertise in guest experience and operations, Vivek will now lead the Rooms Division to further enhance service standards. Outside work, he enjoys travelling and playing snooker.
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