QUICK SHOTS
One travel souvenir you treasure way too much?
Locally made, functional keepsakes — but fridge magnets are forever favourites.
If you could time travel, which year of your life would you like to re-live and why?
Years from 2000–2008 as they were filled with energy, horseback riding, and squash; a time of joyful motion.
What’s one destination that completely surprised you?
Sri Lanka — unexpectedly soulful, and forever close to my heart.
What’s your hidden talent?
Painting
An advice you would give to your 18-year-old self?
Trust your potential — and always honour the dignity in every life.
A travel trend you secretly wish would disappear?
Over-automation. Hospitality should be powered by people, not machines.
-Madhuri Verma, Co-founder & Director, AllKnown Marketers
Goa Tourism participates in Kazakhstan-India Tourism Business Forum
On June 23, 2025, the Kazakhstan-India Tourism Business Forum in Almaty spotlighted growing ties between the two nations. Organized by the Akimat of Almaty Region and the Indian Embassy, the forum drew 100+ participants—tour operators, airlines, hoteliers, and officials—for B2B and B2G meetings. Goa Tourism, represented by Director Shri Kedar Naik and charter expert Shri Sheik Ismail, engaged in fruitful talks with Kazakh counterparts. Several local operators expressed strong interest in launching more charter flights to Goa.
ibis India partners with Chef Sanjyot Keer to elevate its dining experience
ibis India has announced an exciting collaboration with renowned celebrity chef and culinary creator Chef Sanjyot Keer to elevate the guest dining experience at its signature restaurant, Spice It. As part of the campaign, a specially curated menu will be rolled out at Spice It restaurants across all ibis hotels in India, showcasing Chef Sanjyot’s signature touch. Guests can expect standout creations.
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