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Vacation Trends Among the Upwardly-Mobile Indian Globetrotter

The upwardly mobile globetrotting Indian wants to vacation in style. If the popularity of every other luxury blog is something to go by; it is evident that the need for luxury while on vacation is just a fact. Indian’s are earning greater disposable incomes, and we have even more millionaires and billionaires than we had two decades back; all of these facts makes the upwardly mobile Indian globetrotter a reality. And, bearing all of the above facts in mind; detailed below are this season’s vacation trends for Indians with deep pockets and plenty of money to spend on vacation. Places to Go! A few years back, an international vacation meant a visit to New York City or London, combined with visits to offshore friends and relatives in these major metropolitan cities. However, preferences are changing for the Indian traveller, and it’s fair to say that Indian’s want to explore territory they have never explored before. The Mediterranean region on the coastline is especially po
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Indian Hospitality Entities that the Luxury Magazines in India are Raving About

The mantra of Indian hospitality has long embraced the idea that a guest is in no way inferior to God, and as such; a guest deserves god like service. Indian’s in the hospitality industry have long clung to this idea and it has served us well. However, now is the time to up the ante while clinging to the age-old adage ‘Atithi Devo Bhava’ which translates to ‘Guest is God’ from Sanskrit to English. Bearing this in mind; quite a few luxury hospitality industry brands are persevering to meet the global standards of premium hospitality services and many are excelling at it. Among these many; we have listed the top Indian hospitality entities that the luxury magazines in India are raving about. Read further to know more. Conrad in Pune Pune has grown in leaps and bounds as a viable economic hub in recent years. This city is no longer relegated to the status of ‘Backyard of Mumbai’ and is now coming into its own as a major cosmopolitan city in India. Bearing this in mind; t
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The Rise of Indian Luxury Brands

India is no stranger to luxury. But its manifestations have only begun to rise recently. By: Soumya Jain I still remember 2009 and the huge number of trips I made to the newly opened DLF Emporio mall that year, because all international brands were opening their stores one by one at this New Delhi mecca of pure luxury. From Cartier to Dior, international brands had finally found a location apt for their sparkling stores in India. And suddenly, all these brands and the Indian luxury industry were in news. Not that Indian luxury brands didn’t exist before this. They did. After all, who else donned the celebrity and rich brides of India before this era. It’s just that Indian luxury brands were maybe only fixed on the pages of luxury magazines in India . After this time, they became mainstream. Today everybody knows J. J. Valaya, Suneet Varma, Sabyasachi Mukherjee, Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, Good Earth, Hidesign, Zoya, Forest Essentials, Mirari and the many Indian
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Indian Inspired Cocktails to Love

We love everything Indian. They why not Indian-flavors infused cocktails as well? By: Soumya Jain Creating cocktails is as difficult a job as devising and executing a new dish. You have to work on the textures, the flavors, the quantities and the garnish. It has to look picture perfect, and have a taste which lingers for long. A cocktail can make or break your evening. That’s why it has to be simply exquisite. But blending unconventional Indian flavors into cocktails is even more hard work. However, they are surely in demand, right from New Delhi to San Diego! We list down some Indian inspired cocktails from our two favorite places - Aer Mumbai and Mango Pickle Chicago – which we simple love! 1.         THE EAST INDIA COCKTAIL JW Black Label, Maraschino, Cointreau, Pineapple Juice, Orange Bitters, Angostura Bitters (Courtesy: Aer Mumbai) 2.        BOLLYWOOD OLD FASHIONED Bourbon, Amara, Angostura Bitters, Chai Spices (Courtesy: Mango Pickle Chicago)
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The Fendi Baguette – Your Ultimate Vacation Accessory

Winter is around the corner, and it's definitely that time of the year to splurge on a luxurious vacation, on a beach somewhere, in your finest resort wear, looking like a million bucks. However, it's worth noting that your winter time beachside vacation is not merely limited to getting a tan in your teeny-weeny bikini. You will find plenty of occasions to dress glamorous, be it a Christmas gathering, a night out at the club, or even New Year’s Eve celebrations. As such, it is important that you equip yourself with the ultimate vacation accessory, which in keeping with almost any luxury blog worth its weight in gold; is the Fendi Baguette . Read further to know more. The Airport Look Whether you are flying off to Skíathos in Greece or you have your whole vacation planned out at the St. Regis in Maldives ; current trends demand that you put together a stunning airport look. There is no excuse for look disheveled and jet-lagged, no matter the duration of your fl
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Mango Pickle Chicago and Other Notable Indian Hospitality Brands Creating Waves Worldwide

The hospitality industry in India is booming and similarly; India is exporting its unique brand of hospitality worldwide. We have long been for serving our guests the very way one would serve God. However, Indian hospitality brands are taking this approach many notches higher with an emphasis on luxury accommodation, world class facilities, fine wining and dining, and an overall focus on indulgence in the best. Bearing this in mind, let’s take a look at Mango Pickle Chicago and other leading Indian hospitality industry entities, that are creating waves in the country, and around the world. Chicago’s Introduction to Desi Cuisine Indian cuisine has found favor in the Western Hemisphere and while we have long been known to export our cuisine to some of the world’s largest cities including New York and London; Mango Pickle in Chicago is revolutionizing the way western patrons look at fine Indian food. Indian food at Mango Pickle is not merely an exotic indulgence; the res
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Types of Hotel Décor to Inspire

Certain kinds of hotels and holidays appeal to certain kinds of people. City bums love the contemporary feel of a hotel, nature-lovers love the overwater villas. We talk about different kinds of hotel decors that exist in the world By: Soumya Jain Luxury hotels come in a variety of sizes, shapes and designs. Some our smaller, boutique properties, others are large, mammoth sized creations. Along with the size, the décor of the hotel also helps define the vibe the property wants to give, and the kind of vacationers or tourists it wants to invite to its folds. Locational attributes also define the style of the hotel. Island hotels are more tropical, airport hotels more basic. We talk about some common kinds of hotel designs and hotels that exemplify them. The Island Look Island hotels look like they come from a dream. One of the most apt examples is St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort. It’s villas with private pools and surrounded by lush flora and fauna make it an
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