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As we navigate a world in transition, what does it mean to create a  better future? The possibilities are endless, and Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts seeks to inspire people onward with the launch of its new storytelling platform, Compass. 

Through podcasts, panels and interviews, Compass will spotlight personal narratives of frontier disruptors and change-makers as they share their creative journeys and rituals towards building a better planet. Each dialogue will introduce ways to experience the world through the lens of people who hail from diverse backgrounds, yet are united in their passion for reimagining the future while remaining grounded in their unique present and perspective. 

Compass will launch this June 2022 with its first content series: The Possibility Podcast. It will be hosted by Award-Winning Storyteller and TEDx speaker Mukul Bhatia, a  sustainability advocate whose work and vision have been lauded by international media like Forbes America, The New York Times, National Geographic TV, and GQ Magazine. Bhatia states, ” We are in a historic period of transition, leading us to the enquiry to go inward and re-inspect purpose and pace. This brought us to create Compass, an intentional  medium of slow storytelling, created after months of planning with sustainability  mavericks at Banyan Tree HQ.”

Mukul added, “As the host and creative producer, I’ve had  the incredible opportunity to hold space for diverse voices from various industries and  geographies, with shared human essence of envisioning a better planet.”

Each of the  podcast’s eight episodes will focus on changemakers, and their journey, our first four being: 

• Twenty-one-year-old environmental activist and founder of Bye Bye Plastic Bags  Melati Wijsen from Bali, Indonesia. Honoured in Time Magazine’s most influential teens in the world and Forbes’ 30 Under 30 lists, Ms Wijsen has spoken on world stages like the United Nations (UN) and TED, and recently co-chaired the World Economic Forum’s Global Plastic Action Partnership committee. In the premier podcast, Melati reveals the everyday rituals of practical Sustainability, creating a  movement for good, making her one of the most powerful changemakers on the planet.
• Author, and Storyteller Jessica Nabongo from Los Angeles, USA, is the first documented black woman to visit all 195 UN Member States. Her Instagram is filled with vividly inspiring, authentic stories of her interactions with the farthest cultures on the planet. In her episode, Jessica reveals lessons of kindness from her voyage and shares the future possibility of a planet without borders.
• Sustainability Journalist, and Speaker Bandana Tewari, from Mumbai, India.  Formerly the editor-at-large and fashion features director of Vogue India, Ms.  Tewari has effortlessly narrated some of the most riveting stories of sustainability in fashion and propagated the art of living in Gandhian Context. This episode discusses the famed journalist’s cathartic move to Bali, and how it shaped her life.
• Linguist, author and filmmaker Helena Norberg-Hodge, from Byron Bay, Australia is the winner of Goi Peace Award, and founder of Local Futures Movement. She has spent her life researching in the wilderness of remote Himalayan cultures,  empowering the localised economy in the region. Her eye-opening research is detailed in her book Ancient Futures; she discusses the possibilities of future created with ancient wisdom in mind.

“The world is at a crossroads, with people seeking to re-define perspectives and create positive change. We are dedicating Compass, our first-ever storytelling platform, to the change-maker inside every person. If one person, one traveller, can create lasting positive change in the destinations they visit, what more than a hundred, or a thousand? Through life-affirming stories with our award-winning host and speakers, our first content series the  Possibility Podcast asks the question: what future are you building towards, 100 years from now?” says Ms Ho Ren Yung, senior vice president, Brand HQ of Banyan Tree Group. 

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The post Bali Dynasty Resort: Where guests’ satisfaction is the number one priority appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily.

Bali reopened to all international tourists in March and lifts the mask mandate and pre-departure testing for fully vaccinated travellers last month. This is great news for businesses in Bali, which suffered greatly during the pandemic.

This includes the Bali Dynasty Resort, which is 100% ready to welcome back its guests. “It has not been easy and it goes without saying that we will be very happy to be on the other side of the pandemic,” says Didit Indra, general manager of Bali Dynasty Resort.

TD caught up with Didit Indra and talked about reopening of the prime Indonesian island and the resort’s latest offerings.

Travel Daily (TD): Now that Bali has reopened, what are the changes incoming tourists will see on the island?

Didit Indra (DI): In a post-pandemic Bali, we expect that guests will experience the same Balinese charm as they always have. The spirit of the Balinese community and traditions are thankfully very strong, so tourists can expect the same Balinese hospitality that has made the island a top destination for tourists around the world.

Unfortunately, there are some businesses that have permanently or temporarily closed or which of course is very sad to see, however many restaurants, shops and tourist attractions remain open. One thing you can be sure of is that all tourists will be welcomed and the additional income that tourists provide will be a relief to many families who have struggled through the past couple of years.

TD: What are the new offerings or features/exciting things new and returning guests will see and experience in the resort?

DI: I believe that our resort has been strong in maintaining our returning guests to keep them excited and eager to come back to Bali Dynasty Resort for many years. This is something that we are very proud of and is a testament to the hard work and innovation that we, as a team, are constantly striving to improve. Furthermore, we have very special incentives for our repeat guests, such as our returnee booklet which contains some great value offers, in addition to all of our outlets within our resort. To encourage guests back to visit us post-pandemic, we have some very special promotions, so we urge you to check out our website and social media to see what great deals we have on offer.

I, along with the team, place our guests’ satisfaction as our number one priority.

TD: What is your personal goal for the resort this year? How will you get there?

DI: I believe that we are very strong in the Australian market, we continue to strive to maintain our relationship with our guests, both old and new, and keeping our brand awareness alive so that when they are able to travel, they will choose to come and stay at Bali Dynasty Resort. Our strategy to maintain the domestic market is also key for this year as we expect the overseas guests will gradually start to come back slowly as the year goes on.  To make sure these goals are achieved, I, along with the team, place our guests’ satisfaction as our number one priority, while also continuing to maintain and upgrade the facilities around the resort. Whenever everyone is able to fly, we are ready to welcome them back with our warm hospitality and utmost appreciation.

TD: What hospitality trends do you think we will see this year and how do you plan to capitalise on them?

DI: Speaking of new trends, we are expecting many of our bookings and communication to shift online. We have seen an increase in direct bookings through our website as well as through OTAs. In order to respond to this changing demand, we have invested heavily in training and upgrading our online presence, both via 3rd party companies and also social media platforms that are key to the new fast pace environment, including developing more content and videos for these social media channels in order to keep our audience engaged. And of course, that includes keeping on top of fast response times to our customers enquiries, and allowing them easy access to finding information online. We have also invested in a new and improved reservation system to enable our customers to book with ease, access menus, see our facilities and even check-in before they arrive.

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The post BLADE India unveils helicopter services in Goa appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily.

Urban Air Mobility company, BLADE India in association with Goa government, has launched three helicopter services for inbound travellers – by the seat flights – connecting Goa airport to North, South Goa and old Goa airport, private charter services from Maharashtra and within Goa and experiential flights.

Following the commencement, Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, said: “Heli Tourism will let us explore the hinterlands of Goa like never before. Government will gladly provide any kind of support for such initiatives to promote tourism in Goa. Many congratulations to BLADE India Aviation for successfully launching their services in the state.”

After a good response in Maharashtra and Karnataka, BLADE India is rapidly expanding its footprint in the country. With this launch, BLADE India aims to make Goa more accessible and navigable for travellers to discover the bounties and hidden gems at their own pace.

BLADE will be providing by-the-seat helicopter services from Goa airport to North and South Goa wherein a person can book just a seat in a helicopter through the official website or app and cover this distance in a few minutes.

Travellers can also opt for short experiential helicopter flights of 10-15 minutes to bask in the beautiful Goa views from atop or charter the entire aircraft should they wish to from nearby cities such as Mumbai, Pune and other neighbouring towns or within Goa as well. A few other landing points in Goa are Surla, Sanquelim in North Goa.

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The post Kids go free at ‘Inside Burj Al Arab’ appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily.

Inside Burj Al Arab – the immersive hotel tour from Jumeirah Group – has introduced a new offer welcoming children to a complimentary butler-guided tour. The butler guided tour is welcoming children up till the age of 11 years old completely free when accompanied by an adult.

Specially curated for up to 12 visitors, the butler-guided tours are available from 10.30am to 7.30pm daily, Inside Burj Al Arab provides a host of memorable and interactive experiences for the entire family just waiting to be shared.

Your Royal Suite butler is ready to open the doors on a burst of colour, rich fabrics and a host of stories and snippets to share with your family. With two floors dedicated to delivering a one-of-a-kind family outing, guests of all ages can truly immerse themselves in its magic through a series of interactive encounters including virtual reality displays, exciting video content showcasing key celebrity stunts, and a digital aquarium providing close-up experiences with some of the hotel’s more exotic inhabitants.

The offer is available for UAE residents only.

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