Celebrating Christmas under bright sunshine
What about spending this festive season getting to know yourself better. Deepening the knowledge of self-discovery and celebrating Christmas & New Years on the beach under bright sunshine.
Rejuvenation is just a small part of the entire process. When we talk about yoga, it isn’t only about sitting cross-legged (the postures) or the sequence of the Asana. They are just a part of the entire package.
The residential yoga teachers at Bamboo Yoga Retreat not only have the best teaching techniques and expertise but they also bring their passion and knowledge to your yoga classes. To add the cherry on top, yoga retreats and courses in a range of specialist disciplines will run with guest teachers who fly in to Goa from around the globe throughout the season.
A typical retreat includes:
- Accommodation in your own/ shared Bamboo ensuite beach hut.
- Two long yoga sessions a day.
- Meditation / Yoga Nidra / Pranayama.
- Yoga philosophy or workshops.
- Wake up power juice, fruits, large delicious vegetarian brunch and dinner.
- A boat trip to watch dolphins or yoga on a remote Goa beach.
- Beach group dinner.
So go ahead and email us on info@isano.co.uk for more details on these yoga retreats. Isano will help make your stay a lot easier – from arranging your international and domestic flights, to airport transfers and other benefits.
You can also, indulge yourself with private nightlife and parties in Mumbai, along with the shopping services we provide, on your way back from Goa. Book with us to enjoy the best Yoga retreat rate plus our extra added services.
StoreTour Profile: KultureShop
StoreTour profile: KultureShop
KultureShop is a design studio based in Bandra, Mumbai, which proudly bucks the popular trend of sourcing digital or other artwork from abroad. Located directly opposite the iconic Mehboob Studios, one could be forgiven for failing to spot the almost inconspicuous shop. In a generation obsessed with Game of Thrones, Breaking Bad and Batman, KultureShop attempts to break the mold by letting Indian artwork take centre-stage.
Founded back in 2013 by Arjun Chiranjiva, and co-run by Jas Charanjiva and Kunal Anand, it was launched as a platform for the very best Indian graphic artists from all over the world. In a matter of a few years, it has already established itself as one of the frontrunners in the Indian Graphic Arts industry. KultureShop, which started off as an outlet for only art tees and art prints, has evolved into a multifarious institution, as they have successfully branched out into fields such as stationery, accessories and home decor products. Perhaps what sets them apart from its rivals is its unique diversification of products. Products here are categorized even on the basis of the customer’s mood!
They allow their designers freedom of thought and expression, and encourage originality. Their customers include global icons like Coldplay frontman, Chris Martin, and Major Lazer’s Jillionaire.
The various artists are painstakingly curated from all over the world, with an 8-step curation process employed for hiring the best of the best. They’ve developed an environment which makes it easy for even strangers to stir up conversations about the art in place. In fact, KultureShop frequently hosts events which let the customers interact with the artists themselves, showing just how much they value active engagement with their audience. Their products offer an alternative form of social commentary with witty one-liners and eye-catching designs. They also have an active ecological conscience and they take their duties very seriously by delivering their products in reusable packaging.
KultureShop’s products are available online but it’s imperative that one visits the actual store itself to truly experience the ethos of the place. Art pervades through the entire outlet, from their products to their shelves! The walls are intelligently coated with white paint, which embellishes the vast array of vibrant products, in our minds.
Fortunately, if you’re a member of Isano, you won’t have to be at the mercy of Google Maps – which doesn’t really work well in India – to reach Mumbai’s hidden gems like KultureShop; India Made Easy’s dedicated StoreTour team will be happy to take you on a curated shopping tour! What’s more, you say? Well you get a fabulous 10{89567cf995020b51bebf38b0d64e59f779c82ce43544c263b7c65597f0573a3a} discount on your first purchase, if you use our referral code: ISANO10.
KultureShop’s official website: https://www.kultureshop.in/
Or contact us at storetour@isano.co.uk and visit www.indiamadeeasy.co.uk for your own guided shopping tour including KultureShop and other Mumbai gems.
Post by Shivansh Sareen, Isano Blogger Team.
The Challenges of Setting up a Business in India
India, a developing nation, with a population of over 1.3 billion people, and an embarrassment of natural resources, presents an alluring proposition for many businesses, but only a few global brands have been able to successfully penetrate and furthermore consolidate their business in the subcontinent.
Earlier many experts pointed to the stringent investment policies of the country as barriers-to-entry but those arguments too waned after the 1991 economic reforms, which liberalised laws to an extent. Currently the NDA government too has taken several steps in order to undermine India’s unfortunate reputation of being one of the most difficult nations to conduct business in. But the Indian population is still in the throes of rudimentary issues like illiteracy, poverty and of course, corruption. Throw into this India’s variety in terms of culture, language, economic and social statuses and you may have all the components of an entrepreneur’s nightmare.
Thus it’s difficult to gauge and analyse India on a macro level so much so that even experts struggle to define the Indian market in general terms. Also, the kinds and number of hurdles an organisation faces are largely dependent on the scale of its operations. If an organisation is looking to hire local manpower, it’s imperative to understand what and most importantly where to find the best talent.
India’s governance model has multiple layers, which is a necessity considering the sheer size of the country. It would be impossible to properly govern such a vast and diverse country, with a centralised governance structure, without inadvertent suffocation of its diversity. Therefore, there are many local and regional parties dotting India’s political landscape. Hence, apart from just Centre and State level elections, there are various lower level elections as well, which means various parties with various agendas come into power, which may or may not hamper your organisation’s prospects. If perchance there’s a conflict in your ideologies, you may need to grease a few palms. This brings us to perhaps the biggest issue in the country, an issue which makes investors wrinkle their noses in disgust; corruption.
It’s a well-documented fact that corruption has permeated through many levels of Indian society, and it’s appalling how it has become a norm. Procuring required permissions is an arduous process and it can take up to a whole year to get in place all the necessary permits for your business! This is the result of a self-inflicted two-pronged attack of the multi-layered governance system and the dilatory behaviour of the officials. Therefore it is a necessity to ‘incentivise’ the correct people.
Also, if yours is a global brand, it’s important to understand that your global marketing blueprint may go out of the window when it comes to India. Many global brands have failed to make the transition to the Indian landscape from ‘global’ to ‘glocal’. This is because India provides the gamut of social and cultural buying patterns, throughout the country. For instance, a product which is a success in North India may not do just as well in South India due to the cultural dichotomy. Therefore it’s imperative to conduct and continue comprehensive market research throughout the life of your product, especially in India, where people would switch brands at the blink of an eye if they find a more trustworthy/cheaper alternative. An example of a global brand failing to make a seamless transition into the Indian market would be Levi Strauss and Co.; which is now a popular brand, but initially, it was a failure. This was down to the fact that Levi’s presented itself as a ‘premium clothing’ brand and priced its products upwards of 1,100 INR. But the lion’s share of denim clothing is worn by people belonging to the age group of 16-25; who simply couldn’t fork out that kind of money for just jeans, especially when brands from the unorganized sector were selling similar products at a much pocket-friendly rate. Thus it is crucial for a global brand to take the assistance of local experts before foraying into the Indian landscape.
Post by
Shivansh Sareen, from ISANO’s blogger team
Taste Of Royalty For A Day
Ever wondered how a day in the life of a king would be like? Waking up to the melodious chirping of the birds snuggled up in your lovely orchards, you decide to take a walk in your alluring garden. Your walk is ensued by a meal made to order to pamper your taste-buds. Your afternoon is spent gazing at the lovely murals on your palace walls pondering about the thoughts the artist had while sketching each of these masterpieces. Evening finds you choosing between a game of croquet, going horse riding or simply walking past the village observing the life of your subjects. At dusk, you come home to unwind with an ethereal spa or a lovely massage and you experience your worries simmering down. Soon it’s time for dinner and you decide to spend some quality time with your close ones for a private dinner; the ingredients for which come from your own organic garden! Finally, you decide to call it a day and crawl into bed excited about the kite flying competition you have the next day in the courtyard.
Perfect. Isn’t it? What if someone told you, for once, no one’s going to pop the bubble of this dream? That you’d be able to live this lavish lifestyle without having to give up on the basic amenities that you enjoy in your day to day lifestyle. Say something as mundane but still as essential as your WiFi connection. Yes, there still exists a place where you have the past meets present or the traditional meets contemporary experience waiting for you.
Nestled amongst the pristine Aravali Hills, Devi Garh, this 18th-century fort palace stands a testimony to the larger than life stories of the Delwara kings who once resided here. Strategically placed such that even today it is just an hour’s drive away from the magnificent city of Udaipur, this place gives you the tranquility and close to nature experience without compromising on the accessibility or connectivity. Devi Garh has something to cater to everyone’s idea of living one’s life king size. Each of the suites here has its own theme and designing. Whether you’d like a panoramic view of the hills or the lush green gardens, there’s something in store for everyone.
There’s a lot more to this place than just the extravagant lifestyle. After picking one of the 39 exquisite suites, you can sit back and choose from an array of activities to pass your time. Take a dip in the glistening pool, learn yoga on the rooftop or lose yourself in the age-old library or perhaps star gaze with a telescope! The la Terre Spa by L’Occitane promises a titillating experience every time you step into their indoor rooms or outdoor cabana.
So the next time you decide to give into pure indulgence, sign up for this fairy-tale setting. A saga tour, you’ll cherish for years to come…
Post by
Priyanka Ganatra, from ISANO’s Travel Blogger Team
