Freelance Journalist & Writer| 📰 in Al Jazeera, CNT| Writes about Lifestyle, Sustainability, and History
#Published. A travel story for Condé Nast India about Ooty. An effort for responsible travel storytelling focussed on sustainability. . Just like homegrown lifestyle brands are gaining popularity, it's high time for the travel industry to bring local storytellers, regional cultural experiences, cuisines, and heritage conservation efforts into mainstream tourism. . This will not only give travellers the most authentic experience but will also encourage local communities to preserve their unique heritage and culture. . This article is a sincere effort in that direction. It guides you from a walk down to a Toda village in the beautiful grasslands of Ooty, to experiencing a heritage palace that has been transformed into a hotel. These five experiences offer a unique perspective of Ooty, distinct from the usual crowded tourist spots. . It highlights the experiences offered by individually-run businesses, heritage buildings conserved and turned into cafes and hotels, all-women-run travel enterprises. So, bookmark this article for your next visit to Ooty. . . Welcome Heritage Akansha Vij #travel #environmental #sustainability #ecotravel #tourism #carbonfootprint #travelwriting #storytelling #womenintravel #sustainablebusiness #sustainabletravel #travelwriter
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9moWay to go! Congratulations!!!! so happy to see this... :)