Festive Gifting Made Special: Curate Your Christmas Gift Guide

Festive Gifting Made Special: Curate Your Christmas Gift Guide

By Nishang Narayan

Published on December 13, 2024

As Christmas approaches, it’s time to embrace the warmth, joy, and magic of the season. To make this festive time even more special, we've curated a collection of unique and thoughtful gift ideas that are perfect for spreading holiday cheer. Here's a look at three brands offering handpicked treasures that are bound to make your Christmas gifting unforgettable.

Purple Pompa – Happy Box

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Add a touch of self-care to your loved ones' holiday celebrations with Purple Pompa’s Happy Box. This thoughtfully curated skincare gift set is designed to bring an extra glow to the festive season. The Happy Box includes:

  • 3D Hydra Face Cleanser for gentle cleansing and age-balancing properties.
  • Moisturiser enriched with Vegan Biomarine Actives for deep hydration.
  • Night Repair Age Balance Serum with Tripeptides, Minerals, and Ceramides to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

Gift your loved ones the joy of self-care with this festive skincare delight. Explore more here.

Nutrizoe – Zoe Bars

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Celebrate the season with a healthful and indulgent gift from Nutrizoe. The Zoe Bars are a delightful snack option, perfect for women on the go. Packed with:

  • 11 essential vitamins
  • Calcium and iron
  • 6.5g of protein per bar

These chocolate hazelnut-flavored bars satisfy sweet cravings while providing a guilt-free energy boost. Whether as a stocking stuffer or a thoughtful gift, Zoe Bars blend wellness and flavor beautifully. Discover the Zoe Bars here.

Strch – Premium Activewear

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For fitness enthusiasts, Strch offers the perfect gift this Christmas. Strch’s premium activewear combines style, comfort, and performance with a focus on sustainability. From high-performance leggings to versatile tops, every piece supports fitness journeys while doubling as chic athleisure wear. Strch ensures breathable fabrics, ergonomic designs, and unmatched durability—making it an inspiring gift for the season. Shop the collection here.

This Christmas, celebrate the joy of giving with these thoughtful treasures that bring together wellness, self-care, and sustainability. Whether for skincare enthusiasts, fitness lovers, or health-conscious individuals, these unique gifts are sure to light up the holiday season!


Kairali Ayurvedic Group Opens First Wellness Centre in Jaipur

Kairali Ayurvedic Group Opens First Wellness Centre in Jaipur

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on July 8, 2025

Kairali Ayurvedic Group has inaugurated its first Kerala Ayurveda wellness treatment centre in Jaipur, Rajasthan, marking the group’s 11th centre in India and 17th globally. Located in Paschim Vihar, Vaishali Nagar, the centre features four well-equipped treatment rooms and aims to deliver authentic Ayurvedic therapies in a city that is rapidly becoming a wellness destination.

Executive Director Abishek K Ramesh highlighted Jaipur’s ₹1,400 crore wellness tourism economy and its alignment with Ayurveda’s growing relevance in modern India. Partnering with Dr. Rahul Sharma, Chief Embryologist at Ishwa IVF Pvt. Ltd., the centre is envisioned as a sanctuary for healing, rejuvenation, and preventive care.

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With Vaishali Nagar’s upscale infrastructure and excellent connectivity, the centre is poised to become a trusted space for holistic wellness. Dr. Sharma emphasized that Rajasthan’s strong Ayurvedic education ecosystem makes it the ideal location for promoting authentic Indian healing traditions. 

Built on Kairali’s legacy of over three decades, the Jaipur centre promises to uphold the brand’s commitment to purity, professionalism, and personalized care in every treatment it offers.


Marriott India Celebrates International Yoga Day with ‘One Earth, One Health’ Wellness Drives

Marriott India Celebrates International Yoga Day with ‘One Earth, One Health’ Wellness Drives

By Nishang Narayan

Published on June 24, 2025

Marriott India has successfully wrapped up its International Day of Yoga 2025 celebrations, echoing the national theme of "Yoga for One Earth, One Health" through a series of wellness-focused initiatives across its hotels. Aligned with the Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Ayush, the campaign reflects Marriott’s dedication to holistic living, not just for its guests but also for its associates.

The hotel chain launched curated wellness packages, dedicated yoga sessions, and guided practices across properties to reinforce the significance of integrating yoga into everyday life. These activities were designed to promote physical health, emotional balance, and mental resilience.

Sanjay Gupta, Chairman of the Marriott India Business Council, shared,

“Yoga is a timeless practice that offers unparalleled benefits for both individual and collective well-being… We aim to inspire our guests and associates to embrace yoga as a powerful tool for holistic living, contributing to a healthier planet and healthier communities.”

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Bengaluru’s Power-Packed Yoga Session

One of the standout moments of the celebration was a collaborative yoga session held in Bengaluru, where over 180 associates from 18 Marriott hotels gathered for a high-energy session led by Ms. Usha Rao, in collaboration with Warrior Rhythm.

The event, hosted at Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel, ended with a mindful breakfast, reinforcing the message of balance in mind, body, and nourishment. The energy and unity of the participants reflected Marriott’s growing wellness culture.

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Participating Bengaluru hotels included:

  • Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield

  • The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore

  • JW Marriott Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa

  • JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru

  • Sheraton Grand at Brigade Gateway

  • Courtyard Outer Ring Road, Hebbal, and Whitefield

  • Fairfield Rajajinagar, Whitefield, Outer Ring Road

  • Four Points by Sheraton Whitefield

  • Aloft Outer Ring Road and Whitefield

  • Mulberry Shades Nandi Hills (Tribute Portfolio)

  • Moxy Bengaluru Airport

  • Marriott Executive Apartments UB City

The enthusiastic response further reinforces Marriott India's wellness-forward vision and support for India's mission to embed Yoga into daily life. These efforts showcase Marriott’s ongoing commitment to build healthier communities through shared, inclusive well-being practices.


Aloft Bengaluru Whitefield Marks International Yoga Day with a Vision for One Earth, One Health

Aloft Bengaluru Whitefield Marks International Yoga Day with a Vision for One Earth, One Health

By Author

Published on June 22, 2025

Aloft Bengaluru Whitefield celebrated the International Day of Yoga 2025 with great enthusiasm and purpose, aligning with the national theme "Yoga for One Earth, One Health." This initiative, led by the Ministry of Tourism and Ministry of Ayush, inspired a series of wellness-driven activities at the hotel, showcasing its deep commitment to holistic well-being for guests and associates alike.

The hotel transformed into a space of serenity and mindfulness, inviting participants to engage in rejuvenating yoga sessions that emphasized not only physical fitness but also emotional and mental resilience. The day’s activities reflected Marriott India’s broader wellness philosophy—where hospitality goes beyond service to embrace harmony, health, and healing.

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Recognizing the timeless relevance of yoga, Aloft Bengaluru Whitefield is integrating wellness practices into everyday guest experiences. Curated wellness packages, guided yoga sessions, and thoughtful health-centric programming are becoming part of the hotel's evolving offerings, ensuring that guests leave not just refreshed, but rebalanced.

Mr. Hafizullah Baig, General Manager of the hotel, expressed, “Yoga is a timeless practice that offers unparalleled benefits for both individual and collective well-being. We at Marriott India are deeply committed to fostering a culture of health and mindfulness. By aligning with the 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' theme, we aim to inspire our guests and associates to embrace Yoga as a powerful tool for holistic living, contributing to a healthier planet and healthier communities.”

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The celebrations stood as a testament to Aloft Bengaluru Whitefield’s proactive approach to well-being, sustainability, and community engagement. Through its dedication to integrating yogic principles into everyday hospitality, the hotel continues to lead by example—demonstrating that true care begins from within and radiates outward, benefitting not just individuals but the world around them.

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