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By Nishang Narayan
Published on May 27, 2025
Vacation time in Mumbai is all about making fun memories with your kids—and with the city’s variety of indoor attractions, there's never a dull moment. Whether you're trying to escape the summer heat or avoid the monsoon rains, here’s a list of six kid-friendly destinations in 2025 that promise loads of excitement, learning, and bonding time.
1. Pokiddo Junior, Lower Parel – Where Energy Meets Adventure
Located in Raghuvanshi Mills, Pokiddo Junior spans an impressive 14,000 sq. ft. of pure fun. Designed for children aged 2 to 12, it offers 10 different game zones—from trampolines and a princess room to motorboat racing and a giant ball pit. It’s the perfect place for energetic play and imaginative learning, all in a safe, air-conditioned setting.
2. KidZania, R City Mall, Ghatkopar – A Mini-City for Maximum Imagination
KidZania lets children roleplay over 100 real-world professions—from flying planes and cooking meals to being doctors or firefighters. The mini-city format helps kids learn essential life skills while having a blast.
3. Snow Kingdom, Phoenix MarketCity, Kurla – Sub-Zero Fun in the City
Snowball fights, ice slides, and snowfall indoors? Snow Kingdom offers a magical escape into winter with sub-zero temperatures set at -8°C. Kids (and adults!) can enjoy the full snow experience without leaving the city.
4. Nehru Planetarium, Worli – Explore the Cosmos
Turn your curious kids into budding astronauts with a visit to the Nehru Planetarium. With engaging shows on stars, planets, and galaxies, it's an educational treat for the whole family.
5. The Game Palacio, Jio World Drive, BKC – Luxe Gaming Meets Family Fun
If your family loves games, The Game Palacio is a must-visit. This premium gaming destination offers bowling alleys, VR zones, arcade games, and delicious food—all under one glamorous roof.
6. Happy Planet, Phoenix MarketCity, Kurla – Soft Play and Slides Galore
Designed for toddlers and young kids, Happy Planet offers soft play zones, climbing walls, and engaging activities in a safe and colorful environment. It’s ideal for some light-hearted fun after a day of shopping or cinema.
Plan. Play. Repeat!
From snow parks and roleplay cities to star-gazing and trampoline hopping, Mumbai offers no shortage of exciting indoor spaces to keep your kids engaged this vacation. So, pack your bags (and maybe a jacket for Snow Kingdom), and get ready for a season full of fun, laughter, and family adventures.
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Published on July 9, 2025
Magical Blends has unveiled a simple, effective skincare routine tailored for the monsoon season, powered by their unique patented personalised skincare system. This innovative range features six active plant-based serums clinically researched to address common skin concerns. Designed to be blended with a choice of cream or gel base, these serums promise a quick, hassle-free skincare ritual that fits easily into daily life.
For the monsoons, Magical Blends recommends a targeted combination to keep skin healthy and radiant despite the humidity. Their Niacinamide-enriched Glow Boosting Serum works wonders on dull skin with blemishes, helping to brighten the complexion, even out texture, prevent breakouts, and maintain a robust skin barrier.
The Sun Defence SPF 50 PA++++ Serum stands out as India's first oil-in-serum sunscreen, offering strong UVA & UVB protection without leaving a white cast. It’s also designed to shield against blue light from digital screens—ideal for daily AM use, rain or shine.
To keep acne at bay, the Tea Tree Oil and Salicylic Acid infused Pore Refining Serum is recommended for controlling sebum and refining pores. This versatile serum can be used across the face or as a spot treatment, fitting into both AM and PM routines based on skin type.
Meanwhile, the Vit C Brightening Serum is best used at night, working through the PM hours to fade pigmentation, stimulate collagen, and deliver a clearer, firmer, more youthful look by morning. Using it at night helps maximise its brightening benefits without concerns of sunlight-led oxidation.
Magical Blends’ monsoon skincare regime is straightforward: mix a pea-sized amount of your chosen base (cream or gel) with 3-4 drops each of the Sun Defence and Glow Boosting serums for the morning. At night, blend the base with 3-4 drops each of the Vit C Brightening and Pore Refining serums. Those with very oily or acne-prone skin can use the Pore Refining Serum in both routines. Apply evenly to face and neck for best results.
All products are dermatologically tested and free from sulphates, phthalates, mineral oil, artificial fragrances, and colours. They are cruelty-free and formulated with clean, plant-based actives.
Currently available at a special monsoon price of INR 1,056 for a set of four serums (three-week packs), the collection can be purchased online at https://magicalblends.in/collections/monsoon-essentials
So while the weather may be gloomy, your skin doesn’t have to be. Brighten up with Magical Blends’ monsoon essentials and step out with confidence this season!
Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Shishir Kumar Jena as Chief Financial Officer, a strategic move that underscores the boutique hospitality group’s ambitious growth plans across India.
Bringing over 32 years of deep-rooted experience in the hospitality sector, Shishir Kumar Jena is a seasoned finance leader known for his expertise in financial strategy, operational efficiency, and sustainable value creation. His career spans notable stints with respected hospitality brands such as Acron, Radisson, and Fortune Inn Exotica, where he consistently combined rigorous financial discipline with a commitment to guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
Jena’s extensive exposure to diverse ownership structures and property formats equips him with a rare ability to navigate complex financial environments with strategic precision. This background positions him perfectly to support Stone Wood’s expansion goals and evolving operational needs. For Jena, finance is not merely a profession—it’s a passion that drives his mission to build robust, profitable hospitality ventures.
His portfolio of expertise covers financial modelling, budget management, revenue optimization, and strategic planning across various segments of the hospitality landscape. This versatility will be pivotal as Stone Wood rolls out its diversified growth strategy across different markets and property types.
“We are delighted to welcome Shishir Kumar Jena to our leadership team at this pivotal moment in our company’s journey,” said Shikhar Kumar, Managing Director, Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts. “His extensive financial expertise and deep understanding of the hospitality industry make him the ideal candidate to guide our financial strategy as we embark on this exciting expansion phase. Shishir’s proven track record in driving operational efficiency and value creation will be instrumental in supporting our vision to redefine boutique hospitality across India.”
For more details, visit https://www.stonewoodresorts.com/.
Published on July 8, 2025
Crowne Plaza Greater Noida is proud to announce the addition of two seasoned hospitality professionals to its leadership team. Abhishek Sharma joins as the new Front Office Manager, while Simmy Chaudhary steps in as the Executive Housekeeper. Together, they bring over two decades of rich experience and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional guest service.
Abhishek Sharma – Front Office Manager
With over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Abhishek Sharma brings deep expertise and operational insight from some of the most respected hotel brands, including Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Taj, Accor, and Radisson. Prior to joining Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, he held senior positions such as Front Office Manager at Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre and Park Plaza Chandigarh-Zirakpur, where he played a pivotal role in enhancing guest experience and streamlining front office operations.
His strategic thinking, team leadership, and guest-centric approach are well aligned with the Crowne Plaza brand values.
Simmy Chaudhary – Executive Housekeeper
Joining the team as Executive Housekeeper, Simmy Chaudhary brings 13 years of extensive experience in the housekeeping and guest service domain. Before this role, Simmy served as the Assistant Executive Housekeeper at St. Regis Mumbai, and has held key housekeeping roles across renowned hotels such as Taj Palace Delhi, The Park, Eros Nehru Place, Radisson Blu Kaushambhi, Best Western, and Claridges Nabha Mussoorie, among others. She has also worked at notable properties across India including Radisson Blu Udaipur, Royal Retreat Resort Udaipur, Hyatt Regency Ludhiana, and Trident Agra.
Simmy specializes in strategic planning, operational excellence, cleanliness standards, and enhancing guest comfort. Known for her hands-on approach and attention to detail, she is committed to maintaining the highest levels of hygiene and quality across the property.
Welcoming the new leaders, Sharad K Upadhyay, General Manager of Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, shared: “The backbone of any successful hotel is its people, and we are truly fortunate to welcome Abhishek Sharma and Simmy Chaudhary to our team. Their wealth of experience, passion for service, and commitment to excellence perfectly align with our mission to deliver outstanding hospitality. I am confident that their leadership will further elevate our standards and guest satisfaction.”
These strategic appointments mark a significant step forward in Crowne Plaza Greater Noida’s journey to provide world-class hospitality. The entire team looks forward to the leadership and contributions of both Abhishek Sharma and Simmy Chaudhary as they embark on this new chapter.
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