Vandana Vijay, Founder and CEO, Offbeat Tracks
- Vandana is the founder and chief executive officer of Offbeat Tracks.
- She is a TEDx speaker, an Ex-Facebook Employee, and an All India UPSC CDS First Rank holder.
Podcast
Overview
Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Vandana Vijay, the founder and CEO of Offbeat Tracks, a platform revolutionizing travel experiences in India. From her childhood in a defense family to her passion for exploration, Vandana shares how her experiences shaped the inception of Offbeat Tracks. Discover the essence of her company’s mission, which focuses on preserving indigenous knowledge and traditions while offering unique and immersive travel experiences. Learn about the role of experiential travel in fostering cultural understanding and the exciting destinations and adventures that Offbeat Tracks has in store for travelers. Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and connection with India’s rich heritage and hidden gems.
00:33- About Vandana Vijay
- Vandana is the founder and chief executive officer of Offbeat Tracks.
- She is a TEDx speaker, an Ex-Facebook Employee, and an All India UPSC CDS First Rank holder.
06:58- What are the criteria that you use when you decide to select a new destination?
- Market demand is a primary consideration for selecting new destinations, ensuring there is existing buzz or tourism activity.
- Personal familiarity and extensive travel experience in potential destinations play a crucial role in decision-making.
- Thorough research and immersion in the local culture, meeting stakeholders, and curating unique experiences are essential steps in the selection process.
19:11- What are some of the upcoming destinations and experiences that the Offbeat Tracks are excited to offer? And are you looking at something outside India?
- Offbeat Tracks is expanding its offerings to include destinations across Southeast Asia, such as Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand.
- Exciting plans are in the works to explore Central Asia, particularly the historic Silk Road, showcasing the region’s rich cultural heritage.
- Within India, Offbeat Tracks continues to uncover hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path experiences, such as the Trans Mountain Trail and lesser-known destinations like Grace Valley, offering unique and immersive travel adventures.
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Learn more about Vandana Vijay: LinkedIn
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- Vandana is the founder and chief executive officer of Offbeat Tracks.
- She is a TEDx speaker, an Ex-Facebook Employee, and an All India UPSC CDS First Rank holder.
