Skip to content

About
- Me
Published Work
Blog
Miscellaneous
Special Projects
- Real Estate
  - Real Estate Stories
Contact

Bindu Gopal Rao, Freelance Writer & Photographer

My tryst with writing – a long story!

— Spa Mantra —

Articles in Spa Mantra

September 6, 2016

Spread the love

Spa Mantra is a spa based publication from C & E Media that also publishes StyleSpeak. Here are some of my stories:

The Spa at the Park Plaza

Fit as a Fiddle – Hotel Gyms

Music Matters in A Spa

Soft Skills in Hotels

A perfect spa room

The work of workouts

Serena Spa at the Grand Mercure Hotel

Name(required)

Email(required)

Website

Comment(required)

Δ

Share this:

Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)
Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window)
Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)
Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)
Click to print (Opens in new window)

Like this:

Like Loading...

Related

September 6, 2016September 11, 2016 BinduSpa MantraBeauty, grand mercure. detox, gym, music, rejuvenate, relax, rest, room, serena spa, spa, Style Speak

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published.

Comment

Name

Email

Website

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

Notify me of follow-up comments by email.

Notify me of new posts by email.

Δ

Post navigation

Previous Post Article on Mysore in TruJetter

Next Post Bengaluru’s Ganesha Festival – BGU

Subscribe to Blog via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Email Address

Follow me on Instagram @bindugopalrao

bindugopalrao

Spent a delightful couple of days at the newly ope

Spent a delightful couple of days at the newly opened Park Indore. The 99 room property is a great way to enjoy the city while it allows you to relax and enjoy the local food. The meals are superbly crafted and there is much to do within the property as well. For your next trip to Indore, look no further than @theparkindore
.
.
#staycation #hoteldesign #spa #indore #madhyapradesh #hotel #Foodstagram #nofilter

Thrilled with sighting the Collared Kingfisher. A

Thrilled with sighting the Collared Kingfisher. A mid-sized kingfisher with a variable plumage pattern; nearly 50 subspecies described worldwide. All of them have a greenish-blue crown, a white spot above (ebird.org).
Check my YouTube for a more detailed video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxFkWqQCchY&t=4s
.
#kingfisher #andamans #collaredkingfisher #bird #birds #birdsofinstagram #earlybird #birdwatching #birdphotography #birding #lovebirds #your_best_birds #nuts_about_birds #bestbirdshots #birdstagram #birdlovers #bird_brilliance #natgroyourshot

Andaman Diaries. Some vignettes from a recent visi

Andaman Diaries. Some vignettes from a recent visit to Port Blair and Neil Island. The serenity and bio diversity of the Andamans is a must see.
.
.
#andamanislands #andaman #andamanandnicobar #beach #neilisland #water # sunrise #subset #mangroves #trees # nature #nofilter

Did you know that you can reverse diabetes if you

Did you know that you can reverse diabetes if you eat the right food? Thanks @livealtlife for an insightful session. Sampled this delicious meal put together by @monikamanchanda. The best part is that no flours have been used in any of these four courses. Swipe to see the name cards of these dishes.
.
.
#reversediabetes #livealtlife #Foodstagram #foodphotography #foodpost #healthyeating #vegetarianfood #flourless #nofilter

Always a pleasure to be back at Kairali - The Ayur

Always a pleasure to be back at Kairali - The Ayurvedic Healing Village in Palakkad. Holistic wellness rooted in Ayurveda, simple vegetarian meals, yoga and meditation and a tranquil environment. The resort has been recently overhauled and is a great wellness getaway.
.
.
#travelphotography #travelgram #travel #wellness #ayurveda #yoga #meditation #ayurvedicmassage #kerala #palakkad #nofilter

I spent some time at Awfis Gold co-working space i

I spent some time at Awfis Gold co-working space in Prestige Shantiniketan Whitefield and can say it is a great way to have a change of your work space. Excellent wifi, good food, COVID safety protocols, printing service and meeting spaces which you can get access with credits. Check www.awfis.com for more details.
.
.
#coworkingspace #coworking #office #officedesign #cowork #bengaluru #prestigeshantiniketan #nofilter

Purple Passion. Jacaranda mimosifolia is a sub-t

Purple Passion. Jacaranda mimosifolia is a sub-tropical tree native to south-central South America that has been widely planted elsewhere because of its attractive and long-lasting violet-colored flowers. It is also known as the jacaranda, blue jacaranda, black poui, Nupur or fern tree. Seen in full bloom in Lalbagh, Bengaluru.
.
.
#jacarandá #jacarandatree #shotononeplus #shotonnikon #nikonphotography #purple #flowerphotography #flowersofinstagram #nofilter

Glimpses from my recent staycation at Signature Cl

Glimpses from my recent staycation at Signature Club Resort by Brigade Hospitality. I stayed at their villas that are expansive at over 4250 square feet and have four bedrooms across three levels. The food experiences were curated to perfection including a DIY session with the Executive Chef as well as dining under a banyan tree with live music. Perfect for families and friends.
.
.
#staycation #nature #hoteldesign #resort #food #Foodstagram #bengaluru #brigadehospitality

I spent a delightful couple of days at The Leela G

I spent a delightful couple of days at The Leela Gandhinagar last week. A unique property that is built over a railway station it is joined owned by the Government and Railways and is managed to perfection by @theleela group.
.
.
#hotel #gandhinagar #theleela #accomodation #gujarat #thaali #foodpost #hoteldesign #decor #restaurantdesign #reception #lights #nofilter

Shades of Spring at Bengaluru's Lalbagh. . . #flow

Shades of Spring at Bengaluru's Lalbagh.
.
.
#flowerphotography #flowersofinstagram #flowerstagram #flowers #nature #naturephotography #naturelover #nammabengaluru #nofilter #lalbagh

I spent a couple of days at the salt marsh of the

I spent a couple of days at the salt marsh of the Little Rann of Kutch in Gujarat on a personal trip with the intention to see flamingos. I was of course in for a treat and saw several animals and birds. Some pics from a trip that has to be my favourite.
Here are the names:
1. Greater Flamingo
2. Lesser Flamingo
3. Chestnut Bellied Sandgrouse
4. Asian Green Bee Eater
5. Ashy Crowned Sparrow Lark
6. Purple Sunbird (female)
7. Common Kestrel
8. Indian Wild Ass
9. Nilgai
10. Desert Fox (male)
.
.
#birds # flamingos #birdsofinstagram #LRK #littlerannofkutch #GreaterFlamingo
#LesserFlamingo #ChestnutBelliedSandgrouse #AsianGreenBeeEater #AshyCrownedSparrowLark #PurpleSunbird #CommonKestrel #IndianWildAss #Nilgai
#DesertFox
#nofilter #shotonnikon #nikonphotography #nikon

This is the WelcomSthalika at WelcomHotel by ITC H

This is the WelcomSthalika at WelcomHotel by ITC Hotels, Bengaluru. A unique concept that showcases the culinary traditions of the region. So there is a local thaali, based on the WelcomHotel you go to. This one at WelcomCafé Jacaranda is The Karnataka Sthalika that has an interesting selecction of native regional specialties ranging from North Karnataka, Karavali coastal Karnataka, Coorg, South Karnataka and the princely Royal city of Mysore. A great way to experience Karnataka on a plate. Vegetarian at INR 799+taxes and non vegetarian at INR 899+taxes. A meal that I highly recommend you try.
Thanks @amandeep2369 and @iamsimonti for your wonderful company. Loved the custom experience and your attention to detail.
.
#foodpost #Foodstagram #foodphotography #foodies #thaali #ITCHotels #welcomhotel #welcomheritage #nammabengaluru #bengaluru #karnataka

Continuing with my latest obsession the pink tabeb

Continuing with my latest obsession the pink tabebuia. While the trees are thinning out a bit I found some more trees that are in full bloom.
.
.
#pink #pinkflowers🌸 #tabebuia #flowerphotography #flowersofinstagram #flowers #lalbagh #nammabengaluru #nammakarnataka #nofilter

Tabebuia avellanedae or the pink trumpet is in blo

Tabebuia avellanedae or the pink trumpet is in bloom in Bengaluru. Some cheer amidst the Omicron wave. Nature at its best. Swipe for more shots including a close up of the beautiful flower.
.
.
#pink #flowerphotography #flowersofinstagram #lalbagh #flowers #nature #flowerstagram #nammabengaluru

Wishing you a year of love, light, luck and the wa

Wishing you a year of love, light, luck and the warmth of sunshine like these photos. Happy new year 🎉
.
.
#newyear #newyear2022 #sunrise #sunshine #sunphotography #naturephotography #nofilter #lake #lakeview #lalbagh #nammabengaluru #nammakarnataka

Some of the vegetarian fare I sampled recently at

Some of the vegetarian fare I sampled recently at Glass, a modern Indian restaurant and bar curated by Chef Abhijit Saha at Brigade Group owned Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse. The restaurant is based on an indoor garden setting concept and there is traditional cuisine from different regions of India served in a contemporary manner. Known to work magic with his fingers, Chef Saha has come up with an interesting selection of food here. Sample this: Makki Ki Roti & Sarson Ka Saag Tostadas, Avocado and Khakra, Mock Meat Galauti Kebab with Mint chutney, Mango Pickle & Pomegranate Stuffed Curd Rice Arancini, Father Michael's Burrata Coriander cashew pesto, Makki Ki Raab Roasted corn and popcorn soup, Signature Appam with Stew Espuma, Rendition of Elaneer Payasam and a novel take on rasmalai.
.
.
#food #foodphotography #Foodstagram #restaurant #bengaluru #foodies #foodpost #foodporn #vegetarianfood #vegetarian

Christmas vignettes at home. Don't really need a t

Christmas vignettes at home. Don't really need a traditional tree to celebrate the spirit of the season. Merry Christmas 🌲⛄
.
.
#christmasornaments #christmasdecorations #christmas #christmasdecor #tistheseason #red #green #santa

Had the honour of sampling a wonderful menu create

Had the honour of sampling a wonderful menu created by the third year undergraduate students of the Institute of Hotel Management, Bengaluru on the invite of Dean @vasundaradharmaraaj. The food was an eclectic buffet that the students made with much dedication and sincerity. I sampled the vegetarian fare that included a creamy broccoli soup, vegetable tarts, tofu and vegetable curry, herb rice, pulav, raita, Shahi korma and more. Desserts included delightful cupcakes, Christmas cookies and churros. The entire menu that also included several non vegetarian options was varied and had something for everyone. Had a good time interacting with the Staff and students. And good food needs #nofilter. Check my stories too. A wonderful plum cake made by the students.
.
.
#buffet #foodpost #foodgasm #food
#vegetarianfood #vegetables #hotelmanagement #Foodstagram #foodphotography

My latest visit to Kolkata was courtesy Beyzaa, a

My latest visit to Kolkata was courtesy Beyzaa, a boutique property in Salt Lake City Sector V. The team added so many personal touches and went out of the way to make me feel welcome. Thank you Sudhir, Ruchi and Chef Sanjit Roy for everything you did. Here are some snapshots of the property, swipe for me.
.
.
#kolkata #hotel #boutiquestays #foodpost #hotelaccommodation #cityofjoy #saltlakecity #brewery #microbrewery

Kadmat Island in Lakshadweep is all things picture

Kadmat Island in Lakshadweep is all things picture postcard perfect. White sandy beaches, azure blue and turquoise hued waters and swaying green coconut palms. And yes some of the most amazing corals I saw in a glass bottom boat. Thanks for the shore excursion @cordeliacruises
.
.
#nofilter #lakshwadeep #lakshwadeeptourism #lakshwadeepdiaries #water #ocean #beach #whitebeach #coconutpalm #naturephotography #nature #lakshwadeepdiaries #perfectholiday

Load More... Follow on Instagram

Search for:

Recent Comments

Bindu on Stories in Deccan Herald’s Homes & Interiors (DH Realty)
CG Infra on Stories in Deccan Herald’s Homes & Interiors (DH Realty)
Bindu on Pitchuka Srinivas – Kalamkari in Pedana
vishvas on Pitchuka Srinivas – Kalamkari in Pedana
Guest Post: Transformational Architecture, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) – Rashminotes on Kolkata based EPSILON designed Home

Recent Posts

Raw Mango Recipes
The Leela Gandhinagar
Unusual Museums in USA
Purvi Shah Designed Home
Divorce Bitterness

Categories

About (1)
Blog (158)
- Vegetarian Recipes (11)
Contact (1)
Miscellaneous (2)
Published Work (1,470)
- Adventure & Wildlife (1)
- Adventure Uncovered (1)
- Airports (15)
- Apparel (104)
- Architect & Interiors India (41)
- Architectural Digest (32)
- Asia Spa (2)
- Asiaville News (1)
- Aspire Magazine (9)
- Bangalore Mirror (16)
- Beautiful Homes (1)
- Bihanga (2)
- Built Expressions (1)
- Business Traveller (1)
- C Word Magazine (1)
- Citizen Matters (5)
- CnT (1)
- Culturama (2)
- CW Interiors (1)
- Deccan Chronicle (159)
- Deccan Herald (71)
  - Homes & Interiors (19)
  - Living (18)
  - Metrolife (1)
  - Others (1)
  - Spectrum (9)
  - Sunday Herald (22)
- Digital Studio (4)
- Discover India (10)
- Discover India's North East (3)
- DLF Magazine (2)
- Fair Planet (3)
- Femina (48)
- First Post (4)
- Free Press Journal (17)
- GIREM (1)
- Global Spa (1)
- Go Getter (4)
- Good Housekeeping (1)
- Goya Journal (3)
- Gulf Life (5)
- Happy Flying (5)
- Happytrips.com (4)
- Hash#ag (17)
- Healthcare India (17)
- Hi Blitz! (2)
- Hindustan Times (18)
- Honey Colony (3)
- Hotelier India (26)
- India Currents (7)
- India Now: Business and Economy (1)
- India Perspectives (2)
- Indiaah (1)
- Indigo 6E (1)
- Jakarta Post / J Plus (1)
- JetWings (5)
- Khaleej Times (2)
- Kotak Select (2)
- Life Science (1)
- Lonely Planet (6)
- Luxury Lifestyle Magazine UK (42)
- Luxury Wellness (3)
- Magna Group (4)
  - Society Interiors (3)
- Malayala Manorama (96)
  - Smartlife (89)
  - The Man (2)
- Manufacturing Today (30)
- Millionaire Asia (14)
- Music Plus (3)
- National Geographic Traveller (1)
- Natural Diamonds (1)
- New Woman (24)
- Ours To Save (2)
- Passion Passport (6)
- Peaklife (1)
- Performance Menu (1)
- Pioneer Group (1)
- Rail Bandhu (1)
- Readers Digest (3)
- Round Glass Thali (4)
- Sakal Times (66)
- Salam Air (2)
- Seema Magazine (51)
- Simply Bangalore – India Today (1)
- Smart Mouth (1)
- Spa Mantra (1)
- Spice Route (87)
- Spunky Indian (4)
- StyleSpeak (51)
- The Hans India (17)
- The Hindu (25)
- The Hindu Business Line (3)
- The India Story Agency (1)
- The National News (3)
- The New Indian Express (77)
- The Sindhian (17)
- The Tribune (52)
- Travel+Leisure (15)
- Travel3sixty (6)
- Traveldine (6)
- Travioor (1)
- Trujetter (6)
- Vacationer Magazine (1)
- Vesture by Ninecolours (3)
- VFS (5)
- Vistara (7)
- Whetstone (2)
- Wildwatch (5)
- Zee Zest (24)
Real Estate (4)
Special Projects (5)

Archives

Meta

Log in
Entries feed
Comments feed
WordPress.org

Follow me on Pinterest

Follow my blog with Bloglovin

Follow me on Blogarama

LionsHome blog network

Blog Adda

Proudly powered by WordPress | Theme: Anissa by AlienWP.

Shares

error: Content is protected !!

Loading Comments...

Write a Comment...

Email (Required)

Name (Required)

Website

Send to Email Address Your Name Your Email Address

Cancel

Post was not sent - check your email addresses!

Email check failed, please try again

Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email.

%d bloggers like this: