NVIDIA, the semiconductor technology company that initially focused on high-end graphics processing units (GPUs) for video games and business visualization applications, became the world’s newest tech titan and a trillion dollar company after shifting focus on artificial intelligence. Likewise, it’s no news that KMPG always stands on the ‘Big Four’ accounting firms till date. Many famous businesses stay on top through the years, not matter the changes. What’s their secret? Hardwork, talent, luck, passion etc are ever the common answers. But all this does not happen continually and that’s why there is a break or vacation or holiday you may call it. Companies big or small, all deserve a time out from their busy schedule to refresh and restart with new ideas.
If your list is still empty or unfinished, here are some holiday destinations that top company leaders visit for an unwinding experience.
First Stop - London!
The CEO of KPMG India Yezdi Nagporewalla prefers getting away from the hustle by visiting London. It is rich in history and has long served as the Royal Family's residence. The London Eye, arguably the most famous Ferris wheel in the world, served as the centerpiece of London's millennium celebrations in 2000. The wheel's individual glass capsules climb up to 443 feet above the Thames, providing some of the city's most beautiful vistas for roughly 30 minutes. Both Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square honor Lord Horatio Nelson's triumph over the French there. In contrast, Picadilly Circus is the crossroads of several busy streets in London, including Piccadilly, Regent, Haymarket, and Shaftsbury Avenue. Here, the winged Eros sculpture, which is gently poised on one foot, overlooks this busy traffic.
Now Fly Straight to Europe
If you are more into the outdoors and a long vacation then Europe is The stop and it is for South Asia’s NVIDIA’s Managing Director, Vishal Dhupar as well. Son of an army officer, Dhupar has travelled a lot across India and Europe. Here are some popular getaways from the latter for the holidays.
Santorini island
There are countless beautiful sites to discover, including beautiful cities, picture-perfect towns, mighty mountain ranges, and stunning beaches. First off, the Santorini island is made up of the remains of a long-gone volcano.
One of the most picturesque towns here is Oia, which poses with cascades of whitewashed buildings scattered with blue dome churches and windmills to provide an amazing backdrop for photographers that glow colourfully at night.
Southern Norway
The next destination is Southern Norway, which is abundant with fjords, waterfalls, mountains, and some of Europe's thrilling hiking paths. The fjord can be explored on foot, by automobile, by train, or by boat. Also there are ways for blending each of these means of travel into a grand Norwegian vacation.
Paris
The wide boulevards, the architecture, the parks and gardens, the street cafes, and the monuments all combine to make Paris. Enjoy the view from the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, Musée d'Orsay, and the Louvre. Take a leisurely walk along the Seine River and along the Champs-Élysées. Visit Montmartre, eat lunch at a café on the street, and enjoy French food for dinner.
Venice
The most enchanting, historice, and grandest cities in Europe is Venice. Take a gondola ride, explore the streets of Venice, travel to St. Mark's Basilica, ascend the Campanile di San Marco for a bird's-eye view of the city, cross the Rialto Bridge, see the Doge's Palace, go on a day trip to Murano or Burano, and more.
Hop on Your Bike to Leh & Ladakh
Bike rides are ever the craze on social media or for the solitaire soul. Magicbricks CTO Subodh Kumar’s favorite, Leh & Ladakh, has got the right package needed for a bike ride. Ladakh is well known for being the only freezing desert in India and for abutting the Pangong Lake, the highest saltwater lake in the world. For many people, ascending Khardung la, the highest motorable road in the world, is a dream come true. One of the most popular activities for tourists to Ladakh on routes like the Chadar Trek, Stock Kangri Trek, Markha Valley Trek, Nubra Valley Trek, Padum to Darcha route, etc. is mountain trekking. The most well-known festival in Ladakh, the Hemis event, is renowned for providing the greatest meditative renewal in monasteries surrounded by exquisitely carved walls. As a result, it is thought that being in Ladakh brings out one's finest spiritual self. The chance to see the spectacular sight of the junction of the two rivers, the Zanskar and the Indus, before they join and flow into Pakistan as the River Indus, is another reason in the fame of this location. In addition to its other well-known meals like Tibetian Stew and Ladakhi Bread, which is prepared exclusively in Ladakh, you may savor the tastiest momos in the nation there.
Board a Ship to Goa
To escape into the nightlife is one of the dreams of many nocturnal birds. Here’s what Dynatrace’s Indian Country Director Subbu Subramanian’s Goa destination has for you. It is one of India's most popular tourist attractions not just for the beaches but also for the great weather, vibrant nightlife, mouthwatering seafood, exhilarating water sports, and other amenities. Numerous water activities are available at beaches like Calangute, Candolim, Anjuna, Sinqurim, Vagator, and Bambolim. If you enjoy non-vegetarian seafood dishes such Sheet Kodi Nustey, Fried Fish, Crabs, Prawn Curry, Pomfret, and many other mouthwatering Goan specialties, then must try the top seafood restaurants in Goa. The first four days of February in Goa are particularly noteworthy since they are devoted to the Portuguese era and all visitors and locals dress in period garb and even fancy dress. Additionally, there are wonderful river and sea cruises that will make your Goa vacations special. The Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral, Church of the Lady of the Rosary, St. Francis, Chapel of St. Catherine, etc., provide spiritual seekers with a sense of tranquillity and history that cannot be ignored, especially with the spectacular Portuguese architecture and architectural splendor.
Fasten your Flight Seat Belt Again for the Last Stop - Belgium!
A lot of us relish the taste of Beligium chocolates and desserts even if its name is just tagged on the dish. But to experience the real Belgium it’s not just the chocolates to relinquish for but some other places and experiences as well. Let’s see how DSP Mutual Fund’s CFA and Senior Vice President, Anil Ghelani’s Belgium has for your holiday package.
Travelers sometimes overlook Belgium in favor of neighbors like France and the Netherlands, but it's actually one of the continent's best-kept secrets.
Brussels
Art aficionados can spend the entire day seeing the Royal Museum of Fine Arts of Belgium in Brussels, the capital of Belgium and the location of NATO and the European Union. The Brussels flea markets, particularly the daily open-air antique market in Place du Jeu-de-Balle, and the stores in the Sablon neighborhood, offering reasonably priced vintage shopping. For foodies, Brussels is the location to experience all of Belgium's culinary landmarks. Délirium Café is a popular, busy bar with more than 2000 types of beer. Additionally, Maison Dandoy's fluffy Belgian-style waffles and Pierre Marcolini's delicious Belgian chocolate are both worth trying.
Bruges
The city, which is frequently referred to as the Venice of the North, is immensely lovely with its complicated system of canals bordered with trees, cobblestone streets, and maintained houses.
Namur Province
The landlocked Wallonian province of Namur, also known as the "Land of Valleys," is surrounded by nature, including rivers, cliffs, rolling farm hills, and rich Belgian Ardennes flora.
Antwerp
The second-largest city in Belgium and the site of the renowned Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp is also its hippest. Antwerp is home to some of the industry's leading designers, including Martin Margiela and Demna Gvasalia of Balenciaga.