Arpita Adhya

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Location
Bengaluru, India
School
University of Calcutta, Jadavpur University
Expertise
Cultural Immersion, Slow Travel, Local Cuisine
  • Arpita speaks three languages and has lived in various corners of India.
  • As a keen observer of multiculturalism, she believes in traveling slowly to truly understand how communities have sustained their authentic living styles for decades.
  • Arpita is passionate about local cuisines and prefers staying in fewer places to experience regional food cultures deeply rather than checking boxes.

Experience

Arpita discovered her passion for travel through journalism, where she learned to uncover the authentic narratives that define communities. Her travel philosophy centers on genuine cultural exchange and understanding the everyday rhythms that make each destination unique. She specializes in slow travel experiences that prioritize depth over breadth, always seeking to understand how places have preserved their character across generations. Arpita has worked as an entertainment journalist for six years, contributing to several UK and U.S.-based publications.

Education

Arpita holds a master's degree in English literature from the University of Calcutta and a postgraduate diploma in journalism from Jadavpur University.

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