{"id":23511,"date":"2024-02-14T16:51:10","date_gmt":"2024-02-14T16:51:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/?p=23511"},"modified":"2024-02-23T18:07:51","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T18:07:51","slug":"experience-travel-talks-episode-2-shahpura-bagh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/experience-travel-talks-episode-2-shahpura-bagh\/","title":{"rendered":"Experience Travel Talks: Episode 2"},"content":{"rendered":"

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00:10 \u2013 Introduction to the episode
\n00:43 \u2013 A little about the Singh family
\n00:57 \u2013 Peek inside Shahpura Bagh
\n01:45 \u2013 Discover how the family-run retreat contributes to the community
\n02:30 \u2013 Meet Jai Singh, the current owner and father figure
\n04:12 \u2013 Sam poses the question: ‘What are the intentions behind the guest experience?’
\n04:22 \u2013 Jai sheds light on the ‘slow travel’ aspect of a stay here
\n05:12 \u2013 Harking back to Shahpura in the 1950s and 60s
\n06:36 \u2013 How you’ll feel after a stay at Shahpura
\n06:57 \u2013 Why Shahpura is the perfect addition to a Rajasthan itinerary
\n08:58 \u2013 The retreat’s main draws
\n09:44 \u2013 Shahpura’s delicate footprint
\n10:35 \u2013 Meet Darshini, the owner’s daughter and fellow custodian
\n11:45 \u2013 Ways in which the retreat gives back to the community
\n13:02 \u2013 What Darshini would like to focus on more in the future
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Some of the sights and sounds that’ll surround you here…<\/h2>\n

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Look out for beautiful birdlife as you cross the lake<\/p>\n

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Soak up panoramic views from 16th-century Fort Dhikola<\/p>\n

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Hear tinkling sheep bells as you walk through the village<\/p>\n

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Watch as rays of sunlight flood your spacious suite<\/p>\n

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As champions of ‘slow travel’…<\/h2>\n

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The Singh family value sustainable and responsible travel hugely. They’ve set up a number of valuable social-outreach initiatives<\/a> to support the nearby villagers, and they also back local artisans to help keep the region’s rich tapestry of handicrafts alive.<\/p>\n

To preserve the area’s natural biodiversity, they work hard to maintain and improve the 200+ lakes on the grounds, which were originally constructed by their ancestors to address the region’s drought-like conditions.<\/p>\n

Those of us lucky enough to stay at their \u2018summer palace\u2019 also benefit immensely from their work in the community. From wandering around the local village and visiting the family tombs to exploring the lovely lakes and enjoying evening drinks at a local fort that’s been in the family for generations, you feel a sense of tremendous luck, honour and privilege, enabled by the obvious standing in which the family is held locally.<\/p>\n

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Are you tempted to visit Shahpura Bagh<\/a>?<\/h2>\n

If so, we\u2019ve got some great holiday ideas for you.<\/p>\n

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Take your pick:<\/p>\n

Our brand-new Regal Residences of Rajasthan itinerary<\/a><\/p>\n

A Different Side to Rajasthan<\/a><\/p>\n

Princely Rajasthan<\/a><\/p>\n

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We hope you enjoyed the second episode of Experience Travel Talks<\/a><\/h2>\n

If you liked what you heard make sure to stick around for more episodes from the Experience Travel Group. As well as unravelling the stories and family legacies behind our favourite heritage hotels, we’ll be delving deep into our dynamic destinations, and sharing secret spots through the lens of our videographer.<\/p>\n

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