Immerse in this two-day festival in Mumbai to celebrate travel

The joy of travel will be brought home to travel enthusiasts as The Gypsy Travel Festival TGTF returns to Mumbai for its fourth edition this weekend offering immersive experiences for attendees One of the key spotlights will be on Thailandrsquos culture its island escapes and culinary experiencesLubaina SheerazildquoOver the years Indian travellers have become more curious informed and intentional Itrsquos not about ticking off places but opening up conversations by bringing travellers closer to experts cultures and experiencesrdquo explains Lubaina Sheerazi cofounder The Gypsy Travel Network ldquoThe aim is to help people travel better with context and confidencerdquoOn February 7 and 8 3 pm to 10 pmAt Jio World Drive Bandra Kurla ComplexLog on to thegypsytravelfestival payment for select sessionsThe Guidersquos top 4 picksArtistic insightsAn artist paints a Tibetan mask PICS COURTESYTHE GYPSY TRAVEL FESTIVALExplore the spiritual art of Tibetan mask painting and calligraphy with Darjeelingborn artist Gyurmay Tsundu Bhutia The session uncovers symbolism and stories behind sacred masks used in rituals and cultural showcases allowing participants to dive into the spiritual side of travel Bhutia will explore the meaning behind colours forms and expressions revealing how the masks have played a role in cultural storytellingOn February 7 330 pm to 415 pm February 8 5 pm to 530 pmThai flavoursTofu Pad Thai right Chicken Tom Kha a soup made with coconut milk Representation picsistockIf you treat food as an adventure you might want to check out this handson cooking workshop focusing on Thai food culture and its traditional techniques of whipping up recipes catering to various preferences from sweet and sour to salty and spicy Examples include Tofu Pad Thai and Chicken Tom KhaOn February 7 7 pm to 8 pm February 8 615 pm to 715 pmChopstick confidenceParticipants will be guided on how to use chopsticks masterfullyIn a fun session titled Chopsticks Ninja by Kikoman you can learn how to artfully use this piece of cutlery which often seems like a sport in its own right A dining experience teaches chopstick techniques through a threecourse meal while also introducing attendees to its cultural history and the etiquette associated with it particularly in Japanese food practicesOn February 8 730 pm to 830 pmEntry Rs 2000 per ticketTravellersrsquo handbookFor those who consider travel serious business writer and luxury travel content creator Archana Singh will host a muchneeded masterclass on how to travel more while spending smartly Expect budget hacks smart planning tips and strategies to turn a travel bucket list into an affordable practical trip to dream destinationsOn February 8 645 pm to 715 pmLog on to skillboxescom for all sessions at the festival