INQUISITIVE WANDERER

Novelist Henry Miller says one's destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things. Inspired, Vishal Gondal has perfected the art of getting more out of his work trips

- NIDHI SINGAL

WHILE MANY C-SUITE executives travel frequently for work, only a few seize the opportunity to transform their journeys into a personal exploration. For Vishal Gondal, CEO and Founder of tech-enabled healthcare platform GOQii, work commitments take him on international trips almost once every two months. That’s how his passion for exploring new cultures and cuisines turns his business trips into adventures as well.

More than just the thrill of visiting new places, travelling for him is a journey of learning, experiencing and growing, filled with unforgettable moments and invaluable lessons that remain with him long after he has returned. (It helps that Gondal is an avid photographer.) For instance, on a recent business trip to Japan, apart from his meetings, he relished sushi, immersed himself in the tranquil beauty of traditional Japanese gardens, and also delved into history by visiting temples.