Distinct Destinations

One year in, and the direction is clear.

Distinct Steps Foundation was created to give a long standing commitment more ways to grow. Today, that means building stronger networks, creating more opportunities within the communities we work with and ensuring that tourism gives back to the people and places that make every journey possible.

From women and children to artisans, communities, landscapes and wildlife, our focus for what comes next is clear.

More collaboration. Deeper partnerships. Greater possibilities.

One year of Distinct Steps Foundation. And we’re only getting started.

Every Step Matters.

The numbers tell one part of the story. The people behind them tell the rest.

From livelihoods and education to clean water, conservation, wildlife and cultural preservation, every initiative represents a step towards something better.

And as the work grows, so does our responsibility to keep moving forward.

One commitment, reaching more people, more communities and more causes that matter.

The work takes many forms, but the idea behind it remains the same: creating change that can move forward.

A livelihood. Clean water. A new skill. Education. Conservation. Care.

Each project has its own story and its own impact. And each one gives us a reason to keep taking the next step.

This is what forward looks like at Distinct Steps Foundation.

This didn’t start a year ago.

The commitment to give back, support communities and contribute meaningfully has always been part of who we are.

Distinct Steps Foundation simply gave it a name, and a direction.

This week, we’re sharing some of the stories behind those steps.

One year. Many steps. And many more to come.

In Rajasthan, some of the best stories come in the smallest frames.

A monsoon in Bundi, a royal hunt in Kota, Radha and Krishna in Kishangarh, or life around Lake Pichola in Udaipur — miniature paintings have been recording Rajasthan for centuries.

And they’re still being made today, slowly and painstakingly, in artists’ studios using traditional techniques.

Our latest blog looks at the different schools, their stories, and why visiting an artist’s studio is worth adding to your Rajasthan journey.

Read the full story on our blog.

https://distinctdestinations.in/blog/india/the-art-and-craft-of-rajasthan-s-miniature-painting-traditions

Our Evening Unfolds team is growing!

We’re looking for people who love weddings, enjoy working with people and want to be part of bringing celebrations to life.

Open positions:
Wedding Operations & Client Servicing Manager — 2–4 years
Wedding Planning Associate — Freshers / 1–2 years

📍 Bangalore & Delhi NCR
📩 [email protected]

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A great journey begins long before the guest gets into the car.

Our recent Driver Training Session at Distinct Destinations focused on what matters most on the road — safety, professionalism, guest comfort and thoughtful service.

Because for us, every person a traveller meets is a part of their experience of India.

Paris, here we come!
Distinct Destinations is heading to IFTM Top Resa 2026, and we’re looking forward to three exciting days of conversations, connections and new possibilities in travel.

Meet Nitesh Kakkar and Varun Sharma in Paris and discover how we can help create thoughtfully designed journeys across India, Nepal, Bhutan & Sri Lanka.

📍 Hall 01 | Stand V079 & India Tourism H06
📅 15–17 September 2026

If you’re attending IFTM Top Resa, come say bonjour! We’d love to meet you.

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Beyond Rajasthan’s palaces and forts lies a very different kind of story.

In Jawai, dramatic granite hills, quiet villages and elusive leopards come together in a landscape that feels almost untouched. What makes it truly exceptional is the centuries-old relationship between the Rabari community and the leopards that share their home.

It is rare, intimate and deeply rooted in place — the kind of experience that stays with you long after the journey ends.

Our latest blog explores the extraordinary world of Jawai.

Read the full story here: https://distinctdestinations.in/blog/india/jawai-leopard-sanctuary-ecotourist-haven