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Spain showcases women’s travel spirit at vibrant Mumbai evening
MUMBAI: Some journeys take you across the world. Others take you closer to yourself. At a warm, culture-soaked evening in Mumbai, the Tourism Office of Spain brought both ideas together with its programme, “Women Travelers to Spain: A Passport to Yourself”.
Held at Ifbe in Ballard Estate, the event gathered creators, professionals and travel enthusiasts for an evening that went far beyond maps and must-see lists. Guests arrived to a setting designed to celebrate women and the transformative, confidence-building joy of travel.
Tourism Office of Spain in India director Elena Orland, opened the evening by highlighting why Spain continues to resonate with women who explore the world. “Beyond the best-known destinations, Spain is a wonderful country that truly welcomes women travellers to enjoy unique and authentic experiences that will make your travel to Spain and to yourself memorable,” she said.
Her message set the tone for the night as Spain was framed not just as a country to visit but as a place where women feel safe, inspired and encouraged to embrace discovery.
A lively panel followed, moderated by renowned blogger Roxanne Bamboat. Fashion stylist and consultant Isha Bhansali, hotelier and journalist Xenia Lam, and entrepreneur Reshma Mehta shared their first impressions of Spain, painting a picture of colour, vibrancy and youthful energy. They spoke of coastal charm, rich culture and the feeling that Spain almost always surpasses expectations.
A recurring theme was safety and comfort for solo women travellers. The panellists described Spanish society as warm, open and welcoming, often making visitors feel instantly at ease. Even without knowing the language, travellers can navigate smoothly thanks to friendly locals and well-designed urban spaces. They also noted cultural similarities between India and Spain, including a shared love for food, festivals and family-centred living.
After the discussion wrapped up, the evening slipped into a relaxed networking dinner featuring Spanish food and wine. Instead of a formal Q&A, guests chatted freely with the speakers, trading stories of adventure, inspiration and personal discovery.
By the time the night wound down, the mood reflected exactly what the programme promised: travel as a gateway to understanding the world and yourself, and Spain as a destination where women can move with confidence, curiosity and joy.
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G-Shock launches GA-2100CM series with camouflage design
New sand and grey variants priced at Rs 10,995 each in India.
MUMBAI: Time just got a little more tactical and a lot more stylish. G-Shock has unveiled the GA-2100CM series, a fresh update to its popular GA-2100 line, bringing a camouflage twist to one of its most recognisable silhouettes. For the first time in the 2100 series, the watches feature G-Shock’s original camouflage pattern, subtly embedding the brand’s signature ‘G’ motif into the design. The move signals a shift towards more design-led storytelling, blending rugged functionality with fashion-forward detailing.
The new series introduces two colour variants sand (GA-2100CM-5A) and grey (GA-2100CM-8A) extending the model’s appeal across both streetwear and outdoor-inspired aesthetics. Built around the brand’s signature octagonal bezel and hybrid analogue-digital display, the watches retain a clean, modern look while adding layered visual depth.
Under the hood, the GA-2100CM continues to lean on performance. It features the Carbon Core Guard structure for durability, while maintaining a slim, lightweight profile suited for everyday wear. Functional elements include world time across 31 time zones, a 1/100-second stopwatch, countdown timer, LED light and 200-metre water resistance.
In line with evolving material choices, select components use bio-based resin, pointing to a gradual shift towards more sustainable design without compromising on toughness.
Priced at Rs 10,995, the GA-2100CM series is available across Casio India stores and online platforms.
As watch brands continue to balance utility with identity, G-Shock’s latest drop makes its intent clear, durability may be the legacy, but design is the new frontier.
