Father’s dream empowers seniors to travel again
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Saakshi Maheshwari and her husband, Rajat Arora, of India, launched ‘The Original Travel Company’ to help senior citizens experience travel with confidence.
Saakshi began the initiative in June 2023, inspired by her father, Dr S K Maheshwari, who believed retirement shouldn’t stop people from pursuing their dreams. He was a doctor dedicated to public service, working with organizations like WHO and UNICEF, and always prioritized helping elderly people.
After her father died in 2023, Saakshi realized many seniors postpone travel due to a lack of confidence or companionship. Existing travel options often moved too quickly and didn’t prioritize their comfort. She and Rajat began personally scouting destinations, ensuring accessibility and a relaxed pace, and now cap their groups at 14 people so they can accompany every trip.
Since launching, The Original Travel Company has taken approximately 350 seniors on over 40 trips across India and internationally, including destinations like Japan, Bhutan, and Turkey. Travelers have reported increased confidence, new friendships, and a renewed sense of joy. Saakshi and Rajat plan to expand to Central Asia, Europe, and Africa while maintaining their focus on personalized care and wellbeing.
