{"id":14259,"date":"2026-03-31T05:05:16","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T05:05:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ntspl.co.in\/blog\/?p=14259"},"modified":"2026-03-31T05:47:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T05:47:33","slug":"together-we-travel-together-we-grow-ntspl-family-office-outing-to-barikul-resort-chilika","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ntspl.co.in\/blog\/together-we-travel-together-we-grow-ntspl-family-office-outing-to-barikul-resort-chilika\/","title":{"rendered":"Together We Travel, Together We Grow NTSPL Family Office Outing to Barikul Resort, Chilika."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At NTSPL, we believe that strong teams are built through shared experiences, meaningful connections, and moments of joy beyond the workplace. Our <\/span><b>three-day office outing to Barikul Resort, Chilika<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, from <\/span><b>17th to 19th January 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, was a perfect blend of relaxation, fun, culture, and team bonding, a journey that truly strengthened our NTSPL family.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Day 1: A Joyful Beginning, Traditional Welcome &amp; Bonfire Evening.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>17 January 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The journey began early morning from <\/span><b>Bhubaneswar<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, filled with excitement and positive energy. Traveling together in a traveller, enjoying music and laughter, made the journey lively and memorable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We stopped at <\/span><b>Gopaluni, Khordha<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, for a delightful breakfast before continuing towards our destination. After around <\/span><b>2\u20133 hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we arrived at <\/span><b>Barikul Resort<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where we were welcomed in a <\/span><b>traditional Odia style, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ghanta, Shankha, flowers, chandan,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and refreshing <\/span><b>buttermilk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The warm welcome instantly set a relaxed and cheerful mood.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Bamboo Cottages &amp; Nature\u2019s Beauty.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our stay in <\/span><b>eco-friendly bamboo cottages<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offered a truly unique experience. The bamboo furniture and traditional design created a calm, ancient vibe, while the <\/span><b>balcony views<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> opened up to lush greenery, a perfect escape into nature.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After enjoying a snacks hamper, the team engaged in a <\/span><b>friendly cricket match<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, filled with laughter, teamwork, and energetic moments.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pool Fun, Delicious Food &amp; Bonfire Night.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Later, we relaxed at the <\/span><b>swimming pool<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where swimmers guided non-swimmers, creating a fun and encouraging atmosphere.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lunch was served with <\/span><b>home-style flavors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, from soup to main course and dessert, each dish was delightful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the evening, the team enjoyed engaging activities like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caterpillar Game<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guess the Snacks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Human Knot<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Musical Chairs<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As night fell, we gathered around a <\/span><b>bonfire<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, enjoying music, dance, and light refreshments. The warmth of the fire, combined with cheerful conversations and team bonding, made the first evening truly special. The day ended with dinner and a peaceful rest.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Day 2: Team Spirit, Culture, Games &amp; Bonfire Fun.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>18 January 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second day began with capturing beautiful moments across the resort, followed by a lavish breakfast offering both <\/span><b>Indian and English options<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A friendly <\/span><b>cricket match with resort members<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> energized the morning. The highlight of the game was when our <\/span><b>Managing Director and HR Head joined the match<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, creating a strong sense of unity, motivation, and positivity across the team.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Art, Adventure &amp; Evening Celebrations.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After swimming and lunch, we explored the resort\u2019s <\/span><b>museum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which displayed:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional Pattachitra paintings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handcrafted jute and copper artwork<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artifacts reflecting Odisha\u2019s rich cultural heritage<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adventure activities like <\/span><b>tyre climbing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>rope crossing over the pond<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> added excitement and confidence to the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the evening, the team enjoyed <\/span><b>badminton<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, followed by several HR-planned fun games, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pop Balloon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tug of War<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dodge Ball<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the night set in, everyone gathered <\/span><b>around the bonfire<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for one of the most enjoyable moments of the trip. Sitting together near the fire, we played the <\/span><b>Mystery Box game<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which brought laughter, curiosity, and excitement to the group.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winners were rewarded, and <\/span><b>gifts were distributed to all team members<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making everyone feel valued and appreciated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The evening concluded with dinner, followed by late-night conversations, laughter, and unforgettable bonding moments.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Day 3: Nature, Devotion &amp; Grateful Farewell.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>19 January 2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the final day, after breakfast and packing our bags, we headed towards <\/span><b>Chilika Lake<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The serene waters and scenic beauty were truly mesmerizing, offering a peaceful connection with nature.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our next stop was the <\/span><b>Tara Tarini Temple, Berhampur<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The journey was filled with excitement, and a playful encounter with monkeys added a fun memory to the visit. After patiently waiting, we received <\/span><b>darshan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and felt spiritually refreshed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the <\/span><b>blessings of Maa Tara Tarini<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we began our return journey to Bhubaneswar, singing, laughing, and cherishing the memories created together.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>A Journey That Strengthened the NTSPL Family.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This outing was more than just a trip, it was a celebration of <\/span><b>teamwork, trust, and togetherness<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Thoughtfully organized by <\/span><b>NTSPL under the guidance of our Managing Director<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the experience boosted morale, strengthened relationships, and created lasting memories. We look forward to many more such journeys that bring the <\/span><b>NTSPL family<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> closer and inspire us to grow, together.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At NTSPL, we believe that strong teams are built through shared experiences, meaningful connections, and moments of joy beyond the workplace. Our three-day office outing to Barikul Resort, Chilika, from 17th to 19th January 2026, was a perfect blend of relaxation, fun, culture, and team bonding, a journey that truly strengthened our NTSPL family. 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