A New Yorker at heart and an unapologetic anglophile, Ritika is a seasoned traveler with a deep-rooted love for exploring national parks. She also loves cruising to unusual destinations, and her love for English literature and movies is often reflected in her itineraries.
With a background in business, advertising, and journalism, Ritika has cross functional experience in the Media and Entertainment Industry, including revenue management, digital transformation, content management, video production, advertising and brand solutions across verticals – Digital, TV, Print, OOH, and Events. She was the former Business Head of National Geographic publishing and digital in India and has worked with over 50 brands like Samsung, Vivo, Lufthansa and Domestic & International Tourism Boards.
Ritika has spent years traversing diverse landscapes, immersing in cultures, and capturing the essence of each journey through the power of story-telling. As the Global Editor for Travel and Food Network, Ritika curates and crafts engaging travel content that not only showcases breathtaking destinations but also provides invaluable insights for fellow wanderers.
Whether it is embarking on thrilling adventures through the Grand Canyon, sipping Single Malt in the Scottish Highlands, finding solace in the Canadian Rockies or uncovering culinary experiences in her home town (Mumbai and Kolkata) and most frequented cities – London, New York and Dubai, Ritika weaves narratives that transport readers to these far-flung corners of the globe.
A New Yorker at heart, an unapologetic anglophile, national parks explorer and former head of National Geographic publishing in India, Ritika is the Global Editor for Travel and Food Network and leads all journalism across platforms, including news, digital, videos, and social media. She writes features focused on narrative storytelling, industry trends, destinations, culinary travel, and how-to advice and is an advocate for sustainable travel. You can follow her on Instagram @newyorkeratheart
