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The Namaste Conundrum

The Namaste Conundrum

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Jayshree Gururaj
Jan 10, 2024
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A former expat boss, seeking input on navigating his stay at a luxury hotel, jokingly shared, “They ‘Namaste’ you to death.”

Trained staff offer formal Namastes with hands folded each time they spot you, especially at the front entrance.

If you are a long-stay guest, this can seem exhausting!

Their training doesn’t necessar…

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