Arvinder (Arvi) Singh Bahal, an entrepreneur and explorer, built successful ventures in fashion, hospitality, and real estate after moving to the U.S. in 1975.
A certified pilot and avid traveler, he has explored the Poles, Sahara, and North Korea. Fluent in six languages, he lives in Beverly, Massachusetts. This book is his writing debut.
Arvinder (Arvi) Singh Bahal, born on October 13, 1945, in Agra, India, is a successful entrepreneur and avid explorer. He initially joined the National Defense Academy but had to leave due to a polo accident. After working in a tea plantation in Darjeeling, he entered the garment manufacturing business and moved to the United States in 1975, gaining citizenship by 1979. Over the past 45 years, Arvi has built successful ventures in fashion, sportswear, hospitality, and real estate.
Arvi is also passionate about travel and photography, capturing human-environment interactions through his lens. He has traveled to remote locations like the North and South Poles, the Sahara Desert, and North Korea, among others. He holds piloting certifications for both planes and helicopters. Fluent in six languages, Arvi lives in Beverly, Massachusetts, with his wife, Pamela, and their two children and four grandchildren. This book marks his first writing effort, with more to come.
Arvinder ‘Arvi’ Singh Bahal is an extraordinary explorer whose passion for adventure has taken him to some of the world’s most remote and fascinating destinations. From crossing the Sahara Desert and exploring the Arctic to venturing into the Amazon Rainforest, his journeys reflect an unstoppable spirit of curiosity and courage. His adventures include skydiving, exploring diverse cultures, and experiencing remarkable landscapes across the globe.
At the age of 80, Arvi added another milestone to his remarkable life by flying aboard Blue Origin’s NS-34 mission into space. My Planet My Playground captures his incredible experiences, inspiring adventures, and lifelong passion for exploration. More than a travel story, it celebrates a life dedicated to discovering the extraordinary and proving that age is never a barrier to adventure.
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