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The Village

Back to nature destination perfectly describes Kurumba Village Resort. Tucked away in the verdant forests of the Nilgiris, the resort located on the ghat road between Ooty and Mettupalayam 60 kms from Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) recreates a rustic charm with rooms and suites equipped with all modern facilities. The resort also has a swimming pool, banquet hall and a restaurant. The package of 2n/3d on American Plan is priced at Rs 6,900 for Kurumba Cottage and Rs 8,900 for Kurumba Suite and is valid till March 31, 2006.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: 9443998886 or (0423) 2004850/1/2
Email: nilgiris@kurumbavillageresort.com
Website: www.kurumbavillageresort.com

Romantic Getaways

The Kenilworth Beach Resort & Spa, Goa has designed an enticing Valentine offer of 3n/4d till February 28, 2006. The offer encompasses a wide range of activities and includes pick up and drop from airport/railway station, complimentary fruit basket and bottle of port wine in room, half day sightseeing trip in air-conditioned coach to Old Goa, Miramar Beach, shopping in Panjim and sunset cruise on River Mandovi and all meals. The offer is priced at Rs 25,000 per couple for Deluxe/Garden View Rooms and Luxury tents and Rs 27,000 per couple for Super Deluxe Room and Rs 29,000 for a Suite.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (0832) 2755555
Email: kenilworthgoa@kenilworthhotels.com
Website: www.kenilworthhotels.com

Magical Angkor

The Wanderers is offering a four-day package tour to explore the temples of Angkor listed by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The package priced at USD 388 per person (excluding international airfare) including accommodation with specified meals, transfers, entrance fees, tours by air-conditioned car/minibus and an English speaking guide.

Valid till March 31, 2006, it covers the Roluos Group of Temples, the magnificent South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Besides other beautiful temples of the Angkor complex, this trip has visits to an artisan's village, boat trip on the Tonle Sap River, Apsara dance show and meals at authentic restaurants.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (022) 55023377/55021870-72
Email: thewanderers@vsnl.com
Website: www.indianwanderers.com

5-Day Golden Triangle Tour

This five-day package tour from The Wanderers takes you on an unforgettable trip of South East Asia. The tour includes a visit to meeting of the borders of Laos, Myanmar and Thailand, visits to some exquisite temples like Wat Phra Dhat Jom Kitti, Wat Jedi Luang, parts of Northern Thailand to catch a glimpse of the culture of hill tribes, visit to an elephant camp, craft workshops of arts like wood carvings, lacquer ware, silk weaving and lots of unwinding with authentic meals, dance and music. The package priced at USD 940 per person (excluding international airfares) covers accommodation with specified meals, transfers, entrance fees, tours by air conditioned car/minibus, English speaking guide etc.

For more information contact:
Tel. No: (022) 55023377/55021870-72
Email: thewanderers@vsnl.com
Website: www.indianwanderers.com

Haveli Holiday

Haveli Hari Ganga, a spa hotel in Haridwar is an ideal destination for the rejuvenation of the mind, body and soul. Managed by Leisure Hotels the heritage hotel offers Ayurvedic treatment along with yoga and meditation sessions. Situated on the banks of Ganga the property is in close proximity of Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar. An architectural marvel, the interiors of the Haveli recreate the old - world charm with modern day hospitality.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (011) 26447803/26413304
Email: www.leisurehotels.co.in

Jungle Experience

Bush Betta, an exotic wildlife resort of Country Club of India Limited, nestling in the Mangala Valley on the outskirts of Bandipur Tiger Reserve in Karnataka is an excellent destination for an adventure holiday. The resort, situated four kms off the Bangalore-Ooty Highway with luxurious suites and tents, is a perfect base to explore the wildlife of Bandipur Tiger Reserve and game parks of Madhumalai, Nagarhole and BR Hills. The tariff of the suites and tents is priced at Rs 2,500 per person, per day and includes accommodation, all meals, trekking, use of swimming pool and safari in the sanctuary.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: 080-229 236035
Mr Prashant: 9343701843 (Bush Betta);
Mr Wadi: 9820427441 or 9820522076 (Mumbai)
Mr Suba Reddy: 9880395880 (Bangalore)
Website: www.countryclubindia.net

Idyllic Getaway

Leisure Holidays offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life at Fort Unchagaon, a small palace located in Unchagaon village, Uttar Pradesh just 110 kms from Delhi.

Close to the River Ganga (this stretch is famous for sighting dolphins), the fort-turned-resort, offers seventeen double rooms and suites along with numerous activities & recreational games. The rates including breakfast are Rs 2,400 per night for Collective Court and Rs 3,000 per night for Fort House and valid till March 31, 2006.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (011) 26447803/26413304
Email: www.leisurehotels.co.in

Egyptian Splendour

Embark upon a journey of discovery with the seven- days package tour of Lifestyle Holidays from Bulls & Bears. The Egypt tour priced at Rs 22,100 plus USD 390 per person on twin sharing basis includes return Economy Class airfare on Egypt Air, three nights in Cairo, three night Nile Cruise, city tour in Cairo with Pyramids, visit to Khan El Khalili market, Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Papyrus factory visit, daily breakfast, transfers, entrance fees and service of English speaking guide and driver.

Cost excludes airport taxes and visa charges.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (022) 56324656/22854030
Fax: (022) 22025548
Website: www.lifestyleholidaysindia.com

Amazing Brazil

Experience the picturesque beaches, amazing jungles and pulsating city life of Brazil with the nine day Brazilian package of Lifestyle Holidays from Bulls & Bears Finance Ltd (Travel & Tours). The package priced at US $698 plus Rs 1,00,730 per person on twin sharing basis includes return economy airfare on South African Airways/Varig Airways flights, airport taxes, single entry tourist visa, two nights accommodation at Iguacu Falls, four nights stay in Rio De Janeiro, two nights stay in Salvador, daily breakfast and dinner, sightseeing as per itinerary on seat-in-coach basis, transfers, all park fees and entrance fees for activities mentioned in itinerary.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (022) 56324656, 22854030
Fax: 022-22025548
Email: info@lifestyleholidaysindia.com
Website: www.lifestyleholidaysindia.com

High In Himachal

Experience the enchanting beauty of Himachal Pradesh at The Banjara Retreat, Shoja. A small hamlet five kms from Jalori Pass linking Shimla and Kullu districts, Shoja is a perfect hideaway tucked amidst nature far from the touristic madness of Shimla.

The Banjara Retreat, a solid cedar wood house with large comfortable rooms is surrounded by thickly wooded forest and provides a panoramic view of the snow clad Himalayan ranges. The tariff is Rs 2,800 per day on twin-sharing basis and includes all meals and taxes.

For more information contact:
Tel. No: (011) 26861397, 26855153, 09810040397
Fax: (011) 26855152,
Email: info@banjaracamps.com, banjara@vsnl.com
Website: www.banjaracamps.com

Jai Gange!

Take a joy ride to heaven and back on the Ganga with adrenaline-pumping rafting packages from Mercury Himalayan Explorations (MHE). The 3D/2N package priced at Rs 4,250 per person includes accommodation in Swiss deluxe tents on twin sharing basis, all meals, equipment/ rafting gear, instructors and guides etc. Daily departures from October 2005 till April 2006 with three days of rafting over grade III and IV rapids. The price excludes transportation to camp at Shivpuri near Rishikesh and expenses of personal nature.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (011) 23340033/23346209
Website: www.himalayanadventure.com

Tiger Trail

Get a glimpse of wildlife with Tiger Trails at their estate in Tadoba Tiger Reserve. For the basic rate of Rs 2,500 per person per day, you get A/c transport from Nagpur airport/railway station, to camp and back, unlimited drives inside the park, accommodation and full meals (bed tea, breakfast, lunch, tea, dinner), night barbecue, camp fire, night machan sit-outs, etc.

Don't be surprised if you hear a tiger call or the frantic alarms of the Cheetal deer on sensing a leopard at the pond. Minimum guest charge is for four persons, and they accommodate a maximum of 12 persons. The recommended duration is three nights.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (0712) 3125335
Mobile: 9822930703, 98422147518
Email: amrutd_ngp@sancharnet.in
Website: www.tigertrailsindia.com

Jungle Nook

Nestled at 800 mtrs. amidst a thick canopy of semi-evergreen mixed deciduous forest of Western Ghats, the resort offers an unforgettable luxuriously back to nature holiday. Chilling in the Infinity pool, perched on a ridge overlooking the valley is an out of the world experience. The tariff (valid till April 2006) for one-night stay for two persons and one child below 12 years is Rs 6,500 (Jungle View Cottage) and Rs 8,000 (Valley View Cottage). This is inclusive of stay, welcome drink, meals and activities like trekking to waterfalls, bird-watching, village walk, folk dance, wildlife film shows, jeep safari, etc. The two-night package is priced at Rs 13,000 (Jungle View Cottage) and Rs 16,000 (Valley View Cottage) and includes complimentary transfers from Dabolim airport, Panjim, Tivim and Margaon railway stations and Belgaum.

For more details contact
Deepali/Seema
Mobile No: 09341112721
Tel. No: (0831) 5207954,
Website: www.wildernest-goa.com

Rooms With A View

Toshali Royal View Resort is perfect for a far from the madding crowd holiday. Located at Shilon Bagh, on the Kufri-Chail Road, the resort has got a picture perfect setting with amazing panoramic valley views from the rooms. The tariff at the resort, which boasts of facilities like health club, swimming pool, multi-cuisine restaurant, children's park, etc. is priced at Rs 3,600 for Royal Double Room (for two people), Rs 4,300 for Royal Studio (for two people), Rs 4,650 for Duplex Room (for four people), Rs 5,450 for Royal Executive Suites (for four people). All rates are on MAP basis.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (011) 23312380/81/82, (022) 26107671/72
Fax: (022) 26107673
Email:toshaliresorts@hotmail.com, toshalimum@vsnl.net

Winter Escapade

Enjoy a snow filled holiday at the Snowcrest Manor, Manali, a unit of Usha-Lexus Hotels and Resorts. The luxurious property is located at the highest point in Manali and is just 2 kms from the main market road. Each room offers a majestic and panoramic view of the mountains. The property has well equipped Standard and Deluxe room, a restaurant, gymnasium and a discotheque.

The hotels offers three different categories of packages of 3N/4D: Standard, Deluxe and Honeymoon. Valid till April 14, 2006 the Standard package is priced at Rs 8,999 per couple, Deluxe package is priced at Rs 10,999 per couple and the Honeymoon package is priced at Rs 13,999 per couple. The package includes meals, accommodation, sightseeing, use of the facilities, etc.

For more details contact:
Tel. No: (011) 28520914/28520915/28521649
Fax: (011) 28522501
Email: ushashriramhotels.com
Website: www.ushashriramhotels.com