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<< November 2007 |
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Welcome
to another edition of "Creatively Yours", the newsletter from Creative
Travel India Dear Industry Colleagues : The festive season is upon us. Christmas lights are up around the world and there is a buzz in the travel industry with travelers wanting to travel the world. India is no exception. The season is progressing well and we thank all our partners for their support they have given us. One amazing piece of news though is the launching of special tourist sector flights by Kingfisher airlines. Now we will have air connectivity between Delhi - Agra & Jaipur, a wish the industry has had for decades. This will change the way programs are run. The US Dollar continues to weaken against the Indian Rupee. Prices will unfortunately be impacted. We at Creative Travel and our specialist brands - "Signature Tours" , the luxury travel specialist and "Plan it!", the finest conference management team in India are proud to offer the best of India and her neighboring countries to the discerning traveler. With a 29 year award winning history behind us, we look forward to the opportunity of showing you what true destination management is all about. To read more about us, you can download a copy of our company profile at - http://www.travel2india.com/who-we-are.htm We appreciate the support our partners all over the world have shown us. It is with your partnership that Creative is where it is today. For those of you with whom we have not had the pleasure of working with, all I can say is try us and see the Creative magic for yourself. Through "Creatively Yours" we hope to keep you informed on the latest news in Team Creative and the destination. We hope you find this to be useful. Have a Creative Day !  Rajeev Kohli Director of Marketing Creative Travel India |
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Established in 1977, Creative Travel has grown to be among India's leading Destination Management Companies covering all of India, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Tibet. This region is a special place for travelers and our vast experience in handling clients from all over the world allows us to create the most memorable programs for you. |
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| We at Creative track client feedback very carefully. Each evaluation form gives us an insight on our operations and allows us to constantly refine our service delivery process. Now and then we get a few letters that brighten up our days. These are some of them : Wednesday, October 10, 2007 From - Jessie McGuire To - Creative Travel Dear Rajeev and Rohit, Thank you again for putting together such a wonderful trip for us. It’s my fourth trip organized by Creative Travel and they get better each time. Creative thinks things through. You have the best escorts and local guides. Your meals are wonderful, and the hotels luxurious. All special wishes are met, all special occasions recognized. We had a gentleman celebrate his 72nd birthday this year while on tour. We didn’t realize it, but our escort Lalit had done his homework. He’d checked all the birthdays from the passports and was ready. He had a special cake, champagne and flowers presented to him at dinner that evening. Those are the kind of extra steps that Creative takes on their own that makes traveling with you so special. You’re a great organization. We also had our own cocktail party on the Samm Dunes, a departure from the traditional camel ride/dinner. We discussed the idea in the morning and by that afternoon our resourceful escort had made all the contacts and had everything arranged. It was a truly delightful evening, the most memorable of the trip. You give your escorts full authority to make decisions without checking for permission each time. Whether it means spending the extra rupees for a birthday cake, hiring additional services, or whatever else is necessary, your escorts are able to arrange it efficiently and without hesitation. That autonomy sets Creative far apart from the rest. It’s so crystal clear that you have full confidence in your employees, and consequently so do we. You can certainly be proud of the organization you’ve put together and the way you run it. What can I say? Creative is a class act! I said several years ago that I’d never set foot in India without you. I still mean it. As a group leader who escorts groups worldwide, I’m more cognizant of what’s going on behind the scenes than others may be. I’m so very impressed with your organization and your staff, both in Delhi and in your regional offices. You simply do things better than anyone else and than anywhere else I take groups. It’s a pleasure to travel with you. Feel free to use me as a reference if ever needed. Creative is the most reliable, service-oriented group I deal with. I’ll gladly tell anyone the same. I wish you success with your upcoming incentive group. It’s a lot of responsibility, but you’re more than capable. Your presidents are in good hands! Thank you again. Sincerely yours, Jessie McGuire USA Monday, October 15, 2007 From - Michael Halimi To - Creative Travel Sanjay, I wanted to thank you for those 3 wonderful days. You have been great, the work you achieved for us was huge over the WE, you have been extremely helpful, always paying attention to every detail which made that moment magical. We would have never been able to reach such a level of perfection if you were not there. We all fall in love with India and we all deserve to come back very soon. The devi garh was a great choice and the service was perfect, far above expectation! UN GRAND MERCI!!! Regards Michael U.K |
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Hyderabad to host next ICCA Congress Hyderabad has won the bid to be the host city for the 49th ICCA Congress and Exhibition, to be held from October 23 to 27, 2010. This will be ICCA's first ever congress on the Indian sub-continent. ICCA CEO, Mr Martin Sirk, said from the initial 10 destinations that had expressed interests in bidding for the 2010 event, Hyderabad was the only one destination entered in the final bidding process. "However, (ICCA Board) has gone through all necessary procedures to ensure that the destination meets all requirements in offering mutual opportunities for ICCA's event and for India as the host country. Hyderabad International Convention Centre - the host venue - will probably be the finest convention centre since we were in Cape Town (in 2005)." |
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‘Golden Chariot’ to roll out on November 1 Karnataka is set to have its own luxury on wheels - the Golden Chariot. Designed on the lines of Palace on Wheels, Golden Chariot promises to be distinctive in covering two world heritage sites - Hampi and Pattadakal. The “Golden Chariot” will connect Bangalore, Srirangapatna, Mysore, Belur, Halebid, Hampi, Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal and Dandeli with overnight halts at Mysore, Hassan, Hospet, Gadag and Londa before ending the six-day and seven-night trip in Goa. Comprising of 19 coaches with 26 twin beds and 17 double beds and one cabin for the physically challenged, the Golden Chariot is designed to accommodate 88 passengers. Its other features include a lounge bar, fully equipped gymnasium, restaurants and a conference coach. Ayurvedic massages will also be on offer. |
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Kerala the third best tourist centre in
Asia Kerala has won the distinction of being the third popular tourist destination in Asia. It was revealed at a survey conducted by Smart Travel Asia Travel Magazine. Bali and Phuket are in the first and second places. Rajasthan and Ladak are in the sixth and ninth positions respectively.
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Latest in backwaters, a houseboat with
swimming pool Kerala's backwaters are all set to welcome tourists this season with a houseboat that boasts of a swimming pool too. The entire work is over and the boat would be floating in the Alappuzha backwaters this season. The houseboat is 90 feet long and 16 feet wide and has two bedrooms on the ground floor with the pool on the first floor. 'The pool is 12 feet long, eight feet wide and has a depth of four feet. It is fitted with a treatment plant. Even though the pool might look small, it is fitted with a Jacuzzi and hence swimming is going to be fun, with water being pumped at high pressure. |
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Sri Lanka to Host Next PATA Board Meeting Sri Lanka has won the bid to hold Pacific Asia Travel Association Board and Committee Meetings in Colombo which will take place from 5-7 April 2008. The last PATA meetings to take place in Sri Lanka were in 1994. Sri Lanka Tourist Board (SLTB) Chairman Mr Renton de Alwis (pictured left) thanked the PATA Board of Directors for entrusting his destination with hosting the important meetings and encouraged all to attend. |
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Tourist arrival shoots up in birthplace of Lord Buddha in Nepal The number of tourists coming to visit Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Gautam Buddha in Kapilvastu district in southern Nepal, has been rising steadily over the last five years. The rise in tourist arrival is mainly attributed to the restoration of peace in the country after the end of the decade-long conflict in the country, the Lumbini Development Fund (LDF) said. In 2006, after the end to conflict and restoration of peace, some 49,595 passport-holding foreign tourists came to Lumbini while 51,437 have visited it till October-end in 2007. The number of such tourists is expected to cross the 75,000 mark by the end of December. The construction of an international airport at Bhairahawa nearby Lumbini will further boost tourism prospects. |
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Tourists double in Annapurna trekking The number of tourists trekking the Annapurna circuit has doubled from last year thanks to peace returning to the country. According to data provided by the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), total tourist arrivals during the last nine months ended September 30 reached 6,659 persons, more than double last year's visitors numbering 3,313. With tourist flow soaring by the day, business activity at the markets along the trekking route has also picked up of late. "The peak tourist season is still on. We expect more visitors to come in the days ahead," said Brija Bahadur Gurung, an ACAP staffer. |
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Inaguaration of The Darikhana Restaurant,
Jagmandir Jagmandir, a man made island, a palace built for pleasure on Lake Pichola is considered one of the most exclusive heritage venues in the world. The HRH Group has recently developed The Darikhana restaurant as another exclusive venue for stylish dining. This colonnaded restaurant, specially air-conditioned for the summer months, offers the finest Indian and Continental cuisine. The restaurant also has a Garden Courtyard outside, continuing its refined and discrete quality. Spectacular views of the City Palace Complex and Lake Pichola, throughout the day, make The Darikhana and Jagmandir a truly special setting. |
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Ginger Vadodra to open on 15th December Situated on the banks of the river Vishwamitri, Vadodara is the commercial capital of Gujarat and a prominent business hub and educational centre. Ginger Vadodara, conveniently located at Fatehgunj camp road, is just 3km from Vadodara airport. With 96 well-equipped rooms, Ginger Vadodara provides all the special features of Smart Basics. The property is scheduled to open on 15th December. |
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Ginger Puducherry to open on 1st December Ruled by the French for almost 300 years, Puducherry (also known as Pondicherry) enjoys a combination of French and Indian culture. The sprawling whitewashed buildings reflect years of European influence. Located in the French colony at Oulgaret Municipality, Ginger Puducherry is just 17km from the famous Auroville international temple, 3.80 km from the railway station and 3.70 from the airport. With 101 well-furnished rooms, Ginger Puducherry provides all the special features of Smart Basics such as Smart space, Safe zone, gymnasium, meeting room and self check-in kiosk. |
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Hampshire Plaza Hotel opens in Hyderabad Hampshire Plaza, Hyderabad is an upscale business hotel tailored to meet the needs of the discerning corporate traveler. Located about 5 km from the Airport, the hotel offers 100 tastefully appointed guest rooms & suites. It is the first of Hampshire Plaza hotels to be launched in the country. The hotel also brings to India Bombay Palace, the fine dining restaurant serving Indian cuisine, which has established its name in USA, Canada, Malaysia, UK & Hungary. Cassia – All day dining, serves a wide selection of Indian & International cuisines. HYDrate- the bar offers some exotic cocktails in a lounge ambience. Hampshire Plaza Hotel has an exclusive club floor with its own business centre & a Club lounge. Wi-Fi connectivity, 4 well equipped Meeting rooms and a Gym are some of the facilities the hotel offers. |
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Peninsula Grand opens in Mumbai Located 15 minutes away from the International and Domestic Airports, Peninsula Grand offers 81 rooms including suites, with an entire floor being earmarked as an exclusive Peninsula Club level. The dining options at the hotel include Carafe - the Coffee Shop, Pan Street – the oriental restaurant and Vividh – the Indian cuisine restaurant. |
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The Tea Factory Hotel among the world's
Best 100 Places to stay In an encouraging sign to Sri Lanka's tourism industry, The Sunday Times of UK has named Sri Lanka's first theme hotel, The Tea Factory among the "World's Best 100 Places to Stay" in its September Travel issue. The UK's largest-selling Sunday newspaper commenting on The Tea Factory said: "Sitting on a grassy terrace at 2000m in the lush tea-planted hills of Sri Lanka, is the Tea Factory. For years that's exactly what it was, but now it's an arresting 57-room boutique hotel.” The Tea Factory holds the distinction of being awarded the South Asian Architecture Award in 1995. The hotel also received outstanding recognition and fame when it was conferred with the RICS award by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, London in October 2000 for successfully restoring an abandoned building whilst maintaining its original facade. The Tea Factory is also the recipient of the UNESCO Asia" Pacific Heritage Merit Award" 2001 for the impressive conversion of a dilapidated tea factory into a luxury hotel complex. |
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Villa Ocean View Hotel ready for Winter
Traffic after refurbishment programme Villa Ocean View Hotel in Wadduwa has opened its doors today after a massive refurbishment project for the coming winter traffic. The newly refurbished and repositioned Villa Ocean View Hotel has added many new facilities such as new swimming pool, roof top bar and new villas with all modern facilities. All 140 rooms including 73 villas and six suites, public areas and restaurant have been refurbished and upgraded. The rooms are up-graded with modern facilities such as cable TV, safety deposit boxes in all rooms and suites and modern amenities that complement refined living being added on. |
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St. Clare's tea centre reopened St. Clair's tea centre in Talawakelle, which was taken over by Maskeliya Tea Gardens Ltd., was re-opened for visitors after refurbishing and renovating. The 100-year-old planter's cottage has been restored to bring back its old world charm. The Centre offers the traveller a place to reminisce days gone by, enjoy the panorama of two of Sri Lanka's most beautiful waterfalls and relax with a cup of pure Ceylon Tea.
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Taj Tashi to open in December 2007 Taj Tashi, Thimpu, situated in the centre of the capital city, has adopted age-old Bhutanese traditions in its architecture. A short walk from the golf course, the hotel offers panoramic views of neighboring mountains. The hotel offers spacious, luxuriously appointed rooms that capture the essence of Bhutanese art and architecture in a contemporary setting. The rooms offer exquisite views of the mountains and the township. The hotel offers an all day dining, multi-cuisine restaurant, Ara (Lounge) Bar, an authentic Bhutanese cuisine restaurant, The ‘Rimps” – the tea lounge. The hotel also offers a 2700 sq ft conference hall. |
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| Aviation News | ||
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Kingfisher to launch Delhi - Jaipur - Delhi, Jaipur -
Agra - Jaipur and Jaipur - Agra - Jaipur flights |
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from the past: October 2007, August 2007, July 2007, June 2007, May 2007, March 2007, February 2007, January 2007, December 2006, November 2006, October 2006, September 2006, August 2006, June 2006, May 2006, April 2006, March 2006, February 2006, January 2006, November 2005, October 2005, September 2005. |
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| Contact: Creative Travel Pvt. Ltd. Creative Plaza, Nanakpura, Moti Bagh, New Delhi 110021. India. Tel : 24679192, 26872257-58-59, 26114281 Fax : ++91-11-26885886 / 26889764 Email : creative@travel2india.com USA Fax: +1-646-349-1614 EUROPE Fax : ++44-20-7681-1242 www.travel2india.com 24 Hours International Emergency Contact Number : +91 - 99 11 266 277 (prefix a "0" before the number if dialing from outside |
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