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Welcome
to another edition of "Creatively Yours", the newsletter from Creative
Travel India
Have a Creative Day ! |
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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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| Rajeev Kohli elected as Vice Chairman India Convention Promotion
Bureau Rajeev Kohli, Director of Marketing, Creative Travel was elected as the Vice Chairman of The India Convention Promotion Bureau (ICPB). The elections were held on 20th December 2006. The tenure for the post is for 2 years. A joint effort between the private and public sectors, ICPB is Chaired by the Additional Director General of Tourism, the Vice Chair from the private sector with the support of 13 private sector members on the board. The India Convention Promotion Bureau is the country’s apex body whose singular mission is to propagate India’s ability to hold conventions and conferences of all shapes and sizes. Sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism, the members of the bureau also include Airlines, Hotels, Convention Venues, leading Travel Agencies & Tour Operators, Professional Congress, Event Organizers, Educational Institutions and State Tourism Development Corporations etc. |
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| Creative handled a Fam trip for travel agents from South
Africa Creative Travel along with Qatar Airways and Far East Tours handled a fam trip for 10 agents from Far East Tours, South Africa. |
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| Plan it! by Creative Travel managed over 7500
delegates Plan it! by Creative Travel managed over 7500 delegates in the past two months. Some of the important conferences which were managed by us are : |
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| IOACON 2006 Plan it! by Creative Travel was the official Conference Manager for the 51st annual Conference of Orthopedics which took place at the Ashok-Samrat complex from 9th – 15th November and was attended by more than 6000 delegates from India, SAARC and overseas. We were responsible for this event from its inception for the past 12 months, right from the first brochure and web site down to the farewell dinner - which about 8,500 people attended. We were responsible for registrations for the past year, managing over 1,500 hotel rooms, transport, workshops and CME sessions. Over 150 vehicles and 250 people from Plan it ! worked on site at this event for 7 consecutive days. A record number of 4,000 delegates, including 800 delegates, who registered on the spot., completed their registration in on the first day, a feat in itself. At the end of it all, we received a standing ovation from everyone present at the closing ceremony in appreciation for organising a great conference. Click here to read what the Organising Secretary has to say about us. |
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| International Symposium on Balanced Fertilization for Sustainability of Crop Productivity The “International Symposium on Balanced Fertilization for Sustainability of Crop Productivity” took place between 22nd and 25th November 2006 in Ludhiana, Punjab. Plan it! by Creative Travel had the privilege of handling this extremely prestigious conference, which was attended by scientists from all over the world. We have received a great deal of appreciation as the Conference Managers of the event. Click here to read what the International Potash Institute Coordinator India had to say about us. APCMV 2006 The 7th Asia Pacific Congress of Medical Virology took place between 13th and 17th November at the India Habitat Centre, Delhi. This project was taken on a turnkey management basis - all logistics, all designing and production of conference collateral and material, all meals and events, all travel and transport logistics were managed by Plan it! by Creative Travel, the official Conference Managers of this event. The conference was attended by 600 delegates, 60% of which were foreigners. Although this was an Asia Pacific Conference, it was attended by scientists from all over the world. There were over 80 foreign speakers. The trade exhibition received an overwhelming response. More than 300 delegates were registered within 45 minutes of the start of the conference. Creative Travel also launched their Online Payment Facility through this conference. The conference was a hugh success, with the number of participants far exceeding expectations. WCPMDC 2006 The "4th World Congress on Perinatal Medicine for Developing Countries (WCPMDC 2006)" was held for the first time in India. This highly prestigious conference was managed by Plan it! by Creative Travel. The conference was attended by over 1200 delegates and took place at Hotel Mughal Sheraton in Agra in October 2006. Click here to read what the organisers have to say about us. IBCON PEDGASTRO 2006 Plan it! by Creative Travel was the Conference Manager for "Indo British Conference on Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition" and the "XVI th Annual Conference of Indian Academy of Pediatrics Subspecialty Pediatric Gastroenterology 2006", which took place from 26th - 28th October at the India Habitat Centre. Over 300 delegates attended this conference. This was the first time that the Indian Academy of Pediatrics Subspecialty Pediatric Gastroenterology and British Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition were jointly hosting this conference. RESPICON 2006 The "18th National Conference of IAP Respiratory Chapter" & the "First Indo-Europe Regional Seminar on Pediatric Respiratory diseases" was managed by Plan it! by Creative Travel, the Conference Managers for the event. The conference was attended by over 450 delegates at the Le Meridien Hotel from 25th - 26th November. |
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| Christmas Christmas the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ, is celebrated with great fervor all over India by the Christians. People decorate their houses, erect Christmas trees, make cribs with figures of baby Jesus, Mother Mary, Joseph, the three kings who come to visit the baby and shepherd boys and their herds grazing around depicting the scenes of Jesus's Birth in the Bible. They decorate the Christmas tree, hang stars, gifts and illuminate them. On the Christmas day, people enjoy a sumptuous Christmas lunch. Christmas cakes and wine are served to visitors and exchanged as gifts among friends and relatives. All the major Indian cities wear a festive look. Shops and bazaars are decorated for the occasion and offer attractive bargains. Creative Travel will be closed on 25th December 2006. 24 Hours international Emergency Contact Number : +91 - 99 11 266 277 (prefix a "0" before the number if dialing from outside New Delhi but from within India) |
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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. This is just one of them. From
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 Marketing Rs. 150
Cr. blitz boosts tourism productsThe Ministry of Tourism has gone into overdrive to woo high-end travellers to India with its Incredible India campaign, which is now in a brand new avatar. Minister of Tourism and Culture, Ambika Soni released the advertisement cds of the new tourism products. Mr. Ram Kohli, Chairman & Managing Director of Creative Travel was also present at the launch. Click here to read more... |
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| Short of rooms, Delhi hotel rates spiral - Delhi, Now Most
Expensive City After Bangalore It's time to uncork the bubbly in Delhi's hospitality circuit. Average hotel room rates in the capital have shot to an all-time high of over $ 350 a night - becoming the second most expensive city after Bangalore in terms of hotel rates. Read more... |
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| Luxury Tourism grows at 25% There are low-budget tourists and no-budget tourists. And Indian travel and hospitality companies are discovering that no-budget tourists - the top-end luxury ones - are willing to splurge top dollars for the India experience. Read more...
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| 6 week long "I Love Delhi" festival to start from 20th
December Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dixit on Sunday inaugrated the Hindustan Times I Love Delhi campaign amidst great fanfare and a huge of gathering of supportive youngsters at the India gate lawns. The capaign is a six-week long high adrenaline, action packed series of events that is all set to get Delhi's youth moving, grooving, singing and gaming. Read more... |
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A day in the life of India Consumers are powering in the economy. Here's how much, on average, Indians buy every day. |
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| New Buddhist train launched Indian railways has introduced a new buddhist train which will start from Chennai and end in Chennai. The total itinerary will be for 15 days, though the tourists will have the option of taking a shorter circuit of 7 and 10 days also. They will pay on per day basis and take on and take off either after 7, 10 or 15 days. For the tariff, itinerary, dates, click here... Helicopter tourism service in Kerala God's Own Country Kerala will be luring tourists by launching a ''Helicopter tourism'' service. Visitors will be taken from one tourist spot to the other in a seven-seater helicopter to save time and also discomfort on the roads. A number of cost-effective packages have been designed in the helicopter tourism segment like ''Capital by Air'', ''Backwaters by Air'', ''Fly the Hills'' and ''Shoreline Flights''. The ''Capital by air'' offers sightseeing trips around Thiruvananthapuram. The backwater trip takes tourists around Kumarakom, while the ''Fly the hill'' provides tourists a taste of the hill stations at Thekkady and Munnar. It will also touch Kochi and Kumarakom. The ''Shoreline'' flights offer sightseeing to Kanyakumari along the picturesque coastline. |
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| J-K expects significant increase in foreign tourist inflow With the opening of the world's highest gondola ski-lift in Gulmarg and the steady normalisation of the law and order situation, the Jammu and Kashmir Government expects a significant increase in the inflow of foreign tourists to the state. So far 43,680 foreign tourists mostly from Switzerland, Italy, Indonesia, Malaysia, Taiwan and France have visited the state, Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Tourism Mohammed Dilawar Mir said. The minister said that Gulmarg was emerging as India''s premier ski resort for the 2006-07 season. The attraction of skiing off the highest gondola in the world, from a height of 4,390 metres on a six kilometre run, with a mild climate, wide open spaces is a huge attraction to skiers from all over the world. |
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| Indian drum ensemble sets Guinness World Record "A new Guinness World Record was created with 7,951 drummers performing for more than five minutes in perfect rhythm," Michael Whitty, the Guinness representative, announced after the event in Meghalaya's state capital Shillong. The previous Guinness world record for the largest drum ensemble was set in February 2005 by Po Leung Kuk, a charity organisation in Hong Kong, which assembled 7,727 drummers. The drummers played a 20-minute synchronized tune called "Positive Vibrations" composed by a local musician, Rudy Wallang, in an open stadium packed with more than 20,000 people. The world record-setting drum ensemble also kicked off the states week-long Autumn Festival that includes events like water sports, kite flying, fishing and archery. "The participants included professionals to school children and villagers. There were some 1,000 indigenous drums being played in the event alongside the normal small drums," the tourism development forum's general secretary, Aiban S. Mawkhroh, said. |
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| Sri Lanka Go Holidays introduces Saga
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| Nepal tourist arrivals rise in November on peace hopes After three months of fall in the number of arriving tourists, the number of arrivals finally rebounded by almost 7 per cent in November, according to data released by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). According to the data, the number of visitors who came to Nepal in November totalled 29,407. An official of the Nepal Tourism Board, said the November tourism arrivals were "very positive" and that the tourism industry was once again gaining momentum. He attributed the rise to the signing of the peace accord between the government and the Maoists earlier this month. |
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| 100 years Kingdom of Bhutan In 1907, after several centuries of divided rule by various influential families, his majesty Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuck unified Bhutan under the name of Druk Yul – Land of the Thunder Dragon. The year 2007 will mark 100 years of monarchy in Bhutan. But as the year 2007 is a very inauspicious year according to the Bhutanese calendar it will be only in 2008 that Bhutan will celebrate the 100 years of Kingdom. Many festivals and much revelry have been planned to celebrate this momentous occasion. Visitors to the Kingdom in 2008 will be given a unique opportunity to experience the real Bhutan through the Centenary maxim of “Meet the Bhutanese”. For those yet to experience the magic that is the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008 presents the perfect opportunity. For details contact us. |
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India Conde
Nast Traveller releases the Gold List 2007
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| Kumarakom Lake Resort declared ‘India’s Leading Resort’ The heritage retreat, Kumarakom Lake Resort has been declared ‘India’s Leading Resort’ at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2006. A premium heritage retreat that caters primarily to the world’s most discerning travellers, Kumarakom Lake Resort rests by the backwaters of Kerala’s famous Lake Vembanad. The resort attempts to create a perfect union between heritage, luxury and natural beauty. To this end, scores of traditional mansions each over a hundred years old were purchased from all over Kerala and were dismantled from their original locations and reassembled at the resort, to create its fifty-one heritage luxury villas. Guests can opt to stay either in the Heritage Villas, the Meandering Pool Villas or the Presidential Suites. The Meandering Pool Villas are positioned by the banks of a 250-metre-long pool that snakes through the eastern part of the resort, almost down to the waterfront. Each villa door opens out into the pool! |
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| IHCL unveils 'Ginger' brand in Pune The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) announced the launch of its GenNext 'Smart Basics' Hotel - 'GINGER' - in Pune. The airport is 8 kms, 30 minutes away and the railway station is 5 kms, 15 minutes away. Lemon Tree Amarante Beach Resort, Goa opens on 9th December Located on Candolim beach, in North Goa, the Lemon Tree Amarante Beach Resort lies within 2 minutes walking distance from not only the beach but also a quaint assortment of shacks, cafes, curio shops and handicrafts emporia. The resort which has been designed to evoke the poetry, history and romance of 18th century Portuguese Goa, makes extensive use of hand painted tiles, stained glass, mosaic, wrought iron, wood, stone, water and foliage to create an ambience which is both visually stunning and aesthetically soothing. The hotel offers 60 rooms and suites (including five heritage suites housed in a century old Portuguese mansion) which are built along arched loggias, Spanish fountains and palm dotted walkways. The hotel also offers a choice of cuisines: a pool side coffee shop offering an eclectic mix of international favorites and an international/Mediterranean grills restaurant. Fortune Select Palms opens in Chennai Fortune Park Hotels marked its entry into Chennai with the opening of Fortune Select Palms, Chennai. Situated at the IT corridor of Chennai, Fortune Select Palms, offers 129 rooms with smart contemporary décor. The hotel is wi-fi enabled and boasts of Zodiac – the 24 hrs Astral Coffee Shop, Oriental Pavilion – which brings you the choicest cuisine from the WelcomHeritage adds property in Agra An old heritage property has been renovated and added to the Welcomheritage chain. The Grand Imperial offers enough history to keep guests engrossed for days on end. There are special rooms, old mementos, photographs and macho stories of courage and valour that can be recounted over and over again. Located in the heart of the city of Agra, the hot seat of the Mughal Empire, the 100 year old WelcomHerltage Grand Imperial is constructed of biscuit bricks commonly refer red to as Lahori bricks. These were also used in the construction of the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort. Post World War II, the Imperial Hotel, as was then known, played hosts to distinguished guests such as The Crown Princes of England and Japan, Prince Aga Khan, Shri Moti Lal Nehru, Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Jai Prakash Narayan and renowned cinema personalities such as Dilip Kumar, Madhubala and others. The hotel offers 30 rooms & suites. |
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| ‘Rainforest’ opens 'Rainforest' a boutique resort located at the foot of the Athirapally waterfalls, 55 kms from the international airport at Cochin has opened. Perched on the edge of the luxurious wilderness of the Sholayar Range, Rainforest is a never before experience in nature holidays, offering you the perfect getaway for a weekend of natural delight. Within the breathtaking embrace of the deep forests, a rich and diverse flora & fauna abounds. While some of the species actually live on Rainforest property, others make it a point to pay an occasional visit. Behold the spectacular view of the crashing 80 ft waterfalls from any and every suite at 'Rainforest' . |
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| Amanwella awarded Best New Beach Resort Travel Trade Gazette (TTG) named Amanwella the Best New Beach Resort Hotel in the Asia-Pacific region at their 17th Annual Travel Awards 2006. Amanwella derives from aman, or 'peace' in Sanskrit, and wella, the Sinhalese name for beach. All 30 suites of this contemporary beachfront resort feature their own private plunge pool and terrace. Amanwella prides itself on being the perfect place to relax, to lounge and to laze – a remote ocean hideaway where the sweet, indolent ‘Art of Doing Nothing’ reigns supreme. |
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| KumbukRiver - new meaning to eco-tourism KumbukRiver is probably the world’s largest elephant-like edifice located on the edge of Yala wildlife sanctuary, bordering the lively Kumbukkan Oya at Okkampitiya in Buttala. “This is elephant country. Where peacocks herald the day and elephants roam the nights,” the promoters of this new eco tourism habitat say, adding that there’s nothing quite like this in the world of eco-tourism. Here you find a 40ft tall elephant and those who can afford to stay here will actually get to sleep in its belly. The eco-lodge is full of characteristics and life. The plunge pool just underneath the raised trunk of the elephant itself is unique. It’s covered with Kumbuk, said to offer therapeutic value from a kind of rare wood that can stay submerged in water for a century remaining strong and healthy. What makes KumbukRiver unique is yes, its elephant shape, but, it isn’t the only thing. The entire facility can be reserved for just one touring party, from a single nature-loving person, to a small family or a bigger group of up to 10. |
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| Vil Uyana opens Vil Uyana is the first hotel in Sri Lanka to construct a wetland system with lakes and reed beds. Vil Uyana is constructed with an experience of a village concept with rural traditions. The hotel has been formed with park lands and woodlands. It has abundant wildlife. This luxury hotel is located in Rangirigama, Sigiriya. It is a 4-hour drive from Colombo and 30 minutes by domestic flight. The hotel consists of 25 luxury villas with a private swimming pool, library lounge, spa, gymnasium and the Jala Mandapa (dwelling built over water). The rooms are connected by wooden walkways. Vana Avasa (forest dwellings) are built in the forest. The regeneration of the forest groves gives a feeling of ultimate privacy. |
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Kingfisher Airlines expands network to 23
cities; number of daily flights goes up to 130
GMG Airlines starts operations from
Dhaka to Delhi and Kolkata
World's longest jet to
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| Chicken Tikka Masala Chicken Tikka Masala is Chicken Tikka in a masala gravy (commonly referred to as a sauce). Chicken Tikka Masala is one of the most popular South Asian dishes in the world. Its popularity has proven so great that almost every Indian restaurant worldwide offers it. It has arguably replaced Tandoori Chicken as the flagship of Indian and South Asian cuisines. Britain's most popular national dish is now chicken tikka masala. Click here to read more... |
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| Jaipur Heritage International Festival : 13th – 22nd January 2007 The Jaipur Heritage International Festival is a community initiative, supported by the Governments of India and Rajasthan, motivated individuals and corporate companies designed and programmed to renew & reinvent local culture every year; stimulate arts and crafts based industries & commerce; attract visitors to the region; increase local spending; brand JAIPUR, and promote it across the world. During this festival, the Fabled Pink City of Jaipur and the ancient fort of Amber, attract artists and audiences from India and across the world. Click here to read more... |
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| Ardh Kumbh Mela The month long Kumbh Mela of Allahabad is one of the largest fairs in the world and is attended by millions of pilgrims from all over India as well as the devout from the world over. Maha Kumbh is held after a gap of twelve years. Ardh Kumbh, which takes place at Sangam. Allahabad - the confluence of Ganges, Yamuna and mythical Saraswari rivers - after a gap of six years is one of the most important religious events of Hindus. Crores of people from across the country and even foreigners congregate in Allahabad and stay for over a month to take a dip in river Ganges, besides performing other rituals. Click here to read more... |
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| Shouldering Stability Deepali Kohli, wife of Rajeev Kohli was featured in a national newspaper for a fitness article. Her story took almost half a newspaper page. |
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