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Dear Industry Colleagues,
Welcome To another edition 'Creatively Yours'.
It’s December. The month of festivities and joy. Its been a busy year for most. The world has had its share of ups and downs, but let's all agree that the end of the year is a time for thankfulness for whatever little joys we have.
December also tends to be a slower time in the news cycle. This edition of Creatively Yours has a focus on food, especially since India is legendary for cuisine being the core of all our festivals and celebrations. Our food habits also change from summer to winter. Read a bit about thi sin our story ‘Pranthas, Pongal and Pinni: India’s season feasts.’
As it inducts new aircraft on a weekly basis, Air India is also expanding its international routes. Melbourne non-stop is the latest to come online.
No more trade shows left this year, so a bit of respite fom our travels.
Remember, we do offer custom training and one-on-one strategy sessions to travel advisors and tour operators across the world. If you would like to book a session, just email us at engage@creative.travel with your details.
Additional news items are also on our blog site.
Have a Creative Day!
Rajeev Kohli & Rohit Kohli
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Parathas, Pongal & Pinni: India's seasonal feasts
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While growing up, many of us remember the onset of winter as a time of much excitement. As last year's woollies emerged from a long hibernation, joyous discoveries were made. We spent hours fashioning hideaways with blankets unearthed from linen cupboards. But most of all, winters were synonymous with afternoons on sunny terraces, savouring seasonal favourites….piping hot Mooli Parathas (whole wheat flour flatbread filled with a spiced mixture of grated radish), sweet Gajar Halwa (grated carrots slow-cooked in milk and ghee) and tangy Kanji (a fermented drink made from black carrots, mustard seeds and spices). Fast forward a few decades, and these cherished rituals remain unchanged. |
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Winter festival in Mizoram, Dec 2023
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The iconic Europop group Vengaboys, renowned for their catchy tunes and high-energy performances, is set to headline the Aizawl Winter Festival in Mizoram on December 7, 2023. The festival, celebrating Mizo culture and heritage, will feature traditional dances, music, and cuisine, |
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International kite festival, Ahmedabad, Dec 2023
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The festival of Uttarayan is a distinctively Gujarati celebration, transforming the skies over the state with kites from dawn to dusk. Marking the transition from winter to summer in the Hindu calendar, known as Makar Sankranti or Uttarayan, the vibrant festival paralyzes |
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Foreign tourists granted easier access to North East India's restricted areas
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Foreign tourists visiting Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, and Nagaland in the North East will now find it easier to obtain Restricted Area Permits (RAP) and Protected Area Permits (PAP). The Indian government has significantly relaxed the previously stringent restrictions, |
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Air India unveils direct Mumbai-Melbourne flights
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Air India has announced its groundbreaking move to launch non-stop flights between Mumbai and Melbourne, commencing on December 15. This strategic expansion of the airline's global route network will see three weekly services on the Mumbai-Melbourne route, |
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Alliance Air's inaugural flight from Shimla to Amritsar
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Alliance Air celebrated the commencement of direct flights from Shimla Airport in Himachal Pradesh to Shri Guru Ram Das Jee International Airport. Operations began on November 16, with the inaugural ATR 42-seater aircraft landing in Amritsar. |
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Accor's 24th Novotel: Sustainable luxury in Jaipur(
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Accor proudly unveils its 24th Novotel property in India, the Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre (NJCC), signalling a commitment to sustainable practices. The newly opened hotel adopts eco-friendly measures such as 100% LED lights, energy-efficient heat pumps, a sewage treatment plant (STP), and 12 rainwater harvesting systems. |
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India resumes eVisa facility for all eligible Canadian citizens
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The High Commission of India in Canada declared the reinstatement of electronic visa (eVisa) services for eligible Canadian citizens after a nearly two-month hiatus. The announcement specified that the eVisa facility is accessible to individuals holding regular/ordinary Canadian passports. |
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Maldives' Manta Air Launches Direct Flights from Bengaluru to Dhaalu Airport
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Maldives-based airline, Manta Air, is set to launch direct flights between Bengaluru and Dhaalu Airport in January 2024, cutting down travel hassles and costs for visitors. The announcement was made at a prestigious event in Bengaluru. |
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• Gwalior, City of Tansen, earns UNESCO recognition in the
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• Helicopter services commence from Kovalam to Thiruvidanthai
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• Lufthansa's inaugural flight connects Hyderabad and Frankfurt
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• Akasa Air introduces daily flights linking Bengaluru and Port Blair
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• New direct flight routes from India
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Bishwanath Ghat village in northern Assam recognized as the Best Tourism Village of India by the Union Tourism Ministry initiated river tourism on Monday under the "Greater Kaziranga" concept. Coined by Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) authorities, |
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Madhya Pradesh Set to Unveil its Largest Tiger Reserve
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In a groundbreaking development, Madhya Pradesh is poised to establish the largest tiger reserve in the nation. This remarkable initiative, set to unfold in the Damoh district, involves amalgamating two existing sanctuaries, namely the Nauradehi Sanctuary and the Rani Durgavati Sanctuary. |
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Experience the delectable flavors of a cherished family heirloom – a remarkable Kadhi recipe passed down through generations. This delightful Kadhi Pakora, a culinary gem from my mother-in-law, showcases the authentic preparation of Punjabi Kadhi complemented by onion pakoras. |
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