The Award Winning
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Dear Industry Colleagues,
Welcome To another edition 'Creatively Yours'.
This edition brings on a new look and feel. We hope you like it. There are always many minds and opinions that go into designing our material, so if you have any feedback to share, please drop us a note.
We are excited to have been awarded our 27th World Travel Award this year at a glittering World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City. This attests to our position as being one of the finest teams for luxury travel experiences in the region. With our 8th SITE Crystal award received earlier in the year, we now have 88 global awards for our work, making us South Asia’s most recognised DMC. We are very proud of what our team does for our partners across the world.
After drastically increasing taxes on foreign travellers, Bhutan has done a reversal, cutting these down by half till 2027. We feel these are now more reasonable and acceptable for such a unique destination.
This month our team made an in-depth visit to Nepal. There have been a lot of changes in the destination, many very positive. We came back with some new ideas and great insight into new hotels to use. Read a first-hand report by Rajeev Kohli and also a small piece of what Nepal has to offer as a destination.
We have also curated a special selection of wellness resorts across the destination whom we partner with. If you would like a copy of our new brochure “Mind, Body & Soul of India”, emailed to you please send us a message.
Our 2023-2024 sample prices are ready for sharing. These are meant to be a tool to help travel planners get an understanding of what the destination can look like across different journeys and price points. To get a copy, email us at engage@creative.travel .
Read these and other stories in this edition of Creatively Yours. Additional news items are also on our blog site.
Have a Creative Day!
Rajeev Kohli & Rohit Kohli |
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IMEX America
Las Vegas, USA
17 – 19 October 2023
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London, UK
6 – 8 November 2023
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Barcelona, Spain
28–30 November 2023
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Bhutan cuts tourism tax
After increasing its tourism levy, known as the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) on foreign travellers significantly last year, Bhutan has cut this down by half to bolster its tourism sector.
With a 50% reduction, this tourism levy now stands at US$ 100 per person per night, against the earlier US$200 per person per night. This change will come into effect from September 1, 2023, and shall remain in force for four years until August 31, 2027.
The change was made in view of the important role of the tourism sector in generating employment and earning foreign exchange for the country. Post Covid, the recovery has been slower than expected and the reduction is expected to bolster numbers. The Bhutanese government also realises the potential for spillover benefits into ancillary industries; boosting overall economic growth; and funding important environmental, social and infrastructure projects. |
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Creative Travel wins its 27th WORLD TRAVEL AWARD
as India’s leading luxury travel agency.
On the evening of 7th September, at the glittering World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony 2023 in Ho Chi Minh City, Creative Travel was awarded its 27th World Travel Award, this time in the category of Luxury Travel Agency. This attests to our position as being one of the finest teams for luxury travel experiences in the region. The award was received by Varun Mathur, Head of the Jungle at JungleSutra.
With a 50% reduction, this tourism levy now stands at US$ 100 per person per night, against the earlier US$200 per person per night. This change will come into effect from September 1, 2023, and shall remain in force for four years until August 31, 2027.
Many congratulations to all the other 2023 World Travel Awards winners as well. |
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Air India's Tata-led rebranding
Air India has unveiled a fresh global brand identity, including a redesigned logo, updated aircraft livery, and a modern 'Maharaja,' as the Tata Group takes the helm. The airline's traditional red arched window accents have been replaced with a sleeker design, gracing the tail fin with gold, red, and purple hues, while a bold red and gold underbelly now proudly displays the airline's name. |
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Sri Lanka Implements Minimum Room Rates To Enhance Tourism Sector
Effective October 1, 2023, Sri Lanka's hotel sector faces a significant transformation by implementing the Minimum Room Rate (MRR) policy. According to the new guidelines, hotels below the 3-star rating are mandated to charge a minimum of $50 per room. |
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Enhanced Visa Review Process For Travelers Entering Tibet From Kathmandu
The Tibet Tourism Bureau has recently relayed crucial information regarding Chinese group visas, which are indispensable for foreign travellers entering Tibet from Nepal. Issued by the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu, |
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New Shores: Vistara And Air India Expand Services To Maldives
Vistara Airlines is set to inaugurate daily direct flights between Delhi and Malé, commencing on October 1, 2023, utilizing its A320neo aircraft configured with three classes.
Air India is also gearing up to recommence its flights to the Maldives on October 30, 2023, with thrice-weekly services originating from Mumbai and Bengaluru. |
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| • | India launches ambitious campaign to woo global wedding tourism |
| • | India's culinary tourism market set to reach $23 billion by 2023 |
| • | Goa's Manohar Airport now accepting e-visas |
| • | Purana Qila to debut new, improved multilingual Light and Sound Show |
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Who: Rajeev Kohli (Joint Managing Director) & Dimple Singh (Chief Operating Officer)
Where: Nepal
When: August 2023
In the heart of the Himalayas, where the mountains reach for the sky and the air is crisp and pure, lies the enchanting land of Nepal.
Our Nepal office had been asking us to come up to see the changes in the destination over the past few years, especially since the pandemic. So early September we decided to take a few days and go exploring. |
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Ganesh Chaturthi: September 19, 2023
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayak Chaturthi or Ganeshotsav, is a revered Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god. It commences with the installation of clay idols of Ganesha in homes and pandals. |
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Ziro Music Festival: September 28 - October 1, 2023
The Ziro Music Festival, an iconic event in India, is gearing up to celebrate its remarkable 10th-anniversary edition from September 28 to October 1, 2023, in the stunning landscapes of Arunachal Pradesh's Ziro. Since 2012, |
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Nepal: Where nature, adventure, and culture converge
Cradled within the pristine perfection of the mighty Himalayas, Nepal is a land blessed with a unique trinity of distinctive experiences for explorers. Bordered by India to the south and China to the north, the "Roof of the World" is a land of stark contrasts. Here, ancient traditions coexist with modern influences, creating an unexpectedly delightful escape from the beaten path. Exquisite landscapes apart, one of Nepal's biggest drawcards is its heart-pounding adventures, ranging from trekking, mountaineering, wildlife safaris, rafting and even bungee jumping. And for the incorrigible culture vulture, the country is a storehouse of time-honoured history and culture, with its ancient shrines and deeply ingrained religious faith. |
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Endemics of Southern India
This is an itinerary which showcases a variety of species that are endemic to the jungles of southern India. Although based on species which you wish to we may modify destinations to personalize your program however, some of the key species that we wish to highlight in this region are the Nilgiri Langur, Lion-tailed Macaque, Nilgiri Tahr, the Slender Loris, Nilgiri Sholakili, |
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A little bit of Culture & Relaxation with Wildlife
This wonderful journey is designed for those who are seeking to experience more than one facets of India. With colourful marketplaces, wonderful monuments and hidden cultural gems we combine the diverse experiences at Satpura tiger reserve seeking out tiger, leopards, sloth bears, jackals, jungle cats and much more. The adventure in the jungle is followed by a stay at a vineyard to learn about the evolving history |
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Seviyan Kheer Recipe
About Seviyan Kheer Recipe: With a festive vibe around, there is no better way to celebrate it by indulging into mouthwatering delicacies like Seviyan. Vermicelli or seviyan cooked with milk, cardamom, nuts and sugar to make a thick and delicious Kheer. An easy recipe to prepare at home and serve at the dinner party. |
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