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March 2015 • VOLUME 4 • ISSUE 3 • `. 50
ARRIVALS TO BHUTAN DEMONSTRATE STRONG INCREASE
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hot destinations for Indian travellers for 2015 Top
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Outbound Tourism!
Managing Editor: Mr. Anurag Gupta Editor: Ms. Meenakshi Gupta Creative: Raj Toppo Marketing: Don Jose Printed, Published & Owned by Mr. Anurag Gupta @ 348, Amarjyoti Layout, Domlur Bangalore- 560 071 Ph: +91 80 41224331 Email: corporateoutbound@gmail.com Printed at Cosmos Printers & Publishers, Wilson Garden, Bangalore- 560 027
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Nothing actually affects Indian outbound tourists whether there is a decrease in rupee value or air fares going high or even air tragedies. Numbers to most of the popular destinations abroad continues to rise from the country. One of the indicators of the rise in number of Indians with disposable income is the fantastic statistics gathered by foreign tourism bodies on arrivals from India. Not only do countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates get a steady and strong surge of Indian tourists, but also those like South Africa and Australia which are fast emerging as popular destinations for the well to-do Indian. Mauritius, Visit Britain, Turkey, Taiwan and few others are promoting their countries big time. Even Brand USA has launched a series of educational programs for travel agencies at major Indian metropolitan and tier II cities to promote USA. Over the last few years, there has been a substantial increase in the number of Indian visitors opting for a tailor made holiday package customized to their preferences. A rise in the demand for outbound MICE travel as well as experiential and luxury travel is also expected in near future. Bollywood also plays a very important role in promoting outbound tourism. After a popular movie Spain and its adventure tourism showed a steep high in number of enthusiasts from India. Australia and New Zealand managed to entice loads of Cricket fans in spite of no direct air connection between the two countries. A foreign holiday has now become non-negotiable for Indian consumers. This also means that Indians are loosening their purse strings more than earlier. Tapping the growth of Indian outbound market, many foreign tourism boards are opening their offices in India designing special marketing strategies with special offers, connectivity, and a lot more to win substantial market share. The have sensed a huge potential for Niche Products & Customized Offerings. Number of international low cost airlines and direct flights to various destinations also proves the same.
India has emerged as the world’s fastest-growing outbound market for sure!!!!
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Aviation
Ethiopian Airlines to start double-daily flights to New Delhi soon
The best time to book flights from India
ith the announcement of double-daily flights to Mumbair, Ethiopian Airlines plans to start double-daily flights to New Delhi soon. Both daily flights to Mumbai will be operated with the ultra-modern B787 Dreamliner aircraft, and the service is meant to provide optimal connectivity from India to 49 destinations in Africa.The airlines is also planning to start flights from Chennai and Bengaluru within one year.
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Booking 18 weeks in advance could help Indians save 15% on ticket costs overseas he results are from a study conducted by Skyscanner , which follow the analysis of the last three years’ worth of data, and over 250 million flight prices, also found that the best time to book varies a great deal from destination to destination. For instance flights to countries like USA and UK should be booked eighteen weeks in advance while those looking to fly to hot destinations like Australia, Singapore and Thailand should consider booking anywhere between 16-17 weeks in advance for the cheapest fares.
In Asia, China and India are important markets. The traffic from India is predominantly business and labour. Ethiopian has been providing scheduled operations to Mumbai for over 43 years and to New Delhi for over 49 years. The airline currently has daily flights to Mumbai and New Delhi. The Africa-India traffic is witnessing a significant increase owing to economic growth in the two regions and increasing trade, investment, and tourism ties, in addition to travel demand of the large Indian community in various African countries.
Vistara to commence daily flights to Guwahati & Bagdogra in April
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istara will commence flights to Guwahati (Assam) and Bagdogra (West Bengal) from April 2015 onwards. The airline will operate daily on the Delhi-Guwahati-Bagdogra route. Flight number UK717 leaves Delhi at 1225 and arrives in Guwahati at 1440. The connecting flight leaves Guwahati at 1520 and reaches Bagdogra at 1620 everyday. The return flight leaves Bagdogra at 1655 and reaches Delhi at 1910. Vistara now flies from Delhi to six destinations, namely Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Goa, Hyderabad, Guwahati, and Bagdogra, besides serving the Mumbai-Ahmedabad route.
The best time to book has varied from year to year. However Skyscanner predicts that the Indian traveller will be able to save over 15% if they book their flights over 4 months in advance. Skyscanner is committed to ensure that travellers get a chance to find a flight at the best price and plan their holiday well in advance. And since fluctuations in ticket prices are erratic, it is critical for us to share the best time for making these bookings. Prices can be quite volatile so customers need to understand that they may be taking a gamble by leaving booking too close to their departure date.
Jet Airways becomes first Indian carrier to provide fares & flight status on Twitter
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et Airways (India) Ltd. has unveiled #JetInstant, a first-ofits-kind online feature that enables guests to access information on fares and flight status in real time through Twitter. The customer-centric initiative is part of the airline’s strategy to simplify travel experience and engage with guests on a real-time basis. Guests will first need to follow the official Jet Airways Twitter account @jetairways to avail of the facility. To get the flight status, guests can Tweet ‘@jetairways fltstatus <Flight No> <Departure Date in DDMM format>’. Within seconds, the update will be sent as a Direct Message (DM) to their Twitter account. For LoFares details, guests need to Tweet ‘@jetairways lofares <Origin> <Destination> <Departure Date in DDMM format> <Return Date in DDMM format>’. For example, to search for the lowest fare for a flight from Mumbai to Delhi on March 4, with a return trip the next day, users can Tweet ‘@jetairways lofares BOM DEL 0403 0503’. The #JetInstant service sends the lowest fare available as a DM with a direct link to complete the booking process on jetairways.com. Also, Twitter users can tweet @jetairways #JetInstant for any assistance with regard to the service.
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MADURAI 11th, 12th, 13th Dec 2015
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Carlson Rezidor Hotels opens Radisson Goa Candolim
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he first Radisson Hotel in North Goa opened at CandolimCalanguete beach, one of the most popular resort destinations in the country. The hotel boasts of 78 well-appointed rooms and suites, flexible meeting spaces including a 2,300 squarefoot pillar-less ballroom, two restaurants, 24-hour in-room dining service, a spa and gym. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi internet access for guests to keep connected. The hotel is closely located to North Goa’s tourist areas including the historic Fort Aguada, the ancient churches of Old Goa and excellent shopping centers in Panjim. The hotel is located near the NH 17 & NH 4A highways, and is less than an hour’s drive from the airport and half an hour from the railway station. Authentic Goan cuisine including freshly-grilled seafood is for the picking at Red Mango, a contemporary pool side restaurant. The Palms, an all-day dining restaurant serves mouthwatering Indian and continental cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as drinks to cap your day. To wrap up a day of meetings or sightseeing, guests can enjoy the Spa, take a relaxing dip in the swimming pool or sweat it out at the gym.
Mahindra Holidays opens Club Mahindra Wildlife Resort in Kanha in Madhya Pradesh
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ahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd. (MHRIL) India’s leading player in the leisure hospitality industry, opened their new property in Kanha in Madhya Pradesh. Club Mahindra Kanha is a green field project and is spread across 15 acres of land. It has 50 rooms for members which includes 32 Studio rooms and 18 one bedroom apartments. It also has a Spa, an Activity Centre, a Fun Zone, a Swimming Pool and a dedicated Kids’ Area. The resort is a short drive away from the Kanha National Park which, with its lush Sal and bamboo forests, grassy meadows and ravines, evokes the timeless tales of Rudyard Kipling’s much loved ‘Jungle Book’.
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Starwood Hotels and Resorts unveils second Le Meridien in Delhi-NCR
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ffective March 1, 2015, the owners of Pullman Gurgaon- Sanjit Bakshi and Raunaq Kohli have tied up with Starwood Hotels and Resorts and rebranded the existing property (earlier known as Pullman Central Park Gurgaon) as Le Meridien, Gurgaon, an upper upscale hotel brand. Post the revamp, apart from adding the Le Meridien signature elements to the hotel, they have renamed the all day dining restaurant to ‘Latest Recipe’ and revised the menu with live cooking stations. The hotel now offers Teppanyaki, a style of Japanese cuisine. A private dining room with 14 covers has been designed at the restaurant. Earlier known Citrique is now the Longitude Bar and an Italian Restaurant-La Riviera would also come up by the year end. The pool side club-I-Kandy has been redesigned and an art gallery walk through has been added near the ground floor elevator.
Tree of Life launches Udaipur and Dudhwa National Park properties
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ree of Life Resorts and Hotels, a four year old hospitality chain officially unveiled the Tree of Life TatSaraasa Resort and Spa, Udaipur and the Tree of Life Jaagir Lodge, Dudhwa National Park, in Uttar Pradesh. Situated 13 km from the city centre, the Tree of Life TatSaraasa Resort & Spa, Udaipur is spread over five acres on the banks of Lake Lakhawali and surrounded by the Aravali hills. Besides 24 Luxury Lake View Rooms, the resort features an all day dining restaurant, a bar, The Meeting Room, the Spa, Gym and a 70 feet swimming pool. A four hour drive from Lucknow Airport or Railway Station, The Tree of Life Jaagir Lodge, Dudhwa National Park boasts of three luxury rooms, three luxury suites and six luxury villas (Jhaalas) along with The Pavilion (dining area), The Library Bar, The Spa and a swimming pool. The property is primarily designed for the Free Independent Traveller (FIT) segment. It offers unparallel luxury in the wilderness, cuisine, service and the wildlife experience.
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Arrivals to Bhutan Demonstrate strong increase Healthy growth rate of 14.85 % achieved for the calendar year 2014. India continues to be top source market at over 62,000 travelers
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s part of its growing popularity as an international destination, the Kingdom of Bhutan has positioned itself as a destination that thrives on making Happiness its key denominator.
In sync with the Tourism Council of Bhutan’s thrust towards international source markets tourist arrivals for 2014 grew to 133,480 tourist arrivals demonstrating an impressive growth of 14.85% percent over the corresponding year. Whilst international travelers grew to 68,081; India continued to be it’s top source market with an additional 62,129 arrivals. Recently, the tourism council of Bhutan also unveiled the ‘Visit Bhutan 2015’ - dedicated to His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, who has been the pioneer of tourism in Bhutan. Tourism Council of Bhutan has been effectively promoting Bhutan – ‘Celebrate Happiness’ theme in key source markets, wherein India and South East Asia form a critical component. The marketing initiatives deployed globally are a combination of on ground promotions that include participation at key B2B / B2C exhibitions & roadshows in addition to working with Bhutan’s key stakholders through activities that involve engagements with travel trade and international media. Tourism Council of Bhutan is entrusted with the goal to foster a vibrant industry as a positive force in the conservation of environment, promotion of cultural heritage, safeguarding sovereign status of the Nation for significantly contributing to Gross National Happiness.
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hot destinations for Indian travellers for 2015 Top
Fort Lauderdale, Okinawa and Taipei feature as the top nine emerging destinations
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ravel enthusiasts around the world have already begun drawing up their travel plans to explore the unexplored. Although Thailand, Singapore, UAE, Europe are hot destination for this year too, but there are some destinations which are emerging as most sought holidays. These hot spots range from sun-kissed islands of Taipei to mainstream, well-known destinations such as Mykonos and Colombo to the more intrepid destinations of Siem Reip. The others include Myanmar, Seoul, Iceland, Brazil, Bhutan, and Gold Coast, Australia. This list is based on the flight search options by various travellers on Skyscanner.com. A visit to Siem Reap, Seoul, Bhutan and Brazil in 2015 is a must on the bucket list for travellers who have an urge to visit unexplored destinations. A combination of pulse-raising luxury adventure opportunities and exploring the flora and fauna of Bhutan’s jungle-covered central regions makes Bhutan as of the world’s hot travel destinations in 2015. For the eco-travellers, a new set of environmental destinations are opening up in Brazil. Favela hill-side tours in Rio or trekking deep into the Pantanal area of wetlands in the south – a veritable feast of biodiversity to rival the Amazon rain forest – are appearing on traveller radars.
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TAIPEI
aiwan is known for its towering mountains with numerous peaks that rise over 3,000 meters. It is also the home of Northeast Asia's tallest mountain, Yu Mountain (Yushan), which is nearly 4,000 meters in height. Besides mountains, beautiful coastal scenes are part of Taiwan's great natural assets. Traveling around the island to the east, you come to the scenic East Coast National Scenic Area and East Rift Valley National Scenic Area; go to the south, and you will come to the Southwest Coast National Scenic Area and then the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area, blessed with sunshine and a tropical touch. Alongside the western edge of the Central Mountain Range is the Maolin National Scenic Area, where a lot of indigenous people live and place you can check out the world of butterflies, Rukai stone houses, and splendid natural scenes. The incomparable natural setting of the Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area waits in the center of the island, and the Tri-Mountain National Scenic Area offers eagle-spotting at Bagua Mountain, the highland fruits of Lishan and the sacred Buddhist sanctuary of Lion's Head Mountain. Most of the tourist sites are located on the island of Nangan. Beigan is famous for its traditional stone house and fish noodles. Juguang for its fishing port and lighthouse. On Dongyin you will find fantastic rock formations and the Dongyin branch of the Matsu Distillery. Natural and cultural attractions abound in the Siraya National Scenic Area in southern Taiwan's Tainan City. In addition to five scenic reservoirs (Zengwen, Wushantou, Baihe, Jianshanpi, and Hutoupi), the scenic area embraces the geologically fascinating Caoshan Moon World, the Zouzhen archaeological site, and the skin-pampering mud springs of Guanziling. The scenic area is also known for a varied coastline of sand dunes, sand banks, marshes, and wetlands, offering precious habitats for wildlife. Taiwan now has nine National Parks famous for its volcanic landscapes, the unique and endangered Formosan landlocked salmon, canyon landscapes, bright sunshine, the highest peak in Northeast Asia and containing legacies of war decades ago. Taijiang National Park, with its cultural, historic and environmental protection functions; and South Penghu Marine National Park, which brings together natural ecology and geological landscape with cultural and historic sites. In addition, the National Palace Museum, located in the outskirts of Taipei City, is home to priceless artifacts that present the essence of China's 5,000 years of history.
Express Info Currency: 1TWD=1.98 INR Visa: Indian passport holders who hold valid visas are eligible for visa-exempt entry into Taiwan and staying for up to thirty days. (Please refer complete information from the Taiwan Embassy.)
Travel : Thai Airways, Malaysian Airlines , Cathay Pacific etc fly from Mumbai , Bangalore and Delhi with stop at either Hongkong or Bangkok . The airfare is between INR 35000 to 40000 depending upon the days you choose. You may choose a holiday for 7D6N to 2 weeks.
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razil the largest country in South America great diversity, from the bustling urban mosaic of São Paulo to the infinite cultural energy of Pernambuco and Bahia, the wilderness of the Amazon rainforest and world-class landmarks such as the Iguaçu Falls, there is plenty to see and to do in Brazil. Brazil has many exciting cities, ranging from pretty colonial towns and coastal hideouts to hectic, lively metropolises; The few predominant areas include Brasília ,Florianópolis ,Fortaleza ,Manaus,Porto Alegre,Recife ,Rio de Janeiro ,Salvador , São Paulo ,Amazonia - Chapada Diamantina National Park, Chapada dos Veadeiros — cerrado (tropical savanna) wildlife and stunning waterfalls,Fernando de Noronha — tropical island paradise in the middle of the Atlantic ocean, is protected as a Marine National Park since 1997 and a World Heritage Site,,Ilha Grande- a beautiful Brazilian island, about 150 km from Rio de Janeiro, Iguaçu Falls — world-famous waterfalls,Ilha do Marajó- an island at the mouth of the Amazon river,Lençóis Maranhenses ,Pantanal — the world's largest wetland hosts lots of eco-tourism and vast biodiversity, including caiman, jaguar, anaconda, giant anteater, primates, giant otter, and piranha. Brasil is famous for its Gay Travel, Carnivals, beaches, sports, forests, and waterfalls.
BRASIL
The official language of Brazil is Portuguese, spoken by the entire population (except for a few, very remotely located tribes). English is not widely spoken except in some touristy areas. Don't expect bus or taxi drivers to understand English, so it may be a good idea to write down the address you are heading to before getting the cab. In most big and luxurious hotels, it is very likely that the taxi fleet will speak some English.
the fifth Brazil is ountr y largest c . on earth
Express Info Currency: 1 Real (R$). = 19.30 INR Travel
Various Flights from Delhi , Mumbai via Paris, Abu Dhabi starting INR 80000 onwards cater to Brasil.
VACCINATION
Since large parts of Brazil are in tropical zone, before going it is recommended to get vaccinated against yellow fever at least 10 days before traveling to certain places.
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eoul the capital of South Korea is a fascinating blend of ancient traditions and cutting-edge digital technology, home to endless street food vendors and vast nightlife districts, an extraordinarily high-pressure educational system and serene Buddhist temples, a trend-setting youth culture and often crushing conformism, extraordinary architecture and endless monotonous rows of grey apartment buildings. Seoul offers many excellent opportunities for hiking. The mountains in Seoul are at most 800 m (3,000 ft), accessible by public transit and the trails range from easy to difficult. Mount Bukhan, Mount Gwanak, Mount Samseong, Mount Inwang are some of the famous ones. Seoul is a blend of night markets and K-Pop, temples and majestic palaces, skyscrapers and pulsing neon. Whatever you want, at any time of day or night, Seoul can provide. An early morning temple visit can lead to a palace tour followed by teahouse sipping in Bukchon and gallery hopping in Insa-dong. Soju (a vodka-like drink) and snacks in a street tent bar will fuel you for shopping at the buzzing Dongdaemun or Namdaemun night markets, partying in Hongdae or Itaewon, or playing online games at a PC bangor watching the latest Korean blockbuster at a DVD bang. Seoul is heaven for passionate foodies. Equally satisfying is scoffing down piping-hot, crispy hotteok (pancakes with sweet or savoury fillings) on a street corner, or delicious, fresh and fiery crab soup in Noryangjin Fish Market. Seoul is also a shopperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paradise.Seaoul is also home for 3 UNESCO world heritage sites namely Changdeokgung Palace Complex Jongmyo Shrine and Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty.
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Express Info Currency: 1INR= 17.87 South Korean Won Travel
China Southern, Japan Airlines, Cathay Pacific , Thai Airways , Jet Airways fly from Mumbai and Delhi directly or with 1 stop starting fares from 35000INR depending upon number of days you book in advance.
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xplore the Cardamom mountains for jungle trekking and waterfalls, Walk in S.E. Asia's largest mangrove forest. Hang out on white sand beaches, Laze on the beach in Sihanoukville.Enjoy the river and peace in Kampot Visit the temples of Angkor near Siem Reap, Get far off the beaten track with a motorcycle tour which will take you into some of the most remote parts of the countryâ&#x20AC;Ś.Yes Cambodia has it all!!!!!
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The capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, is located at the confluence of three rivers - the Mekong, the Bassac and Tonle Sap. Near Tonle Sap is the royal Palace built on the site of the Banteay Kev, a citadel built in 1813. The emerald Buddha sits on a pedestal high atop the dias. In front of the dias stands a life-size Buddha made of solid gold and weighs 75kg. It is decked with precious gems including diamonds, the largest of which is 25 carats. Also on display at the sides are the coronation apparel and numerous miniature Buddha in gold and silver. The walls surrounding the compound which is the oldest part of the palace, are covered with frescos depicting scenes from the Khmer version of the Ramayana. Other places of interests are NATIONAL MUSEUM, WAT PHNOM,TUOL SLENG MUSEUM, CHEUNG EK KILLING FIELD,NEW CENTRAL MARKET,TUOL TOM PONG MARKET and KAMPOT . Apart from the capital city one must visit Banlung ,Battambang ,Kampot ,Koh Kong,Kompong Thom,Kratie,,Siem Reap â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the access point for Angkor Wat and Sihanoukville.
Express Info Visa Fees: Single entry visa fee for tourist (T) (30 days):US$ 30
Currency: 1 INR= 64.46 Cambodian Riel US dollars are as commonly used as the Cambodian Riel and even Thai Baht is acceptable in many places. Most hotels and many restaurants and shops set their prices in dollars. Small transactions are usually done in Riel. Always carry some small Riel for motorcycle taxis, snacks, beggars and other small purchases. Travel
Cambodia has international airports at Phnom Penh and Siem Reap.These airports connects with mainland China, Hongkong, Bangkok, Koera, Taiwan, Vietnam,Singapore and Malaysia. There are flights connecting flights from Delhi , Mumbai , Bangalore and other cities. The average fare starts from INR 35000.
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GOLD COAST - AUSTRALIA
ustralia’s Gold Coast is located in the south-east corner of Queensland, Australia - 80km south of State capital Brisbane. You name it…..and Gold Coast has it!!! Yes Gold Coast, Australia is a perfect destination whether it’s a family holiday, Beach Park, golf courses, hip bar, great shopping, cafes among the villages along the coast, world class theme parks and iconic beaches for surfing in year round sunshine. The city boasts its 57 kms of coastline where you can indulge in seaside fun with easy access to drinks and ice creams, surfer’s paradise, catch the amazing waves at The Spit or Mermaid beach or just walk along with the locals. Turn away from the beach and pass through World Heritage rainforests Lamington and Springbrook, where you access an ancient volcano and spectacular waterfall amidst incredible beauty and native wildlife. Find water parks, extreme rollercoasters and favourite movie characters at the Gold Coast theme parks. Splash down at Wet’n’Wild, frolic with dolphins at Sea World or head to Dreamworld and experience its Big Eight thrill rides. Getting closer to the Rainforest on the Tree Top Walkway you can see the nature from a different angle which spans nine suspension bridges, puts you right in the midst of the canopy, where you’ll be surrounded by birds, flowers and – once you reach the 30m-high Observation Deck – the sky. The Walkway is free, and requires some climbing. While getting into the water for Sports and Fun on the Gold Coast one can ride jet skis on an exhilarating coastal tour. You can also learn to paddleboard or surf at one of the many great schools along the coast and experience turtles, stingrays and seahorses as you dive. Other must to do list consist of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Live Entertainment at Jupiters Casino, Draculas Cabaret, Skypoint Observation Deck at Q1,Ripley's Believe It Or Not!
Picture Courtesy: Gold Coast Tourism, Australia
Express Info Currency :1AUD ( Australian Dollar ) = 48 .65 INR Travel
Qantas, Singapore , Ethiad, Malaysian, Thai Airways, Air India fly from Delhi and Mumbai with one or 2 stop over with fares starting from 75000 INR.
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INGREDIENTS
Thai Lamb Massaman Curry
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½ kg lamb shoulder cut into cubes or pieces 400 ml lamb stock 80gms diced onion 3 bay leaves 1-2 potatoes, cut into chunks 2 whole star anise 20 gm fresh basil
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Chef Vipul, a Professional in Industry with over 11 years of experience in India and abroad, specializes in South East Asian and Modern Continental Cuisine. Currently, he is inspiring and nurturing young chefs as a Chef Trainer at IHM PUSA New Delhi.
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30 gms Ginger 4-5 cloves garlic 1 no lemongrass minced 2 no red chili fresh 30 gm cashewnuts 1 tsp. ground coriander 1 tsp. whole cumin 1/2 tsp. white pepper 1 tsp. turmeric 1/8 tsp. cardamon 1 tsp. tamarind 1 Tbsp. brown sugar 3/4 tsp. shrimp paste 2 Tbsp. fish sauce 400 ml coconut milk
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1. Sear meat pieces using little oil .Add onion and bay leaves and fresh lemongrass. Bring to a boil then reduce to low, until you get a nice simmer. Cover or partially-cover with a lid and simmer 40 to 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meat is tender or near-tender 2. Add all 'curry sauce' ingredients, stirring with each addition. Also add the potatoes and whole star anise. Return to a boil, then continue simmering 30 more minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally. 3. Add more fish sauce for increased flavor/saltiness or more chili if you want it spicier. If too sour, add a little more sugar. If too salty or sweet for your taste, add a touch more tamarind or lime juice. If too spicy, add more coconut milk. 4. Transfer to a serving bowl or plate up on individual plates. Top with a few more cashews and fresh basil or coriander leaves. Serve with Thai jasmine rice. Tip: Vegetables like beans, tomatoes, baby corn may be incorporated in the curry to add more value
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Seychelles islands welcomes the world for the 5th edition of International Carnival de Victoria Air Seychelles Carnaval Offer BUY 1 GET 1 FREE
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he 5th edition of the Seychelles International Carnival of Victoria will be held between 24th and 26th April, when it will once again become a focal point for representatives from the world’s most famous carnivals invited to the islands to take part in this exciting international event. Promising to earn much international as well as local attention, the Seychelles International Carnival of Victoria will live up to its epithet ‘carnival of carnivals’ for the way it showcases participants’ national carnivals, as well as a raft of other carnival-dedicated activities. Air Seychelles and Etihad Airways have introduced a special carnival offer, ‘Buy 1 get 1 free’, when purchasing any class of airline ticket to the Seychelles Carnival International de Victoria. Commenting on this Mr. Alain St.Ange, Minister of Tourism and Culture, Seychelles said, “Victoria, the charming capital of Seychelles, is ready to dress up and dance to the rhythm of the carnival, living upto its status as the city which
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epitomises confluence of cultures. This year too we will be welcoming troops from all parts of the world including Brazil, UK, Germany, India and many more. Culture is in our DNA and we never shy away from showcasing it for promoting our country in the world of tourism.” When the Seychelles Islands were first settled, it was by a blend of varied ethnicities possessing different customs and ways of life. Throughout its history and down to this very day, Seychelles has been a melting pot of peoples from the four corners of the earth who have each contributed their particular thread to the fabric of this vibrant society, adding to it and being, themselves, subtly transformed in return. One cannot anticipate a more fitting backdrop for an international event promoting the fusion of cultures from across the globe.
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FUNtastic Fiestas Songkran - Thailand
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lanning a trip to Phuket during April? Then you’re in for a big surprise if you’re there from April 13 – 15. This is the time of the Thai celebration of New Year, Songkran, the event that marks the beginning of the solar calendar. For some, it’s a period of reflection and carrying out of familial shows of respect to elders. But for others (in fact for most people) it’s a perfect excuse to get merry, hit the streets and throw tons of water around at anything that moves out there. Small children delight in equipping themselves with water guns and spraying anyone who comes in their path, no one is exempt! Remember this date when you are in Patong and leave your cameras and anything likely to suffer water damage behind in your hotel room, because of all the water flying around. This year the festival will be held on 13th April.
Tulips Festival – Jammu Kashmir, India
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ulip festival is held annually in the month of April when tulips are in full bloom. The garden looks like a silken carpet of bright colored sprawling tulips. Nearly 60 varieties of beautiful and vibrant tulips grow in this garden spread over 5 hectors of land. Tulips remain in bloom just for 15- 20 days depending upon the temperature. The scene is simply charismatic with floral charm. The view remains in the memory of the visitor forever. Cultural programs, Kashmiri folk songs, sale of local handicrafts, and preparation of traditional cuisine forms an eminent part of the entertainment of visitors during the festival. Every year the festival is held during the first two weeks of April at Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, Srinagar. This year important dates are 12th -14th April 2015.
Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival – California
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he Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival organized by Golden voice is held at the Empire Polo Fields in Indio, California. The event features many genres of music including alternative rock, hip hop, electronic music as well as large sculptural art. One should buy the pass in advance to be a part of the festival. The event has several stages and tents set-up throughout the grounds, each playing live music continuously. This year the festival will be held from April 10 to April 19 2015.
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New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival - Louisiana
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he New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, often known as Jazz Fest, is an annual celebration of the music and culture of New Orleans in Louisiana. Use of the term “Jazz Fest” can also include the days surrounding the Festival and the many shows at unaffiliated New Orleans nightclubs scheduled during the Festival event weekends. Featuring an endless amount of music, succulent local and regional delicacies, oneof-a-kind handmade arts and crafts, second line parades and so much more, there is something for everyone at Jazz Fest! This year the festival will be held from April 24 to May 3.
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head of International Women’s Day, HolidayIQ, India’s largest travel community, conducted a survey among 20,000 women across the country to understand if what women thought India was a safe destination to travel.
King’s Day- Amsterdam
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ing's Day (formerly Queen's Day) festivities invite locals and visitors alike to soak up Amsterdam's open-air fun. In the streets, canals, parks and everywhere in between, the city is bursting with orange as Amsterdammers enjoy the biggest street party of the year. As a city built on trade, Amsterdammers love to haggle and bargain. The vrijmarkt (literally ‘free market’) gives everyone and their mum the chance to sell their second-hand things on the streets and parks of Amsterdam, creating one of the world's largest flea markets.And it’s not only second-hand wares on offer - plenty of food stalls spring up to fuel your bargain hunting frenzy! Aside from children being able to try their hand at trading on King’s Day, there are also plenty more activities taking place across the city for the young and young at heart including face-painting, games and sports events. DJs play parties on public squares, brightly decorated boats fill canals and live music spills onto streets from cafe patios. Never has gridlock traffic been so much fun! On King’s Day, thousands of brightly decorated boats pack the narrow Amsterdam canals. The next best thing to being on one of the boats is watching - and dancing - from one of the many bridges. The King's Day this year will be celebrated on Monday, 27 April 2015.
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“2015 is the seminal year for solo women travellers. We have been tracking a fair rise in this segment in the last four years, but the big spurt to 10%, will be witnessed in 2015 for the first time. This jump will significantly alter the tourism in India, just as the rise of couple travellers over the last decade did by giving rise to the concept of weekend getaways and jungle lodges across India. Perhaps, women-friendly concept hotels and specialized holiday packages will surface. Meanwhile, the tourism industry must note, when women plan a holiday, they spend 15 % more than men. Not wanting travel to be an extension of the family, independence and the exposure that comes with it, has led to the rise of the solo woman traveller” says Hari Nair, Founder & CEO, HolidayIQ,
Tips from HolidayIQ for women travellers Carry out thorough research, use apps for navigation/ maps. Make sure phone has charge. Keep a couple of friends posted on whereabouts. Carry cash & contact details of hotel. Try to blend in. Be confident, don’t shy from asking for help. Be wary, not unfriendly. Trust your intuition, but do your homework. Keep to yourself, but stick with the crowds.
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