Happy Flying! //Air Costa Inflight Magazine// December, 2014 by Air Costa

VOL 1 • NO. 7 • DECEMBER 2014

tirupati abode of the Gods…

STAR TRAVEL

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INDULGE

India’s Top Five Luxury Suites

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CONTENTS

The Tirupati Itinerary

On the cover: Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Tirupati © Dinodia Photo Library

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Calendar What’s Happening Around India This Month.

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Shop Stop Your Must-Haves This Month!

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The Buzz All The Latest Travel And Hospitality News.

Suite Dreams! Our Selection Of Five Fabulous Suites.

Fashion Watch The Latest Fashion Trends Straight Off The Ramp.

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Star Travel With Shahid Kapoor, Lisa Haydon, Nargis Fakhri And Other Bollywood Hotties!

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Photo Essay Door And Windows Across India That Have Oodles Of Character!

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This Month’s New Releases. Horoscope What The Stars Have In Store For You This Month.

Through The Eyes Of A Cartoonist.

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Kids Corner Aesop’s Fables, Fun Trivia And More…

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Dear Happy Flyer, As the winter vacations and year-end festivities begin, Air Costa is all geared up to welcome you onboard and fly you to destinations of your choice. We would love to make your vacation, hassle-free and memorable by enabling you to book your stay and travel, together, at a discounted price through our new ‘Flight + Hotel’ option. Also, all our international guests travelling this festive season can now avail international baggage allowance while travelling with us within 24 hours of their international travel. In our continuing efforts to provide you with an increasing range of services, I am pleased to share with you our recently formulated association with Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC). With this association, very soon our guests will be able to book a “1-day Darshan Package” that includes return flight tickets, hotel stay and assured same day darshan of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala, Tirupati. Packages will be made available from Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada to our guests.

With our association with APTDC, very soon our guests will be able to book a “1-day Darshan Package” that includes return flight tickets, hotel stay and assured same day darshan of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala, Tirupati.

I am equally delighted to share with you that we have recently signed an agreement with VietJet, the leading airline of Vietnam, for exploring strategic partnership. And I am confident that this would augment our strength and help us set new benchmarks in service quality. I would also like to share with you that Air Costa has signed a definitive agreement with MTU Maintenance BB, Germany for maintenance, repair and overhaul services of CF34 engines of our entire Embraer fleet. To add a little extra taste to your travel, we have now included delectable dishes to our existing vegetarian and non-vegetarian menu. You can now savour your choicest meal on-board including continental style, healthy meals, and special meals etc. So don’t forget to pre-book your meal while booking your tickets on our website www.aircosta.in In this issue of Happy Flying, we throw the spotlight on mystical Tirupati, where spirituality and culture make for a very fulfilling pilgrimage destination. I hope you get inspired to get on an Air Costa flight and pay a visit to the holy city on your next vacation! In the spirit of Children’s Day, Air Costa celebrated the occasion by gifting specially designed goodies along with chocolates to all our little flyers. It is my pledge to make your flying experience with us enjoyable and memorable. On behalf of the Air Costa family, I thank you for your continued patronage through an eventful and memorable 2014. I wish you and your family a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year 2015 ahead.

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Events around India

this month 6-7 DECEMBER

ABC Farms’ Cheese Festival ABC FARMS, PUNE

Every year, India’s leading artisanal cheese producers ABC Farms host a Cheese Festival in Pune in the month of November or December. This year it will be held on the 6th and 7th December 2014. Here, they showcase all their cheese and have a large variety of cheese on their cheeseboard for

27-29 DECEMBER

Sunburn Goa 2014 VAGATOR, GOA

Get ready as Sunburn unleashes plans for its 8th year, bringing the biggest and most sought-after UNTILL 4 JANUARY

Exposition of St. Francis Xavier BOM JESUS BASILICA, OLD GOA

The body of St Francis Xavier which miraculously defied the laws of nature, of turning into dust, lies till this day in a silver casket in the Church of Bom Jesus Basilica in Old Goa. Ceremonies to honour his death are performed on December 3rd,

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all to sample and buy. Every year, for the festival ABS Farms comes up with some new and innovative varieties of cheese. To name a few from the past—cheese flavoured

in wine, chocolate cheese, coffee cheese and cranberry cheese. This year, they plan on showcasing their very unique and bizarre dragon fruit cheese!

names in electronic music to Goa. Last year, The 7th season saw ecstatic crowds entertained by superstar DJs including Tiesto, Hardwell, Afrojack, Swedish House Mafia, Nicky Romero and Avicii,

smashing dance floor anthems across seven monolithic arenas at one of the world’s most coveted holiday destinations. Held in late December, Sunburn Goa acts as the perfect haven for those hoping to escape cooler climates and fully immerse themselves in world-class electronic music. Not only does Sunburn provide the perfect soundtrack to round-off the year, but festival goers can also let loose with a range of adrenaline powered activities such as bungee jumping, volleyball and zorbing, offering the ultimate holiday experience.

all over the World, the day he was buried. The exposition of the sacred relics of St. Francis Xavier which is held every ten years is currently being held until the 4th of January 2015, which will be the 17th public Exposition of the Sacred Relics of the Saint. The theme for this Exposition is “Faith Creates Communion, Strengthens Family, Commissions to Renew the Society!”

MID DECEMBER TO MID JANUARY

Chennai Music Festival

MUSIC HALLS ALL OVER CHENNAI

This hugely popular and much

anticipated month long festival, serves up a plethora of traditional South Indian Carnatic music, dance, and other arts. Over 1,000

performances take place during the festival, along with music related seminars, discussions, and demonstrations. 26-30 DECEMBER

International Odissi Dance Festival RABINDRA MANDAP, BHUBANESHWAR

The International Odissi Dance Festival takes place each year to gather dancers from across the world and showcase the developments in the Odissi dance form to people. Hundreds of dancers and musicians perform at the festival. This includes veteran, established, senior and talented Odissi dancers. UNTILL 31 DECEMBER

Cochin (Kochi) Carnival FORT KOCHI, KERALA

The colourful Cochin Carnival evolved from Portuguese New Year celebrations held in Cochin during colonial days. Rather than being a traditional cultural event, it’s more about feasting and fun, with competitions, games, beach sports, dirt bike races, dancing, and fireworks. The carnival concludes with a huge procession on New Year’s Day. 29-31 DECEMBER

Mt. Abu Winter Festival MT. ABU, RAJASTHAN

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This may come as a surprise to many, but Rajasthan isn’t all desert! The cool, green hill settlement of Mt. Abu is like an oasis, full of flourishing rivers, lakes, waterfalls, and forests. It becomes vibrant during the annual Winter Festival (a Summer Festival is also held there in May each year), which captures the spirit of Rajasthani tribal life and culture. Enjoy ceremonial processions, folk performances, fireworks, and competitions such as skating races, boat races, horse races, and tugof-war.

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SHOP STOP

Your must-haves

this month! Carl F. Bucherer’s Manero ChronoPerpetual limited edition watch

Gucci’s Special Edition Icon Bags

Gucci recently introduced their Special Edition Icon Bags, a distinctive interpretation of the house’s New Bamboo Bag and New Jackie Bag. Creative Director Frida Giannini has taken two of the house’s best-loved styles and imagined them in bright, multi-coloured ethnic-inspired versions in innovative materials for Cruise 2015. Showcasing the exquisite Florentine craftsmanship that is a signature of Gucci’s handbags, these new models show how heritage can combine with imaginative innovation to create pieces that epitomise contemporary luxury. Incorporating python, straw, leather, handmade beaded tassels and cotton yarns, these dramatic and eye-catching styles come in bright colours evocative of the resort season. Each bag is part of a limited edition and features a metal plate inside that gives its number, making it eminently collectible. Striking, modern and bold, the Special Edition Icon Bags show how attention to detail and superior design give way to a surprising, fresh and extremely desirable handbag. The new Special Edition Icon Bags are a genuine expression of global style, filtered through the lens of ‘Made in Italy’ craftsmanship, and perfectly express the uncompromising commitment to quality and luxury for which Gucci is renowned.

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For all lovers of this traditional masterpiece of the watchmaker’s art, Carl F. Bucherer now presents a limited edition of the Manero ChronoPerpetual featuring a unique combination of chronograph and perpetual calendar. The Manero ChronoPerpetual is a true wonder of the art of watchmaking, with a perpetual calendar date display at 12 o’clock, day of the week at 6 o’clock, month and leap year at 9 o’clock, and moon phase at 3 o’clock – all of which do not require correction. The functional module specially developed for Carl F. Bucherer also features a precision chronograph with the popular flyback function. A tachymeter scale on the bezel completes the range of practical functionalities for which Carl F. Bucherer is famous. A movement from Vaucher Manufacture, which features a contemporary design in the distinctive style of the Lucerne watch brand.

Perfect Diagold adornments for this party season

Jazz up this party season, as Diagold unveils ‘Euphoria’- the collection of contemporary style jewellery pieces. The pieces are designed with perfection and signify the ultra modern women. With a combination of quirkiness and opulence, the collection has an entire range of gorgeous neckpieces, earrings and cocktail rings. The soul of the collection is precious and semi precious stones used like sapphire, yellow and black diamonds, corals and turquoise etc that makes it pure elegant. Commenting on the collection Ms. Varda Goenka, owner and designer at Diagold Jewels said, “The collection is completely inspired by the charm and effervescence of the celebration season. And in this season of cheer and joy, our collection will make you a head turner of the evening.”

Festive hampers by NYASSA

Corneliani’s homage to royalty and luxury

Put your best foot forward with Corneliani, the brand which symbolises elegance, class, status and lifestyle that is distinctly majestic and opulent. The Italian luxury men’s wear brand presents a sophisticated collection of shoes from the latest A/W’ 14 range which is crafted with clean designs and style to enhance and complement a gentleman’s look. The shoes are designed with such artistic ability which would complement all occasions, from an über cool outing trip with friends to a formal wine and cheese evening. Corneliani’s exquisite footwear collection is sure to add a dash of style and class to your persona. Corneliani’s top-of-theline beautifully welted wing tip laced ankle boots seamlessly blends style and performance with high-quality materials and finishes. On the other hand, the velvet loafers will put you in a relaxed mood while on a holiday. The suede desert boot and brushed calfskin walking boots with contrasting colours make the collection a musthave for this party season.

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Who doesn’t love the festive season? The season to celebrate, togetherness and gifting! The toughest question we all struggle with every festive season is, ‘What to gift?’ No one wants to pick expensive gifts that will only get passed on by the receiver because he/she has no use for it. That’s heartbreaking! Nyassa has come up with the very best gift hampers comprising an exotic new range of their supremely popular bath and body products. A basket so mesmerising, that you will hope somebody gifts them to you as well! The Alphonso Bath Set includes an Alphonso shower gel, soap, hand wash, hand cream and body butter at R2,800. The Under the Ocean Bath Set also includes shower gel, soap, hand wash, hand cream and bath salt at R2,600.

Bow fetish: Mirari’s topical treat!

Surprises are inevitable when it comes to Mirari. This party season the premium jewellery brand unveils Topical Treat. This collection is an exclusive assortment of modern day classic knots to suit the exclusive needs of today’s 20th century woman with an international taste. Crafted with the perfect ratio of metals, brilliant cut diamonds and precious gemstones, these jewel pieces reflect cutting edge contemporary designer wear. In the era of versatility, the label flaunts jewel styles incorporating the demands and desires of the modern woman.

D’décor’s first flagship store in Mumbai

D’Decor, the home couture destination, unveiled its first flagship store: The D’Decor Store in Bandra, Mumbai India. Spread across 4,000 sq. ft., the new D’Decor store defines the future of interiors and identifies upcoming décor trends. The luxury experience is unparalleled and caters to the modern customer—a wide assortment of designs, personalised service, and a vibrant, contemporary ambiance. Ernesto Bedmar, an international architect based out of Singapore has intricately added a European touch with a New York loft-esque surrounding, to the interiors of the store that has natural concrete flooring with wooden ceiling. Special diffused lighting and Barrisol walls add an urban and subtle edge to the store. Interactive display systems, such as a 14 feet high display units of different upholstery and curtain fabrics at the store, makes it easier for the customers to imagine and experiment with varied colour combinations. The store has a plush bedding display as well as an innovative wallpaper display, where the wallpapers are wrapped over small drums and are exhibited on a wall. The signages of the store are prepared in metal on a metal backing with lighting giving a warm and relaxed feeling when they are illuminated at night.

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Pallavi Jaikishan presents an exquisite home line

Veteran fashion designer Pallavi Jaikishan launched her new lifestyle label Pallavi Jaikishan Home. These breathtaking pieces have been sourced from the world over... whether it is Cliniancourt Paris or Chatuchak in Thailand! These markets have been a great source of inspiration for Pallavi. This beautiful home collection that is perfect for festive buying and gifting. The Pallavi Jaikishan Home Line is part created and part curated; it has commissioned pieces of tapestry from France and Belgium. Also wall hangings: some woven, some painted and embroidered! A line of embroidered and quilted bedspreads and a vast variety of cushions have been designed by Pallavi. A truly stunning collection of objects d’art, which would make ideals gifts! There are also small wooden items like antique wood letter holder from Aspreys and host of other interesting things that would make the most memorable gifts this season.

Anokkhi’s new diamond and Jadau collection

Anokkhi, as the name fittingly suggests, fashions some of the most alluring, emblematic, and yet unmatched pieces of jewellery in the country. The pieces are crafted with a touch of royalty. Some of the designs distinctly stand out with inimitable aspects from different parts of the world. The Jadau pieces (traditional Indian bridal pieces, fashioned out of gold, and uncut diamonds giving a magnificent, yet rustic edge to the piece) are eye-catching indeed. Some of the bangles and earring witness the eclectic rendezvous of the east and west, giving impetus to the newly emergent fusion trend to their jewellery collection. Coloured stones take on the form of the revered ‘Buddha’ making its way into a diamond studded chain forming a mystifying neck-piece. Brilliant rubies and emeralds find their way into a collection that is richly smattered with polished diamonds and fitted in gold.

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‘Shirt Up’ by Rena Love

Rena Love unveils the new trend to embrace the season’s glamour. The Shirt Up collection by Rena Love is an exclusive assortment of meticulous printed shirts that are designed to spruce up the look. Being a new arrival in the fashion circuit, Rena Love has surprised the fashion pundits with its magnificent collection and has yet again magnified glamour with this new creation. Getting the perfect look is a universal desire. At Rena, fashion has overcome the obstacle of age and time. The shirts picked and sorted in this collection are woven on natural cotton flare, with the most innovative ideas on print. The colour palette is young yet subtle and is a perfect pick for the professional as well as casual meetings. The brand is known for its quality fabrics and aristocratic designs that play a pivotal role.

The Buzz

What’s Hot in the World of

Travel and Hospitality

Brewbot gets brewing! Mumbai’s most favourite party hotspot, Andheri west, recently saw the launch of one more brew pub, “Brewbot”. This state of the art microbrewery offers the best artisanal craft beer in India, brewed from scratch at the restaurant right before its guests. The interior of Brewbot is designed in a hip but industrial fashion using warm and welcoming tones with

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accents of grunge expressed through rugged metal works. With factory elements and moving installations in the pub, Brewbot is all set to enhance the customer experience. The star attraction of the interior, however is the brewing equipment itself that is strategically placed in front of the house for viewing pleasure. Beer education in the form of guest tours around the brewery conducted by the

specialised staff members will be a regular practice here. The space has been designed by the Busride design studio and has been designed as a singular space with multiple attractions. The ground floor has been divided into two areas, an outdoor area to facilitate an al fresco style seating open to the sky, in addition to which the rest of the area shall act as the main bar and dining area.

Gangsta’s – Café and Bar, Mumbai’s newest hot spot A pulsating underground restobar with a nonchalant cool-meets-bold quotient to it, Gangsta’s – Café and Bar is the latest spot in suburban Mumbai that promises great Indo-Mediterranean food and an even greater ambience. The intermingling of old carved rustic walls with mafia inspired quotes along with rugged art installations of metal chain chandeliers give it a grungy, almost bordering on scruffy ghetto vibe. But elements like the VIP and fine dining section called “Boss’s” on the second level elevate it many notches higher, both literally and otherwise! Mediterranean dishes like the pizza-esque laffa taftoon, the delightful Syrian couscous, and the mantar dolmasi are blithe companions to their Indian counterparts like the mustard-redolent sarso mahi tikka and the dahi ke kebab. Quirky cocktails like the “bull homage-paying” trio of the

sexy bull, bull on the beach and Long Island ice bull pack a mighty punch, while other foodie innovations like the panko crusted fried camembert with raspberry and the blini topped with egg, caviar and cheese wow you silent.

Divin-e-licious by The Cupcake Girls Divin-e-licious, launched in 2008 is the brainchild of sisters Gayatri and Anushka Kakkar. It is the first 100 per cent vegetarian luxury bakery

in the New Delhi, specialising in premium quality cupcakes, cakes, desserts, chocolates, brownies, dessert jars and more. Divin-e-licious is all about bringing the old fashioned charm of super

moist cakes layered with perfectly melt-in-your-mouth frosting and then presenting it with elegance and style. Their goodies are baked with love using the finest of ingredients procured from all around the world to create that perfect bite of joy. Their desserts not only cater to the people who avoid eggs for various reasons, but also to anyone who wants pure indulgence to tantalise their taste buds. The brand focuses to deliver treats that are eggless and pure and yet taste delicious, and hence the outfit is aptly named Divin-e-licious. It was barely a month old when they received their first order from none other than Cartier—the World’s leading luxury brand! HAPPY FLYING! / DECEMBER 2014

The Infiniti ready to kick off season-2 India’s pioneering liveaboard vessel, the Infiniti is ready to kick off its second season of incredible adventures in the Andaman Islands. The first trip of the season took place in November and there will be regular trips until May 2015. Special highlights of the second season include exclusive diving at remote

islands such as Barren Island which hosts the only active volcano in South Asia. The waters surrounding Barren are legendary for incredible diving including crystal clear visibility, Manta Rays, lush coral gardens, unique stone formations. The trip also includes wreck diving at Inket Wreck, a Japanese ship that sank in the Andaman Islands during WWII and is now encrusted with beautiful

coral, providing a habitat to diverse marine life. The Infiniti will do dive trips ranging from five nights to nine nights. The experience has been designed to be exclusive and intimate with only a maximum of 12 passengers on each journey. Rates for dive packages start at s89,999 per person for a five night trip and go up to s2,10,000 depending on itinerary, duration and season.

Monkey Bar Checks Into Delhi’s Heart—Connaught Place It’s fun, it’s quirky, it’s inspired by New York, yet unabashedly Indian and it now checks into Delhi’s heart –

Connaught Place! Get ready to party folks—Monkey Bar is here in CP! While its the second one, for Delhi, after it took Vasant Kunj by storm, last year, Monkey Bar CP, brings the essence of a pub

backed by excellent food and service—all at accessible prices. As the iconic centre of the city gets revamped with swanky restaurants, bars and shops, Monkey Bar leads the trend to bring the mojo back into the pulsating heart of Delhi. While the space evokes the relaxed ‘Monkey vibe’, it is the food and drinks that offer a twist in the tale or, shall we say, circle? Expect Monkey Bar, CP to serve up the Indian version of a gastro-pub, offering an awesome food and drinks menu. From a fabulous selection of small plates, soul satisfying main courses and refreshingly different cocktails served in jars and copper tumblers, to decadent desserts, the emphasis is on fresh, innovative and affordable, in a cool laidback vibe.

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Nordic Kandie’s gourmet marzipan store now open The luxurious brand of gourmet marzipan Nordic Kandie Magic has opened doors to its flagship store in Mumbai’s tony Peddar Road area and is welcoming you all in! Set in the heart of the city, this artisanal product is the labour of love of Estonian expatriate, Thea Tammeleht. Made from a traditional family recipe, the marzipan from Nordic Kandie is one of its kind. A combination of hand-picked Iranian mamra almonds and the finest Belgian chocolate, these kandies come in 16 unique flavours like rose, cardamom, raspberry, lemon, peanut butter and nutmeg. Try their ultra luxury line of edible gold and silver kandies, which come with a TÜV Certificate. It’s just like buying jewellery!

JW Marriott Mumbai introduces oyster Sunday brunch The JW Marriott Mumbai brings forth yet another exceptional offering for its guests on the culinary front, with Oysters being served as part of their Sunday Brunch at Lotus Cafe. The Sunday Brunch at Lotus Cafe has been a haven for foodies in the city and one of the most preferred brunch options

with its innovative menu and impeccable service. As part of an exclusive offering for its Sunday Brunch, Lotus Cafe will now serve oysters throughout this month. Elaborating on this promotion, Himanshu Taneja, Executive Chef, JW Marriott Mumbai, says, “Oysters are a rare delicacy which are not available easily at hotels and restaurants in the city. The Sunday Brunch at Lotus Cafe will serve exclusively

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sourced oysters with traditional accompaniments for our guests to enjoy an authentic experience.” A variety of West coast, Atlantic and Pacific oysters will be served as a part of the cold meats station. They will be served and eaten raw, complemented with traditional accompaniments like lemon, tequila cocktail sauce, vodka sauce, shallots soaked in red wine and parsley amongst others.

THE ITINERARY

Closer to Heaven...

The Temple of Kapila Theertham is the only temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in over a 50 mile radius of Tirupati and Tirumala that abound with Vaishnavait temples. This huge temple stands at the entrance to a mountain cave in one of the steep and vertical faces at the foot of the amazing hills of Tirumala, where the waters of the mountain stream Paapa Vinasanam cascade as a huge waterfall. Located in the heart of Tirumala, the S.V. Museum, also known as Sri Venkateshwara Museum, is housed in a beautiful temple complex. Besides being a wonderful repository of historical artefacts, such as ancient weaponry, pooja items and idols, the museum also boasts of a meditation centre for people looking for tranquillity and peace.

Huzur Office Road is not just famous for its genuine, handcrafted textiles, but is also a platform for local weavers to flourish and sustain the craft of hand-weaving. Speaking of weaving, the villages near Tirupati—particularly Ekambrakuppam and Narayanavanam (around 48 kms away)—are famous for the weaving and exporting of cotton dress materials.

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Not only is Tirupati a major pilgrimage and cultural city, but it is also a place of serene bliss. Raul Dias tells you more about one of India’s most sacred spots! SEE & DO

(above) the Venkateswara Swamy Temple; Tirumala hills

There is no doubt that the number one trump card of Tirupati is its vast array of temples to pay obeisance at. And the most prominent and venerated of them all is the Venkateswara Swamy Temple located about 20 kms North West of Tirupati in the Tirumala hills at an elevation of 853 metres. The temple is on Venkatadri, the seventh peak of the Tirumala hills, and is also known as the ‘Temple

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of Seven Hills’. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Venkateswara (also known as Lord Balaji), an incarnation of Lord Vishnu and the temple has the distinction of being the most-visited place of worship in the world. The temple is visited by about 50,000 to 100,000 pilgrims daily (30 to 40 million people annually on average), while on special occasions and festivals, like the annual Brahmotsavam, the

number of pilgrims shoots up to 500,000! The other popular temples here are the Sri Kodandaramaswamy Temple that is dedicated to Sri Rama, the Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple and the Sri Kapileswaraswami temple located at about 3 km from Tirupati Railway station.

While it may not have the huge malls of Hyderabad or the silk saree shops of Chennai, shopping for idols and home temple artefacts is definitely big business in Tirupati. The Lepakshi Emporium in Tirumala is a treasure trove of localy made handicrafts like statues, lamps, Tanjore paintings and other religious ornaments and decorative elements. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD—the administrating body of the temple) shop is a great place to pick up books and periodicals based on the Hindu religion. They also stock CDs and cassettes of the Vedas, Sanskritanas and Pravachanams. The APCO Handloom House on Old

and must have when in Tirupati is the delicious prasad! Made in the form of a laddoo, the prasad is a delicious concoction of gram flour, ghee, cardamom, raisins and cashew nuts. But make sure you get yours from the Venkateswara Swamy Temple itself. In fact, TTD is planning to patent the Tirupati laddoo to stop counterfeit versions that are available all over the holy city.

Although it’s considered auspicious to eat at the temple, there are many eateries located all over Tirupati and Tirumala. In the temples, food is served on banana leaves and a variety is available with the most popular being the ‘sweet rice’. Other than that, there are many stalls and restaurants offering strictly vegetarian Andhra and other South Indian cuisines. Some of the popular restaurants in Tirupati include: Manasa Restaurant, Palace Café, Pongali Restaurant, Andhra Spice, Sindhu Fast Food Center and Deepam Food Plaza. And for those who wish to brave the serpentine queues, the reward at the end are great tasting wholesome meals that are provided free of cost to all devotees at the TTD’s Annadanam Complex near the temple from 9.00am to 11.00pm every day. But the piece de resistance

There is no dearth of good quality accommodation in Tirupati. Hotels like Grand World, Kalyan Residency, Sindhuri Park Hotel and PLR Grand offer comfortable rooms along with facilities like laundry and internet. Alternately, the folks at TTD have made it their mission to ensure that comfortable accommodation is provided to pilgrims at a reasonable cost. It has constructed over 7,512 cottages and guest houses in both at Tirupati and Tirumala. Besides these, there are also several large choultries with free rooms for families to stay in reasonable comfort provided by TTD. Electricity and water are provided free of charge. For free accommodation, pilgrims may contact the Central Reception Office, near the bus stand in Tirumala.

We link Tirupati with Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam! For flight schedules, please refer to the ‘Flight Schedule’ pages at the end of this magazine.

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GRAND PRESIDENTIAL SUITE TAJ FALAKNUMA PALACE, HYDERABAD

At the Taj Falakhnuma Palace’s Grand Presidential Suite you will be forced to step back in time and relive the moments when the Nizams courted their Begums in royal grandeur and style. This suite has been designed with special inputs from Princess Esra of the Hyderabad royal family herself with rich tapestries specially made in Turkey and hand painted walls that mirror the royal touch. Portraits of three generations of Nizams hang on the walls along with glistening chandeliers that cast a soft glow over you. The room is filled with antique furniture picked up from the Nizam’s collection. The room is split up into two levels, the living room in the ground floor and the bedroom in the first floor. The bathroom is a delight with a Jacuzzi for two. But hang on. That’s not all. The suite also comes with a private swimming pool and a garden apt for family breakfasts and dinners. A butler will also be present to meet all your needs 24/7. Now, what more can one ask for? Indian Hotels Company Limited, Engine Bowli, Falaknuma, Hyderabad-500053. Tel: +91 40 66298585

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THE TAJ MAHAL PALACE, MUMBAI Perfect for that New Year’s eve stay, the Rajput Suite truly is The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai’s crown jewel. The suite experience begins when you are picked up in a limousine and directly checked into the suite that has been re-designed recently by David Edwards of James Park Associates, Singapore. Adorned with a charming theme, rich textures and opulent décor, the suite offers a spacious bedroom, living room, dining area and a large bathroom with Italian Satwario marble, rain shower heads and a separate bath tub along with Forest Essential amenities. Along with a personal butler, the price also includes breakfast and high tea in the legendary Sea Lounge, evening cocktail hour and post dinner chocolate and cognac service in The Taj Mahal Palace Lounge and a bottle of imported wine, especially labeled for The Taj Mahal Palace, chocolates, fresh flowers, a fruit basket and a choice of newspapers and magazines. Apollo Bunder, Mumbai -400001. Tel: +91 22 66653366

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THE DELUXE SUITE

THE GATEWAY HOTEL RAMGARH LODGE, JAMWA RAMGARH Built almost a century ago to resemble a Spanish Hacienda, the majestic The Gateway Hotel Ramgarh Lodge in the village of Jamwa Ramgarh is only a mere 40 kilometers away from the hustle and bustle of Jaipur. And one of its 14 ultra-luxurious accommodations for you to indulge yourselves in is the Deluxe Suite. This rather spacious room is designed to look different from the other 13, with plush furnishings and royal memorabilia giving it a sophisticated and elegant countenance. The marble-clad bathroom on the other hand, lends a whimsical art deco touch to the décor and is sumptuous to say the very least!

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Chlorella Seaweed, Absolutes of Mimosa and Rose and Ginkgo Biloba liposomes that enable deep penetration of moisture into the skin. These ingredients stimulate cellular renewal, hydration, elasticity and antioxidant protection. It is a must-have for radiantly beautiful skin, especially during the party season! (www.elemis.com) Embrace a natural face lift Ready to turn your back on the frozen face look? Try nature’s alternative to botox called the Heaven Bee Venom mask. Hailed as ‘the royal face lift’ and ‘absolute organic face lift in a jar’, it has taken the celebrity world by storm. It contains manuka honey, renowned for its soothing properties, and a magic ‘bee venom’ ingredient that works to control the facial muscles for an immediate lifting, tightening, firming and smoothing out of frown lines and wrinkles. Thinking it is under threat the skin is ‘fooled’ into releasing collagen, elastin and cortisone as a natural defence, thus smoothing and tightening the skin all day. It also contains softening and calming shea butter, rose and lavender oils that leave you looking youthful. (www. heavenskincare.com) Note: A patch test is recommended. The product is not suitable for anyone with a bee sting allergy! Revive your body and mind Need a good pick-me-up after a party? Try BioCare

Refresh. This delicious, replenishing vitamin and mineral powder, with a base of natural freeze-dried apricots, is your perfect morning antidote to a heavy night out. Refresh will do exactly as its name suggests – it will refresh your mind, body and energy levels. (www.biocare.co.uk) Glow from within Want a smoother, clearer, more glowing complexion? Try The Ultimate Beauty Collection from Viridian Nutrition, comprising the Ultimate Beauty Complex Capsules, Ultimate Beauty Oil and Ultimate Beauty Topical Skin Repair Oil. • Ultimate Beauty Complex Capsules is a synergistic combination of vitamins, minerals, plant extracts and phytonutrients, which support the structural integrity of healthy skin, hair and nails. These ingredients also support cellular detoxification pathways that help give the skin an extra glow. • Ultimate Beauty Oil is a delicious blend of coldpressed hemp, flax, pumpkin, avocado and evening primrose oil that makes a wonderful internal moisturiser. Mix it into smoothies or salad dressings.

• Ultimate Beauty Topical Skin Repair Oil is a blend of soothing and replenishing organic rose hip seed oil and jojoba. This delicate, nourishing and easily absorbed skin therapy oil can help with the appearance of uneven skin tone. The Ultimate Beauty Collection also includes a 40page Ultimate Beauty booklet with advice and recipes from experts to help boost a youthful glow from within, well into the New Year. (www. viridian-nutrition.com) (Always consult your doctor before changing your diet and carefully read all the supplement instructions.)

With a flourishing private practice on prestigious Harley Street in London, Akcelina Cvijetic is Nutritionist and Life Coach to the royal family, celebrities and business people. HAPPY FLYING! / DECEMBER 2014

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Trend Alert

Get inspired and make a fashion statement with these four simple, yet eye-catching style trends that Miloni Shah picks out for you straight off the runway shows this Fall/Winter season!

VARIED TROUSERS For all the style savvy men who like to keep up with the latest fashion trends, this season designers have introduced several variations of the trouser that can be worn at different occasions.

Ranging from draped dhotis to skinny printed trousers, this season the runway has seen multiple styles and patterns. Keeping it simple, Gaurang Shah and Krishna Mehta showcased flared trousers which one can sport on the

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FURTURISTIC Depicting the trends and silhouettes for the years to come, designers are beginning to explore their creativity and construct garments for the future. Structured ensembles take center stage with unique textures and fabrics that are edgy, yet formal. Varying from dresses to coats and gowns to trousers, Fall/Winter 2014 has seen it all. Showcasing the future sensibilities

designers like Amit Aggarwal, Asa Kazingmei and Anuj Sharma among many others mixed unique cosmic prints with metallic hues and tulle to bring out the sci-fi styled garments that included exaggerated shoulders, mesh capes, high necks and draped pants. Enhancing each look were oversized accessories like headgears, ear and hand cuffs with broad necklaces from designers like Outhouse and Suhani Pittie.

The dhoti suit seems to be the past-meets-future leitmotif in festive menswear this season. If we had the rust brown bandhgala with a cobalt blue piped collar, by SVA collection then designer Anju Modi upped the ante with her interpretation of the dhoti suit that saw a baroque style gold embroidered slate grey jacket and waistcoat combo teamed with a matching grey gold bordered dhoti worn with tan coloured brogues

beach or a casual day out. On the other hand for the men who are courageous to try the bold styles, Aarti Vijay Gupta and Anita Dongre have experimented with printed straight fit trousers and draped pants. HAPPY FLYING! / DECEMBER 2014

PRINTS GALORE Bringing the digital age to the fore, this season, we saw the love for prints blooming in abundance. Splashing the runway with various prints and patterns, designers embraced this grand graphic mash up with a mélange of colours. Silhouettes like cigarette pants, gowns, straight dresses, jumpsuits and even

sarees were seen with prints inspired from nature, Indian miniature paintings and abstract motifs. Showing us how to accentuate different parts of the body, smaller prints were placed cleverly on each outfit. And for the ones who love to make a statement, designers like Dhruv Kapoor, Kristy de Cunha, Yogesh Choudhary and Kallol Datta

used their print patterns all over. As for menswear, prints can be seen in this hitherto ignored segment as well and with a vengeance, might we just add… From the Jackson Pollock-esque whimsical paint splattered prints on suits by Issey Miyake to the geometric prints of SVA and Comme des Garçons, its prints all the way!

FROM PASTEL TO CAMEL This season designers have decided to flaunt the monotone trend with subtle pastel and camel tones. Epitomising timeless elegance this colour trend has created a dominant position in defining the menswear range. The catwalks have seen a variety of silhouettes ranging from traditional wear to western

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wear from designers like Shantanu and Nikhil, Anuj Bhutani and Krishna Mehta as well as accessories. Embracing these tones the fashion forecasters have shown how one can easily incorporate them in their daily wear as well as occasions. Making a sophisticated statement one can also pair them with unique prints and colours.

Apart from being a fashion witer with Happy Flying, Miloni Shah is also creatively inclined towards styling and is the co-founder of an Indian couture brand as well. HAPPY FLYING! / DECEMBER 2014

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PK This comedy-drama family film is directed by Rajkumar Hirani, produced by Rajkumar Hirani, Vidhu Vinod Chopra and Siddharth Roy Kapur and screenplay by Abhijat Joshi, Rajkumar Hirani, Aamir Khan and Sreerag Nambiar. Aamir Khan leads the star cast of this muchanticipated film that releases later this month as part of his annual ‘Christmas gift’ to his fans. Also starring Sanjay Dutt, Anushka Sharma, Sushant Singh Rajput, Boman Irani and Saurabh Shukla appearing in pivotal roles, the film is believed to be about an alien and a prostitute who attempt to change people’s minds about the existence of God. To check the veracity of that alleged story line head out to a cinema hall near you on the 19th of this month.

The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

Action Jackson Never mind if the title gives you a strong sense of déjà vu of the 1988 Hollywood film of the same name, this one is all about our very own brand of home spun Indian masala! Directed by the God of Dance, Prabhudeva and starring Ajay Devgn in the titular role, the

movie also has as part of its cast Sonakshi Sinha, Yami Gautam and Manasvi Mamgai as the female leads and Anand Raj, portraying the main antagonist. An official remake of the Telugu blockbuster Dookudu, this is one flick that is sure to have you rushing to the cinemas when it releases on the 5th of this month!

With a stellar ensemble star cast comprising of Ian McKellen, Benedict Cumberbatch, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom and Evangeline Lilly among others, Academy Award-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson directs The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, the third in a trilogy of films

Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb Directed by Shawn Levy and written by Robert Ben Garant, David Guion, Michael Handelman and Thomas Lennon, this is the sequel to the 2009 film Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian. The film stars Ben Stiller, Robin Williams, Owen Wilson, Dan Stevens and Ben

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adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. This final installment brings to an epic conclusion the adventures of Bilbo Baggins, Thorin Oakenshield and the Company of Dwarves. Having reclaimed their homeland from the Dragon Smaug, the Company has unwittingly unleashed a deadly force into the world. Enraged, Smaug rains his fiery wrath down upon the defenseless men, women and children of Lake-town.

Kingsley. The film is scheduled to be released on December 19, 2014, by 20th Century Fox. It is the third and final installment of the trilogy. It will be Mickey Rooney’s final film and one of Robin Williams’s final films, as both of them died before the film was released. When the magic powers of The Tablet of Ahkmenrah begin to die out, Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) spans the globe, uniting favourite and new characters while embarking on an epic quest to save the magic before it is gone forever. HAPPY FLYING! / DECEMBER 2014

TELUGU

Lingaa Lingaa is an upcoming Telugu action thriller film directed by K. S. Ravikumar, who has also scripted the film in collaboration with the film’s dialogue writer, Pon Kumaran. The film which is a dubbed version of the simultaneously releasing Tamil film of the same name stars Rajinikanth who plays a dual role along with Jagapati Babu, Anushka Shetty and Sonakshi Sinha in the lead roles. The music is by A. R. Rahman, while cinematography is being headed by R. Rathnavelu.

TAMIL

Idhu Namma Aalu This Tamil movie is directed by Pandiraj of Pasanga fame and stars Simbu, Nayantara and Parota Soori. Idhu Namma Aalu meaning ‘she is my girl’ is a romantic film that sees the lead pair Simbu and Nayantara paired opposite each other in a very long time. Interstingly, Simbu’s younger brother Kuralarasan is debuting with this movie as a music director.

MALAYALAM

Double Barrel Also known as Iratta Kuzhal, this upcoming Malayalam comedy thriller film is directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery. The film stars an ensemble cast of Prithviraj Sukumaran, Indrajith Sukumaran, Arya, Swathi Reddy, Rachana Narayanankutty and Isha Sharvani and is jointly produced by Prithviraj,

Santhosh Sivan and Shaji Nadesan under August Cinema and Amen Movie Monastery, a production house supported by Lijo Jose Pellissery. Prashant Pillai is the music director for the film. According to the director, the film is a lighthearted comedy entertainer that is set in Goa. The story of the film was said to be “very much associated with the culture of Goa”.

(Note: Movie release dates are liable to change)

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The Nomads...

They may travel a lot for work, but it is those personal, intimate getaways that these Bollywood stars crave, as Shubarna Mukerji Shu finds out. Lisa Haydon “I am a beach bum, somehow it might have to do with the place I have been born and brought up. I relate to water. You could call it my Australian-South Indian genes but it is a fact that I like Mumbai because of its beaches. Of course, I don’t go swimming here, but knowing that the sea is close, keeps me happy. Broadly, people are supposed to like either mountains or beaches right? For me, it’s not like I hate the other. I love the beauty of nature, I guess. Somehow, nature in all its glory seems to shower unconditional love on one and all.”

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Shahid Kapoor “For us actors, it is frankly very difficult to get up and go outside and have a holiday, in the true sense of the term, in India. For us, it becomes imperative that we go outside India to holiday because you want to let go and not be reported about in the tabloids - before you let your imagination go wild, even if we are not wearing coordinated ensembles or making the right fashion statement on a holiday, it can be held against us. So it is best to do it away from the media glare. I have never had a problem with that, we get to see a lot of beautiful places, but when you look around India you notice there is so much beauty right here… While shooting for Haider, we got to see Kashmir the way perhaps not many people of my generation have seen it. It is raw, harsh but very therapeutic. I remember there was this one day when the traffic was disrupted and nothing was moving, so I decided to just get out of the car and walk back to the hotel, I just didn’t see the sense of being holed up. I put on my music and just walked. The way I connected with Kashmir, its snow… its moods... I don’t think I will ever forget.”

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Nargis Fakhri “For a very long time my only dream was to get out of the place where I was staying. I didn’t know where I wanted to go, what I wanted to do after I got out, but I just needed to get out. Somewhere in the process of getting out of Queens, I realised I had the whole world ahead of me. Thankfully, the kind of profession I was in, travel was pretty much a part of it all. I kept seeing new places, meeting new people… Since I didn’t really have a work-schedule I kind of got used to packing my bag and taking off. There was a time I decided, I would just close my eyes and point somewhere on the globe and go where it

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took me. That’s how I first reached New Zealand! Somehow I always end up talking about this place because it left me feeling untouched and alive over again. I guess it is the air or the fact that there are more cattle there than people, I don’t know what pulled me there. Today life is a lot more scheduled, I don’t have that free will to just disappear at whim, maybe part of me misses that freedom. It is obviously a fact that a job of an actress has totally sapped all the pleasure from travelling… but I wish one day I could go back to being able to just point a finger on the globe and take off.”

Advt. Rahul Bose ”We live in a concrete jungle, so it is of course required to stretch your limits. My travel is related to work and my sports. I am very inclined towards adventure sports. It often takes me to some obscure places of the world and, believe me, it is when you are pitted against nature be it on a boat or on a rope, that you know just where you stand in life. It is amazing the thrill when you just get out of it alive! With your adrenaline

pumping through your veins, it is an exhilarating experience. I mostly travel with my group of friends, people I have met during work and some of my team members (Bose plays rugby) but what is amazing is through the years of travelling and meeting people from all walks of life, I have also managed to keep in touch with some people whom I have met on journeys. I think that really makes for good friendship, bonding over nature!”

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Isha Sharvani “I am a restless soul and somehow, staying in one place for too long isn’t something I can do. While taking off with friends is something everyone likes, I too enjoy it but somehow, once in a while I just like to go away, all alone. I really like landing up in a place which I have not studied, struggling to converse with people, trying different cuisines. Frankly, when you step out in the world and

meet new people you realise that everyone actually just wants to welcome you, give you memories to take back and hoping they will be remembered. I love that experience. Though being a girl, my options are not too wild and pretty much limited to easily accessible places, I love to go on treks alone. Somehow it gives me time to retrospect and, in knowing other random people, I realise I am getting to know myself better. Isn’t that something?”

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Your Forecast For The Month Of December By Manisha Koushik ARIES

CANCER

This is the time to go forth and grasp what had been eluding you previously. You will put in the required efforts on the professional or academic front to reap rich rewards. Your honest intentions on the work front will be lauded by your well-wishers and mentors. Eating right is the key to your good health and will keep you fit and energetic. A new place is likely to be explored by some. Love life will remain satisfying.

You will have the support of someone influential. All the tasks that were stuck up for one reason or the other are likely to be completed. Chance of going abroad on an official tour cannot be ruled out for some. Hosting a party just to meet friends and relatives is possible. Deepening emotional bonds with someone you have a liking for can culminate into a long-term romance. Extra money can tempt you to indulge in a bit of luxury!

Lucky number: 4 Lucky colour: Turquoise

Lucky number: 8 Lucky colour: Electric Grey

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LEO

Total job satisfaction in a new job is indicated for some. You are likely to get a good bargain on something you had been wanting for long. Money will not pose much of a problem, as you are likely to have enough. Keeping a laid back attitude even in stressful situations will help retain peace of mind. Too much work on the professional front may compel you to devote some extra hours. A favour needs to be reciprocated quickly.

It may seem difficult to catch up with others on the academic front. Your willpower may not be enough to keep you focussed on your priorities. A changed diet may not have the desired effect on your shape, so try reducing your diet. Earnings need to be invested wisely or you may end up dissipating them. A wrong initiative taken on the work front may haunt you afterwards. You can be unduly harsh to a family member.

Lucky number: 3 Lucky colour: Violet

Lucky number: 17 Lucky colour: Light Blue

GEMINI

VIRGO

Some adjustments may be required on the academic front. This is the time to let your hair down and enjoy. A pat on the back for a job well done will get you in an upbeat mood. A deal promises to bring you into big money. Those aiming for something expensive will be able to raise a loan with least hassle. An outdoor party can get you happily involved. Sticking to a regular routine will affect your health positively. Lucky number: 11 Lucky colour: Sea Green

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You may need to tend to something of an urgent nature. If you are looking for peace on the home front, you are in luck. Tranquillity pervades the domestic front and gives you the chance to let your hair down. A long-term relationship can culminate in wedding for some. The eligible, too, can get lucky in finding a soul mate. Those shifting residence are assured of better environment and opportunities. A property deal is in the offing. Lucky number: 8 Lucky colour: Dark Green

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LIBRA

Time will fly fast, if you procrastinate on the academic front, so get your act together now. You are likely to swim with the tide on the professional or academic front. But, your burning desire to get ahead is likely to motivate you to put in some extra efforts. You may find yourself in a dilemma on the financial front— to splurge with friends to remain in their circle or save money and become an odd one out. Lucky number: 8 Lucky colour: Electric Grey

SCORPIO

Hyderabad

Jaipur

Tirupati

Visakhapatnam

You may have to tackle a grumpy old timer with tact and patience. Distractions can make you lose your focus at work. This can pose problems for those pursuing a course or undergoing an important training. A lot of encouragement from the family is in store for those wanting to do something different. You can develop feelings for someone, but whether it is love or just infatuation you will need to find out for yourself. Health remains satisfactory. Lucky number: 4 Lucky colour: Red

AQUARIUS

Someone may advise you on something important, so don’t reject it out of hand. You can struggle to keep pace on the work front. Mounting expenses can compel you to search for newer ways of making money. A friend or associate can prove a big help in sharing your official workload. You are likely to become someone’s special, but let that not deter you from your original focus. You are likely to do some fun things with family.

Lucky number: 3 Lucky colour: Rose

Lucky number: 17 Lucky colour: Lavender

SAGITTARIUS

PISCES

This is the time to let go of your past grudges and embrace positivity. Your competence and outgoing nature is likely to draw attention of those who matter to you on the professional front. Excellent bonding with parents will encourage you to share even your personal thoughts and desires. Some of you are likely to enjoy to the hilt all the attention being showered on you on the romantic front. Don’t let up on any networking opportunity.

Someone is likely to accord you a VIP treatment soon, so get set for it! You are generally enjoying life at present and will continue to do so. Those aspiring for scholarship will have no difficulty in achieving their objective. You will have enough to buy a thing that is expensive. Your lover will be at your beck and call, so enjoy the period! You will feel most satisfied with something that you have achieved on the professional front.

Lucky number: 11 Lucky colour: Sea Green

Lucky number: 4 Lucky colour: Electric Grey

DECEMBER 2014 / HAPPY FLYING!

Coimbatore

CAPRICORN

Someone’s unkind comments may cut like a sharp-edged weapon. You may not be satisfied with the new set up at your work station, but there is little you can do about it. Interest and eagerness may have to be shown, if you want to remain on the right side of a superior. You will need to be levelheaded, where finances are concerned to cater for the rainy day. Those unlucky in love should not lose heart, as some positive indications appear!

Bengaluru

destinations from Vijayawada Flights from Vijayawada To

Frequency

Transit*/Transfer**

Dep.

Arr.

Bengaluru Coimbatore Hyderabad Hyderabad Jaipur Tirupati Visakhapatnam Visakhapatnam

Daily Daily Daily Daily Mo, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su Daily Daily Daily

Non Stop Bengaluru** Non Stop Non Stop Bengaluru** Visakhapatnam* Bengaluru** Non Stop

07:15 07:15 07:45 18:45 07:15 12:45 07:15 12:45

08:20 09:30 08:35 19:40 16:35 15:15 12:15 13:35

Bengaluru

Chennai

Coimbatore

Hyderabad

Jaipur

Tirupati

Vijayawada

Visakhapatnam

I L LU S T R AT I O N S

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Kids

CORNER

Aesop’s Fables

Trivia Time!!

(Translated by George Fyler Townsend)

The hottest continent on earth is Africa, where a record high of 136.4 degrees F was once recorded.

The Raven and the Swan A raven saw a swan and desired to secure for himself the same beautiful plumage. Supposing that the swan’s splendid white colour arose from his washing in the water in which he swam, the raven left the altars in the neighbourhood where he picked up his living, and took up residence in the lakes and pools. But cleansing his feathers as often as he would, he could not change their colour, while through want of food he perished. Lesson: Change of habit cannot alter nature.

The Sick Lion A lion, unable from old age and infirmities to provide himself with food by force, resolved to do so by artifice. He returned to his den, and lying down there, pretended to be sick, taking care that his sickness should be publicly known. The beasts expressed their sorrow, and came one by one to his den, where the lion devoured them. After many of the beasts had thus disappeared, the fox discovered the trick and presenting himself to the lion, stood on the outside of the cave, at a respectful distance, and asked him how he was. “I am very ill,” replied the lion, “but why do you stand there and speak? Pray enter within to talk with me.” “No, thank you,” said the fox. “I notice that there are many prints of feet entering your cave, but I see no trace of any returning.” Lesson: He is wise who is warned by the misfortunes of others.

The Bees and the Honey-Pot A number of bees were attracted to a jar of honey which had been overturned in a housekeeper’s room, and placing their feet in it, ate greedily. Their feet, however, became so smeared with the honey that they could not use their wings, nor release themselves, and were suffocated. Just as they were expiring, they exclaimed, “O foolish creatures that we are, for the sake of a little pleasure we have destroyed ourselves.” Lesson: Pleasure bought with pains, hurts.

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The smallest cat is the Singapuras and weighs only four pounds. Did you know that there is a world record for seeing how many times you can attempt a world record?! The largest baby to be born so far weighed in at 15 pounds, 5 ounces!

The longest bout of hiccups lasted 69 years! The Amazon rain forest supplies one-fifth of the world’s oxygen! Australia is the only continent on earth without an active volcano. American baseball legend Babe Ruth kept a cabbage leaf under his cap to keep cool.

The longest recorded flight of a chicken is thirteen seconds.

Vincent Van Gogh only sold one painting his whole life and that was to his brother!

Almost two-thirds of the earth’s surface is covered by water. If the earth were flat, water would cover everything in a layer two miles deep!

The fastest bird is the peregrine falcon. It can fly at a speed of 168-217 miles per hour.

Just For Laughs Q: What is a ghos t’s favou position rite in socce r? A: Ghoul keeper.

Q: How can you tell the ocean is friendly? A: It waves.

n insect’ Q: What is a A: Cricket!

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Q: What do you get from a pampered cow? A: Spoiled milk.

Q: Waite r, this fo od taste funny? s kind o f A: Then why are n’t you laughin g!

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Feedback Dear Air Costa Management & Team, For the first time today I boarded the Air Costa Flight LB673 from Hyderabad to Bangalore along with my dear wife and mom who is 86 years young! From the very beginning—at the entrance of Gate 1 of the Hyderabad Airport itself—the ever-smiling Air Costa staff came with a wheelchair to pick up my mother from our car itself (a first time experience, despite my mom flying with various airlines to Chennai and Bangalore for almost for a decade!!!). Wow 1. At the check-in counter, the staff was so kind in following the quickest mode of issuing our boarding cards with seat Numbers: 18A,18C and 18D and waiving off our excess baggage fee to the maximum possible discount (since we happen to be international passengers flying to the US on the 2nd of December). Wow 2. Right from the check-in counter till the boarding of our aircraft, my mom was taken care of very well! Wow 3. The aircraft departed 10 minutes ahead of schedule and the whole flying experience was so amazing and arrived 10 minutes before time. Wow 4. Throughout the flying duration, my mom was very well taken care of by the beautiful and affectionate Air Costa crew members! Wow 5. I was excited to see my wife enjoying her first Air Costa flight. She was so delighted that she told the captain in command of our today’s flight that this was one of the best and finest landing experiences! Wow 6. The pilot got so delighted that he told us that we should take more and more Air Costa flights within India, to which I replied that we will fly only with Air Costa from now onwards and will soon become frequent travellers of Air Costa! Wow 7. I had the opportunity to go through your Air Costa’s in-flight magazine and got some firsthand information about the Founder and Executive Chairman Shri. Lingamaneni Poorna Bhaskara Rao Garu and his two sons, Shri. Rajasekhar Garu and Shri. Ramesh Garu, who is also the chairman of Air Costa. I was so delighted when I came to know about Air Costa’s charity initiatives on the occasion of its First Anniversary... Kudos Air Costa—you really rock! Valuing human beings is the highest value indeed. We are carrying with us today so many “Wows” for a delightful experience. Thank you Air Costa once again for understanding our inner child... I find no words in my vocabulary to praise Air Costa any further now. Also thanks to the very heavy Bangalore traffic which gave me the time and pleasure to mention something very interesting about our Air Costa experience today! Our special appreciation may please be conveyed to all the crew members of today’s Air Costa Flight LB673 from Hyderabad to Bangalore. God bless Air Costa. Cheers, Raghuraman Dandapani & Family Managing Director, Richmond Group India

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Fly into a “HAPPY LIFESTYLE” Smile Please! Dr. M. C. Das

“A smile is happiness you will find right under your nose” -Tom Wilson Of the 8.7 million visible species on earth, only human beings are endowed with the rare trait of a “Smile”. It is an expression denoting pleasure, sociability, happiness and amusement. In animals, the exposure of teeth, which may bear a resemblance to a smile and imply happiness, often, conveys other signals. The baring of teeth is often used as a threat or warning display, known as snarl, or a sign of submission. A smile is understood by everyone, regardless of culture, race or religion. It is a global phenomenon! A smile is a good exercise for the face and it makes the body secrete endorphins which develop immunity for the body. A smile is a tool to win friends and influence people. Smiling faces are always welcome in society and frowning faces are abhorred. A smile costs nothing, but pays more! A smile makes a family happy, neighbours friendly and a work place pleasant. Start your day with smile and end with a smile and see the difference. A smile spreads happiness and brings joy—both to the giver and the receiver. Just try it with your fellow passenger!

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Embraer E 170

Embraer E 190

EMBRAER 170 INTERIOR LAYOUT

EMBRAER 190 INTERIOR LAYOUT

Wendell Rodricks and his troupe of models

PRODUCT & SERVICE OFFERING • • •

No middle row seating Wider aisle Larger windows

EMBRAER 170 • Seating

(left to right) Capt Siddarth Marwah, GM-Operations Air Costa, Mr. Ivan Woods, Director–Park Hotels, Capt K. N. Babu, CEO Air Costa, Mr. Harish Rao, GM-Marketing Air Costa, Mr. Amitav Roy, VP HR Air Costa and Mr. S. Praveen, ASM Air Costa

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• •

7C 60Y

Increased leg room Greater stowage capacity

EMBRAER 190 • Seating

112Y 36.24 m 28.72 m

•

Length

Wingspan

29.90 m 26.00 m

•

Wingspan

•

Maximum Range

2,000 nm

•

Maximum Range

•

Maximum Weight

38,600 kg

•

Maximum Weight

2, 200 nm 47,790 kg

•

Engines

CF34-8E

•

Engines

CF34 -10E

•

Speed

Mach 0.78

•

Speed

Mach 0.78

•

Length

•

Flight Schedule (Valid till 15 Feb 2015) Flight No.

From

Frequency

Transit*/ Transfer**

Dep.

Arr.

Ahmedabad

Our Airport Offices

Flight No.

From

Frequency

Transit*/ Transfer**

Dep.

Arr.

Ahmedabad

Hyderabad

LB652 / 634

Hyderabad

Jaipur

Mo, We, Th, Fr, Su

Chennai**

14:25 19:40

LB614

Ahmedabad

Bengaluru

Daily

Non Stop

08:10 10:20

Air Costa,

LB652 / 634

Hyderabad

Jaipur

Tu, Sa

Chennai**

15:20 19:40

LB633

Ahmedabad

Chennai

Daily

Non Stop

20:35 23:10

Domestic Terminal – 1,

Ticketing Counter #08 – B, Level – F,

LB671

Hyderabad

Tirupati

Daily

Non Stop

13:15 14:15

LB614 / 646

Ahmedabad

Hyderabad

Daily

Bengaluru**

08:10 12:50

Passenger Terminal Building,

LB636

Hyderabad

Vijayawada

Daily

Non Stop

11:35 12:25

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Ltd.,

LB656

Hyderabad

Vijayawada

Daily

Non Stop

20:20 21:10

Shamshabad – 500409

LB651

Hyderabad

Visakhapatnam

Daily

Non Stop

07:05 08:10

Phone : +91 – 8978081308,

Lb636 / 664

Hyderabad

Visakhapatnam

Daily

Vijayawada**

11:35 13:35

LB671 / 665

Hyderabad

Visakhapatnam

Daily

Tirupati**

13:15 16:55

LB612

Jaipur

Bengaluru

Daily

Non Stop

14:55 17:20

LB635

Jaipur

Chennai

Daily

Non Stop

20:05 22:45

LB612 / 655

Jaipur

Vijayawada

Daily

Bengaluru**

14:55 20:55

Bengaluru

Sardar Vallabhai Patel International Airport, Sardarnagar,

LB613

Bengaluru

Ahmedabad

Daily

Non Stop

17:55 20:05

Ahmedabad – 382475

LB666

Bengaluru

Coimbatore

Daily

Non Stop

08:40 9:30

Phone : +91 – 8511109922

LB673

Bengaluru

Coimbatore

Daily

Non Stop

17:35 18:25

LB692 / 652

Bengaluru

Hyderabad

Daily

Visakhapatnam**

10:40 13:55

LB646

Bengaluru

Hyderabad

Daily

Non Stop

11:40 12:50

LB611

Bengaluru

Jaipur

Daily

Non Stop

11:55 14:25

LB692 / 664

Bengaluru

Tirupati

Daily

Visakhapatnam**

10:40 15:15

LB646 / 671

Bengaluru

Tirupati

Daily

Hyderabad**

11:40 14:15

LB655

Bengaluru

Vijayawada

Daily

Non Stop

19:45 20:55

LB692

Bengaluru

Visakhapatnam

Daily

Non Stop

10:40 12:15

LB632

Chennai

Ahmedabad

Daily

Non Stop

05:20 07:45

LB651

Chennai

Hyderabad

Daily

Non Stop

05:25 06:35

LB634

Chennai

Jaipur

Daily

Non Stop

17:05 19:40

LB651

Chennai Chennai

Vijayawada Visakhapatnam

Daily Daily

Hyderabad** Hyderabad*

05:25 12:25 05:25 08:10

LB646

Coimbatore

Bengaluru

Daily

Non Stop

10:35 11:20

LB655

Coimbatore

Bengaluru

Daily

Non Stop

18:45 19:25

LB636

Coimbatore

Hyderabad

Daily

Non Stop

09:50 11:10

LB646 / 611

Coimbatore

Jaipur

Daily

Bengaluru**

10:35 14:25

LB636 / 671

Coimbatore

Tirupati

Daily

Hyderabad*

09:50 14:15

LB636

Coimbatore

Vijayawada

Daily

Hyderabad*

09:50 12:25

LB673 / 613

Bengaluru Air Costa Ticketing Office, Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru – 560300

E-mail : blr.airport@aircosta.in

Hyderabad

Ahmedabad

Daily

Bengaluru**

16:00 20:05

Terminal – 2, Jaipur International Airport,

Tirupati

Jaipur – 302029

LB672 / 673

Tirupati

Bengaluru

Daily

Hyderabad**

14:35 17:05

Phone : +91 – 7726000109,

LB672

Tirupati

Hyderabad

Daily

Non Stop

14:35 15:35

LB672 / 656

Tirupati

Vijayawada

Daily

Hyderabad**

14:35 21:10

LB665

Tirupati

Vijayawada

Daily

Visakhapatnam* 15:40 18:05

LB665

Tirupati

Visakhapatnam

Daily

Non Stop

15:40 16:55

LB666

Vijayawada

Bengaluru

Daily

Non Stop

07:15 08:20

LB666 / 666

Vijayawada

Coimbatore

Daily

Bengaluru**

07:15 9:30

LB667

Vijayawada

Hyderabad

Daily

Non Stop

07:45 08:35

LB669

Vijayawada

Hyderabad

Daily

Non Stop

18:45 19:40

LB666 / 611

Vijayawada

Jaipur

Daily

Bengaluru**

07:15 14:25

LB664

Vijayawada

Tirupati

Daily

Visakhapatnam* 12:45 15:15

LB666 / 692

Vijayawada

Visakhapatnam

Daily

Bengaluru**

07:15 12:15

LB664

Vijayawada

Visakhapatnam

Daily

Non Stop

12:45 13:35

+91 – 141 – 2725207 E-mail : jai.airport@aircosta.in

Air Costa,

Air Costa Airlines (LEPL Projects Ltd. - Aviation),

Counter #8, New Domestic Terminal,

Chennai – 600027 Phone : +91 – 9940387684, +91 – 44 – 22562225 E-mail : maa.airport@aircosta.in

Tirupati Airport, Renugunta - 517 520

Vijayawada Air Costa, Gannavaram Airport, Vijayawada – 520004 Phone : +91 – 8676 – 252297,

Coimbatore

Jaipur

Near Jawahar Circle,

Tirupati

+91 – 8978180213

Vijayawada

Visakhapatnam LB691

Visakhapatnam

Bengaluru

Daily

Non Stop

08:35 10:10

LB652

Visakhapatnam

Chennai

Tu, Sa

Hyderabad*

12:40 16:35

Visakhapatnam

LB652

Visakhapatnam

Chennai

Mo, We, Th, Fr, Su

Hyderabad*

12:40 15:35

Air Costa,

LB652

Visakhapatnam

Hyderabad

Daily

Non Stop

12:40 13:55

Civil Enclave, Visakhapatnam Airport,

LB665 / 669

Visakhapatnam

Hyderabad

Daily

Vijayawada**

17:15 19:40

Visakhapatnam – 530009

LB691 / 611

Visakhapatnam

Jaipur

Daily

Bengaluru**

08:35 14:25

Phone : +91 – 8978033666

LB664

Visakhapatnam

Tirupati

Daily

Non Stop

14:00 15:15

E-mail : cjb.airport@aircosta.in

E-mail : vtz.airport@aircosta.in

LB665

Visakhapatnam

Vijayawada

Daily

Non Stop

17:15 18:05

Note: Details are subject to change.

* Transit: Same Aircraft | ** Transfer: Change of Aircraft

Coimbatore International Airport, Civil Aerodrome (PO),

LB673

Hyderabad

Bengaluru

Daily

Non Stop

16:00 17:05

LB652

Hyderabad

Chennai

Mo, We, Th, Fr, Su

Non Stop

14:25 15:35

Coimbatore – 641014

LB652

Hyderabad

Chennai

Tu, Sa

Non Stop

15:20 16:35

Phone : +91 – 9940284069,

LB667

Hyderabad

Coimbatore

Daily

Non Stop

09:00 10:15

LB673

Hyderabad

Coimbatore

Daily

Bengaluru*

16:00 18:25

* Transit: Same Aircraft | ** Transfer: Change of Aircraft

Air Costa,

Chennai

Air Costa,

Hyderabad

E-mail : hyd.airport@aircosta.in

Jaipur

Meenambakkam,

Coimbatore

+91 – 40 – 66605066

E-mail : amd.airport@aircosta.in

Phone : +91 – 80 – 66784230

Chennai

LB651 / 656

+91 – 79 – 22850087

+91 – 422 – 2574425

E-mail : vga.airport@aircosta.in

Note: Details are subject to change.

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Chennai

Coimbatore

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