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ROYAL INDIA WELLNESS India demonstrates all the demographic advantages of an ideal market for leading international spa and wellness brands. In India, the concept of ‘wellness’ has been interwoven into various aspects of the local culture through the traditions and practices of Ayurveda and Yoga that originated in the foothills of the Himalayas. India stands at the forefront of today’s global spa and wellness market, alluring domestic and international visitors alike with the time-honored traditions of Ayurveda and yoga and high quality, affordable medical tourism. Now poised to become the fifth largest consumer market globally by 2020, India demonstrates all the demographic advantages of an ideal market for leading international spa and wellness brands. Today, domestic and international tourists flock to the
southwestern region of the South Indian city of Kerala for specialized Ayurvedic treatments. Interestingly, yoga remains relatively uncommercialized in India, as compared to other popular yoga destinations such as Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Singapore, which have seen new studios open in abundance. Against the backdrop of a deeply ingrained traditional wellness culture, the preferences and attitudes of modern Indian spa consumers are now evolving. They are savvier about the quality and value of products and services they purchase and more open to experimenting with new and different offerings. Not only do they visit spas for hair maintenance, nail grooming, skin care, and beauty treatments, but, with greater societal awareness about stress, obesity, and other serious health issues, guests are looking to spas for evidence-based, results-driven solutions.
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The Indian government has even assumed a supportive role in the health and wellness movement by promoting the domestic sale of health and wellness food and approving the Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) for Organic Farming, which has resulted in a flood of organic products now available in the country.
and attracting nearly 45% of the world’s medical tourists on an annual basis, the country’s medical tourism industry is thriving under the conditions of strong government support, low costs, advanced equipment, skilled practitioners, and large private investments.
International health and wellness tourists, particularly from the Middle East, are flocking to India in record numbers. Growing 24% in 2011
While females accounted for 70% of total demand in 2011, there is a demonstrated increase in male consumers utilizing spa treatments and professional grooming products, thus, demonstrating a significant opportunity for growth in this segment (Euromonitor International, 2012).
ROYAL INDIA WELLNESS – CREATING OPPORTUNITIES Both domestic and international visitation trends in India have demonstrated relatively steady growth over the past 10 years, with domestic visits to all states and union territories of India reaching one billion and foreign visits reaching 21 million in 2012 (Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, 2012). Given these statistics, domestic tourism significantly dominates India’s travel and tourism industry, capturing 98% of the total volume in 2012. One of the major contributors to this industry is currently the wellness and spa market. PricewaterhouseCoopers (2012) valued India’s total wellness market at USD $11 billion in 2011 and forecasted that it would surpass USD $18 billion (INR 1 trillion) in the next four years. This projection presents extensive opportunities for the wellness and spa market to imagine facilities that will not only serve existing customers but also capture new segments by going beyond traditional spa services with more innovative, exclusive, and distinctive offerings, such as comprehensive female salons, male grooming ateliers, and medical cosmetic services.
Several major international brands have demonstrated both unique and effective approaches to the establishment of spas across India. TAJ Hotels Resorts and Palaces developed its own spa brand, JIVA spa, in which the various TAJ properties offer differing amenities and standards. The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has outsourced its spa to a UK-based product company. The Oberoi Group’s spas are only accessible to in-house guests. Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas is developing a day spa at Trump Towers Pune Mandara Spa, with various properties across India, boasts one of the largest spas in all of Asia. GOCO Hospitality is becoming an active player in the Indian hotel spa market, with projects with MGM, Bellagio, and Ritz Carlton under development, amongst others
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Luxury Holidays in India ... A journey into high luxury... INDIA is a land where ancient traditions, rich cultures and age-old therapies combine with vibrant cities, designer resorts and chic, modern retreats for the senses. From contemporary eco-resorts to classic colonial elegance, stay in some of the most astounding properties on earth. Discover amazing wildlife, enjoy a coral reef diving excursion, sample divine teas and delicious spicy food, or simply explore miles of palm-fringed beaches. A land of variety and color, luxury and adventure awaits you in India coupled with a range of ultra-luxurious spa and wellbeing centers that invite you to relax, revitalize and realign mind and body. INDIA welcomes you to a paradise of well-being. Experience our Destination Spas, Luxury Spa Resorts, Resort Spas, Spa Hotels in India, Ayurveda Spas and Yoga Resorts. Rejuvenate your senses and the spirit with world class aesthetic spa treatments
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Allow yourself to be transported to a world away from the humdrum. Step out of the stress and strains with a pampering spa experience; make a fresh start, or simply treat your whole being to state-of-the-art treatments in beautiful surroundings. Reconnect with yourself at a yoga retreat, or simply indulge in a rejuvenating Ayurvedic treatment at a designer spa. The spa industry in India has churned out phenomenal growth in recent years - a host of health, wellness and fitness facilities through a range of Ayurveda, Naturopathy and feel-good therapies and rituals. Kerala ( located in the south of India) with its Ayurvedic roots, has emerged as a hot destination for spa tourism. A path into the mountains leads one to greater adventure - resort spas and destination spas ! Traditionally experts in skin treatments and massages, most spas in India have now evolved to also include a number of different therapies, such as reflexology, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, and meditation. Yoga, Meditation and Pranayama join together in this holiday that is set in luxurious surroundings in India. This retreat will re-awaken your soul and bring well-being to your body.
Wellbeing Yoga Retreats Luxury to floor you and wellness treatments to enrich your wellbeing, perhaps is the best description for the Yoga Retreats. It is certainly a journey much recommended !
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Planning Your Luxury Wellness Vacations in India Planned to fit your style of travel, and include activities such as yoga, spa and wellness, adventure and wildlife, spiritual and cultural journeys, women's travel, family vacations and romantic holidays, your customized wellness vacation are designed for you to explore a sincere personal journey which is refreshing and revitalizing. A Luxury Wellness Vacation may include yoga and meditation, a quiet week of solitude and spa pampering - the perfect remedy for finding balance again. Celebrate in a blissful state of wellness, and return restored and refreshed on all levels of Mind Body and Spirit. Carefully select wellness retreat destinations with a deep sense of serenity and a palpable spiritual energy. Meet our experts for the most rewarding and rejuvenating wellness vacations and experiences Tailor journeys to suit your Aspirations and Expectations. Your journey will be private and customized based on your schedule, budget, and interests.
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Wellness and Yoga Holidays last from 3 to 14 nights and each retreat may include twice daily yoga sessions, meditation and Pranayama sessions, and massages of your choice. The vegetarian only food is excellent and freshly prepared and cooked to the highest standards by fantastic chefs using the tastiest Organic produce grown in the retreat grounds. Close your eyes and listen to the sound of water, breathe deeply and discover the most exquisite fragrances of the world, Experts work on each part of your body and you observe the results of unique beauty and wellness treatments‌Experience a world of essences, textures and feelings to take you to the purest essence of balance. A perfect mixture between mind and soul together set in luxury All you need to do is relax and enjoy wellness in luxury!
ABOUT US We are a company of trusted, passionate buzz-team who create customized luxury experiences to awe-inspiring India. Our trips are completely based around your interests and schedule—they are one-of-a-kind experiences that are as unique as you are. Our expertise, knowledge, and personal relationships allow us to design journeys that are rugged and adventurous, urban and ultra-sophisticated, or the perfect blend of both. Whichever you prefer, you can be certain that your trip will be filled with exclusive opportunities that only we offer. Whether you know exactly where you want to go or need some inspiration, we are here to guide you, and to create an experience that will surpass your expectations. We have over a
decade of experience in experiential marketing, and we are constantly observant in order to provide you with cutting-edge information and personalized, well-planned experiences that come complete with expert guides with on-the-ground spontaneity, and the perfect place to relax at the end of the day.
OUR COMMITMENT We are not only committed to providing you with an unforgettable and inspiring experience, we’re also committed to ensuring your happiness and comfort throughout. When you travel with us, you can feel confident knowing we have staff in every country who are available to accommodate your wishes and needs. From the moment you pick up the phone to after you return home, we ensure that your journey is seamless, authentic, and beyond what you had imagined.
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OUR TEAM Our team of luxury specialists have spent over two decades in the travel industry, and our knowledge of the world’s most inspiring places is unrivaled. We are experienced, opinionated, and discerning, and we believe that travel is one of life’s ultimate joys—it never fails to thrill us, expand our perspectives, or fill us with wonder and gratitude. We love exploring India, and we know it intimately. Every person on our staff had their lives altered by travel; we abandoned our original plans because we took a life-changing experience, and now all we want to do is create life-changing experiences for other people. Our diverse staff includes travel advisers who specialize in areas such as Luxury Holidays, Wellness, Adventure, and across the length and breadth of India .
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We have offices in India to make sure that our knowledge is current and cutting-edge. We are always on the move, visiting places for the fifth or first time to make sure we can provide you with the most up-to-date and exciting luxury experience recommendations so that you don’t just skim the surface of India, but explore its depths. We know the best restaurants, the most stunning jungle resorts, the elite galleries, the best palaces, the most luxurious resorts, and even how to find your way through the wild. Seeing Royal India has enriched our lives in ways we can’t ever measure, and we believe that seeing Royal India with us will do the same for you. Give us a call and tell us where you want to go—we’ll share our stories, adventures, and expert opinions, and make informed recommendations that you won’t find anywhere else.
We are happy to work with travel agencies and travel companies who want to offer clients the kind of extraordinary luxury experiences that we specialize in. We can easily coordinate and consult with your agents so you can take part in the unparalleled Royal India experiences that only we offer.
WHY EXPERIENCE ROYAL INDIA WITH US? Insider Access: We let you experience Royal India, not just see it Our extensive network of luxury holidays an travel experts allow us to create the trip you’ve been dreaming about. We can make it happen. We have knowledge, relationships, and expertise and we use it create one-of-a-kind journeys and experiences that you will cherish for a lifetime.
In-depth Firsthand Destination Knowledge: We belong to India! Every travel suggestion we make is based on our personal experiences, and we continue to travel India to ensure that our recommendations are accurate and inspired. We are discerning, we are opinionated, and we welcome the opportunity to share our knowledge with you. Personalized Service: We create trips that are perfect for you We learn about your interests so we can create a customized itinerary that really inspires you. We can build a trip around any of your passions or desires, such as Leisure, Yoga, Gourmet, Heritage, Adventure, Shopping, Weddings, Monsoon, Beaches, Wildlife or just incorporate them into a larger journey.
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Dream Big: We are visionaries
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We were the first to showcase Luxury across diverse sectors from India, and this pioneering spirit has innovated the luxury travel experience by making it completely personal. We are dedicated to creating unique, luxury trips for travelers who want to experience the staggering and diverse beauty of India, and with people who want to share the power and joy of travel as much as we do. You simply won’t find another company who knows India as well, is as excited by it, and who will inspire you to see it so thoroughly.
Our Luxury Experiences are worry-free. We have expert local staff in every country who are always working behind-the-scenes so you can just focus on having a great time. Our local staff, along with the rest of our Luxury Experience team is available not just to ensure your happiness, but to ensure your safety and comfort as well. When you travel with us, you can feel confident knowing that if you encounter any sort of issue, we will immediately be there to assist you.
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