Saturday, February 26, 2011
MEMORIES OF THE RAJ
FLYING TIGER ADVENTURE CAMP
DAGSHAI CANTT. SOLAN.
How to get there
Take the Kalka Shatabdi Express from New Delhi Railway Station. At Kalka, hire a taxi top Dagshai for Rs. 600/-, approximately. It is a 45 minute drive to the property. You can stop by at Giani da Dhaba at Dharampur for a sumptuous lunch. It you are driving the route is Delhi-Panipat-Ambala-Chandigarh-Dharampur-Dagshai.
Things to do
The adventure camp has a lot to offer vacationers. It organizes hang gliding, paragliding and treks for groups and individuals on prior appointment. Besides, there are footballs, handballs, chess, badminton racquets, skipping ropes, playing cards and gold sets for the sporty types.
Go o a leisurely walk and enjoy the quietude of the place. Visit the local cemetery and look up interesting tombstones. Lie on a hammock and soak up the Sun. Visit the former British jail. Do not miss the board which explains how Dagshai derived its name from the jail.
Walkers can hike down to Kumarhatti, a sleepy hill township with an interesting bazaar.
The little town is also known for its two boarding schools-Dagshai Public School and the Army Public School, a few minutes walk from the property.
One can also go on a day trip to Kasauli
Tariff
There are two large rooms in the main house and four other rooms in the outhouse. The charges are Rs. 2,000/- per person per day, including breakfast.
For reservation, contact: 01792-266103 or
E mail: tigershingh.sidhu@gmail.com.
News gathered from a travel site.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
LUSH ENVIRONS
LA MAISON, Kotagiri
How to get there
Kotagiri is accessible by road from Mysore, Bengaluru, Mettupalayam and Coimbatore.
Things to do
Benoit and Anne Helene arrange for local sightseeing treks, picnics and excursions around The Nilgiris. Bonfires and barbeques are arranged, too, on demand.
Tariff
(Prices include dinner, breakfast and taxes)
From October to March-Single occupancy-Rs. 7,600/-; double occupancy-Rs. 8,900/-
From April to September-Single occupancy-Rs. 5,900/-; double occupancy-Rs. 7,200/-
For details, contact: benoit@lamaison.in.
Call- 099443 05397 or visit: www.lamaison.in
News gathered from a daily news paper.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
WATCH CLOUDS
Basic Halli
Bangalore (Rural)
How to get there
Kanakapura Road begins from the Banashankari Temple in South Bangalore. Kanakapura town is between 55 and 70 km from Bangalore, depending on where you start from. Basic Halli is 9.5 km from due east from Kanakapura. Basic Halli is located at Kadavekere Doddi, Kanakapura Taluk.
Things to do
Take part in the cycle dash from the peak of the Bilkal Rangaswamy Hill all the way back to the campsite. Explore the area around the campsite on bicycles or by foot. Also go for the hour long night walk through the campsite and in and around the surrounding farms. Drift to sleep in the open air under the starts.
Tariff
The tariff at Basic Halli depends on the package you choose, the weekend stay is priced at Rs. 1,500/-, weekday package is priced at Rs. 1,200/- and the Day Package costs Rs. 350/-. Group bookings can be made for large groups, the campsite cal also be booked.
For enquiries, call: 94801 90080/96203 46362.
For details, visit, www.basic-halli.in or
E mail: goto.basichalli@gmail.com
Details of this information is gathered from a traveler.
GREEN GRASS OF HOME
McIver Villa
Coonoor
How to get there
The bungalow is a 10 minute drive from Coonoor. Drive down the Wellington Gymkhana Road (Orange Grove road) from Sim’s Park. The property is next to the old Tan tea office.
Things to do
Go on a toy train ride from Coonoor. Take make up and health tips from Fado-she’s worked as a make-up artist with big names in France. Visit a cheese making facility nearby. Go on adventure treks.
Tariff
The rooms are priced at Rs. 4,500/-, Rs. 3,500/- and Rs. 3,000/- (food and taxes extra).
For details, call-0423-2233323 or 94864-14830.
Visit: www.serendipityo.com
News gathered from a news paper.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
GILT AND GLAMOUR
Taj Falaknuma Palace
Hyderabad
How to get there
Set 2,000 feet above Hyderabad Taj Falaknuma is a 20 minute drive from the airport. Cars are stopped at the main gates, from where guests go uphill by horse and carriage.
Tariff
A luxury room costs Rs. 34,500/-.Palace Room costs Rs. 40,000/-, Historical Suite costs Rs. 83,000/-, Royal Suite costs Rs. 1, 40,000/- and the Grand royal suite costs Rs. 1, 95,000/- (rack rates). Grand Presidential Suite Price on request. Rates don’t include the 5% luxury tax.
Taj Falknuma Palace is at Engine Bowli, Falaknuma, Hyderabad.
For details, call-040-66298585.
Email:falaknuma.hyderabad@tajhotels.com or
Look up: http://www.tajhotels.com
Information and photo courtesy: Taj hotels.com
Monday, February 14, 2011
EXPERIENCE NATURE’S BOUNTY
Double Dutch Resort
Athoor, Dindigul
How to get there
The resort is 25 km from Dindigul, 55km from Palani, 65 km from Kodaikanal and 90 km from Madurai. Drive up to the Sembatti crossing and turn into the Athoor village and follow the sign boards.
Things to do
Take a walk up to the water fall or the cave temple, or along the rice fields, peanut gardens and coffee estates and in coconut and palm groves. Go bird watching or trekking. Take motorbike rides and experience a slice of Indian village life or visit the rural market. Swim in the lake or take a coracle ride. Visit the nearby towns of Madurai, Kodaikanal, Dindigul and Periyar.
Tariff
The budget rooms are priced at Rs. 1,500/-, the Economy rooms at Rs. 1,800/- and Deluxe Rooms at Rs. 2,500/-. (Inclusive of tax and exclusive of food).
For details, call-04543-294499 or 94438-228742.
Information gathered from a tourism site.
Information gathered from a tourism site.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
RESTFUL VACATION
How to get there
Shreyas Retreat is at Santoshima Farm, Gollahalli Gate, Nelamangala.
Things to do
Visit the organic farm. Indulge in a massage (Balinese, Swedish, Thai or Ayurvedic), sweat out of all the fat in the sauna and pamper yourself with a manicure/pedicure. Laze around in the outdoor Jacuzzi or pool. Take group or private yoga classes-they offer Ashtanga and Hastha Yoga. Walk or jog on the tracks spread across the 25 acre resort. Take a vegetarian cooking class. Play cricket-they have nets with a bowling machine.
Tariff
Poolside/Garden cottage Rs. 11,000/- (single), Rs. 13,000/- (double), and Rs. 24,000/- for a three bedroom cottage (excluding taxes, for Indian nationals). The includes a wellness consultation on arrival, all meals, twice a day group yoga classes, once a day meditation class and use of all recreational facilities, including the pool and home theatre.
For details, visit: www.shreyasretreat.com
Call-080-27737102/99161 10422 for reservations
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