HONEY MOON IN INDIA - DALHOUSIE

If you want to spend your honeymoon amidst the nature, then Dalhousie is the ideal destination. The region is full of emerald green mountains, valleys and gushing rivers. Your honeymoon in Dalhousie will be a memorable event for you due to its magnificent scenic beauty.

Most of the places in Dalhousie are surrounded by dense greenery and forests. In the winter time, the green valleys pull over the thick blanket of snow. However the best time to pay a visit to Dalhousie is summer. Dalhousie is the perfect example of Himalayan beauty.

There are many places in and around Dalhousie. You can visit the ancient Chamba valley. You can visit to the ancient temples and monuments in this valley.

HOW TO REACH

By Air

The nearest airports are at Gaggal near Dharamsala, Amritsar and Jammu, all of which are within a circuit of 130 km to 190 km. Tourist taxis and buses are available from the respective three destinations for transfer to Dalhousie.

By Rail

Catch the Jhelum Express, Jammu-Delhi Express or Himachal Express to Pathankot. Railway station: Pathankot, 80 km away, is the nearest railhead for Dalhousie. From here, it is a two-hour uphill drive by taxi, car or bus.

By Road

Himachal Pradesh Tourism runs deluxe buses from Simla and Dharamsala to Dalhousie. Fares range between Rs 150 and Rs 500. Road routes are good via Ambala or Patiala to Pathankot. Even though the roads are not very broad, the drive upto Dalhousie is quite comfortable. Bus terminus: The bus stand is a 10-minute walk down the road from Subhash Chowk, near the Tourist Information Office.

PLACES OF VISIT

Khajjiar
Subhash Baoli
Panchpula
Kalatop wildlife sanctuary
Churches
Laxmi Narayan Temple

WHAT TO BUY

The roads along Gandhi Chowk are dotted with tiny shops selling ethnic trinkets and other souvenirs. The Himachal Hand loom Industry Emporium on Thandi Sarak is a good place to buy a woollen shawl. The Tibetan Handicrafts Centre is about 3 km from Gandhi Chowk along the Khajjiar Road. The best thing about this place is that it has Tibetan carpets made to order. Other things to buy include bags and purses.

The news gathered from travel and tourism websites.

HONEY MOON PARADISES-INDIA

ON THE SPICE TRAIL-
CARDAMOM COUNTY RESORT-THEKKADY

HOW TO GET THERE

The resort is in Thekkady, Idukki District, Kerala. Thekkady is connected by a network of good roads from Madurai, Munnar and Theni. The nearest major railhead is Kottayam and the nearest airports are Madurai (140km), Cochin International Airport (190 km).

THINGS TO DO

Trek through the forests and enjoy the beauty of the flora and fauna. Or take a walk through the vast spice plantations and visit factories to know the intricacies of spice cultivation, processing and packaging.

Go on a boat safari on the Periyar lake for a close view of elephant herds, bisons, wild boar, sambar, deer and horn bills. Guided jungle treks and camps are also arranged on prior notice.

The adventurous can go on a bumpy elephant ride or sail on a bamboo raft.

The laid back can try fishing and angling.

TARIFF

There are three types of rooms available at three different rates. The varying tariff during mid-season (April to September), high (October, November, February and March) and peak season (December and January) are as follows: Periyar-Rs. 7,000/-, Rs. 9,500/- and Rs.11,875/-. County cottages at Rs. 8,500/-, Rs. 12,500/- and Rs. 15,625/-. Suites at Rs. 10,500/-, Rs. 15,500/- and Rs. 19,375/-.

For details, contact: 04869-224501/02/03
E mail-reservations@muthoothotels.com

DREAM HONEY MOON PLACES-INDIA

FISHERMEN’ LODGE-BHIMTAL, NAINITAL

Joy by the Lake

Getting There

By road: Fishermen’s lodge is approximately 270 km from Delhi. From Delhi, take the Hapur bypass, Moradabad bypass, Haldwani and Kathagodam to reach Bhimtal

By Train: Ranikhet Express from Old Delhi railway station to Kathagodam, and a 45 minute drive from there.

By air: The nearest airport is at Pantnagar, 71 km from Nainital.

Things to do

Cycling, boating, fishing, hiking, watching movies and reading from the collection in the library.

Tariff

Double occupancy on half-board (breakfast, High tea and dinner) basis per night: Peak Season Rs. 8,000/- Low Season Rs. 6,000/- (Inclusive of taxes)

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e-mail: reservations@thefishermenslodge.com and thefishermenslodge@gmail.com,
or call: 099101-62244

This information is gathered from a daily news paper.

DREAM HONEY MOON PLACES-INDIA

THE WOODS ARE LOVELY

DUKE’ FOREST LODGE- Nedumangadu, Near Thiruvananthapuram

How to get there:

The resort is 48 km from Thiruvananthapuram on the Ponmudi Road.

Things to do:

Go trekking in the reserve forest adjacent to the property; get a guided tour of a working plantation. Ayurveda treatments at the spa; indulge in rafting, fishing and swimming in the Kallar river. Visit the hill station of Ponmudi less than 18 km away and the Upper Golden Valley waterfalls. The Peppara Wildlife sanctuary and Bonakkad tea estate are also nearby. Arippa-Sankhili is a great place for bird-watching and Chittippara for rock-climbing.

Tariff:

Independent pool villa Rs. 6500/-
Pool side villa Rs. 4500/-
Standard Rooms Rs. 4500/-
Single Occupancy 10% less on tariff.

For reservations: Phone: 0472-2859272/73/74

www.dukeforest.com

The news gathered from a daily news paper.

DREAM HONEY MOON-INDIA

Serene Sojourn-Punnamada Serena Spa Resort- Alappuzha-Kerala

Getting There:

The resort is 7.5 km from the Alappuzha railway station from Nedumbassery airport, Kochi; it is 85 km by road.

Contact details: www.punnamada.com/ Telephone: 91-477-3233690

Things to do:

Take a bicycle ride to the villages close by, play shuttle, basketball, table tennis, snooker and even mini golf on the premises. There is a rickshaw too if you want to go to town. Enjoy a dip in the swimming pool or take the paddle boat from the channel that enters the property. Boat rides including a luxury one in a houseboat are great offers; the sunset cruise by houseboat is outstanding. Try out a relaxing Ayurvedic massage.

Tariff:

Garden Villa Rs. 7,000/-
Duplex Villa Rs. 8,000/-
Lake View Villa Rs. 10,000/-(inclusive of bed and
breakfast)
Houseboat Rs. 13,500/- for 2 guests and
Rs. 22000/- for 4 guests

DREAM HONEY MOON-INDIA

In Nature’s Company – Hill country Resort, Kodaikanal

How to Reach:

Nearest airport Madurai, 130 km. The Kodaikanal Road Junction Railway Station is 75 km and is three hours drive to the resort. By road from Dindigul, reach Batlagundu and take the immediate right to reach the Kodai Hill Road. From Kodai lake, turn right to Villpatti and then Attuvampatti..

Things to do:

Activities such as picnic tours, treks, hikes, bonfire evenings, theme nights, boating, horse riding and cycling are organized by the hotel. Go sightseeing or shopping. Or simply cuddle up in your room for the perfect romantic getaway. Look out at the sunset. Relax your body and soul with a wonderful Ayurvedic spa at the well equipped health club. Or try your hand at billiards, snooker or putt-putt golf. Watch a film at the resort’s amphitheater or shake a leg at the discotheque.

Tariff:

There are 20 Deluxe Rooms Rs. 5,300/-
16 Regular Suites Rs. 5,700/-
4 Deluxe Suites Rs. 6,300/-
8 Regular Cottages Rs. 8,000/- and
13 Deluxe Cottages Rs. 9,000/-

Extra adult Rs. 2,100/- Rates are on MAP (Modified American Plan) basis which includes breakfast and dinner, plus 12.5% Luxury Tax applicable.

For reservations and enquiries contact: 0452-240953/54/58

This information is collected from a daily news paper.

HONEY MOON PARADISES

BAREFOOT AT HAVELOCK- ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR

GETTING THERE

Barefoot is in Havelock and overlooks the Radha Nagar Beach. You have to take a ferry from Port Blair to Havelock, a distance that takes anywhere between two and a half to four hours depending on whether you travel by the slower MV Ramanujam or the faster ferries.

THINGS TO DO

Everything to do with water. Just bob about in the waters, take a walk down the pristine beach with near white sand, surf, kayak, snorkel…. You can even hire the resort’s elephant, Rajan (who comes for a steep price of
$ 1000 for a group of 8) and accompany him on-one of his swimming expeditions.

The resort hands out snorkeling kits for a charge. And, rents out scooters and cycles for those interested in exploring the island on their own.

TARIFF

Till April 30- The fares are slightly lower during May, when the rains begin.

Nicobar Cottage (9 units-fan-cooled)-Rs. 5, 300/- (single) and Rs. 5, 000/- (double).

Nicobar Duplex (1 unit-fan-cooled) – Rs. 7, 900/- (single) Rs. 8, 400/- (double).

Andaman Villa (8 units – air-conditioned) – Rs. 7, 700/- (single)
Rs. 8, 200/- (double)

For details. Contact: reservations@barefootindia.com,
Or call: 03192-236008.

Gathered from a daily news paper.