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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)

Log on to thefishermenslodge.com

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

This information is gathered from a daily news paper.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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INVITED TO TEA- GLENDALE ESTATE, NEAR COONOOR

HOW TO GET THERE

Located 6 kms from Coonoor, on the Coonoor-Mettupalayam Highway. Runnymede will provide pick up and drop facilities on request and at a charge. Sight seeing tours and transport is also arranged on request.

For details contact: 9444993176 or email-glendale@dataone.in

You could also visit their website at www.glendatestays.in

TARIFF

Rs. 2,000/- per bedroom for a night.
Rs. 500/- for an extra bed per adult and Rs. 250/- per child.

Meals will be prepared on request and an extra charge (actuals).

This news is gathered from a english news daily.

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VERDANT VISTAS

LAKE HAVEN ISLAND RESORTS-CHEMPUMPURAM, ALLEPPEY

HOW TO GET THERE

The resort is on the banks of the river Pampa and has multiple entry points on the National Waterway extending from Alleppey to Kollam. It is 90 km from Cochin airport, 15 km from Changanacherry and 8 km from Alleppey. If you are coming from Alleppey, take the Pallathuruthy Bridge and turn right at Pandarakkalam junction and drive to Pullikkalkarru, the boat point.

TARIFF

Deluxe Rs. 1, 500/-
Elegant Rs. 2, 000/-
Royal Rs. 2, 500/- plus taxes. Meals extra.

THINGS TO DO

Go canoeing in country boats or go house and motorboat cruising.

Swim or go fishing with the local fisherman in the lake right at your doorstep.

Play basketball, table tennis or carom.

This message is gathered from daily news paper