Sunday, March 23, 2008

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Gold Coast Hotels - A Perfect Retreat to Sojourn in Queensland

By Amit Raghuvanshi

Superb location, miles of surfing beaches, diverse attractions (both natural and man-made), and cool relaxed outdoor lifestyle, these are what defines Gold Coast the best. Located in the southeast corner of Queensland, this costal beauty stretches from Beenleigh, on the southern fringe of Logan City, and extends west to the foothills of Great Dividing Range, a world famous UNESCO Heritage Site. This one of the premier beach destination of Australia has also made its identity as one of the main tourist destinations of the world that no traveler can ignore. Offering travelers a sensual retreat to sojourn, Gold Coast Hotels caters all, whether high-class or budget vacationer or visitor with same warmth and hospitality.

Providing an action packed holidays that will thrill and excite travelers of all age, whether young or old, Gold Coast has a 57 km of coastline along with some of the most popular surfing beaches of Australia. Some of the notable beaches in Gold Coast are South Stradbroke Island, The Spit, Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, Broad beach and many more. If you want to enjoy the vibrancy of modern world in this relaxed destination of Queensland then there are Surfers Paradise and Coolangatta, the two main central business districts. Not only these, this dynamic beach beauty also provides a perfect gateway for other regions of Queensland and Northern New South Wales especially the renowned Great Barrier Reef.

Being an ultimate beach stopover of Australia and having a pleasant weather that makes it a perfect round the year destination, the city is thronged with thousands of travelers every year. Gold Coast hotels offer the travelers coming with different pursuits many options of accommodation. From motels to self-contained apartments and from renowned luxurious hotels and resorts to inexpensive yet comfortable budget hotels, you will easily find lodging options of your budget and choice. Not only these, this relaxed beauty of Queensland also provides excellent accommodation facilities for adventure lovers. The backpackers and bed & breakfast categories of lodging options are quite suitable for such category of visitors.

Hotels in Gold Coast not only provide quality of staying facilities but live up to the expectations of the visitors with all sorts of facilities that make your trip an enchanting experience. For those who lay more emphasis on style and elegance without compromising the quality, there are number of luxurious hotels and resorts, among which some are the properties of world famous groups like Hyatt, Marriott, Holiday Inn, Sheraton, Sofitel etc. While those who are looking for accommodation that offers comfortable staying facilities along with good value for money, there are motels, backpackers and budget hotels. As there are plenty of options available, so it is always advisable to do a little bit of research before opting any hotel or resort.

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Friday, March 21, 2008

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How to Avoid Bed Bugs When Traveling - Bed Bug Myths and Tips

By Giz Lau

The article dispels myths about bed bugs, teaching you how to avoid them and how to best prepare yourself when you're traveling - so that you"don't let the bedbugs bite" when you're on the road and traveling!

Bed Bugs in Hotels

Hotel industry associate K. Skaftfeld notes, "most people are unaware of bedbugs and what exactly they do or how common they are. People that don't stay in hotels very often are generally not concerned about bed bugs - that is, until someone checking in asks a question regarding bed bugs and soon everyone in line waiting to check in is worried that the hotel is infested with bed bugs."

She adds that some hotels like Hilton Hotels, "take preventative measures when cleaning all rooms. The hotel has a deep clean program where once a week, an outsourced company comes in to deep clean all mattresses and furniture. . . hotels would have a higher chance of getting bed bugs if they are not properly changing sheets and cleaning the mattresses after every guest."

Little Blood Sucking Critters

Myth: Bedbugs are invisible. False. When first born, bedbugs are 1mm long, translucent, light in color and are very difficult to find. Progressively, they grow darker and adult bedbugs are reddish brown, oval, non-winged, with several legs and can grow to about 4 to 5 mm - about the size of an apple seed.

Myth: Bedbugs are impossible to catch because they are really fast. False. They don't move faster than most insects and if you know where to look and when, you'll be able to catch them with your naked eye.

Myth: Bedbugs are found only in dirty premises. False. Unfortunately, bed bugs can't distinguish between the penthouse suite at the Hilton and sketchy Ted's Red Motel. In fact, bedbugs thrive in clean environments - which include places like hotels, hospitals, in beds, carpets, clothing and upholstery. Look for a well known brand that you can count on to be committed to ensure that everything is changed and washed from any "bugs" left behind from any previous guests.

How to Avoid Bed Bugs on the Road

In the past decade since the outcry of bans against pesticides like DDT along with the increase of international tourism, bed bugs have increasingly become a problem in hotels, lodges, bed and breakfasts and other travel accommodations.

Before and after your trip. Before you unpack, check over the room and mattresses. Don't hesitate to ask for another room if you don't think the conditions are adequate - and especially if you find some bugs. Before you leave to return home, carefully check over your suit case or backpack while packing your things to leave so that you ensure you're not bringing any of these little pests home.

Look for clues. It's disgusting, but it's true: looking for blood spots, feces, eggs, translucent shed skin and dead bedbugs is the best way to find out whether there are bed bugs around. These can be found in crevices like mattresses, box springs, linens, ceilings and floors. Do a thorough check of your hotel's bed and linens and if you're not convinced, ask for an allergen-free room.

Know thine enemy! Bedbugs survive by feeding on the blood of warm-blooded hosts - like you and me. They are attracted by carbon dioxide and blood. Most can live for about 18 months without feeding by usually go looking for a meal every 5 to 10 days, or once a week. The rest of the time, they spend hiding. When they do decide to "eat," they usually come out about an hour before dawn.

Another reason why it's good to wake up early!

http://www.tripatlas.com/articles/216/How_to_Avoid_Bed_Bugs_When_Travelling!

Gizelle Lau, TripAtlas.com

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Hostels in France

By Ben Cooper

France is a country of many faces, with experiences and sights to match every type of traveler's desires. And whether it's good food, its impressively recounted history and culture or its natural beauty, France can easily be enjoyed on a budget.

Cities

Paris, Marseille, Nice or Montpellier - every city offers its own unique visitor attractions. More importantly, most cities are walkable or offer cheap transport, which makes getting between hostels in France relatively hassle-free.

The capital, Paris, is an obvious addition to any backpacking itinerary, whether taking a quick hike up the Eiffel Tower, circling the impressive Arc de Triomphe or taking photos next to the stunning Sacre-Coeur cathedral atop Montmartre Hill, with its fantastic views of the city.

But equally, Nice's Promenade des Anglais and Le Chateau castle, or the historical fashion exhibits at the Musee de la Mode in Marseille are all just as appealing - depending on one's preferences.

There are also plenty of cheap hostels, restaurants and cafes in the cities, as well as comparatively cheap grocery shops offering fresh and varied domestic produce that make visiting on a budget easy for the forward thinking traveler.

Countryside

It may be the lesser-touted tourist destination of France, particularly for backpackers, but its countryside villages and small hamlets endow the country with much of its character. More importantly, it offers some of Europe's most dramatically beautiful scenery.

Travel is, of course, more of an issue for countryside backpacking, and out in the countryside, hostels in France are fewer and further between than in cities. Budget travel, though, is still remarkably simple.

For example, the awesome Ardeche River in the south and the surrounding towns of Ardeche, Lozere and Gard all offer plenty of places to stay, making it an easily accessible sightseeing and adventuring stop.

In fact, kayaking down the 120 kilometer river and stopping at the various towns along the way is a great way to see the natural side of France. The most scenic stretch of the Ardeche Gorges ends with the impressive 60 meter stone arch Pont d'Arc. Guided tours are available, but it is cheaper just to hire your own kayak.

Equally, the Mediterranean-lying cities along the French Riviera, such as the famous Cannes, provide the hardcore water sport enthusiasts scope to partake in a spot of surfing, sailing, windsurfing or snorkeling.

However, these southern destinations are popular with all manner of travelers, both domestic and international, in the high-season, so booking in advance is advised.

But regardless of whether it is the stretching landscape of vineyards interspersed with miniature communities or the cosmopolitan cultural explosions that are France's cities, there is plenty on offer for those with enough time to explore.

Before settling down and becoming a copywriter for HostelBookers. Ben Cooper did a backpacking tour of France , he checked out a variety of the country's budget accommodation, including a number of most hostels in France.

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Monday, March 17, 2008

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The Integrated Resorts of Singapore

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By Chai Yong

Integrated Resorts by definition are resorts with mixed development like hotels, restaurants, convention centre, theme park, shopping centre, casino etc. Because of the gaming component - casino, integrated resorts development has stirred a great controversy among the Singaporeans.

The Prime Minister of Singapore, Lee Hsien Long announced the cabinet's decision to develop 2 integrated resorts in Marina Bay and Sentosa. The Singapore Government stated that the aim of the Integrated Resorts is to boast the country's tourism industry. There has been very keen competition from the neighboring countries like Malaysia, Thailand and Hong Kong. According to the Government, the Integrated Resorts are expected to create some 35,000 jobs directly and indirectly.

There has been debate among the Singaporeans on the plan to build Integrated Resorts. Religious groups and social workers voiced their disapproval at the negative social impact of gambling.

The Government however, promised to have a proper and strict safeguard to limit the social impact of gambling, among others exorbitant entrance fee and the casinos would not extend credit to local population.

Marina Bay Sands

It is located at the Marina South of Singapore. Currently, there are a few pretigious hotels operating like Ritz Charlton Millenium, Oriental Hotel, Marina Mandarin and Pan Pacific Hotel. It will have a panoramic view of the sea and tranquil environment.

The Government of Singapore called for request for concept in December 2004. It received overwhelming response from the industry. A total of 19 bids were submitted during the request for concept.

In the formal bids later, 4 companies/consortiums submitted their tender including:- (i) MGM Mirage/Capital Land, (ii) Harrah's Entertainment/ Keppel Land, (iii) Las Vegas Sands and (iv) Genting International/Star Cruises.

Eventually, Las Vegas Sands succeeded in their tender, by committing the highest development investmetn of S$3.85 billion. The concept was designed by Moshe Sofdie consisting of 3 layers shells containing conference halls, 3 hotel towers linked to top floor of a sky garden.

Resorts World at Sentosa

Sentosa which means transquility in Malay is a popular island resort in Singapore. Previously, it was known as Pulau Belakang Mati (Island of Death from Behind). Statistics shows that it has been visited by some 2 million people annually. It has a sheltered beach of more than 2 km in length on the Southern coast, historical Fort Siloso from World War II, two golf courses and 2 5-stars hotels.

The island has an area of 5 square kilometres. 70% of it is covered by secondary rainforest. It is the habitat of monitor lizards, monkeys, peacocks, parrots as well as native flora and fauna.

Since its inception of development in 1972, some S$420 million of private capitals and S$500 million Government fund have been invested to develop the island.

3 consortiums submitted their proposal on 10 October 2006. They are: (i) Kerzner International with Capital Land; (ii) Genting International with Star Cruises Universal Studios and (iii) Eight Wonder with Publishing and Broadcasting Limited, Melco International Development Limited, Isle of Capri Casinos Inc.

The bid were reviewed by a ministerial committee and a tender evaluation committee and results were announced on 8 December 2006. Genting International and Star Cruises won the bid. Genting committed to a development investment of S$3.85 billion.

With these 2 Integrated Resorts completed and in operation by late 2009, Singapore will be placed at a totally better position in tourism industry in the region as compared with its competitors.

This article is written by Chai Yong from http://www.temasekmap.com which is about traveling to Singapore, Batatm & Bintan and Johor & Johor Bahru.

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Hotel Metropol - An Example of Historical Moscow Hotels

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By Peter Ron

You won't find many hotels around the world nowadays that were built at the start of the 20th century but fortunately Hotel Metropol of Moscow, Russia still stands after being constructed in 1907. The style of the architecture of the Hotel Metropol is Art Nouveau and its design was the result of collaboration between three architects named Vladimir Shukhov, Lev Kekushev, and William Walcot and three artists named Nikolai Andreev, Alexander Golovin, Mikhail Vrubel.

Having been brought back to its original function as one of the Moscow hotels, the Hotel Metropol currently offers 362 rooms for occupancy to the public. Each room in the hotel is unique because each has a different shape or special décor that differentiate it from the other 361 rooms inside.

Back in 1898, the lot on which the present Hotel Metropol stands was originally purchased to become the site of a new opera hall. The lot was purchased by Sawa Mamontov (who was eventually taken off the project when he was sentenced to jail due to fraud) and Petersburg Insurance for this purpose. Once Mamontov was removed from the project and jailed, Petersburg Insurance took over management of the project but scrapped plans for the opera hall.

From an architectural perspective, the Hotel Metropol is one rectangular building that was constructed so that it would not require any beams or columns to support its parts. Construction was initiated in 1899 and culminated in 1907. The structural system is based on reinforced concrete.

It is notable that the Hotel Metropol survived the turmoil during the 1917 Russian Revolution and still stands today as one of the historical yet functional Moscow hotels. Once the Bolsheviks were in power after the Russian Revolution, they nationalized Hotel Metropol in 1918 and called it the Second House of Soviets. It no longer functioned as one of the Moscow hotels under the Bolsheviks - rather, the new Soviet bureaucrats used the Hotel Metropol building for both living quarters and office space.

It was only much later (during the 1930s) that the Hotel Metropol building was restored to its previous role as one of the functional Moscow hotels.
When 1986 came around, certain Finnish companies initiated a major restoration of the Hotel Metropol which lasted until 1991. The restoration was an offshoot of bilateral trade between the Soviets and the Finns.

At present, the Hotel Metropol is considered one of the five-star luxury Moscow hotels which has a prized location at the center of the city of Moscow itself. It is also conveniently located right across from the Bolshoi Theater, while the Kremlin and the Red Square sit just three minutes away from the Hotel Metropol if you walk. It serves both European and Russian cuisine in its three in-house restaurants.

From the airport, you require just a 45-minute drive to get to Hotel Metropol. If you disembark at the Leningradsky Railway Station, the Hotel Metropol is just 15 minutes away from that station by car.

The five-star luxury hotel designation of Hotel Metropol is no laughing matter because the hotel has garnered multiple awards from 2001 to 2006, giving recognition to this hotel with the very long history and a reputation to uphold. Among the recognition it has received are the 2002 "International Golden Trophy for Quality" in Paris; the 2003 "17th European Gold Award for Quality" also in Paris; and the 2005 "Golden Europe Award for Quality and Commercial Prestige" in Brussels. These awards are only a fitting reminder that some things in life really do get better as they age.

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The Most Expensive Hotels in the World

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By Iuri Tarabanov

Hotel business is sure a profitable one. Moreover, there are hoteliers who managed to create such rooms, which are sometimes beyond the means of even very rich people. Today we would like to bring to your attention the list of top 5 the most expensive hotels in the world.

The leader of this offhand hotel-parade is President Wilson hotel in Switzerland. The fashionable President Wilson hotel, the rooms of which have breathtaking outlooks on Lake of Geneva and Mont Blanc, is situated in the prestigious part of Geneva, not far from parks, shops and old town. The room rate in this hotel is, in principle, comparable to the other hotels, and its rooms are even mentioned in national booklets for tourists. However, a night in this royal penthouse is estimated by its owner in a truly record price of 54 000 dollars. Though, the service here is also at the royal level: the guests get to their numbers on a private elevator, and a cozy drawing room which can house about 40 guests is always ready for parties. And of course, the owners have taken care about the security of their guests: there are bullet-resistant glasses in the room with the outlook on the Lake of Geneva.

The traditional fans of glitter and spangle - Americans - are on the second place. Palms Casino hotel is situated in Las Vegas and his owner is Hugh Hefner. Hefner's property is worth about 265 million dollars. This is a 40-story high rise building with spacious rooms and luxes, the majority of which have unique viewing conditions. The eclectic mix of 7 different restaurants and bars, spa-services, fabulous swimming pool, cinemas, possibilities of organizing banquets and conferences. The casino, which occupies the territory of 95.000 square feet, will meet the requirements of all its clients. Here is the second most expensive room in the world - Hugh Hefner Sky Villa. The room is situated on the 34th floor and offers everything that is needed for the vacation in Playboy style - the items of furniture with the famous logo on them (selected personally by the owner), Jacuzzi in the open air and rotating bed. The drawing room, dining hall and bar are enclosed.

Technological, but faithful to the traditions Japanese are closing the triumvirate in this nomination. The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo, situated in Japan has become the bronze prizewinner of this honorable list. In this hotel Carlton suite room is situated which costs 20 000 dollars for a night. Its giant area of 1 292 square feet allows to fit in lots of luxurious conveniences, but its main decoration - are the views of Fuji mountain. This hotel is continually attracting the attention of press. Besides the fact, that the hotel with 248 rooms is situated in the highest building of Tokyo, the decoration of the hotel represents the mixture of European school and modern elements such as colored frescoes of the American artist Sam Francis. It is unusual for Japan. Besides everything else, there is a Diamonds-Are-Forever cocktail, with the cost of $16 000 itemized on the menu. At the bottom of the glass there is a one carat Bvlgary diamond. When ordering such a drink, one can absolutely free choose a ring passing to this diamond in any jewelry store of this company.

Martinez hotel in Cannes is on the fourth place. Here, the prices for presidential suits vary from 13 700 to 43 800 dollars. Cannes - is the place where stars like to show up, that is why the furnishings here are extravagant and impressive. There are 2 drawing rooms, 2 dining halls, four bedrooms, a Turkish bath and a sauna in the room. The rooms have outlook on the bay. As to the hotel itself, soon after its opening in 1929 it entered the number of best hotels in France. Show business stars like to stop here, at different times Gerard Depardieu, Ray Charles, Sean Connery, Laetitia Casta, Mariah Carey, Judy Foster and many other celebrities were the guests of the hotel.

And finally, the traditional addition to any list of the most expensive and most fashionable - is the hotel from Dubai hoteliers. The price of 12 250 dollars for a night gives the Emirate Palace hotel the right of being considered the most expensive one in the Middle East. With truly Arabic luxury, the best room here is covered with gold and marble and decorated with the ceiling lamps made of Swarovski crystals. Far and by, it is a real palace from the fairy tales of "1001 Nights". The Emirates Palace 5* hotel can impress with its 302 rooms of the Superior category, and 92 numbers of luxury category, combining the endless splendor of decorations and of 22 century's technologies.

There are also other hotels that offer the most unusual and crazy services. Well, if the client pays, almost anything is possible.

Iuri Tarabanov writes about interesting travel experiences. His travel locations site is http://www.tripspirit.com

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Tuesday, March 11, 2008

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Hotels - London

By David Collins

Every year, millions of tourists flock to London to take in the museums, palaces and wide variety of cultural sites - from the splendor of parliament buildings and Buckingham palace to the bustling alternative scene of Camden Town Market.

And with a wide variety of accommodation available in and around the capital, there is no shortage of places to stay. There are themed hotels within the central areas to quaint little holiday cottages around the outskirts of the city for those who are looking for peace and quiet outside of the hustle and bustle of the busy city.

There is a wide choice of hotels in London, and within the cities' transport system offering easy connection to the main tourist attractions, planning a short break to the city has never been easier.

It's always best to plan out your trip in advance - identify which attractions or areas you wish to visit and shop around for accommodation as close to where you want to visit as possible.

There are also a wide variety of hostels and cheaper hotels for those travelling on a budget, many of which are within Tube or bus distance of the main tourist attractions and bustling night-time spots - including a wide variety of clubs, theatres and music venues. So whether you're coming to the capital to catch the royal sights or simply catch a gig, the variety of accommodation available can ensure you're not too far from the happenings.

With regards to travelling around the city, it's best to take advantage of the Oyster card. This handy swipe card can be topped up in much the same way as a mobile phone top-up card.

Having one of these cards can help make your travelling easier, the fares tend to be cheaper and it practically eliminates the need to ferret about in your pockets for the right amount of change for the bus or train.

And with many stores and newsagents around London offering the chance to top-up your Oyster card instead of having to trek to a tube station in order to do so offers flexibility and the chance to top-up in preparation for a day trip.

Looking for hotels for your trip to the capital? Compare from a wide range of holiday cottages and hotels in London to help plan your perfect trip.

Monday, March 10, 2008

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Themed Rooms at The Palms, Las Vegas

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By Mike Boudet

Pony up $25,000 a night and you can stay at the Basketball-themed Hardwood Suite which features three "NBA sized" Murphy beds, a basketball court with your name written on the court itself, NBA-quality locker room with personalized jerseys for everybody in your group. Some notable celebrities that have stayed in this room include wrestler Hulk Hogan, Carmen Electra, Chris Webber and Dennis Rodman.

Basketball not your thing? Perhaps you would like to check out one of the many other unique suites such as the G-Suite which takes its design cues from the Palm's Ghost Bar, a nightclub on the 55th floor with views of the pool below through a special glass floor. The suite features a similar glass floor along with a live television feed of the action below, available for between $3,000 to $5,000 a night.

Other high-end suites include the Sky Villas with up to 9,000 square feet each with their own indoor-outdoor swimming pools that actually overhang the side of the building and have a glass end wall for maximum viewing, and the Erotica Suite which features a round rotating bed and obligatory stripper pole. I'm surprised none of the suites feature a champaign glass shaped Jacuzzi!

The Palms Hotel has been catering to celebrities since it first opened in late 2001. In 2002, it was the resort where participants of MTV's The Real World: Las Vegas stayed, and the hotel features its own world class recording studio where artists like Lil' Jon, The Killers, Michael Buble, Britney Spears and Vegas favorite Celine Dion can lay down a few tracks before hitting the town. Even if you aren't a rock star, you can still live out your rock and roll fantasy at the Palms. For an undisclosed fee, somewhere in the tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars, the hotel will arrange a "Music Fantasy" which entails having your favorite band come to the studio and record a song with you.

George Maloof, owner of the Palms Hotel recently described the "Music Fantasy" experience in a recent interview with ABC radio host Al Mancini.

He Said "We will fly a private jet to pick you up wherever in the US and you and 10 of your friends and we put you up here in the suites and you get to record with your favorite artist and eat at the finest restaurants and you stay here for 3 nights and then you get bragging rights with your CD."

But the Palms' signature suite is the new Hugh Hefner Sky Villa on the 34th floor of the Fantasy Tower. This amazing suite comes decorated with Playboy artwork selected by Mr. Hefner himself. The outdoor Jacuzzi features the Playboy logo prominently and seats you and 24 of your closest friends.

Other features of this 9,000 square foot room include a glass elevator, steam room, an exercise room, full wet bar, pop-up plasma TV's, electronically controlled drapes, a fireplace, and poker table, and even its very own private spa. All this for only $40,000 a night.

Written by Mike Boudet

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Sunday, March 2, 2008

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Enjoy An Indian Style Luxurious Stay In Taj Mahal Hotel

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India the country which evokes mixed emotions of pride and respect is as kaleidoscopic as its culture and traditions. You can fly down to this beautiful country from any corner of the world in no time. Your purpose of traveling to this nation may be as varied as business, pleasure and education. Recognizing your needs and purpose, the Taj Group of Hotels in India has devised magnificent facilities and services that cater to your multifarious interests efficiently. The Taj Mahal Hotels is a venture of the Taj Group. The Taj Mahal hotels are located in the metropolitan cities as well as in few small towns of India. This jewel of this reputed chain of hotels is the famed Taj Mahal Hotels of Mumbai.The Taj Mahal Hotels, India are acknowledged for offering guests who prefer to bask in the royal charm of India with a base which not only symbolizes comfort and luxury but also reflects upon the core Indian hospitality values like 'Athiti Devo Bhav' meaning 'Guests are God and Guests should be worshipped like God'.The Taj Hotel of Mumbai has played host to many dignitaries and top-notch officials of high repute to the nation. It is indeed the forte of the Hotel Taj Mahal that with whatever aim you arrive in India, it will facilitate your stay and serve every need and requirement of yours at its best.

You will be allured by the fabulous designs and decorations of the rooms and suites of the Taj Hotels. The Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai epitomizes all that the Taj Hotels stand for. After retiring into any of the comfortable cocoons of the Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai, you are sure to experience the royal style of living which is most particularly associated with the Maharajas or the royalties of the nation. However, what accentuates the pleasure of stay is the assorted mix of old and new. The colorful paintings and carved wooden furniture, tapestries and trimmings lend a royal look to the rooms. The smart addition of contemporary amenities makes them ultra sophisticated.

The Taj Mahal Hotels are also the gateway to explore the refined culinary art of the nation. The Taj Hotels feature a wide gamut of food and drink outlets which along with providing a rich choice of multi cuisine recipes also offer you different dining settings to suit your mood. Formal or casual - whichever dining mood you have the Hotel Taj Mahal is all there for you.

The Taj Hotels of India are widely acclaimed among the corporate guests. The Taj Hotel offers wide-ranging business amenities incorporating cutting edge business equipments, efficient secretarial services and banquet facilities. It extends invaluable assistance to its esteemed professional guests and ensures optimum customer satisfaction.

Realizing that your tour to India can not have only one reason or facet, the Taj Mahal Hotels also provide you with a complete fun and entertainment solutions. Indoor and outdoor games, spa therapies, sightseeing tours are to name a few facilities of the complete recreation package.

With these and more the Taj Mahal Hotel will make a special place for itself in your heart and you are sure to say that it was one of your best Indian holiday experiences.

Just as traveling to any place in any corner of the world requires thorough and relevant information regarding the same, traveling to India too demands in the first place a detailed know-how about the Travel to India.

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