Udaipur The White City

Rajasthan has been a popular place for both international and domestic travellers to visit over the past twenty years. Part of its charm is that, regardless of the number of travellers who pass through these parts, it continues to retain that olde worlde feel; that sense of stepping into a time many years ago. It’s not that long since Maharajas and Maharanas ruled much of this state, and the opulence and grandeur of those times is still apparent.

Udaipur is one of the key destinations for any visitor to Rajasthan, along with Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar and Jaisalmer. Its former status as the capital of the Mewar Kingdom ensures there is plenty to experience by way of royal residences, as well as what Udaipur is famous for – lakes.

In fact, Udaipur is so synonymous with this ecological feature that its alternative name is the City of Lakes. In terms of its geographic location, it’s about 400 kilometres (250 miles) from Jaipur (the state capital), and 250 kilometres (150 miles) from the state capital of Gujarat, Ahmedabad.

When travelling through and exploring Rajasthan, Udaipur is well worth a couple of nights’ stay at least. And without doubt one of the best places to put up is at the Sheraton Udaipur Palace Resort.

Located near Fateh Sagar lake, the Sheraton offers all you could want from a luxury hotel. When choosing your room you have a choice of selecting a Superior Room, Deluxe Room, Club Room or Suite. We recommend the suite if you want to be kind to yourself. These are much larger than all the other rooms, and as you would expect, have additional amenities. However, the best thing about them is the view, as they’re positioned so that you can see Fateh Sagar Lake and the Aravalli mountains.

Dining at the Sheraton Udaipur Palace Resort is a delight, with Wok by the Lake being our personal favourite – both due to its scenic location and the oriental cuisine it dishes up.

The friendly staff at the Sheraton Udaipur Palace Resort will be willing to advise you on activities to do in and around the city, including Rajasthani folk dance performances, visits to the local palaces, and day trips to forts in the surrounding area such as Kumbhalgarh. For more Inforamtion on Udaipur contact Swan Tours – one of the leading travel agents in India.

Taj Holiday Village in Goa

Vivanta by Taj Holiday Village Goa

In North Goa there’s plenty going on, and it sometimes has a reputation for nightlife and crowds. However, there are still plenty of havens of peace and quietude. These places offer a sanctuary of serenity and an environment within which to rest and relax, whilst enjoying whatever side of Goa suits your needs.
One such hotel is the Taj Holiday Village in Goa. This Vivanta by Taj property is located on what can almost be described as a peninsula, in the Candolim area of North Goa. From here, Fort Aguada is almost walking distance, and Calangute and Baga are a short taxi or scooter ride away.
As suggested by its name, the Taj Holiday Village in Goa is a series of villas and cottages scattered over a vast expanse of luxurious, green grounds. Each of these 142 buildings has been designed and created using Goan and Portuguese architectural features, which endow the area with a relaxed atmosphere. There are Superior Charm Cottages, Premium Indulgence Cottages (with sea view or garden view), Deluxe Allure Villas, and Premium Temptation Villas. However, our personal favorite is the Luxury Bliss Villa, which sits solitarily looking out at the ocean. The Luxury Bliss Villa, has everything you could want from beachside accommodation.
After settling into your room, the next most important aspect of any hotel is the food. Well, the Vivanta by Taj Holiday Village Goa doesn’t disappoint in this area either. There’s the Beach House which specialises in Goan cuisine, the Banyan Tree which does a great Thai, Drift Bar which takes care of your thirst, and Caravela which offers multi-cuisine and overlooks the sea.
If you’re holidaying with family, and you want somewhere for your children to enjoy themselves, this hotel has a great thing called the Jungle Jam. Here there’s not only an activity area, but also a special restaurant with a menu including pizza and burgers.
The hotel also has a fitness centre and a sports complex, which means you can play pool, table tennis, squash, volleyball, cricket or golf. There’s also the obligatory outdoor swimming pool, and easy access to the beach.
Once you decide to venture outside the hotel, they can help you to arrange itineraries and tours according to what you want. For more Information on Hotels in Goa, Contact Swan Tours one of the leading travel agents in India.