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Monday, October 12, 2009
Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge;Pokhara
conservation ethos. It has won several prestigious awards including the PATA Heritage and Culture Gold Award and the Conde Nast Traveler magazine Ecotourism Award. With just nineteen rooms, this luxury boutique hotel provides extreme comfort and total attention to personal service. The Lodge provides a base for diverse activities including walks and day hikes, micro-light flight, golf, tennis, spa therapy, bird watching, fishing, sightseeing in Pokhara, fine food and dining in the hotel’s award-winning restaurant.
The comfortable rooms are arranged around the hilltop in hand-cut stone bungalows, blending into their surroundings for total privacy. Sited to maximise the breathtaking views and set in natural gardens, all the rooms have a spacious verandas, adjoining bathroom and are furnished with a twin or king sized beds. The lodge is the ideal retreat for honeymoon couples and those wanting smart discreet service in comfortable surroundings. Features include the highest quality Tibetan hand-knotted wool carpets in traditional designs, and original watercolours of the region by the British artist Luke Piper. For pure relaxation, Tiger Mountain Spa services include a range of massage treatments in the privacy of your own room, personal yoga sessions and meditation training. What could be better than an ayurvedic massage to ease tired limbs as part of a post-trek relaxation programme?
The Main Lodge is the focal point for relaxing, with its cosy central fireplace, comfortable seating areas and bar, arranged around an exclusive Nepali-style courtyard. Decorated with local designs, there is an airy dining room and plenty of outdoor terraces for meals al fresco. A special feature is Colonel Jimmy's Library, containing a unique collection of Himalayan mountaineering literature and photographs belonging to the late Col. J.O.M. Roberts, the father of trekking and founder of Mountain Travel Nepal. As well as providing stylish accommodation, conservation and eco-tourism are actively promoted and the Lodge pioneers environmentally responsible and sustainable tourism practices in the Nepal Himalaya. 
Terraced and planted with indigenous shrubs, bamboo and fruit trees, the natural gardens emulate the local landscape and are a haven for wildlife. There are plenty of strategic viewpoints to enjoy a drink, or simply to meditate on the majestic white peaks. There is a secluded swimming pool that reflects the famous Machhapuchhare mountain in its limpid waters. Activities at Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge include walks and village visits lead by expert local guides that can explain the flora, fauna and rich culture of the area. All the guides are keen bird watchers and welcome guests on birding walks. The lodge’s tranquil setting is a haven for artists and writers as well as for those who wish to experience the village lifestyle of rural Nepal
Award-winning meals feature locally supplied organically grown products of the highest standards. Fresh herbs and salads come from the Lodge’s own organic gardens. Fruits and vegetables are grown in the village. Breakfast is in the English tradition and lunch is a Nepali buffet of a range of authentic dishes using local spices. An alternate light lunch of fresh salads and soups is available on request. Dinner is a daily changing table d’hôte menu including traditional European and British cuisine. Special healthy-eating menu options are available on request. The kitchen welcomes special requests and personal favourites as well as offering a range of menus for children, vegetarians and those with special dietary needs.
TIGER TOPS JUNGLE LODGE;CHITWAN
Introduction:
Established in the early 60s in the lush sub-tropical jungles of the Terai of Nepal for wildlife enthusiasts, Tiger Tops Jungle Lodge is the pioneer wildlife safari lodge of Nepal and Asia . Tiger Tops is located in the heart of Nepal ’s premier Chitwan National Park ; a world heritage site and provides sensible comfort and skilled staff to ensure the finest wildlife safaris in Asia today . Chitwan is one of Asia ’s richest and most spectacular wildlife sanctuaries and in 2003 iExplore, rated this park as one of the best “Wildlife Safari Destinations of the World”. Tiger Tops Jungle Lodge (TTJL), in common with the entire Tiger Mountain Group, practices environmentally responsible and sustainable conservation tourism. Our lodges and camps are used as models throughout Asia . Tiger Tops Jungle Lodge’s famous tree houses and bungalows are built with sustainable natural materials. The lodge has twenty guest rooms with double, single and triple bed options available. Each room has solar powered reading lamps, ceiling fans, attached modern bathrooms equipped with solar-heated showers. The Lodge’s photovoltaic solar power plant is the largest in Nepal . A feature of the lodge is the circular Dining Hall and Bar called a Gol Ghar with its huge domed roof and central open hearth; a special place to relax with friends and discuss the day’s adventures and wildlife seen. The lodge has a reputed kitchen that serves a range of western and Nepali cuisine utilizing fresh organic food supplies, some from Tiger Mountain Organic Farms – the company’s organic demonstration and development farms are located just outside the park at Meghauli and adjacent toTiger Tops Tharu Lodge. All meals, tea, coffee, hot chocolate and light snacks are included in the rate. Special menus are available for children, those with special dietary needs and the kitchen can also supply a range of Japanese dishes on request. The fully stocked bar will provide international cocktails and a range of special local ones such as the renowned Tiger Tops Special. A selection of wines is also available. Each evening a range of complimentary snacks and nibbles are provided to go with evening drinks before dinner. The bar remains open until the last guest retires. As the focus of the Lodge is wildlife safaris, you can expect the finest naturalists and guides available in Nepal. Unlike any other lodge in Chitwan, all Tiger Tops’ naturalists have passed a rigorous examination and have more individual years’ experience than the combined expertise of many other organizations. With highly trained elephants, environmentally cared-for vehicles and safe river boats, safaris can cover the surrounding jungles in search of Chitwan’s wildlife – the Royal Bengal Tiger, Asian One-horned Rhinoceros, Indian bison – known as Gaur in Nepal – Sloth Bear, Leopard, Golden backed Jackal, four deer species and a wealth of bird life. One of the highlights of a visit to Tiger Tops is a jungle walk with an expert naturalist to spot rare birds and learn the diverse uses of local plants for medical and culinary purposes. Apart from being a tourism organization, Tiger Tops Jungle Lodge is also the initiator of “Responsible” or “Sustainable Tourism” in Nepal long before Ecotourism became a buzzword. Tiger Tops, in association with the UK charity International Trust for Nature Conservation (ITNC), conducts a range of research programmes and data collection, making this available to national authorities, individual researchers and other charities. The lodge has been recognized internationally as a leader in anti-poaching, wildlife crime and conservation activities. Tiger Tops, although located in the remote jungle, employs many local staff and is honoured to have been part of the community for over 40 years. The Lodge organizes and supports a range of community programmes, education, rural health, family planning and other activities to enhance rural livelihoods and sustainability of the community. Nothing can quite capture the mystical experience of travelling through the primeval grasslands of Chitwan atop an elephant that is rumbling its suspicions that a tiger is on the prowl in the first light of day. Come and experience this magic with Nepal ’s leading conservation organisation supported through tourism.
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Pokhara View Garden Hotel;Pokhara,Lakeside
Description for Pokhara View Garden Hotel:
Positioned in the lakeside overlooking the Himalayas, the Pokhara View Garden Hotel is a perfect venue for a pleasant as well as relaxing stay.
Location
Located in the serene and residential street near the Lakeside Baidam, this hotel is in the heart of Pokhara and just minutes from the airport.
Rooms
After a day with lots of activities, you can relax at the guestrooms that are furnished with all facilities to ensure comfort and luxury. Most of these rooms offer spectacular views of the Annapurna and the great Himalayan range.
Restaurant
Guests at this hotel can start off their day with a luscious breakfast that is served at the hotel in a casual atmosphere.
General
During leisure, you can visit the Phewa Lake, the magnificent fish-tailed summit of Machhapuchhre and many other attractions that are in vicinity from this property.
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BUDDHA MAYA GARDENS;LUMBINI
Description for Buddha Maya Gardens Lumbini:
Set in a 4 acres of wooded land and presenting charming accommodation, the Buddha Maya Gardens is a wonderful place for a reviving holiday.
Location
Located in a calm and serene area of Lumbini World Heritage garden peripheral, the Buddha Maya Gardens is close to the sanctum of the sacred pilgrimage. The hotel is only a 10-minute walk from the Mayadevi Temple, the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
Rooms
All rooms at Buddha Maya are completely equipped to ensure you maximum comfort and peace all through your stay. The rooms also include a wide balcony offering magnificent views of the sunset and sacred garden.
Restaurant
Guests can dine on the delicious food at the Sunset Restaurant that overlooks the beautiful garden.
The hotel offers a well-equipped business centre as well as a conference room with a capacity to accommodate up to 60 people. At leisure, just take a stroll in the Tharu Village to observe age-old culture and tradition or simply enjoy a good book at the Buddha Library. You can even enjoy the breath taking magnificent sunset over the vast horizon of terai paddy fields from the hotel's wide veranda.
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MARUNI SANCTUARY LODGE;CHITWAN
Description for Maruni Sanctuary Lodge Chitwan:
Traditionally decorated and offering comfortable accommodation amidst a mighty forest, the Maruni Sanctuary Lodge invites you to spend a memorable stay in this natural wonder.
Location
Located in one of the least disturbed areas of Chitwan, the Maruni Sanctuary Lodge is excellently housed in Sauraha. This lodge is placed between 2 villages of Rana Tharu Community.
Rooms
Beautifully designed and equipped with standard amenities, the rooms at Maruni Sanctuary Lodge makes you enjoy an unique feeling of relaxation.
Restaurant
Guests can dine on the delicious meals served at the restaurant while the on-site bar offers good selection of drinks for you to enjoy.
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KATHMANDU GUEST HOUSE
Description for Kathmandu Guest House Kathmandu:
Providing all the modern facilities and conveniences, this property is an ideal place for a wonderful and enjoyable vacation.
Location
Located in the heart of the city, the Kathmandu Guest House is within walking distance from the Royal Palace, Kathmandu Durbar Square as well as major shopping areas, while the airport is 15 minutes away.
Rooms
This hotel offers 120 immaculate accommodation units that are endowed with all the essential amenities to assure you immense pleasure throughout your stay.
Restaurant
Guests can relish delicious cuisine in an elegant setting of the on-site restaurant. You can relax at the cafe with snacks and beverages as well as sip on various drinks at the cosy bar.
General
After an exhausting day, you can avail the massage service or wander through the beautiful garden.
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Monday, October 5, 2009
HOTEL YAK AND YETI
Description :
Hotel Yak and Yeti, is a premier five-star deluxe oasis in the heart of Kathmandu, Nepal. Modern day sophistication greets cultural heritage in the ample grounds of the 100-year-old palace and newly designed structure of the hotel. Find refuge among antique fountains, gilded temples and emerald gardens as you remain just moments away from all the shops and adventure of the Kathmandu city, located at Durbar Marg.
A 120-room hotel with 5 star amenities started it’s operation in 01st September, 1977. After a successful run of 12 years, the need was felt to enhance the hotel’s size and facilities.
Now an extension of 150 deluxe rooms and suites have been built (designed to harmonize with the special features of the Lal Durbar) to supplement the existing accommodation, bringing the total number of rooms available in the hotel to 270 rooms.
Along with the construction of the new (Durbar) wing, a brand new porte-cochere, lobby, a new lobby bar, shopping arcade, an atrium, a second swimming pool and two tennis courts have also been constructed, whilst the Café Restaurant has been extended and upgraded, along with the refurbishment of the existing guest room wing. Following this renovation program is the inclusion of a brand new Club Nirvana Fitness Center complete with state-of-the-art gymnasium and spa. Hotel Yak & Yeti has a comprehensive Business Centre and is the first hotel in Kathmandu offering a much sought after exclusive Executive floor and Club Shangri-La. Facilities on this floor include 24-hour butler service, a private lounge for breakfast and cocktails, a boardroom, and in-room outlets for fax machines and computers, which can be rented.
With the historic character of the hotel and the new and upgraded facilities, the Yak & Yeti will continue to be the city’s leading luxury business and leisure hotel. Although it is an ultra modern hotel, the traditional Nepali architectural features have been preserved.
Some of the display carved windows are more than 200 years old. It captures the old charm and style of Kathmandu, while providing the international quality standards of accommodation and dining facilities.
The embodiment of history, legend and tradition, the Hotel Yak and Yeti is a perfect blend of contemporary international standards and time-honored tradition. Explore Nepal's rich cultural heritage while finding solace in the luxurious comfort of this former Rana Palace.
Rest in the neo-classical Lal Durbar or Red Palace, built more than a century ago by the then Prime Minister Bir Shumshere Jung Bahadur Rana. A centerpiece of the Yak and Yeti's impressive hotel, the meticulously restored, Lal Durbar now houses two historic restaurants, banquet rooms, a grand ballroom and casino. Comfortably manicured rooms, striking Himalayan views, and its premier location make the Yak and Yeti an obvious destination for business and for travel.
Rooms at Hotel Yak & Yeti
Yak & Yeti's 270 rooms and suites have been carefully appointed to the highest degree of comfort and convenience. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, International Direct Dial telephones, color television and a fully stocked mini bar.
Guests travelling on official matters can make use of the business centre that offers two well appointed meeting rooms and a privately equipped office space. The hotel also provides excellent banquet facilities that cater to your private events. Leisure facilities include tennis courts, swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and a fitness centre, complete with state-of-the-art gymnasium and spa.
All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, International Direct Dial telephones, color television and a fully stocked mini bar. Guests travelling on official matters can make use of the business centre that offers two well appointed meeting rooms and a privately equipped office space. The hotel also provides excellent banquet facilities that cater to your private events.
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Club Shangri-La Rooms
Deluxe Rooms
Superior Room
Room Details:
- No. of guest rooms 270
- No. of floors 5
- No. of guest elevators 4
- Checkout time 1200 hrs
- Check-in time 1300 hr
GOKARNA FOREST RESORT(5 STAR)
Description about gokarna forest resort(5 star):
Creating an ideal atmosphere for a relaxing stay, this attractive property is the right choice of accommodation, while visiting Kathmandu.
Location
Nestled within the Gokarna Forest amongst majestic trees on the edge of a plateau, the Gokarna Forest Resort Kathmandu overlooks the grassed valley. The Bandevi Temple, Naag Isthan, Poudail Kuldevta as well as the Kanti Bhairab Temple are the major attractions in Kathmandu.
Rooms
This hotel offers immaculate accommodation units that are endowed with all the essential amenities to assure you immense pleasure throughout your stay.
Restaurant
Guests can relish delicious cuisine in an elegant setting of the on-site restaurant. Sip your favourite drink at the cosy bar, which is also an ideal place to relax.
General
The hotel offers well-equipped conference rooms for organising your business meetings. The hotels spa and health club includes Ayurvedic treatments, massage rooms, beauty treatment centre, gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna, steam rooms as well as jacuzzi to revive your body, mind and spirit.
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Monday, September 7, 2009
HOTEL ANNAPURNA-NEPAL
History:
For over 2000 years, the name Annapurna has symbolized all that is glorious in Nepal, a name that celebrates Nepalese culture in its many form. Establishing base camp at a gracious sanctuary in the heart of the city, situated on an expanse of 5.53 acres at Durbar Marg, the hotel is in the vicinity of embassies, consulates, key government offices and airlines offices. It is also in close proximity to the city’s financial district. Since it opened in 1965, Hotel de l’Annapurna has created its own unique history. From Maharajas and Princes to various Kings, Presidents, CEOs and entertainers, Annapurna has played the perfect host, supportive of their every need. Built in 1965, the hotel is an architectural marvel and has an exclusive pagoda styled roof reflecting the local culture. The hotel is a gracious landmark of Kathmandu, showcasing contemporary Nepalese influences along with Tibetian “Thangkhas” paintings creating an atmosphere of beauty and serenity.]
The Overview:
Named after Annapurna, the Goddess of Plenty and situated on an expanse of 5.5 acres, Hotel De L’Annapurna’s central location and proximity to the airport and the Royal Palace provides convenience and comfort for both leisure and business travelers. Embodying the true spirit of Nepal, this hotel provides a haven of relaxation amidst the city’s exhilarating cultural delights.
Annapurna provides the finest personal service and facilities in Kathmandu. The atmosphere is warm and relaxed and the ambience embraces the uniqueness of Nepalese culture. The variety of services offered will enable you to create your own experience.
The hotel includes suites, Deluxe Rooms and Superior Rooms with modern amenities. The hotel specializes in Chinese, Indian and Continental cuisine . Complimenting the hotel’s services and facilities is The Cake Shop that offers the widest range of lip smacking cakes, pastries and confectionery products in the city.
Hotel Dwarika-Nepal
Nepal has eight World Heritage sites and has won two Heritage Awards. One for the Medieval City of Bhaktapur and the other for The Dwarika's Hotel.
The magnificence of The Dwarika's is its buildings of intricate carved wood and terracotta work that must have taken 10 million hours of the best craftsmen in Nepal. Every brick is handmade and every piece of wood work a centuries old original. But The Dwarika's is also about intimate luxury and the spirit and hospitality of the Nepali people.
The spirit of a bygone era still echoes within its courtyards where a terracotta pillar: a first of its kind, stands proud, an example of superb craftsmanship.
Dwarika Das Shrestha, the founder of The Dwarika's Hotel whose spirit and passion laid out the master plan of this unique place and who gave the best part of his life to build it, leading hundreds of the best builders and craftsmen.
HISTORY OF A MISSION:
In 1952, the late Dwarika Das Shrestha was out jogging when he came upon some carpenters sawing off the carved portion of an intricately engraved wooden pillar. It had been part of an old building which had been torn down to make room for a modern structure. Amidst the rubble, lay the bits and pieces of exquisitely carved woodwork several centuries old, ready to be carted off as firewood as the carpenters were merely trying to salvage reusable wood.
As he stood amidst the ruins, Dwarika Das Shrestha experienced all the anguish that a sensitive soul feels when witnessing the destruction of the sublime and the beautiful by wanton and crass commercialism of modern times. He was confronted with the visible signs of destruction of an ancient culture which still lived in him as part of his heritage. Kathmandu's Newari art and traditions have a rich legacy of exquisite wood carvings, distinctive temples, sculpture, bronze works, terra-cotta work and the unique lifestyle of its people itself. Seeing the beautiful carvings destroyed, he could not control himself. Out of sheer impulse, he gave the carpenters the new lumber that they required and took the old ruined carved pillar.
This impulse, born from the inner anguish of his spirit, became progressively a hobby, a passion and a lifetime work. As soon as he heard that an ancient building was going to be torn down to make way for a modern structure, he would rush to the spot and buy as much of the ancient wood carvings as he could before they were sold as firewood or lost in other ways for ever. If he was able to buy only a part of an artistic work because other pieces had been lost or he did not have enough money, he would still do so and try to recover the missing parts later. Often he would discover their historic significance in the process. In one instance, he was able to trace and acquire a missing piece after twenty-five years.
As his collection grew, Dwarika Das Shrestha was faced with the problem of storing these bulky works of art which were scattered all over his garden in makeshift sheds. It was then he decided to construct a building in the old Newari style of Kathmandu using the carved doors and windows he had rescued from destruction. The edifice which was built to give the ancient works of art a new life is now one among several buildings of Dwarika's Village Hotel. These buildings contain some of the best woodworks of olden times restored to life and made to function for a modern age within the traditional architectural setting.
Hotel Shangrila-Nepal
Deluxe Room
Executive Club Room
Junior Suite
Deluxe Suite
Superior Room
Deluxe Room
Executive Club Room
Junior Suite
Deluxe Suite
Shambala Garden Cafe
Saffron - An Indian Restaurant
Lost Horizon Bar
Coffee & Cakes - Patisserie
Sammelan Hall
Baithak Hall
Desmond Doig Room
The Business Center
Shambhala Garden Cafe
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
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