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Submitted by: Shijith Gupta

This is part 2 of the list of interesting, quiet places you can visit during Diwali. In the last edition, we spoke of places close to those living in Bangalore and Chennai. In this edition, well share some great weekend getaways for those living in Delhi and Mumbai.

From Mumbai

Alibaug

If you live in Mumbai, Alibaug is just three hours by car. If you like beaches, then this is the proverbial beautiful beach town. Its on the same latitude as Mumbai so you neednt worry about the weather. What you should focus on, instead, are the breath- taking beaches. When its low tide, people love to head out to Kolaba Fort. This is a magnificent structure with a lot of historical and cultural significance. If you like some more action, you can also drive down to Nagaon Beach for water sports. If youre the quiet type and love long walks alongside beaches with a book in tow, try Akshi Beach. Dont miss the Kamarkar Museum. They have a wonderful collection of sculptures.

Where to stay: Conde Nast Traveller recommends The Radisson Blu Resort and Spa thats spread over 16 acres. It houses the iconic Mandala spa.

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Alibaug (+91 2141 302400; www.radissonblu.com) Doubles from Rs 8,999

Matheran

Prefer hill stations to beaches? Then Matheran is for you. You can enjoy beautiful views from mountain tops. Every mountain perch offers a view that befits a postcard. You can also spot the charming Hanuman Langur here. Like all cosy hill stations, the best way to get around Matheran is by foot. Go for a picnic in the gardens, take pictures at Louisa Point or just walk along Charlotte Lake.

Where to stay: Conde Nast Traveller recommends The Verandah in The Forest, a beautiful heritage hotel.

The Verandah in the Forest, Barr House, Matheran (+91 2148 230 810; http://the-verandah-in-the forest.neemranahotels.com) Doubles from Rs 4,000

From Delhi

Rishikesh

Those into yoga and spirituality may have heard of Rishikesh. Dubbed the Yoga Capital of the World, it boasts innumerable ashrams and offers a variety of yoga and meditation classes. The Ganges flows through Rishikesh, and is flanked by green, forested hills. This scene inspires calm and an attitude of seeking among yoga devotees and those looking for quiet. Every night sadhus perform a fire offering ritual on the river. This is a beautiful, haunting sight. Learning yoga, the sitar, the table, and even laughter therapy, Rishikesh has much to offer to those who seek to expand the soul and the mind.

Where to Stay: Conde Nast Traveller recommends Ananda, a lovely destination spa near Rishikesh. It has rooms with spectacular views, and is surrounded by the Sal forest. Ananda has been ranked as No.1 Destination Spa in the World at the Conde Nast Traveller Readers Spa Awards (UK).Through a variety of exotic treatments and therapies on offer, the spa claims to mix the healing touch of the East with the pampering of the West.

Ananda Global Reservations, The Palace Estate, Narendra Nagar, Tehri Garhwal, Uttaranchal (+91 124 451 6650; www.anandaspa.com) Doubles from Rs 16,20

Corbett

Established in 1936, Corbett Tiger Reserve is Indias first national park. It is named after iconic British hunter Jim Corbett. In his famous book, The Man-eaters of Kumaon, he created a legend that stirs emotions till this day. Corbett protected the villagers from ferocious, man-eating tigers. But Corbett had a change of heart at one point and turned his focus on ecological conservation.

If youre lucky, you will sight a tiger. There are 200+ tigers in the reserve. Thats not all; there are lots of birds and animals to sight including wild elephants, sloth bears, peacocks and otters. You may also spot leopards and crocodiles. Camera, mosquito repellent and lots of drinking water is a good idea.

Where to stay: Conde Nast Traveller recommends The Country Inn, a luxurious and eco-friendly resort that lets you experience comfort in the wilderness. Its tree-top cottages, reaching 50 feet into the sky, are most popular. But the hotel also offers regular rooms, suites and cottages. The Inn also organizes trips and excursions, which include hot air ballooning, horse riding, elephant rides and jeep safari.

Country Inn Corbett,Zero Garjia, Dhikuli, Ram Nagar, District Nainital, Uttarakhand (+91 5947 284140; www.countryinn.in) Doubles from Rs 8,500

And if you change your mind and drive south, you can explore misty, beautiful Coorg with its green hills, coffee estates, exotic flora and fauna, and the spicy cuisine. Dont forget to drive down to Amanvana Spa, our luxury resort near Kushalnagar where we currently have an offer running from Oct 16-26 for an additional 10% off. Book now if youre interested!

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About the Author: Shijith Gupta, a writer by profession, contributes actively to our blog. Through his writings, he seeks to capture the element of soulfulness that underlies everything at Amanvana. Website :

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What is a Condotel?

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What is a Condotel? Is it a condominium? Is it a hotel?

Well its a combination of both. Its also one of the hottest types of investment properties around the world and now available in Philippines.

Pacific Concord Properties Incs Lancaster Suites in Metro Manila is a condo Hotel (Condotel) in Shaw Boulevard close to the Ortigas Center. Scheduled for opening this year, prices at Lancaster have appreciated very rapidly, almost 100% in the last 3 years.

You buy a condominium as a vacation home within a hotel type property and the condominium is rented out by the hotel when you are not there. Many condo hotels have superior amenities like spas, health and fitness centers, restaurants and business centers. The Lancaster Suites is also set to provide an expanded array of hotel services such as valet, concierge and maid service.

Condo hotel unit owners can receive revenue from participating in the condo hotels rental program, helping to offset their ownership expenses and the surplus resulting in a annual return on their investments. The operator of the rental program, in exchange for a 40% share of the revenue, markets the units as a hotel, takes reservations, operates the front desk, staffs and maintains the entire property, and provides the services hotel guests expect, such as housekeeping, food and beverage, and concierge.

If you want the best price and the widest selection, your best bet is to purchase a condo hotel in early preconstruction stages. Nearly all developers begin selling their condo hotel units 18 to 24 months before construction is complete. One such development in the Philippines is Lancaster – The Atrium which is now offering its Condotel suites for sale. By reserving a condo hotel unit at this stage, youll be able to pay todays prices for tomorrows real estate. Of course, that also means youll have a bit of a wait before you can use your condo hotel vacation home, but the real estate appreciation can yield a very healthy return.

The Lancaster Atrium Suites are now available on the very affordable and competitive New Payment Plan that provides for Suites to be purchased on a No Interest No Down Payment basis with 67% of the payment payable over 60 equal consecutive monthly installments without interest and the 33% balance payable upon turnover of the unit or to be paid over an additional 5 years from turnover through our hassle free no prequalification In-House Finance Plans

All payments will be made to the Lancaster Suites Manila Atrium Tower A Equitable PCI Bank Escrow Trust Account. It is anticipated, given the track record on sales of Tower I Units that property appreciation for initial buyers of Tower A Atrium Units will be at least 70-80% on completion and 100% on turnover of units from December 2009/2010

If anyone is interested to join us or host any of the Lancaster Philippines Condo Hotel Investment Forums please do not hesitate to contact us.

Beth Collingz

Director – PLC International Marketing Networks

Pacific Concord Properties Inc., Manila Head OfficeShaw Boulevard. Mandaluyong City.Metro Manila. Philippines 1552Phone: Manila [63 2] 717 1958Fax: Manila [63 2] 718 1828Email: plcsales@pldtdsl.nethttp://www.lancastersuites.comhttp://www.plcglobalpinoy.comhttp://www.condotel-rentals.com

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