Wine and art combine at luxury Thai hotel

Holidaymakers staying at the Anantara Resort and Spa at Hua Hin in Thailand may enjoy a new collaboration between the resort and members of the art and wine world.

The Monsoon Valley Art Series is a team-up between the Siam Winery and internationally renowned artist Christopher Hogan and follows a successful night of a Monsoon Valley Wine tasting held at the hotel a few months ago.

"The evening was such a success with the guests fully endorsing the wine, the surroundings and our resident artist, we jokingly said it would be great to bottle the feeling of the whole evening - and here we are one year later launching three limited edition wines inspired from that very first evening," said general manager of the resort Tim Boda.

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Development of Satyajit Ray movie trail announced

People who have booked flights to Kolkata may find that they are able to follow a trail dedicated to the work of Satyajit Ray, one of India's most famous directors.

Asian Lite reported that the West Bengal government has prioritised the project, which will pay homage to the iconic director and composer who is known throughout the film industry.

The news provider revealed that Ray's son Sandip and one of his former crew members are helping to identify the locations used in some of his movies. During his lifetime, Ray directed 37 films and wrote more than 40, as well as being involved in the composition of movie scores.

He was given an honorary Academy Award shortly before his death in 1992 for his contribution to film making. An official from the West Bengal government explained that the trail taking tourists along a route to see some of the locations from Ray's movies is likely to start in the Shantiniketan district of Kolkata.

Book flights to India and visit the Temple State

Holidaymakers who are set to visit India in the near future may wish to note the comments of one travel expert, who says Tamil Nadu is "brimming with life".

Jenny Coad, writing for the Daily Mail, states that Tamil Nadu - also known as the Temple State, located in southern India - is an "assault on the senses".

Visitors to the area - to the east of the well-known city of Kerala - can sample the delights of delicious food from street vendors, soak up the rich culture of the area by visiting one of the multitude of temples on offer or even soaking up the sun on the beach in Tranquebar.

She adds: "If you've come to India to find yourself, Pondi is the place. It's a place of meditation; the idea is to live in peace and harmony."

An abundance of temples and monuments with a history dating back several thousand years adorn the landscape of Tamil Nadu, making the area one of the most enchanting regions of India, Tamil Nadu Tourism states.

Global hotel chain to open new Koh Phangan resort

Those who have booked flights to Thailand have no doubt looked into the possibility of attending one if the island's infamous Full Moon Parties.

Holidaymakers who seek a spot of relaxation after partying the night away may find that the new Best Western Phanganburi Resort and Spa - which is set to open in November 2010 - is the perfect place for them.

"Our newest resort is ideal for party-goers who want to enjoy a peaceful sanctuary after a wild night," a company spokesperson states. Boasting a tropical beach front, two swimming pools, a spa, a beach restaurant and pool bar, all 105 rooms at the Phanganburi resort are just a stone's throw away from Haad Rin Beach - the location of the monthly Full Moon Party.

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Southall Travel Bags “Favourite Tour Operator to India” Award

The UK-based Southall Travel does not show any signs of letting up on its marathon award winning spree. The company bagged the prestigious Incredible India Award at the 13th Eastern Eye Annual Asian Business Awards event held in London on 26th March 2010. The accolade which the agency received for being the ‘Favourite Tour Operator to India’ was jointly presented by Rt. Hon. Sadiq Khan (Member Parliament) Minster of State for Transport & Mr. Ramniklal Solanki – CBE, Editor in chief Eastern Eye. The event was attended by over a 700 strong audience.

Eastern Eye, part of Britain’s largest Asian publishing house has been an iconic brand for more than 20 years and provides an extensive coverage on British - Asian business affairs through an admired weekly newspaper in the UK and a highly popular website. The Conservative Party chief executive, Mr Andrew Feldman, was among the numerous dignitaries adorning this star studded event. Mr Feldman also delivered the grace prior to a lavish four course dinner that absolutely befitted this occasion. This award ceremony saw Southall Travel rubbing shoulders with some of the top Asian business initiatives in the United Kingdom. Perceived to be experts in flights, hotels and packages, this UK travel agent has emerged as a piping hot shopping choice especially for people seeking flights to India.

The award holds further significance in the light of the fact that Southall Travel becomes one of those elite Asian businesses that have shown tremendous potential in the face of a depressed economy. Upon receiving the award, Mr. Shuban Kotwal, General Manager – Tour Operations expressed his high appreciation for strong faith that traveller’s repose in the company. “This award is a remarkable achievement and Southall Travel would like to thank all those who trusted us with their travel needs and our company will remain committed to consistently providing the superior quality travel services”, observed Mr. Kotwal.

On a daily basis, Southall Travel aids approximately 1000 people with their travel itineraries. The website of the company, http://www.southalltravel.co.uk is flooded with travel related information, cheap flights offers for holidays to India and rest of Asia, package deals to some of the most sought after Asian destinations.

Southalltravel.co.uk Wins The Best Consolidator Award 2009 by Kenya Airways

In what is seen as another leap forward, the UK based Southall Travel has recently bagged the ‘Best Consolidator’ Award for 2009 from Kenya Airways, one of the most renowned air carriers in Africa. Mr. Bruce Watson, Sales Manager UK and Ireland, Kenya Airways presented the award to Mr. Jaymin Borkhatria, Director of Sales, Southall Travel at an agency-appreciation lunch and awards ceremony organised by the airline at the Simpson’s-in-the-Strand, London. Also present at the event were Ms. Salina Hussein, the Key Account Manager for Southall Travel at Kenya Airways, and the representatives of some of the distinguished travel agencies in the country.

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Jet Airways unveils new menu

Anyone who has booked flights to India with Jet Airways will soon be able to sample a new menu on its services, the company has revealed.

The new menu will be rolled out on April 1st, offering hot hors d'ouvres for the first time. In 2009, the airline collaborated with Michelin-starred chef Yves Mattagne to revamp its food, with a host of western dishes designed to complement the carrier's Indian meals.

Jet Airways prides itself on offering haute cuisine and fine dining to its passengers, with "ultra-high levels of service". Additionally, the organisation revealed that, as of February, it had experienced 31 per cent growth in its international traffic year on year.

British passengers can book flights to Delhi or Mumbai from London Heathrow with the airline.

Anyone who wants to travel in comfort may want to splash out on the premiere class, which boasts flat beds and a state-of-the-art entertainment system for each passenger.