Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Destination India can be a great experience


India is a diverse country and has tremendous promise both as a business as well as a tourist destination. The country is a tourist magnet where tourists from all over the world throng to check out the innumerable options that are available to them in terms of culture, diversity, heritage, nature and India’s own holistic health practices of Yoga, Meditation and Ayurveda. A holiday in India is all about an enriching experience that you will cherish for the rest of your life. You can never run out of holiday destinations in the country and there are many things to do and diverse cuisine to enjoy.

A trip to India would present in front of you the opportunity to experience the heady cocktail of many religions, cultures, festivals, customs, colors, sights and sounds. From the tip of Kashmir up North to Kanyakumari in the south, the country offers many awe-inspiring experiences. From Arunachal Pradesh in the east to Gujarat in the west, the miscellany can be felt across the nation. The majestic mountains, the meandering rivers, beaches, coasts, deserts, forests, seas, sanctuaries, national parks and regional diversity are sure to astound you. On top of that, numerous temples, palaces, forts, mosques, museums and above all the warm people are what make the country so unique.

If you are planning on a trip to India then getting International Flights at cheapest airfare can be ensured by making your flight bookings in advance. The same way, choosing the best holiday deal would mean your writing down the exact experience you seek from this diverse land and at least a month in advance. While travelling across a vast country, it is important to plan as much as possible and ideally by hiring the services of a travel and tour operator to have a pleasant and satisfying holiday trip. India is a land that represents different things to different people visiting the country. India can provide you a unique experience and you need an experienced trip advisor to guide you through this exciting country. If the itinerary is not planned ahead, getting the most suitable domestic flight tickets can be a bit of an exercise. The tour operator also ensures that minimum wastage of time happens and you get your money’s worth everywhere that he has made a booking. The Knowledge of local customs and tourist traps that a good Tour operator shares with guests guarantees that you have that expected great experience.

As a holiday destination India is a bit of an enigma to many. No two places in the country appear to be the same but the cultural heritage binds people in unity. The richness in the cultural heritage of an ancient civilization along with the modern layout makes the country an amalgamation of the old with a touch of the new. The cuisine is excellent which can be best enjoyed through the knowledge of the finest hotels and restaurants around the country. From the wonders of the world to the simplicity of a beach, India is where you would want to return every time. Sometimes, the poverty of some of the people can cause you mental turmoil but as many travellers have put ‘the smiles never fade away’ from those poor people’s face. Believe it or not, they live on hope and the culture takes care of the downtrodden and they are happy for that moment. The memories shall be enough to fill a thousand family albums. Embrace the colors and the sounds of the country to make your holiday trip worth the while.

The holiday destinations in the country are never ending and a trip to the exotic land would be a highlight of your life. Take a decision for your life changing vacation now.

Monday, 18 June 2012

Ayurvedic treatment in India and other countries


Based on research published by KPMG and other agencies, Ayurvedic treatment market (which is a part of the Beauty and Rejuvenation market) in India is estimated at INR 50 Billion / approx.US$ 1bn on date. India is a popular destination for ayurvedic therapies leading to a large number of foreign tourists visiting local spas and ayurvedic treatment centres. Inbound medical tourism in India is therefore growing at a 12 percent CAGR.

In a welcome development, the Ayurvedic treatment spas are re-gaining popularity even within India and are now visited for wellness as well as curative treatment for various kind of disease. While all major 5star properties in India boast of an Ayurvedic spa, the spa has moved from a mere luxury and is now moving to a different level being looked at as a place for healing the mind, body and soul. With over 2300 spas(IMF data) operating in India and many of those already offering Ayurvedic therapies, the market is projecting big growth numbers. Such development has also opened up a fresh opportunity for Ayurvedic medicine manufacturers. In addition to the India clientele even the foreigners are now starting to follow this line of medicine for various cures. According to a report by FICCI and PWC released
in 2011, wellness services employ around one million people. By 2015, the total employment potential of wellness services in India is expected to touch around the Ayurvedic treatment.

Ayurvedic treatments in other countries
Dr. Marc Halpern, the founder and President of the California College of Ayurveda noted in his work “Status & Development of Ayurveda in the United States” that interest in Ayurveda in US started in 1970′s due to the contribution of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi organization of Transcendental Meditation and later through the work of Dr. Vasant Lad, Dr. Sunil Joshi and Dr. B.D. Triguna. In the late 1980′s Dr. Deepak Chopra wrote “Perfect Health”, his famous introductory book on Ayurveda for the general public.
Today the acceptance and growth of Yoga and Ayurvedic treatments across the world is such that you can find at least 1 Yoga studio and Ayurveda centre in almost all major areas of US and Europe. However, the style of Yoga and treatment may have been adapted by the local practitioner to suit the
population or socio-cultural impacts. The fact remains that there are institutions imparting training of Ayurveda and training professionals all over US and Europe. Regular events organised by many associations and universities are aiding the growth of Ayurveda in these countries.

While in those countries, the number of institutions in comparison with India may be far less the regulatory framework ensures delivery of quality service (only) by trained professionals. The prices, however, are not really as competitive as those in India. A panchakarma treatment can mean investing
3 to 4 thousand dollars easily and a consultation with Ayurveda doctor can set you back by an average 75US$.

Summing up
For reasons mentioned above, it makes a lot of sense to plan a Well-being trip in India and make use of numerous Ayurvedic packages being offered by renowned Resorts and centres. If you want a consultative selection then a specialist in Ayurveda and spa wellness tourism to india may be a good
choice. They not only offer a range of Ayurvedic packages but are also helpful to match your budget with the best available facility in the region that you want to visit.