Zostel has modified the concept of hostel stay

Zostel, a company with a new concept has revolutionized the experience of staying in a hostel.

What comes to your mind, when you think of a hostel?

Probably, a picture of a cheap accommodation in a feeble old building which has pathetic food will enter your mind.

Zostel is changing this perception.

They are offering an experience of luxury hotels.

They are offering a deal that includes private rooms with Wi-Fi connectivity, TV, refrigerators, hot shower, clean washrooms, entertainment shows etc. The interiors are simply appealing with bold murals – a good option for Best Domestic Tour Packages in India.

This Delhi-based company already has presence in 12 different locations and 13 more to be opened. They have promoted one of their zostels in Pushkar during Camel fair. Further, they are planning to expand to Vietnam and Sri Lanka. It is certainly an opportunity for the Tour Operators in Delhi NCR to develop some tie-ups with this corporation.

Zostels are known for providing comfortable accommodation, friendly community and creative ambience to stay in, at affordable prices.

It has unique architecture and a flavor of local culture – good deal for the foreigners.

- TravelSpider is an IATA certified Travel Agency in Delhi NCR which offers wide range of Domestic Tour Packages In India  

7 reasons to visit Kullu-Manali

From the snowy delights of Rohtang Pass to the soothing warmth of the surrounding thermal springs, there are several places to visit in Kullu Manali for nature lovers and thrill seekers. With its picturesque views of snow-clad mountains, river valleys, charming cafes and laidback vibe, this hill station in Himachal Pradesh is an immensely popular vacation spot with both domestic and foreign tourists. Its widespread appeal draws everyone from adventure sport enthusiasts and vacationing families and honeymoon couples and hippie backpackers. Here are seven places you must visit during your holiday.

Hadimba Temple:
This wood and stone temple is dedicated to Hadimba, the wife of Bhima, one of the Pandava brothers from the Mahabharata. It was constructed in 1553, and is located in the middle of the Dhungri Park. The structure has a four-tiered pagoda-shaped roof, and a carved doorway that is embellished with figures of Hindu gods and symbols. Ghatotkach, the son of Bhima and Hidimba, is also worshipped as a sacred tree.



Gadhan Thekchokling Gompa:
Manali houses a small Tibetan community, and has a couple of peaceful Buddhist monasteries.
Another beautiful place to visit is the Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa, which was built by Tibetan refugees in the 1960s. The monastery is embellished in bright coloured frescoes and has a mid-sized Buddhist statute. It also has a list of Tibetan martyrs killed in the Tibetan occupation of 1987-89.
The monastery is located at the bottom of the Mall dominating the Tibetan area.

Rohtang Pass:This snow-covered pass is located on the highway to Leh, and is only open from June to October every year. It lies at a height of 3979 metres, and offers spectacular views of glaciers, mountain peaks and the Chandra River. The pass is a gateway to Lahaul, Spiti, Pangi and Leh. Due to its increasingly popularity, the route to Rohtang is often clogged with traffic during the peak tourist season. However, once you reach, there are facilities for skiing and sledging near the pass, and plenty of photo opportunities for snap-happy tourists.




Solang Valley:
The former capital of Kullu, this town lies on the left bank of River Beas, 21 kilometres from Manali. It was founded by Raja Visudhpal and remained the political centre until the capital was shifted to Sultanpur in 1460 AD. Its major attraction is a beautiful castle, which has now been converted into a heritage hotel operated by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation. The building was once the residence of the rulers of Kullu, and is an excellent example of western Himalayan architecture. It is made of wood and stone, and has carved doors and windows. There is a small museum, a temple and a nice restaurant within the premises. Naggar was also the home of Russian painter Nicholas Roerich, who lived here from 1929 till his death in 1947. His house has been converted into an art gallery, which exhibits his colourful paintings of the surrounding Himalayan ranges.


Vashisht:
This village is located on the bank of river Beas, 3 kilometres away from Manali, and is famous for its hot sulphur springs. It is believed that they were created by Laxman shooting an arrow into the ground. There bathing facilities available for men and women. There are also two temples dedicated to Ram and the sage Vashisht nearby.

- TravelSpider is one of Best Tour Opearor in Delhi NCR which offers Kullu Manali Tour Packages from Delhi

Your Travel Essentials

TravelSpider believes that things don’t make you a better traveler, but certain things can make life on the road a lot more comfortable. Here are some of the items that we suggest you to carry:

• Passport: Everybody should have a passport with extra pages.
• Cash. When it comes to money, travelers have come full circle with money. Gone are the days of personalized traveler’s checks and easy-breezy global ATM cards.
• iPad/ iPad: These are some of great gadgets for showing other people pictures.
• Sunglasses: You can use them to keep your eyes stress free.
• Pens: You should always travel with 4-5 pens in your bag.
• iPhone: As you generally do half of your work on your phone, including photography, video, and even editing and publishing this blog.
• Shaving Cream/ Razor: You shave on the road because you have to. Beards are fine on short camping trips but not tours that last weeks.
• Deodorant: Just to remove or conceal unpleasant smells, especially bodily odors.
• Toothbrush/ Toothpaste: To clean and maintain the aesthetics and health of your teeth.
• Mouthwash: When brushing your teeth is not an option, mouthwash saves you.
• Shampoo/ Conditioners/ Shower Gel: To clean and maintain the aesthetics and health of your hair without break.
• Travel Wallet: A little leather sheath can hold all your cards and has a tiny pocket for folded cash. It’s a great way to keep your most valuable items stashed neatly.
• Atlas of Remote Islands: Atlas book will help you to have a clue about one of your upcoming mountainous destinations.
• Traveler Guidebooks: You should have guidebooks to familiarize yourself with a place you plan to visit.
• Hat: To keep sunshine away from your head
• Hand Sanitizer:  To clean your hand instantly.

- TravelSpider is one of the best tour operators in Delhi NCR

India ranks 52nd on global travel and tourism list

Of approx. 140 countries, India has ranked 52^nd in the World Economic Forum’s recent list of travel and tourism. This is yet another morale booster for the T&T industry.

The list states that Spain has topped the charts, followed by France, German, the USA, Britain, Switzerland, Australia, Italy, Japan, and Canada in the top 10 rankers. India’s competitiveness in travel industry looks stronger than ever, now as it has managed to climb up 13 places to reach this rank.

India’s economic growth is catching up speed as it is gradually growing as a top business travel destination. This is a sign of good scope for the current and coming financial years.

Hey Travel Agents in Delhi NCR, you better keep an energy drink handy, as a lot of business prospects are coming your way!

Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index (TTCI) 2013 had reserved 65^th rank for India. This year’s report features ranking across 141 countries in 14 dimensions. The report also states that India needs to improve health, hygiene, information, communication and technological aspects of the travel industry, in order to establish a higher rank for itself.

Tour operators in Delhi NCR must start paying attention to the kind of vendors for transport, food, accommodation, etc. they tie-up with for their travel packages. They must ensure that hygiene is well-maintained to have enhanced health value. Additionally, facilities of urgent health care or first aid should also be arranged.

Security is another concern. Hence, the tour operators must make sure that their agencies offer secured and safe options to the clients. God forbid, yet if anything goes wrong, then along with the agency’s India’s reputation and the market scenario would be at stake.

Current India’s travel and tourism sector accounts for 5 percent of India’s employment. The potential of employability and business growth is huge, considering India’s 7 million international visitors in relation with China’s 55 million. Probably, a microscopic focus on domestic tour packages in India for the offbeat cities would add to huge value additions, in addition to other strategies that can be implemented for expanding the potential of this sector.

India’s travel and tourism industry is likely climb clouds nine or maybe higher. Let’s watch how the industry resolves all the bottlenecks to reach that high and keep our fingers crossed.

TravelSpider is an IATA, ASTA, TAAI & DOT Approved Travel Agency In Delhi NCR

Indian Travel & Tourism Horoscope 2015

India’s Feat Is Likely To Shoot Up By 7.5%

According to a report by the World Travel and Tourism Council, the Indian Travel and Tourism is forecasted to see a growth of 7.5% in 2015, owing to the new visa reforms. This spurt is exceeding the growth predicted for the South Asian region, by 0.6%.

This clearly indicates that the industry which contributed 7.64 trillion rupees and 36.7 million jobs to the Indian economy is likely to keep the Tour Operators in Delhi NCR busy. It is expected that there will be steep flight of 8.22 trillion rupees of India’s GDP and approximately 37.4 million jobs. The report states that India has a good potential to benefit from visa reforms, in addition to the infrastructure improvements under new government.

Well, this again makes the situation vivid and hopeful that investment in the sector will rise by 9.3% by the end of this year. Wow, a good deal of increment!

India is a developing country, and due to its rich culture and heritage, it has been able to grab a lot of attention for its Domestic Tour Packages.

 

On the other hand, a lot of Indians have started picking up International Tour Packages for their vacations to explore the beauty of different countries and their culture. This ultimately throws light on one point, that we might be probably missing out on, is gradually the likeability of travelling and exploring different places have increased significantly.

Overall, it seems several thumbs up for India’s travel and tourism industry. Now, that one quarter of the year is over, let us just wait and watch what next three have in their womb.

- TravelSpider is an IATA and TAAI approved Travel Agent in Delhi NCR