EastNews January. 2010
Team Eastbound wishes you all a very happy and prosperous New Year.
Eastbound—Gold Sponsor at GITB 2010, 46 countries confirm participation.
The Great India Travel Bazaar (GITB) 2010 has so far received confirmations of 145 foreign buyers from 46 countries to participate in the forthcoming event that will be organized from April 11-13 at BM Birla Convention Centre, Jaipur, and Rajasthan, India. Over 200 hosted foreign buyers are expected to attend this event with majority of them attending the travel bazaar for the first time. GITB 2010 is jointly organized by Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). Eastbound is proud to be associated as a gold sponsor with Great Indian Travel Bazaar 2010. GITB- an international tourism conference and exhibition is scheduled to be held on 11th– 13 April, 2010 at Jaipur Rajasthan. With immense pleasure we invite you all to visit us at our stall no. 51 & 52 at the first floor museum hall, B.M. Birla Convention Centre, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
We would love to meet with you at a convenient time. Please contact us at
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Dubai shopping festival-2010
Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), known in Arabic as 'Layali Dubai', first started in February 1996 by the Dubai government as is an annual shopping, entertainment, and cultural extravaganza that draws people from around the world each year. The festival will commence in Dubai on January 28 and will run until February 28, 2010. Dubai has more than 40 shopping malls, including the largest outside of North America, the Mall of the Emirates. Dubai is also known as the "City of Gold," and for good reason. . .Its world famous gold souks have a mind boggling array of jewelry, and other traditional Arabic souks sell the best in rich textiles, exotic spices, Arabic pottery and wooden furniture.
The venues include shopping centres and malls in various parts of the city and there is also a Global Village with pavilions offering products from retailers and manufacturers from around the world. Eastbound has special festival offers for more information on the same please contact us at
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Visa on arrival for tourists from five nations
In a major boost for Commonwealth Games 2010, the government has introduced for the first time visa on arrival' scheme for tourists from five countries from early next year. Tourists from Singapore, Finland, New Zealand, Luxembourg and Japan will be given visa on arrival facility on a pilot basis for a period of one year. Due to security reasons, countries like the US, UK and Pakistan are out of the list of nine countries that will be accorded the facility. But this could change once airlines offer advance passenger information.
Flame Of The Forest– Kanha
 Located in the beautiful Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh Flame of the forest is a dream hideaway for nature enthusiasts with an extra inch of style.
Nestling right next to the Banjar River the Lodge offers absolute privacy with a stunning view over the river and deep into the Jungles. It has 4 exclusive Cottages, designed with heart and soul. Each cottage has a deck with a stunning view over looking the river and the forest beyond. The en suite Bathroom contains an Al fresco bath and describes a place for souls in flourishing moods. The cottages are airy and Eco-sensible designed. The resort also features a spa allowing you to forget the world and dive into a peaceful floating experience.
The Grand Dragon Ladakh
 The grand dragon Ldakh the first luxury hotel in Ladakh. The hotel blends traditional architecture with luxurious accommodation to create unique experience in north India. The hotel boasts a “green” philosophy as it has 95 solar panels to help heat water and for central heating. All windows are double– glazed and the hotel including the water supply is well insulated to conserve energy and to make your stay luxuriously comfortable, even in winters.
Delhi- British Airways top ten travel destinations for 2010
British Airways experts have selected their top ten destinations for the year ahead to help travellers plan well and visit destinations that are going to be top of the travelling agenda for 2010. Landmark sporting events such as the FIFA World Cup, Commonwealth Games and Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games will influence the travel calendar. Delhi the capital of India makes it to the top ten list. Next year marks the first time India will host the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi and with 45 weekly flights to five destinations, we offer an unrivalled services.
Change in Visa rules for US and UK citizens
India as recently tightened its rules for long-term tourist visas. As per the rule tourists on five or 10-year visas will have to leave the country every six months, and would have to wait for two months before they can reenter India.
Tourists who wish to return within this two-month period can apply for special permission through any Indian High Commission or Consulate. Applicants should clearly state their purpose of travel. There are no standard guidelines for approving these applications but they will only be approved in emergent situations like a death or illness in the family or the need to travel through to return within tow months will be required to register with the Foreigners Regional Registration office (FPRO) within fourteen days of arriving in India. |
