Eastbound Discoveries

18/01/2023

IT’S TIME TO NETWORK AND RE-CONNECT!

Meet us at FITUR in Madrid, January 18-22

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24/10/2022

Best wishes for a joyous Diwali filled with love and happiness.

05/10/2022

Mysore Dussehra celebration that attracts tourists from around the world is perhaps India's most extravagantly celebrated festival.

The Mysore Dasara festivities kick off with Navratri (which goes on for nine nights) and reach a grand finale on Vijayadashmi (the 10th day). The final day of the Dussehra celebration includes a procession comprising horses, dancers, displays of swordsmanship, and an elephant carrying the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari (a form of Shakti) in a temple-like structure reportedly made of 750 kg gold.

Although the festival has different names across India, the essence of the festival remains the same for everyone, which is the victory of Dharma (Good) over Adharma (Evil).

Let’s celebrate the victory of good over evil.

30/08/2022

The festival of Onam is celebrated throughout the state of Kerala (South of India). The State is marked by excitement and enjoyment among all during the festival!

Onam falls during the Malayali month of Chingam (Aug - Sep) and marks the homecoming of legendary King Mahabali. It lasts for ten days and brings out the best of Kerala culture and tradition. Intricately decorated Pookalam, ambrosial Onasadya, breathtaking Snake Boat Race and exotic Kaikottikali dance are some of the most remarkable highlights of this festival.

Another reason to celebrate Onam is that it is the time of the year when a good harvest has been gathered all over Kerala, a sign of plenitude and happiness.

Warm wishes to everyone from Eastbound Discoveries team on the occasion of Onam.

19/08/2022

Krishna Janmashtami is the annual commemoration of the birth of the Hindu deity Krishna, the eighth avatar of the God Vishnu.

Happy Jamasthmi to all!! May Lord Krishna shower blessings upon you!

15/08/2022

This Independence Day, let's take a pledge to protect the peace, diversity, harmony, and unity of our great nation. Happy Independence Day.

29/07/2022

On July 29, 2010, several countries came together to sign an agreement at the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit in Russia. Since then International tiger day is celebrated every year on 29 July to make awareness for tiger conservation.

India is the land of royal tigers and current tiger population stands at 2967 which is 70 per cent of the global tiger population, residing in various forests of Tiger reserve, National Parks and Wildlife parks.

09/05/2022

Meet us at Arabian Travel Mart, Dubai from 09-12 May.

02/05/2022

18/04/2022

Heritage isn’t history, it is a gift from the past to gratify the future.

Preserve the heritage to strengthen and beautify the Nation.

17/04/2022

09/04/2022

Known as Sonar Quila or Golden Fort, Jaisalmer Fort in Rajasthan becomes one with golden sand during sunrise and sunset!

A UNESCO World Heritage site, it's world-famous for brilliant craftsmanship dating back to 1156.

With 250 foot altitude and 99 grand bastions, the fort's yellow-sandstone architecture attracts explorers from all across the globe.

17/03/2022

Eastbound Discoveries is proud to be the event partner for the 'Leadership Conclave' of 'Toastmasters International' held at Hotel Radisson Blu Plaza, Delhi from 11-13 March. Besides designing and handling dream holidays for the foreign tourists, 'Eastbound Discoveries' is fully geared to cater to the conference and meeting requirements.

(Toastmasters International is a renowned nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs in over 141 countries.)

17/03/2022

H O L I is an amazing and a unique festival of colours that is celebrated in different parts of India with unbridled enthusiasm, fun and gaiety. Traditionally it signifies the triumph of good over evil and it also marks the beginning of spring. The last two years had been tough for all of us and the forced social distancing had surely taken some shine off from this wonderful festival but as the world is slowly recovering from the curse of this dreaded pandemic, may this Holi dispel darkness and add bright colors to our lives.

May the spirit of Holi bring you happiness. The warmth of Holi brings you joy, and the joy of Holi brings you hope.

We wish you a very HAPPY HOLI !

14/03/2022

Namaste to all incredible travelers across the globe. The time has come when India is ready to welcome you back!!

The last two years have been very very tough for us in the tourism sector. It seemed like a never-ending dark tunnel to us, and we are sure, to you too. But it looks like, we finally starting to see a faint light in the tunnel.

With hope and wish that you and your friends and family have been safe, we share the good news of resumption of Scheduled International flights to India from 27th March. Although international flights to India had already been operating under the bubble arrangements with many countries since July’20; the restrictive capacity, higher airfares and a fear of Covid didn’t let the tourism go in full bloom. But now, as much of the adult population in India has already been vaccinated and with the number of active cases being dropped marginally low to around 0.003% of the population, the future of tourism looks bright. We are expecting that the government will also make the much awaited announcement about the e-Visas very soon and we will keep you updated on the same.
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15/02/2022

Tourists are back.

The last big group that we had handled at Eastbound Discoveries was in Goa in March 2020 just before Covid changed the state of the travel industry and the tourists, wanderers and explorers were forced to sit quietly in their homes. As the dark clouds of Covid are slowly lifting and the travel restrictions are being either eased or removed everywhere, we have our first group land in Nepal this week. Another one comes next week. FITs are already travelling in Srilanka and Maldives. And hopefully the scheduled flights will soon be resumed in India, and then there will possibly be a Travel Boom in India. Fingers crossed !

Wishing the very best to all the inbound companies in India!

05/01/2022

To the east of the Indian mainland, in the blues of the Bay of Bengal, floats the splendid group of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. 1,367 km from Chennai and 1,304 km from Kolkata, what were once graveyards of martyrs have now transformed into one of most exotic destination to visit in 2022.

Featuring palm-fringed beaches with spotless stretches of white sands, an uninterrupted presence of peace, and crystal clear turquoise waters all around - Andaman is a true example of what you call 'Tropical Paradise'.

This piece of heaven in Asia is serene and untouched – a perfect destination for a refreshing holiday that offers a refuge from tiresome responsibilities of the urban world.
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02/01/2022

What a positive way to start the New Year. Welcomed our first guests of the year.

30/12/2021

Wishing you all a very joyful New Year despite these difficult times.

We hope that the new year brings your family much happiness and prosperity, and that in time the world will be a safe place again.

Best wishes for peace & prosperity in 2022.

24/12/2021

Eastbound Discoveries team would like to wish you all a very Happy Holiday Season and a wonderful New Year!!
Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

16/12/2021

“Congratulations India”: UNESCO adds West Bengal's Durga Puja to 'Intangible Cultural Heritage' List.

This is the first festival in Asia to receive the recognition.

The 10-day celebration that marks the homecoming of the Hindu goddess Durga and her children has been inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, granting it elite status in the list of cultural traditions from around the world.

16th Committee of UNESCO for safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), in a meeting on 15th Dec 21 in Paris, inscribed Bengal's biggest festival on the representative list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
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15/12/2021

One of the famous places to visit in Udaipur, Bagore Ki Haveli is a haveli that stands magnificently on the waterfront of the surreal Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat.Built in the 18th century by Amar Chand Badwa, the then Prime minister of Mewar kingdom, Bagore Ki Haveli has been restored over the period of time and is now converted into a museum.

The main attraction of Bagore ki Haveli is the Dharohar Dance Show. The performances are preceded by the beating of a drum, blowing of a conch shell and a religious song.

Must visit while you are in Udaipur

06/12/2021

Forts & Palaces of India : India is blessed with heritage riches and a regal lineage. Indian royalty can be felt in the various forts and palaces speckled across the country. From hill forts in Rajasthan to formidable fortifications in Gwalior, Golconda and Delhi, the history of India stands tall and proud, housed inside these marvellous structures. To experience how the royalty lived in the past, several of these palace-turned heritage hotels are a must-visit.

Visiting these forts and palaces is the best way to uncover a real treasure of Indian history. These serve as great reminders of the bygone eras, mystical kingdoms and their rulers.
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29/11/2021

One of the largest spice markets in Asia, Khari Baoli gets its name from a saltwater step-well that was in the area once. The stepwell is gone, but the market’s legacy as a spice hub carries on, often with 9th or 10th generation merchants.

This spice market allows you to select from a variety of both local and exotic spices. Hundreds of traders and buyers gather in the market for trading spices, and you will be surprised how trade happens here in such an orderly and organised manner.

How to reach Khari Baoli?
To reach this place, the closest metro station will be Chawri Bazaar and Chandni Chowk. From there, you can walk till the spice market.

Additional information:
Location: Near Red Fort, Delhi 6
Nearest metro station: Chandni Chowk
Opening hours: 10 AM to 9 PM
Known for: Spices, dry fruits, dry plums, rice, grains and mulberries

18/11/2021

Zanskar, the hidden gem of Ladakh

Sitting comfortably at a height of 13154 ft, Zanskar Valley is a semi-arid region that is nestled in the lap of the northern flank of Great Himalayas. Zanskar’s pristine water bodies, snow-capped mountains surrounding the region, and scenic landscape work as a major draw for tourists. Located around 105 km away from Leh. Centuries-old monasteries dot this place, making it one of the favoured places for monastery lovers. During winters, temperature can go down to -30 degree celsius; thus, travellers need to plan their visit to Zanskar during June to September, as the valley will remain heavily covered in snow.
Contact Eastbound Discoveries Adventure team experts for more information.
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17/11/2021

Hampi is famous for its ruins belonging to the erstwhile medieval Hindu kingdom of Vijaynagar and it is declared a World Heritage site. The temples of Hampi, its monolithic sculptures and monuments, attract the traveler because of their excellent workmanship. The Hindu style of architecture found at Hampi reflects the splendor of the Vijaynagar Empire. The rugged landscape adds to the historic ambiance of this site.

Location: Hampi is located in the central part of Karnataka in the southern part of India. It is 353 km from Bangalore, and 13 km from Hospet.

Climate: It has a tropical climate with hot summers (April-June), and cool winters (October-February). It experiences the southwestern monsoon rains from June to August.
📷 credit : Unsplash- Adriana RA , Rakesh Thanikachalam, Bharat Divakar, Gowin Bephin

11/11/2021

Pushkar Festival 2021: Camels, caravans and carnival!!

The country's biggest camel trading fair was cancelled last year owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year the fair will commence on November's 11 and continue till November 19.

An annual camel and livestock fair held in the town of Pushkar between the months of October and November. It is one of the world's largest cattle fairs. Apart from the buying and selling of livestock, it has become an important tourist attraction.

According to reports, the Pushkar Fair is a huge tourist attraction, with over 200,000 visitors attending the 2019 edition.

📷 credit - Unsplash - Srimathi Jayaprakash, Alok sharma, Vardhan Sharma.

09/11/2021

Great news!!

Srinagar city has made it to the list of creative city networks of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).  Srinagar made it to the list of 49 cities across the world.

UNESCO's City of Crafts and Folk Arts project is part of the wider Creative Cities Network, founded in 2004, which designates cities worldwide that have made unique contributions to the field of crafts and folk arts.
**Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It lies in the Kashmir Valley on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, and Dal and Anchar lakes. The city is known for its natural environment, gardens, waterfronts and houseboats..

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04/11/2021

Let us celebrate the great Indian Tradition of Joy, Light, Sweets & Happiness..

Diwali

04/04/2021

The iconic Meenakshi Temple is in the center of the ancient city of Madurai (Tamilnadu) is one of the largest temple complexes in India. Peeking out from the 20-foot wall surrounding the site, the famous temple is a beacon for the 15,000 devotees who make the pilgrimage to the state of Tamil Nadu daily.

Dedicated to goddess Meenakshi, an avatar of the Hindu goddess Parvati — the consort of Lord Shiva. It has long been the focus of both Indian and international tourist attraction as well as one of the most important places of Hindu pilgrimage. For the people of Madurai, the temple is the very center of their cultural and religious life.