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    Save 25% on Taj Hotel Stays with American Express

    American Express is running a promotion offering 25% off at all Taj, Vivanta and Gateway hotels. Taj has an incredible array of properties in India and some properties outside India as well. If you have upcoming travel plans then you should definitely check out this offer Offer Details Valid for booking and stays upto 30 Sep 2019  Offer available to Centurion, Platinum, Business Platinum & Platinum Reserve cardholders only Reservations to be done via following link Sample Comparison Let us look at an actual scenario. There is an upcoming long weekend on 31 Aug – 2 Sep and prices would be slightly higher for holiday destinations. Let us look at…

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    The Ritz Carlton Jakarta Mega Kuningan, Indonesia

    Introduction We had booked the Ritz Carlton Jakarta Mega Kuningan to achieve our category 4 free night certificate on our recent trip to Indonesia. It cost us approximately IDR 3,000,000 (~ USD 210) per night. Our package included daily breakfast for 2 guests at their Asia Restaurant, daily dinner for 2 guests at the Asia Restaurant along with 2 glasses of wine.   Check In We arrived at around 9 PM in Jakarta and took a Golden Bird Taxi from the Airport to the Hotel. The Hotel is located in South Jakarta and it took us approximately 40 minutes for the 30 km journey. The Hotel lobby is beautiful and we…

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    A Palatial Feeling – Taj Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

    The Taj Jai Mahal Palace Hotel in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India is a heritage luxury 5 star property built in 1745 which is located in the heart of the Pink City (Jaipur). It is spread over 18 acres and has been the residence of three prime ministers of the princely state of Jaipur.  Check In This property has a completely different charm to it. You realise it the moment your vehicle arrives at the gates of the property and you are welcomed by the security team. After a thorough check of the vehicle you proceed to the reception area which is nothing short of a palace in itself.  Guests are showered…

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    Luxury Redefined – Oberoi Udaivilas Palace Udaipur, Rajasthan, India

    The Oberoi Udaivilas Palace is an ultra luxury property in India. It is simply a cut above the rest and goes above and beyond your expectations. The Udaivilas Palace is located in the city of Udaipur (Also known as the city of lakes) on the banks of Lake Pichola. We spent two whole days at the resort and did not feel the need to step out even one bit.  Check In We arrived at the hotel after an hour’s journey from the Airport. After a brief security check, we drove towards the main reception area. The security guard opened the door and greeted me by my name. This has never…