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OBEROI RAJVILAS, JAIPUR This royal resort sprawls over
a breathtaking 13 hectares of
artistic landscape. With lush
gardens, verdant trees and a
variety of exotic birds, this
resort makes for the perfect
regal getaway that you’ve
dreamed of. Built to recreate the
lifestyle of the Rajasthan royals,
the Oberoi Rajvilas ensures that
you and your family feel like
royalty, no less! With its Mughal
archways, gold leaf frescos, high
ceilings and crystal chandeliers,
you’re transported back in time,
from the moment you step into
this spacious resort.
The rooms here are designed
to suit your every whim and
fancy, architecturally created
to give you the personal space
you need with your loved
ones. You can choose from the
exclusive variety of rooms on
offer, from the Kohinoor Villa
that comes with a 60 foot pool
in the middle of its private
enclosure, or the Royal Tent and
the Luxury Tent, complete with
all imaginable luxuries. They
are traditional, reminiscent
of a time when royalty would
cross the Rajasthani desert with
an elaborate entourage. The
Premier Rooms offer views of
a private garden that will leave
you spellbound.
And if you manage to tear
yourself away from your plush
room, the resort has a lot more
on offer. Pamper yourself at the
spa located in an 18th century
haveli, or experience dining like
never before — stroll into the
Herb Garden and pick out some
of your favourites, and enjoy
a meal prepared by the expert
chefs with your pick of the day!
If you’re looking for something
more romantic and traditional,
indulge in a Rajasthani Thali
meal, served to you in splendour
and style, with the haveli on one
side and a glorious 280 year old
temple on the other.
The Oberoi Rajvilas also
allows you to explore the
rich culture and heritage of
Jaipur with various exciting
experiences. You can carry the
royal treatment forward with an
ITC GRAND BHARAT, GURGAON Set amidst the natural beauty
of the Aravalli Hills, this hotel
is the country’s � rst all suites
resort. Founded on the ethos
of ‘responsible luxury’ — using
sustainable practices without
compromising on service — the
property boasts of 100 suites and
four Presidential Villas (inspired by
the Mughal, Maratha, Chola and
Maurya dynasties), and is grand
in every sense of the word. Your
Escape to these plush places, where the fabled life of Indian royalty is yours for the asking, for as long as you want!
LIVE LIFE ROYALLY
what you need. Travel back in
time, with all modern comforts.
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arrival is marked by a traditional
welcome � t for royalty — as a
bugle heralds your entry and you
walk in under a red canopy that
is held by four bearers — and are
welcomed in the Sangam (lobby)
with a traditional scarf which is
draped around your neck.
After a welcome drink in
the Peacock Bar, where the
formalities are discreetly
completed, you are escorted
to your suite by your personal
attendant who takes care of your
every need. The suites on the
ground � oor have a verandah that
gives you the delight of dipping
into a pool that runs alongside;
the others have terraces.
The plush hotel boasts
of ample dining options to
satiate even the most diehard
of gourmands. You can dine
indoors at the Aravali Pavilion,
the India Room, or savour your
meal amidst al fresco experience
in The Verandah. The Apas
Promenade is perfect for a meal
at night — it gives you a beautiful
view of the big pool. In the
evening it leisurely presents local
Mewati barbeques which form
a part of the ‘Food of the Aravalis’.
Enjoy a rejuvenating session
at the 3251 square metre Kaya
Kalp, The Royal Spa, which
offers beauty treatments with
indigenous and Ayurvedic
therapies. Catch up on your latest
asanas at the yoga pavilion, or
enjoy some time at the � tness
centre before you retire to your
luxurious room overlooking the
picturesque surroundings.
Make the most of your time
with the host of activities on
offer. There’s a golf academy, and
an impressive 27 hole signature
Jack Nicklaus golf course. Venture
out on a nature walk and hike
into the hills, or explore the
surroundings on Segway and bike
tours. Tennis, squash, croquet,
zorbing, cultural shows, an
amphitheatre, special themed
evenings, a private theatre and
a Lounger’s Library are other
ways to live it up in style at the
sprawling estate.
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TAJ FALAKNUMA PALACE, HYDERABAD Set in the 400 year old charming
city of Hyderabad, Taj Falaknuma
Palace is waiting to embrace
you in its magni� cent grandeur.
Starting with a majestic ride
in a horse drawn carriage, the
moment you enter the hotel
grounds, you will � nd yourself
surrendering to the luxurious
care and unbeatable hospitality
provided here.
Take a Heritage Walk inside
the grounds, and witness history
come alive through timeless
artifacts, intricate tapestries,
royal portraits and furniture
from another era. A walk
through the interiors of this
resort will de� nitely transport
you back in time. Discover your
own haven from the various
areas the resort has to offer,
� nd rare manuscripts in the
Palace Library, a friendly game of
snooker in The Billiards Room or
take a Champagne Palace Walk,
organised by the hotel.
With 60 stunning rooms and
suites, all in� uenced by decades
of elegance and luxury, pamper
yourself with spectacular
landscapes from every window,
exquisite furnishings, and a royal
tale to go with your room. The
Grand Presidential Suite even
offers you a chance to live in an
oasis of luxury like the Nizam of
Hyderabad once did.
Pamper your palate with some
exquisite dining experiences
created by master chefs at
Taj Falaknuma Palace. With
rich cuisines ranging from
Indian to popular Western,
Mediterranean, Italian,
French, or Japanese, prepare
to experience � avours like
no other. A stay here will
guarantee a holiday full of
wonderful memories.
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elephant ride in the countryside
of Jaipur, ending with a gourmet
picnic at the Naila Fort, or
surprise your signi� cant other
by renewing your marriage vows
at the Shiva Temple. If you’re
searching for a slice of royalty,
a stay at the Oberoi Rajvilas is
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