Jiva Grande Spa, Mauritius - Taj Group of Hotels

● November 2005: Travel + Leisure 2005 Global Vision Award— 

for Corporate Initiative 

● December 2005: Economic Times Avaya Customer Responsive 

Award—in the Travel and Tourism Hospitality category 

● September 2005: Travel + Leisure’s 2005 Business Travel Guide— 

World’s Best Business Hotels—chosen by T + L readers 

● Summer 2006: Luxury Travel Magazine, Australia 2006 Gold List— 

Best Overseas Hotel 

● January 2006: Condé Nast Traveller UK 2006 Gold List— 

The Hotel was awarded the highest points for food in Asia 

● January 2006: Tatler Travel Guide—Ranked amongst 101 Best Hotels 

in the world 

● January 2005: Travel + Leisure Annual list of the 500 highest-rated 

properties in the World’s Best Awards readers survey 

● September 2005: Travel + Leisure’s 2005 Business Travel Guide— 

World’s Best Business Hotels—chosen by T + L readers. 

● September 2005: Best Business Hotel ‘2005 Business Traveller 

Asia-Pacific’ Awards. Dedicated to continuous innovation and the 

highest standards of hospitality, the award is a recognition of the 

investment in product standards and in service. 

● April 2005: Condé Nast Traveller, UK May 2005—The Hot List— 

60 best new hotels in the world 

● January 2006: Tatler—Ranked amongst 101 Best hotels of 2006 

● January 2005: 6th Annual Best Business Hotel in Asia Awards 

by Business Asia magazine and CNBC Asia Pacific 

● Summer 2006: Luxury Travel Magazine’s Gold List 2006—Australia 

● January 2006: Condé Nast Traveller UK 2006 Gold List—3rd highest 

points for Location in Australia & South Pacific 


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Jiva Grande Spa, Mauritius 

JANUARY–MARCH 2006

Contents 

Winter holiday offers 1 

Suite sensations 2 

Mauritius & Seychelles 4 

Jiva Spa–new openings 5 

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives 6 

Taj Exotica, Bentota, Sri Lanka 7 

Taj Residency, Bangalore 8 

Kerala premium holidays 9 

Restaurant with a view 10 

Taj Hotels foray into Australia 11 

Press Speak & Newsflash 12 

Corporate News 13 

Awards & Accolades 14 

Jiva Spa 

COVER PICTURE 

Jiva Grande Spa Pavilion, 

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Mauritius 

Find yourself at any of our Spa destinations and be delightfully 

surprised at what we have to offer. Age old proven therapies steeped 

in Indian traditions of wellness, yoga, meditation and ayurveda. 

The years that it took Taj Hotels to rediscover the power of ‘Jiva’ or 

‘Life Force’ are evident in the signature treatments and detailing that 

has gone into creating an experience that is sure to leave a lasting 

impression on you. We urge that women especially be wise and take 

time to nurture themselves this festive season for a lifetime of well 

being by taking spa breaks at a Jiva Spa closest to their city. 

While much talk surrounds the high profile visits that the capital 

has recently had, one thing is common – all important heads rest on 

the same designer bed at the Presidential suite at The Taj Mahal, 

New Delhi. Read more about the stunning array of suites at some 

of our hotels in this issue. Hopefully you will be inspired to stay that 

one indulgent visit the next time you travel. 

No matter how modernist our sensibilities when it comes to Christmas 

and New Year Celebrations we are slaves to sentiment. Across the 

Taj Hotels we have had the longest celebrations through December 

continuing into the New Year. We would like to wish you health, 

happiness and good cheer in 2006! 

The Editorial Team 

Ajoy Misra, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing 

Deepa Misra Harris, Vice President, Marketing 

MARKETING CO-ORDINATOR neha sethi tandon 

Spend this winter 

with the Taj 

Taj Holidays present an experience like no other. 

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Being together with history looking on... 

Living 

in a 

winterworld 

For further details on our Winter Blockbuster offers 

please write to us at tajnews@tajhotels.com 

Enjoy a spectrum of unique, 

multi-faceted and exciting holiday 

experiences. Stay at stylish suites, 

in elegant villas or in luxurious 

tents and enjoy a holiday like 

no other. 

Deep-sea diving, private plunge 

pools, intimate candlelit dinners, 

gourmet meals with the chef, 

outdoor adventure sports, 

meditation, special activities for 

children, ayurvedic treatments, 

shopping and sightseeing are just 

some of the experiences on offer 

when you holiday with the Taj. 

Soothe your senses at Jiva Spa 

Miles upon miles of uninterrupted white sand, 

sea and solitude 

Whether you are adventurous or 

a hopeless romantic we have a 

holiday for you! 

Spend fun-filled relaxed moments 

with your companion or family and 

return with memories to last 

a lifetime.

Suite sensations 

in gateway cities 

Tata duplex suite, Taj West End, Bangalore 

Taj West End, Bangalore 

Nestled amongst 20 acres of 

magnificent gardens, the 125 year 

old Taj West End has a unique 

character with its understated 

elegance and gothic architecture. 

The recently opened 4000 sqft 

drive-in Tata Duplex suite 

designed by David Winter of 

L.T.W. Singapore is the ultimate 

statement in contemporary luxury 

and comfort: lighting by Tony 

Coberet from London, bathroom 

fittings by ToTo with Bvlgari 

toiletries, Frette linen, landscape 

by Wijaya from Bali. 

The ground floor master bedroom 

opens out to an exclusive plunge 

pool. The living and dining room 

furnished with Persian carpets and 

artwork of Paresh Hazra seats up 

to 10 guests. A wooden staircase 

connects to the first floor bedroom. 

The suite is housed in a separate 

block to ensure utmost privacy. 

Security includes close circuit 

cameras which can be viewed from 

any plasma TV. 

The suites at Taj are well known for their extravagant, beautifully 

decorated elegant spaces. Many important works of art from the 

Taj collection are displayed in the suites. 

Taj Butlers or personal valets are deputed to look after the needs of the 

guests staying in suites. A limousine airport transfer and private checkin, 

deluxe continental breakfast and other extravagant amenities ensure 

the highest standards of service and luxury. 

Grand luxury suite, Taj Lands End, Mumbai 

Grand luxury suite, 

Taj Lands End, Mumbai 

Taj Lands End, the vibrant luxury 

hotel in Bandra, has established the 

presence of Taj Hotels Resorts and 

Palaces in suburban Mumbai. 

The Presidential suite, located on 

the 21st floor, comprises a stylish 

living room, a dining room, a master 

bedroom, an office room and a 

bathroom with Jacuzzi. Aesthetic 

artifacts, an array of lighting effects 

and sleek furniture create a sense of 

space and luxury. 

A rich color palette, an open design 

and private entrance foyer make for 

a luxurious and relaxing space. 

Taj Palace Hotel, New Delhi 

High profile 

guests, 

fairytale 

palaces and 

unparallel style 

Taj Palace Hotel stands resplendent 

in the exclusive Diplomatic Enclave 

of New Delhi. The Presidential suites 

are truly an expanse of space, luxury 

and comfort. Tastefully designed to 

meet the needs of visiting heads of 

state and CEOs, the suites are 

extremely well appointed. 

For further details please write to us at 

tajnews@tajhotels.com 

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For decades now, The Taj Mahal 

Hotel, New Delhi, has been the 

capital’s most distinguished address 

and the finest accommodation in 

the city. For Nobel laureates, world 

leaders, sporting legends, business 

icons; for anyone visiting the city, 

there’s never been a better place to 

stay than the Taj. Now even more 

than ever. 

Discerning travellers to the capital 

will be pleased to note that the 

benchmark of luxury has just 

been raised. The design of this 

three-bedroom suite borrows its 

architectural style from Sir Edwin 

Lutyen’s layout of Delhi. 

A play of open spaces in the 

drawing room, plush leather 

upholstery for the study, and 

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elegant crockery in the dining 

area give it a feeling of a manor 

house. The original masterpieces 

on the walls, the Moghul arches 

and even the Napoleon chairs 

exude understated elegance. 

When it comes to in-room facilities, 

everything is uber state-of-the-art. 

IBM thinkpads, digital phones 

and, ofcourse, waterproof speakers 

in the bathroom. Needless to add, 

the security specifications are 

strictly as per our esteemed guests 

requirement even when it comes to 

bulletproof windows. 

The Presidential suite is the largest 

suite with 1,777 sq ft overlooking 

the Gateway of India from a private 

balcony. The suite has a grand living 

room area and a master bedroom 

with a spacious bathing chamber in 

Italian marble. 

The luxurious and glamorous 1,370 

sq ft spacious Rajput suite of regal 

splendour is the finest and most 

extravagant ethnic suite at The 

Taj Mahal Palace & Tower. The 

Jhula welcomes guests to swing to 

time, the living room reminiscent 

of Mughal times overlooks the 

ocean and the adjacent dining area 

seats eight guests comfortably. 

The Grand Luxury suites include, 

the Elephanta suite, with a beautiful 

view of the harbour and boats 

leaving for Elephanta Caves, the 

1,525 sq ft Bell Tower suite, 

interestingly built on two levels, 

the 967 sq ft Sun Rise suite— 

known as a ‘Charming Residence 

with a guaranteed sunrise’–and the 

1,300 sq ft Neptune suite, aptly 

called ‘Stately Chambers’.

Marvel at the astounding colours of the coral and the fish 

in the crystal aquamarine waters 

Taj Denis Island, Seychelles 

Only a 30 minute flight from Mahe, 

this magic island transports you 

to another world. Lush, luxuriant 

tropical vegetation over 375 acres 

becomes your private Robinson 

Crusoe getaway. 

25 sea facing chalets welcome you 

to their natural habitat and envelope 

you in a sense of well-being. The 

freshest catch from the sea, home 

grown vegetables and spices make 

for exotic offerings in the open air 

restaurant, surrounded by lush 

tropical vegetation, commanding 

spectacular views of the ocean. 

Whether it is a romantic holiday 

for two or a break with family and 

friends, Taj Denis Island surpasses 

all expectations. It’s a beach 

paradise, which offers the best 

sense of escape. 

Spoil yourself with a 4-night 

‘Island Experience’ or ‘Seychelles 

Romantic Experience’. 

For further details on offers, 

please write to us at 


Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, 

Mauritius 

Mauritius 

& Seychelles 

It’s been an extraordinary year for 

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Mauritius 

having been selected in the ‘Hot 

List’—60 best hotels in the world, 

by Condé Nast Traveller, UK and 

being amongst Tatler’s 101 Best 

Hotels 2006. 

Visit this unimaginable hotel and 

spoil yourself with a special 

champagne bath with flowers and 

candles, indulge in champagne 

reflection therapy—an aromatic 

massage or a candlelight dinner in a 

select location. Experience simplicity 

and indulgence all at once! 

Chose between the ‘Exotica 

Experience’ and ‘Exotica Romantic 

Experience’ for a 4-6 night stay. 

Dine at your own pace at Taj Denis Island, Seychelles 

“This year hoteliers themselves have 

been scooting to the Taj Exotica 

Resort and Spa, Mauritius to check 

out the sensational villa design. It’s 

all free and easy indoor / outdoor 

space, with sitting rooms under huge 

thatches, sexy bathrooms and pools 

ideal for skinny-dipping. There’s 

also, arguably, the island’s best spa 

and a restaurant set up by Nobu’s 

right-hand man. It’s not showy but 

more sophisticated-rustic. The longer 

you’re here, the cleverer it seems.” 

THE TATLER TRAVEL GUIDE 2006 IN 

ASSOCIATION WITH AFRICA TRAVEL CENTRE 

Jiva Grande Spa, treatment room, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Mauritius 

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Jiva— 

the life force! 

Rooted in ancient Indian healing wisdom, Jiva Spas derive inspiration 

and spirit from the holistic concept of living. Yoga, meditation mastered 

and disseminated by accomplished practitioners, Ayurveda and indigenous 

traditional Indian body therapies form the pillars of the Jiva Experience. 

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Restore and rejuvenate 

Jiva Spas emanate 

a harmonious 

balance of energy 

and elements 

For further details on offers, please write 

to us at tajnews@tajhotels.com 

Jiva Spas emanate a deep 

understanding of mind, body and 

spirit: their individual needs and 

interdependences. 

The therapies are thoughtfully 

created to nourish, restore 

and rejuvenate. 

Royal traditions of wellness in 

service experiences and unique 

natural products blended by hand 

come together to offer a truly 

calming experience. 

Inspired by the ancient Indian 

science of space planning, Jiva Spas 

draw inspiration from nature and 

organic finishes. Fragrant gardens, 

charming courtyards, panoramic 

ocean views create an ambience 

of tranquility and serenity. 

The spas have single and couple 

therapy suites, beauty spaces, 

pavilions, relaxation pools and 

exercise areas. 

Presently Jiva Grande Spas have 

been created in Taj Wellington Mews, 

Luxury Residences–Mumbai and 

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa–Mauritius. 

Jiva Spa, Usha Kiran Palace, Gwalior 

The most spectacular Jiva Grande 

Spa will soon be unveiled at Taj 

Exotica Resort and Spa, Maldives. 

The Jiva Grande Spa are 

differentiated from the Jiva Spa 

experience by size and lavishness 

of offer. 

New Jiva Spa have been introduced 

in Usha Kiran Palace–Gwalior, 

Taj Green Cove Resort–Kovalam, 

Taj Chandigarh–Chandigarh and 

Taj Exotica–Bentota, Sri Lanka. 

Existing spas at Fort Aguada 

Beach Resort–Goa, Taj Exotica 

–Goa, Fisherman’s Cove–Chennai, 

The Taj Mahal Palace and Tower– 

Mumbai and Taj Lake Palace– 

Udaipur have been enhanced to 

Jiva Spa. 

The awe inspiring Umaid Bhawan 

Palace, Jodhpur will soon have a 

refreshed Jiva Spa in the soothing 

environs of the Palace pool.

The Jiva Grande Spa will have its 

own private spa island sanctuary 

accessible by a bridge from the 

main resort. 

Fanned around a central courtyard 

garden and surrounded by the 

serene aqua lagoon, the over water 

spa pavilions will have private 

sundecks and relaxation spaces. 

Luxurious ocean-facing therapy room 

Situated in the middle of one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives, 

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa blends seamlessly with the idyllic beauty of this 

tropical isle. With fabulous and intimate design, varied and eclectic 

culinary experiences, impeccable service and an authentic Indian spa 

sanctuary (the first truly Indian spa in Maldives) the resort will provide 

a new level of super luxury. 

There’s a new level of luxury on the horizon 

Alepa–Jiva Signature Royal 

Indian Bath Pavilion will offer 

guests regal pampering inspired by 

the lifestyles of Indian royalty. 

The spa experience will provide 

a deep connect with nature and 

a sense of great relaxation and 

romance. 


Sanctuary 

in Maldives 

Nourish your senses 

Live a truly private 

island life—live 

Jiva Spas! 



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Solitude to soothe the soul 

Taj Exotica, 

Bentota 

Located on a hillock overlooking the Indian Ocean and the palm fringed, 

long stretch of the golden beach of Bentota, Taj Exotica is the finest 

beach resort on the Southern coast of Sri Lanka. 

Water bodies set amidst lush 

private garden courtyards, large 

tropical greens, fresh ingredients 

for therapies—all create a natural 

and relaxed atomosphere at the 

Jiva Spa. 

Inspired from traditional Indian 

holistic living, the spa aims to 

achieve physical, mental and 

spiritual equilibrium. 

The Jiva spa experience concentrates 

on wellness and restoration in a 

peaceful and calming ambience. 



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S.H.A.C.K.—the open air restaurant has a natural ambience 

Built along a golden mile of beach 

graced by palms and greens on 

a tranquil piece of land is the new 

Jiva Spa—a getaway within a 

getaway. 


Wellness for 

balance and 

harmony

Smart and hip lobby bar—ICE 

Taj Residency, 

Bangalore 

unveils its new look! 

Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces consistently introduce enhanced product 

offerings across its Business Hotels, witnessing a new spirit of change, 

Taj Residency, Bangalore wears a fresh new look with a refurbished 

lobby and a brand new bar. 

A new water feature adorns the 

entrance to the hotel, masking the 

noise of the bustling world outside. 

A welcoming new lobby ushers the 

guest in a world of contemporary, 

modern yet comfortable spaces. 

A smart, hip, high-energy lobby 

bar ICE with allusions of lighting, 

starlight, wind and rain inspired by 

Lord Indra, the god of storm and 

rain is ready to sweep you off your 

feet. The world renowned barman 

Giancarlo Mancino, recognised 

with the ’Bond Barman 2004’ 

award, is the man behind the 

successful new bar bringing with 

him the most invaluable experiences 

gathered from the world’s most 

exclusive and chic bars. 



Celebrate the forces of nature in 

the highly charged environment of 

a high energy space. 

Enhancing the experience of an 

elegant stay at the hotel are the 

recently renovated guestrooms, which 

provide options for entertainment 

and create an ambience that allows 

guests to relax and de-stress. 

Comfortable spaces in the lobby 

Renowned barman Giancarlo Mancino 

Redefining 

lifestyle 

Banqueting has taken on a whole 

new meaning at the hotel, with the 

recently renovated banquet facilities 

offering a wide variety of innovative 

menus, inbuilt technology and 

multipurpose lighting. 

Concept 4 Inc., an award winning 

American interior design firm is 

responsible for the recently 

renovated, comfortable and trendy 

guestrooms as well as all public 

areas including the restaurants 

and the excellent banqueting 

facilities of the hotel. 

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Luxurious living 

in Kerala 

Concoct exotic recipes with the 

chefs and have them served on 

a silver platter; expand your 

horizons and venture out into the 

open sea aboard a luxury yacht 

and follow the amber trail of the 

setting sun or just let the healing 

powers of Aromatherapy at the 

Jiva spa transport you to a state 

of relaxed bliss. All this, in a 

setting that is truly top of the line, 

with premium rooms and other 

special facilities at every hotel. 

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All your needs are taken care of 

by the hotel staff making your 

stay pleasant, comfortable and 

memorable. 

A seamless blend of old-world 

charm and new-age luxury, 

Taj Malabar takes its character 

from the beautiful city of Cochin. 

Discovering Kerala can be best 

done the traditional way—on 

water with the Cinnamon Coast, 

our three-bedroom luxury yatch 

followed by a relaxing spa 

treatment. Explore the booming 

spice market and pepper exchange 

in the heart of the antique 

shopping village on Mattancherry 

Island and end with a sumptuous 

dinner at the famous Rice Boat 

restaurant. 

Situated on the banks of the 

Vembanad Lake, the idyllic 

Taj Garden Retreat in Kumarakom 

is a haven for nature’s beauty. 

The luxury villas are designed for 

solitary moments. A blend of 

Edwardian and traditional Kerala 

décor, these villas have their own 

private pool, airy verandahs and 

panoramic view of the Vembanad 

Lake, an ideal abode of inspiration. 

Perfect escape for a tranquil 

reincarnation. 

Spread across 10 acres of Balinese 

landscape, dotted with birdbaths, 

sculptures and fountains, Taj Green 

Cove Resort, Kovalam is a truly 

unique combination of a beach 

resort, a backwater escape, a hill 

retreat and a spa. 

The comfortably furnished spacious 

suites offering the view of a lush 

landscape, beautiful backwaters and 

the magnificent sea soothe the 

mind, calm the body and caresses 

the soul. The opulent Presidential 

Villa has a private swimming pool, 

sundeck, two sitting rooms and a 

bedroom, graciously complementing 

the experience.

Restaurant 

Write to us at 


and you could be the 

next winner! 

with a View 

Identify the restaurant and win a gift voucher of a dinner for two at a 

comparable restaurant in your city. 

The restaurant to be identified this 

time is regarded as the flagship for 

Coastal Indian cuisine in London 

putting the regional variation of 

the south on the map. 

The famed Executive Chef Sriram 

Aylur opened the 92 seat intimate 

restaurant in 1999 after rigorous 

training for numerous years with 

the best Indian chefs at Taj Hotels 

and launching the famous 

Karavalli in Bangalore. 

The restaurant has made a mark 

in the London scene of fine Indian 

dining. It has been listed in the 

Tatler restaurant guide amongst 

the top 300 restaurants in the 

world. It has also received the 

American Hospitality Industry’s 

5 Diamond award for excellence. 

Please send us your entry by 

March 30 at tajnews@tajhotels.com 

The restaurant with a view 

introduced in the September 2005 

issue is ‘Wasabi by Morimoto’ 

at The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, 

Mumbai. We would like to 

congratulate the winners Mr. Bengt 

Johansson, New Delhi and 

Mr. Nishant Gaharwar, Bangalore. 

We will soon get in touch with you 

and we look forward to welcoming 

you to a culinary experience at a 

Taj restaurant. 

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Providing an upscale experience, 

the hotel offers 100 guest rooms 

with stylish interiors, eclectic food 

and beverage option, state-of-the-art 

fitness facilities, Spa services and 

a full service business center. 

The Taj 

checks into Sydney 

The hotel has been awarded 

numerous prestigious awards, like 

the Conde Nast Traveller 2005 

‘Gold List’, Water Bar has been 

named “Bar of the year” by 

Sydney Morning Herald and 

“One of the Top 10 Bars in the 

World” by Condé Nast Traveller. 

Look out for more information 

on the hotel in our next issue. 

Located at Finger Wharf, Woolloomooloo Bay, Sydney

Newsflash & 

Press Speak 

Black Lotus, Taj Chandigarh, Chandigarh 

Newsflash 

A New Business Hotel in Coimbatore 

is opening by October 2007 

Coimbatore, the second largest city 

in Tamil Nadu and an important 

export and IT centre is situated at 

the foothills of Nilgiris in South 

India. Taj has entered into a longterm 

license agreement with the 

owners of Hotel Surya International, 

Coimbatore. 

This 200-room hotel will provide 

guests with all modern facilities 

and services. 

New Restaurant openings 

Ahala, Taj Krishna, Hyderabad 

The new restobar named after a 

Roman Gladiator, has opened in 

place of the discotheque T2 at Taj 

Krishna. Serving gourmet cuisine 

and world class wines, Ahala is the 

place to visit in the city! 

Cinnamon, Jai Mahal Palace, Jaipur 

Cinnamon is a Pan Indian gourmet 

theatre. Visually and Texturally 

rich the restaurant redefines 

Indian food, decor and service. 

Black Lotus, Taj Chandigarh, 

Chandigarh 

After the successful launch of Cafe 

17, Lava and Dera, Taj Chandigarh, 

unveils Black Lotus, a charming 

blend of traditional Chinese cuisine 

and contemporary decor. 

For further information 

please write to us at 

spice.response@tajhotels.com 

Rambagh Palace, Jaipur 

Press Speak 

Reggie Nadelson, Departures, 

November / December 2005, The 

Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai 

“The Taj, by common consent the 

best place in town, is like London’s 

Savoy in its heyday, the Paris Ritz, 

and New York’s Plaza (that was) 

rolled into one. It’s a Bombay 

institution where people eat and 

spend money; ladies who lunch 

receive a pedicure from Moiz and 

the city’s gilded youth dance at the 

nightclub Insomnia... At the Taj, 

the Palace Wing is the place to 

stay, with its arcaded galleries, 

vaulted ceilings, and great suites– 

such as the Elephanta–decorated 

with antique glass chandeliers and 

vast bouquets of flowers that are 

changed every day.” 

Geordie Grieg, Tatler, 

Rambagh Palace...“As the peacock 

fans out its tail and gives cry 

before propelling itself into the sky 

above the gardens of Jaipur’s 

white-marbled Rambagh Palace 

Hotel, it is impossible to be unmoved 

by the romance of the place. The 

present Rajmata was brought here 

as a bride some 50 years ago and 

still lives in its grounds.” 

Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces has 

announced the launch of its 24x7 

service for Taj Reservations. 

Ensuring quicker responses and easy 

access and reach at any convenient 

time, these toll free numbers will 

offer guests a one-point contact for 

reservations, packages, special 

offers, itineraries, and all information 

on any Taj hotel worldwide. 

In India 

USA and Canada 

Rest of the World 

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Skywards, Sri Lankan Airlines 

and Emirates award winning 

frequent flyer programme and 

Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces 

have entered into a partnership. 

Taj will give Skywards members 

a new opportunity to earn Miles. 

Under this partnership, Skywards 

Members will earn 500 Miles 

to their membership account per 

eligible stay at any Taj Hotels 

worldwide. Skywards members in 

Sri Lanka will get this privilege 

at three Taj hotels in the island— 

Taj Exotica, Bentota, Taj Samudra, 

Colombo and Airport Garden 

Hotel, Seeduwa. 

Taj’s philanthropy has aided 

hunger-relief efforts, education, 

health crisis, fund-raising, 

earthquake relief and income 

generation for underprivileged 

women and other social 

development and environmental 

issues facing communities 

throughout India. 

Taj Bengal has been recently 

declared as the Environment 

Champion of 2005 by the 

prestigious Federation of Hotel 

and Restaurant Association of 

India (FHRAI).

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