Kuoni Travel (India) Pvt. Ltd and Abacus International, Asia’s leading provider of travel solutions and services, today announced a strategic partnership further accelerating Abacus rise as India’s premium GDS (Global Distribution Network).

Kuoni will leverage the full suite of Abacus solutions including Abacus WorkSpace and Abacus PowerSuite as well as benefit from access to it’s business process and strategy consulting practice.

Speaking on the partnership Rajiv Duggal, Managing Director Kuoni India said, “Abacus is in the fore front in bringing next generation products, technologies and services to the Indian agency community. As a market leader Kuoni India focuses on new technologies and products that can further propel our growth and leadership. We have been impressed by Abacus’ next generation point of sale system, it’s portfolio of mobile solutions, and it’s mid and back office suite. Abacus solutions will enable Kuoni India to deliver a differentiated customer experience for our travellers as well as drive material increases in business productivity.”

“Abacus is proud to establish a relationship with a market leader like Kuoni India”, said Mr Brett Henry, Vice President India, Abacus International. “The Kuoni leadership team places high value on innovation, and product and technology leadership and it’s a great endorsement to be selected as their preferred product and technology partner. “Our position is to be the premium provider in the marketplace. We are really out to do something different – challenging the status quo!”

Latest study from Kuoni reveals how Indians shed their inhibitions on holiday

Kuoni India announced the launch of the Kuoni Holiday Report 2011 as part of the company’s initiative and strategy in coming closer to its customers as well as understanding their deep seated wants and needs from a holiday. The report was launched by Zubin Karkaria, CEO & Managing Director, Kuoni India and South Asia and well-known Chef Sanjeev Kapoor at Taj President, Mumbai on February 23, 2011. This report provides key insights into the psychology and behaviour of an Indian traveller before, during and after the holiday. Eating more junk foods, drinking more, dressing to impress, soaking up beautiful sights and spending more money are some of the key activities that perk up the Indian travelers’ mood.

The report discovers important highlights with regard to eating and spending habits, manners and etiquette, physical appearance and emotional behaviour, and of course, holiday romance and friendships. How do Indians prepare for a holiday? Do we change our culinary habits “abroad”? Or will the future “holiday dream” be flying to the moon? Kuoni’s Holiday Report 2011 reveals some sizzling facts: Women buy new clothes before a holiday (65%), men long for adventure, excitement (41%), and Indians rank themselves as top flirts (37%) - and generally we shed our inhibitions when “abroad”.

Despite the regional variations highlighted throughout the report – more than half the people from Chennai wear clothes that remind them of their holiday when they return home (51%), people from Kolkata are most likely to drink more on holiday (20%) – what unifies the research is how different Indians behave when away from home. Evading all the barriers of day-to-day life, regular persona and stresses, Indian holidaymakers divulge a complete new “visage” while they are in holiday mood.

Kuoni’s Holiday Report 2011 asked 1011 Indian holidaymakers from the ages of 25-65 to give overall and in-depth insights about their holiday behaviour. Kuoni commissioned Opinion Matters to carry out independent research in November 2010 with a representative panel that goes on a holiday abroad at least once every year. Such surveys shall assist Kuoni in coming closer to its customers as well as understanding their deep seated wants and needs from a holiday.

•	Indian women take charge when it comes to pre-holiday preparations – from itinerary to “pampering” themselves - leaving less to do for men. 65% of women buy new clothes while 34% spent time exercising and 29% dieting.
•	Indians pay also great attention to their attire. They are very conscious about their appearance, especially when it comes to presenting themselves to the outside world. We rank ourselves at the top fashionable nationality on holiday (64%). More than a quarter of women admit to dressing more fashionably during the day (26%) and 26% of men admit to dressing more provocatively.
•	A break from the disrupted work-life balance increases the urge to escape for a few days. Around 69% of women crave rest and relaxation during a holiday.
•	Indians “just want to have fun” when away. 72% say that this is the top holiday experience they are looking for.
•	Indian women feel particularly “free” on holiday. This includes wearing different types of clothes (43% vs 33%), spending more money (42% vs 39%) or trying different food and drink (45% vs 35%).
•	Indians rank themselves as top holiday flirts (37%). Just under a third (32%) of Indians hope for some holiday romance and those aged 25-35 are most likely (34%) to feel this way.
•	Almost a quarter of people eat fast food during their trip (23%): more than three in ten women (32%) do this, along with a quarter of those aged 25-34 and 26% of couples without children.
•	Future Holiday Trends: Indians want sustainable but stylish “future holiday”. 24% think that going to the moon will be important in ten years time, 37% think that pure luxury will be important and 34% prioritise eco-tourism.
•	People from Mumbai are most likely to disapprove of topless sunbathing or limited beachwear (23%).

These and many more interesting facts and Indian holiday behaviour secrets have been unveiled for the first time by Kuoni. A Global Report where Kuoni asked over 12000 people across the globe about their holiday behaviour will be released in March 2011.

Zubin Karkaria, CEO & Managing Director, Kuoni India and South Asia, said, “Kuoni India has always been at the forefront of introducing travel trends in the Indian market. Kuoni’s Holiday Report 2011 showcases interesting insights about the behaviour of the Indian traveller. The report is an ideal way to understanding the Indian holidaymakers. The results proved that we do loose inhibitions when we are away from home. Thus, Indians are not looking for only a holiday; they’re searching for new experiences and even newer locations and look for rich experiences that both cultures and sights in foreign countries can bring. They want to be the first to discover and first to talk about their discoveries. The report is beyond just statistics and focuses on a more personal and searching nature to understand the psychology and behaviour of what actually happens before, on and after a holiday.”

On the launch of the report Chef Sanjeev Kapoor said “It gives me immense pleasure to associate with Kuoni India to launch the Kuoni Holiday Report 2011. Eating and drinking is an intrinsic part of any good holiday. Food in India is synonymous with luxury and leisure. This report shares distinct and unique behaviour about Indians relating themselves to food during their holiday. Enjoying and experimenting with a variety of delicacies is the most noticed attitude of the Indian traveller.”

About Kuoni India:
The Kuoni Travel Group, India, is the country's largest travel company and a 100% subsidiary Kuoni Travel Holding Switzerland. The company has over 3,000 travel professionals and its annual turnover has crossed Rs.2200 crore. Kuoni India's vision focuses on providing all travel and travel-related services to travellers from, within and to India.

The brand portfolio includes SOTC in the leisure segment; Kuoni the luxury travel brand; HRG Sita India in the Business Travel segment; Kuoni Destination Management in the Incoming Services segment; Kuoni Academy to offer world-class education and training for young aspirants in the travel and tourism industry and VFS Global in the Visa services segment.

Kuoni India takes it Social Responsibility very seriously. In 2001, it supported the Mumbai Police to launch the nation’s first police force dedicated to the safety and well-being of tourists – the Tourism Police and continues to support this endeavour. It has also partnered with the Municipal Commission of Greater Mumbai and separately with India Tourism for various clean-up initiatives. Kuoni India offsets the carbon dioxide emissions generated by it’s people’s business travel and supports an exemplary climate protection project on Bali together with the , myclimate organisation.

The brand portfolio includes SOTC in the leisure segment; Kuoni the luxury travel brand; HRG Sita India in the Business Travel segment; Kuoni Destination Management in the Incoming Services segment; Kuoni Academy to offer world-class education and training for young aspirants in the travel and tourism industry and VFS Global in the Visa services segment.

Kuoni India takes it Social Responsibility very seriously. In 2001, it supported the Mumbai Police to launch the nation’s first police force dedicated to the safety and well-being of tourists – the Tourism Police and continues to support this endeavour. It has also partnered with the Municipal Commission of Greater Mumbai and separately with India Tourism for various clean-up initiatives. Kuoni India offsets the carbon dioxide emissions generated by it’s people’s business travel and supports an exemplary climate protection project on Bali together with the , myclimate organisation.

•	Kuoni Destination Management (SITA World Travel) has been recognized with the highest award in the Indian travel & tourism industry – the Government of India’s National Tourism Award for service and foreign exchange earning 18 years in a row.
•	Ministry of Tourism citation in recognition of the “Outstanding Contribution to the Growth of Tourism in India” – presented in 2009
•	Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards for Favorite Tour Operator/ Travel Agency
•	Award for Customer & Brand Loyalty Award in the Travel & Hospitality Sector by Carlson Marketing
•	HR Leadership Award at Asia’s Best Employer Award 2010

As the first citizen of the Indian travel industry, Kuoni India relentlessly strives to perfect the art and science of travel and deliver the ultimate travel experience to customers.

To view the complete report, log on to www.kuoni.in/holidayreport

Kuoni, India’s only luxury travel brand announced ski holidays in Piedmont, in Italy. These ski holidays in the Piedmont region offer every possible kind of extravagance. Ski holidays by Kuoni are designed to anticipate and deliver the traveller’s every need. Kuoni ski holidays start from Euro 1700 per person on twin share basis for 6 nights 7 days and includes aaccommodation with breakfast, Ski Pass, Ski lessons and Ski gears.

Ski holidays are the latest trend in luxury holidays, a very natural progression in the growth of the Indian holiday market, with larger numbers of well-heeled travellers demanding more unusual, highly customised experiences.

Commenting on introducing ski holidays to Piedmont Jinal Mehta General Manager Product & Operations – FIT, Outbound Division, Kuoni India said, “It is indeed a pleasure to associate with the Piedmont agency. This association will enhance in promoting Piedmont as an ideal destination for ski holidays. The Indian traveller has evolved, and now seeks experiential holidays. A ski holiday among Indian travellers is fast gaining popularity and they are keen on making skiing a part of their holidays as it is considered a truly exciting experience for the whole family. Kuoni offers unique experiences and recommendations designed exclusively for the Kuoni clients that differentiate their tour from the rest.”

Piedmont, the skiers’ paradise has much to offer the sport-loving traveller. This region has no less than 50 luxurious ski resorts, including Sestriere and Sauze d’Oulx, both of which are a part of the vast Via Lattea (Milky Way) area, and Bardonecchia at Valdi Susa (Susa Valley). During their stay the travelers could avail of various facilities that include the alpine tours, sauna, Turkish bath, outdoor swimming pool, a jacuzzi, wine therapy, massages amongst other facilities.

Kuoni, India’s only luxury travel brand has announced the launch of Swiss Chalets and Palace Hotel Stays in Switzerland. These holidays in the heart of the Swiss Alps offer every possible kind of extravagance. The holidays offer accommodation in luxurious chalets and palace hotels, breakfast and dinner, sauna, jacuzzi, private pools, spa facilities, private transfer to hotel in Limousine, helicopter ride amongst other facilities and are based on the type of chalet and palaces chosen. The Chalet holidays starts from £6475 and the Palace Hotel holiday starts from Є 599.

As part of these holidays Kuoni recommends experiences that include wine tasting at Ticino, hot air ballooning at Lausanne or St. Moritz, helicopter ride and river, sky diving, river rafting at Grindelwald, Thermal Bath at Leukerbad, Glacier Express, diner and folk show at Stadtkeller.

Kuoni’s niche crafted experience to Switzerland offers a range of Chalets and Palace Hotel stays. These include Septieme Ciel - Verbier, Chalet Sorojosa - Verbier, The Residence Mountain Village - Saas Fee, Badrutts Palace Hotel - St. Moritz , Beau Rivage Palace - Lausanne, Palace Luzerne - Lucerne, Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa - Interlaken, Gstaad Palace – Gstaad. The experience in every chalet and palace hotel is significant and unlike from one another.

Speaking on introducing this luxurious offering Kashmira Commissariat COO Outbound Division Kuoni India said “The Indian traveller has evolved, and now seeks experiential holidays, a segment that will drive the Indian tourism industry in the future. Chalets and Palace Hotel stays are fast gaining popularity among the luxury travel segment. The holidays in Chalets and Palace Hotels offer a personalized and lavish experience designed exclusively for Kuoni clients.”

The Chalets and Palace Hotels include:

Septieme Ciel, Verbier
Septieme Ciel is one of the few places where one can experience dramatic outdoors while enjoying cocooned decadence. Feeling the bubble warm bath overlooking the snow capped peaks, plush interiors illuminated with the moonlit night is one of the memorable and eye soothing experience one can have.

Chalet Sorojosa - Verbier
Located in a small village of Verbier, Chalet Sorjosa, is a place well crafted for a sybarite. The inspiring and eye catchy grandeur of the Verbier landscape enchants the travelers mind. Heated private pool, stylish decked rooms, cinema room and much more transforms one’s experience to sublime comfort.

The Residence Mountain Village - Saas Fee
Nestled in one of the most favorite Swiss valley, Residence Mountain Village offers the sort of unpretentious luxury that compliments the charm of the surrounding. A Poggenpohl kitchen, snowboard room, heated centre and a wellness center with a Jacuzzi and a row machine adds an exotic flavor.

Badrutts Palace Hotel - St. Moritz
Since 1896, one of the world’s most enchanting and desired place for niche class. Located in the Swiss Alps, the hotel blends subtle elegance and natural charm. Viewing the snow caped Alps every morning is one of the rarest lifetime experiences.

Beau Rivage Palace – Lausanne
Enveloped in the nature’s arm, Beau Rivage Palace lies on the shores of lake Geneva facing the frozen Alps. The silk, velvet and ornate trimming capture everyone’s view. The fine dining of the palace is worth mentioning.

Palace Luzerne – Lucerne
The majestic Belle Epoque 1906 hotel lies beside the mesmerizing beauty of the lakes. The hotel’s special grandeur cuisines and jazz concerts confine the taste of the people.

Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa – Interlaken
The hotel is located in the heart of the Interlaken, overlooking the spellbound beauty of village green. It’s one of the internationally acclaimed year- round resort in Switzerland.

Gstaad Palace – Gstaad
Perched atop a hill, adorned with turrets, the Gastaad Palace is a complete fairytale. Modern luxuries, grilled delicacies and its private spas are worth experiencing.

About Kuoni

Kuoni, a subsidiary of the 100-year old, Swiss-based, Kuoni Group – winner of the esteemed World's Leading Tour Operator award is the first & only luxury holiday brand in the country that exclusively caters to the unique needs of the luxury traveller.

Taking holidaying to an all-new level, Kuoni offers enhanced and distinctive holiday experiences - complete with expert suggestions from a panel of Kuoni Certified Counselors. Trained as per Kuoni global standards, they plan the customer's holiday from the beginning to the end - leaving them with nothing to do and thereby enabling them to make the most of every moment. The certified holiday counselors personally visit the customer and help them plan out their perfect holiday, offering expert advice on the most splendid sights to see, a listing of the finest shopping and dining options, and highlight special offers at the most luxurious hotels, resorts and palaces, which are exclusively for Kuoni Holidays customers only. Kuoni has presence across 15 cities in India.

Kuoni in association with Singapore Tourism Board has announced soft adventure packages to Singapore. From diving with sharks and surfing to snowboarding and wall-climbing, Singapore has the most thrilling activities to learn and experience. Kuoni’s specially designed soft adventure in Singapore offers five action-packed days on the island with accommodation in the finest hotels, travel with the best airlines and visits to the spa, the casino and the zoo.

As part of Kuoni’s 5 days Soft Adventure in Singapore the traveler would experience various exciting adventure sports. These include:

The G-Max Reverse Bungee
Experience the pressure of six G-forces as you shoot 60 metres upwards at speeds of up to 200 kmph. The rush is addictive and this is a safe sport.

Wave House Sentosa
Experience the California beach lifestyle of high-adrenaline flow riding and learn surfing on a giant artificial wave. Learn the art of surfing with a personal instructor and start riding the waves and smoothly cut the waves like a seasoned surfer in just two days.

The Via Ferrata
Via Ferrata is a traditional European mountaineering activity and Italian for “Iron Way”. Scale the magnificent heights of the world’s largest Via Ferrata wall, in this traditional European mountaineering activity.

Universal Studios
Enter the thrilling world of movie magic as you “ride the movies” on roller coasters and other movie-themed attractions. Be dazzled and delighted by an immersive entertainment experience that brings the silver screen to life. Explore the lost world and be immersed in gripping suspense and adrenaline pumping action at Jurassic Parks Rapid Adventure, Water World, Shrek 4D Adventure at South East Asia’s first movie-themed park.

Dive with the Sharks
Explore the wonders of the ocean depths with the friendly dive guide that leads to an exciting discovery into the mysterious marine world wherein one could come nose to nose with the ever-vigilant sharks.
Kuoni’s 4 nights 5 days Soft Adventure in Singapore includes accommodation with breakfast in four star hotel, return airport transfers on seat in coach basis, five days adventure activities like G-Max reverse bungee jump, wall climbing, indoor wave surfing, go-carting, travel insurance. (Airfare, taxes and visa extra)

Speaking about introducing Kuoni Soft Adventure in Singapore Kashmira Commissariat, COO Outbound Division Kuoni India said “It gives me an immense pleasure to associate with Singapore Tourism Board to launch Kuoni Soft Adventure in Singapore. This association will enhance in promoting Singapore as an ideal destination for soft adventure. We are aiming to serve customers to Singapore specifically for soft adventure with a lot of unique and exciting experiences and entertainment options, which would be exclusively offered by Kuoni for its clients that would differentiate their tour from the rest.”

India’s only luxury holiday brand to introduce ski holidays
Kuoni, India’s only luxury travel brand announced the launch of ski holidays. These ski holidays in the heart of the Swiss Alps offer every possible kind of extravagance. Kuoni’s ski holidays offer accommodation in private chalets, champagne breakfasts, ski lessons from a professional, personal chefs, massages, husky sledding, private pools and jacuzzis. Ski holidays are the latest trend in luxury holidays, a very natural progression in the growth of the Indian holiday market, with larger numbers of well-heeled travellers demanding more unusual, highly customised experiences.

One of the most sought after resorts in the world, Verbier is situated in the Swiss Alps, a 90 minute drive from Geneva. Its private chalets offer the ultimate in personalised luxury, and have played host to politicians, movie stars and pop icons.

Commenting on introducing ski holidays Haresh Koyande, Business Head - Kuoni Holidays said,
“The Indian traveller has evolved, and now seeks experiential holidays, a segment that will drive the Indian tourism industry in the future. A ski holiday among Indian travellers is fast gaining popularity. Travelers are keen on making skiing a part of their holidays as it is considered as a truly exciting experience for the whole family. Anyone who would like to learn skiing can take lessons from a professional.”

Ski holidays by Kuoni are designed to anticipate and deliver the traveller’s every need. The holidaymaker may choose from 17 catered chalets, 4 self-catered chalets, and bed-and-breakfast hotels. These chalets range from the cosy one bedroom Chalet Mozart to the vast Septieme Ciel, which boasts an 11-metre indoor swimming pool, a private hot tub, a sauna, a steam room, a home cinema, wi-fi access and even an iPod docking station in each of its six bedrooms. Those who would like to learn skiing can take lessons from a professional. Every chalet has a resident chef, and chalets with more than three bedrooms also have a resident host. For chalets that are over a five minute walk from the town’s centre, a chauffeur service takes guests to and from the slopes and nightclubs. Kuoni’s ski holidays for one week start at Rs. 46,200 per person per week and include the following:

Kuoni, India’s first and only premium holiday brand has announced Private Luxury Journeys- a unique concept that lets the traveler drive around the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa in a private, chauffeur driven van.
The most passionate travelers are those who discover a country on a road trip and stopping as and when the fancy strikes them, at quaint shops and wayside cafés along the way or simply to admire a particularly fine vista. With Private Luxury Journeys the traveler travels in the luxury van spacious enough to comfortably seat him and his family and a friend or two. With a well-trained chauffeur to navigate, the traveler can simply sit back and have a good time. As part of the Private Luxury Journeys the traveler will stop over at five star or four star hotels, the finest in each area, and dine at the most celebrated restaurants in every city. With a friendly local guide in each city, and sightseeing choices the Kuoni holiday will offer an interesting insight into each culture.

The world in a chauffeur driven van
Drive through fourteen countries across four continents in your spacious chauffeur driven van, with your family and all the friends you want to take along.

So much to see
Drive around Paris in a vintage 2CV. Ride a Harley in Sydney. Take a whale-watching cruise in New Zealand. Visit a winery in South Africa. Hot air balloon ride and champagne breakfast in Australia. An afternoon of indulgence at a mud spa in New Zealand. A visit to an ostrich farm in Cape Town. Or the whale watching cruise in Boston.

Gourmets, rejoice
Sample the wine in Tuscany and Bordeaux. Indulge in a chocolate fondue in Switzerland. Feast on traditional delicacies in New Zealand. And a lobster dinner in Sydney. Plus, of course, superb local and Indian cuisine at the best restaurants in each city.

Only the best will do
The finest airlines. A wide selection of five star and four star hotels. In addition to 4 Star city center hotels, accommodation in 4 Star city limits and 5 Star hotels in Europe. In Australia, in addition to 4 Star & 5 Star hotels, there is an option of apartments as well. In USA, Canada, South Africa and New Zealand accommodation in 4 Star & 5 Star hotels.

To book a holiday with Kuoni call (022)66391000 or email at luxury@kuoni.in or visit us at www.kuoni.in

About Kuoni:
Kuoni Travel Group, India is a subsidiary of the 100-year old, Swiss-based, Kuoni Group – winner of the esteemed World's Leading Tour Operator award for eleven times in a row. Kuoni is the first & only luxury holiday brand in the country that exclusively caters to the unique needs of the premium traveller.

Clients could choose from an array of Kuoni products that include:

The Kuoni luxury group tours are carefully designed by a chosen set of celebrated individuals from different walks of life. These holidays comprise of the distinctive and famous sightseeing attractions, luxurious four star deluxe and five star city center hotels, finest airline, exquisite local and Indian cuisine and experienced tour directors.

Private Luxury Journeys provide the ultimate way to experience a destination - in a chauffeured driven luxury van. This specially designed holiday is a unique concept that lets families and friends drive around the destination in a private, chauffeur driven luxury van, exploring the continent at ones own pace. Kuoni packs a host of special features and experiences into its Private Luxury Journey to USA, Canada, South Africa, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

Just Fly Off Holidays offers the traveler to chose from various exotic destinations which issue visa on arrival and therefore one could plan their holiday and travel in just 24 hours.

Honeymoons to choose from the planet’s most unreservedly romantic destinations, hotels and resorts, and itineraries that offer an experience in a completely romantic way with Kuoni exclusives.

Kuoni understands that no two individuals want exactly the same holiday and that is why most of the Kuoni holidays are customized wherein the client can pick a spot on the globe, inform the date of travel, duration, the kind of experience and Kuoni puts it all together to create a memorable holiday.

Kuoni offers a selection of India’s most self indulgent holidays, wellness spas, adventure breaks and palace stays.

Taking holidaying to an all-new level, Kuoni offers enhanced and distinctive holiday experiences - complete with expert suggestions from a panel of Kuoni Certified Counselors. Trained as per Kuoni global standards, they plan the customer's holiday from the beginning to the end - leaving them with nothing to do and thereby enabling them to make the most of every moment. The certified holiday counselors personally visit the customer and help them plan out their perfect holiday, offering expert advice on the most splendid sights to see, a listing of the finest shopping and dining options, and highlight special offers at the most luxurious hotels, resorts and palaces, which are exclusively for Kuoni Holidays customers only. Kuoni has presence across 15 cities in India.

Kuoni has inaugurated the Kuoni store in Pune to further expand its business and to make Kuoni holidays available for the Pune residents. Kuoni has tied up with Pashankar Tourism; part of the well-known Pashankar family which has been serving the people of Pune with its various ventures and has now forayed into travel and tourism.

Pune one of the well-planned, well-organised and well-maintained city is one of the fastest growing cities and has diversity in population as well as a good mix of high net worth families. The city boasts a high standard of living. Being part of a culturally oriented, highly social and progressive city, the Pune citizen is interested in visiting tourist places across the world. As one of the largest cities in India, and as a result of its many colleges and universities, Pune is emerging as a prominent location for IT and manufacturing companies are expanding as well. There are many automotive companies setting up factories in Pune district. In keeping with this Kuoni launched its store in Pune.

The Kuoni luxury group tours are carefully designed by a chosen set of celebrated individuals from different walks of life. These holidays comprise of the distinctive and famous sightseeing attractions, luxurious four star deluxe and five star city center hotels, finest airline, exquisite local and Indian cuisine and experienced tour directors.

Private Luxury Journeys provide the ultimate way to experience a destination - in a chauffeured driven luxury van. This specially designed holiday is a unique concept that lets families and friends drive around the destination in a private, chauffeur driven luxury van, exploring the continent at ones own pace. Kuoni packs a host of special features and experiences into its Private Luxury Journey to USA, Canada, South Africa, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

Just Fly Off Holidays offers the traveler to chose from various exotic destinations which issue visa on arrival and therefore one could plan their holiday and travel in just 24 hours.

Honeymoons to choose from the planet’s most unreservedly romantic destinations, hotels and resorts, and itineraries that offer an experience in a completely romantic way with Kuoni exclusives.

Kuoni understands that no two individuals want exactly the same holiday and that is why most of the Kuoni holidays are customized wherein the client can pick a spot on the globe, inform the date of travel, duration, the kind of experience and Kuoni puts it all together to create a memorable holiday.

Kuoni offers a selection of India’s most self indulgent holidays, wellness spas, adventure breaks and palace stays.

Kuoni has inaugurated the Kuoni store in Jaipur to further expand its business and to make Kuoni holidays available for the Jaipur residents. The store opening was followed by a travel agents meet at Hotel Spice Court.

Jaipur is one of the well-planned, well-organised and well-maintained city is one of the fastest growing cities and has diversity in population as well as a good mix of high net worth families. The city boasts a high standard of living. Being part of a culturally oriented, highly social and progressive city, the Jaipur citizen is interested in visiting tourist places across the world. Jaipur has also become a centre for education. The district is a centre for both modern and traditional industries. It is also among the emerging global outsourcing cities. The city is remarkable among pre-modern Indian cities. Jaipur is considered by many urbanists to be one of the best planned cities. In coming years it will be the hub for modern business development.

Clients could choose from an array of Kuoni products that include:

The Kuoni luxury group tours are carefully designed by a chosen set of celebrated individuals from different walks of life. These holidays comprise of the distinctive and famous sightseeing attractions, luxurious four star deluxe and five star city center hotels, finest airline, exquisite local and Indian cuisine and experienced tour directors.

Private Luxury Journeys provide the ultimate way to experience a destination - in a chauffeured driven luxury van. This specially designed holiday is a unique concept that lets families and friends drive around the destination in a private, chauffeur driven luxury van, exploring the continent at ones own pace. Kuoni packs a host of special features and experiences into its Private Luxury Journey to USA, Canada, South Africa, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

Just Fly Off Holidays offers the traveler to chose from various exotic destinations which issue visa on arrival and therefore one could plan their holiday and travel in just 24 hours.

Honeymoons to choose from the planet’s most unreservedly romantic destinations, hotels and resorts, and itineraries that offer an experience in a completely romantic way with Kuoni exclusives.

Kuoni understands that no two individuals want exactly the same holiday and that is why most of the Kuoni holidays are customized wherein the client can pick a spot on the globe, inform the date of travel, duration, the kind of experience and Kuoni puts it all together to create a memorable holiday.

Kuoni offers a selection of India’s most self indulgent holidays, wellness spas, adventure breaks and palace stays.

To book with Kuoni call 0141- 4024242 / 4040340 or visit G-1, Adarsh Plaza, Khasa Kothi Circle, Jaipur, Rajasthan. INDIA

About Kuoni:
Kuoni Travel Group, India is a subsidiary of the 100-year old, Swiss-based, Kuoni Group – winner of the esteemed World's Leading Tour Operator award for eleven times in a row. Kuoni is the first & only luxury holiday brand in the country that exclusively caters to the unique needs of the premium traveller.

Taking holidaying to an all-new level, Kuoni offers enhanced and distinctive holiday experiences - complete with expert suggestions from a panel of Kuoni Certified Counselors. Trained as per Kuoni global standards, they plan the customer's holiday from the beginning to the end - leaving them with nothing to do and thereby enabling them to make the most of every moment. The certified holiday counselors personally visit the customer and help them plan out their perfect holiday, offering expert advice on the most splendid sights to see, a listing of the finest shopping and dining options, and highlight special offers at the most luxurious hotels, resorts and palaces, which are exclusively for Kuoni Holidays customers only. Kuoni has presence of 16 stores across India.

In keeping with the plans to further expand its business, Kuoni Holidays inaugurated its new flagship holiday shop in Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Noida and Ludhiana respectively. All the development in the areas of industry, commerce and trade has led to these cities become a model city. These cities being one of the well-planned and well-maintained cities are one of the fastest growing cities that have diversity in population as well as a good mix of high net worth families. Being part of a culturally oriented, highly social and progressive city, the citizens of these cities are interested in visiting tourist places across the world. In keeping with this Kuoni Holidays inaugurated its flagship store in Chandigarh, Noida, Hyderabad and Ludhiana.

Kuoni Holidays announced the launch of its Private Luxury European Holidays. Kuoni Holidays is the first & only luxury holiday brand in the country and a subsidiary of Kuoni Travel Holdings, Switzerland, one of the largest global travel companies. To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Indo-Swiss Treaty of Friendship, Kuoni Holidays launched these holidays that provide the ultimate way to experience Europe - in a chauffeur driven luxury van. As travelers get ready for the summer vacations and with Europe increasingly becoming the holiday destination of choice, Kuoni Holidays has created the perfect luxury holiday experience. This specially designed holiday is a unique concept that lets families and friends drive around Europe in a private, chauffeur driven luxury van, exploring the continent at one's own pace. It is the perfect combination of a customized holiday that is beyond a traveler's expectation.

With this offering, Kuoni Holidays provides the best combination of some of Europe's most picturesque and exotic destinations. Travelers can choose to explore Scandinavia, or visit popular holiday destinations like France, Switzerland, England and Italy.

Kuoni Holidays packs a host of special features and experiences into its Private Luxury Holidays to Europe. Some of these include:

A gourmet lunch on the third level of the Eiffel Tower

Cruising on the River Seine

A wine tasting session in the beautiful region of Tuscany

A romantic horse carriage ride with wine and a folk show in Innsbruck

Visit to a cheese factory in Geneva for a taste of authentic fondue

Beer tasting at the Heineken brewery in Amsterdam

Enjoy a traditional Scottish night and a visit to Scotland's oldest whiskey distillery besides Irish supper and a cabaret in Dublin amongst many other experiences.

After the successful launch of Private Luxury Holidays to Europe, Kuoni Holidays today announced the launch of its Private Luxury Holidays in Australia and Americas. Kuoni Holidays in association with Tourism Australia and Qantas have launched Private Luxury Holidays in Australia.

Kuoni Holidays packs a host of special features and experiences into its Private Luxury Holidays. Some of these include:

Australia

Gold Coast: The Conrad Jupiters Zingara show with limousine transfers and dinner, a visit to Q1 Observatory Deck with wine or beer, a hot air balloon ride followed by a champagne breakfast

Sydney: A Sky Walk at Sydney Tower, a seaplane ride over Darling Harbor

Gold Coast & Sydney: The best of hotels, like Q1 in Gold Coast and the Harbour Marriott in Sydney with the spectacular view of the harbour from your room

Melbourne: Romantic drive along the Great Ocean Road

Americas

Las Vegas: A helicopter ride over the Vegas strip

Orlando: Experience the Dixie Stampede show followed by dinner

Orlando: Stay at the Private Pool Villa in Orlando

Canada: Rocky Mountaineer Rail from Vancouver to Jasper via Kamloops. Dinner at the Fairmount Chateau Lake Louise

Buenos Aires: A day trip to Fiesta Gaucha at Santa Susana ranch, with a folklore show and lunch with wine. A tango performance at Madero Tango followed by dinner and wine.

Sail to the base of the magnificent Niagara falls in Buffalo, and the Iguassu falls in Argentina. Take a blissful cruise to the Bahamas. Explore Alaska on your luxury cruise.

So take the luxury road trip of your dreams to experience the most spectacular holiday that will linger in your memory for a lifetime.

Kuoni Holidays today announced the launch of its Just Fly Out Holidays. Kuoni has chosen exotic destinations which issue visa on arrival and therefore you could plan your holiday & travel in just 24 hours. All you need to have is a valid Indian passport and you are ready to fly.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Haresh Koyande, Business Head Kuoni Holidays said "Often customers who want to travel on long weekends, do not have time to plan something at short notice. With the launch of JFO now all they have to do is just call us and fly to the desired holiday destination - within just 24 hours. We will take care of everything, book your flights, confirm your accommodation and organize your airport transfers by a private vehicle. It is the perfect combination of a luxurious getaway, at a short notice and with everything taken care of. So leave the planning to us and Just Fly Out"

Given the increased stress levels and work pressure, young working couples (DINKs) and corporate professionals often plan a quick getaway during week-ends. Kuoni Holidays has identified destinations including Indonesia (Bali), Thailand, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, Seychelles, Nepal, Bhutan, Macau and Hong Kong where visas are issued on arrival in the respective countries.

Want to take a dream getaway - "Just Fly Out" with Kuoni Holidays.

Kuoni Holidays today announced the launch of its Private Luxury in Australia Holidays. Kuoni Holidays is the first and only luxury holiday brand in the country and a subsidiary of the 100-year old Kuoni Group, winner of the esteemed "World's Leading Tour Operator" award for nine years.

Soar high! Take a hot air balloon, indulge with champagne breakfast, and take a leisurely stroll down the Sky Walk on Sydney Tower. Or choose to soar above the Sydney Harbour in a seaplane. If you prefer Watersports - visit White Water World, Sea World or float down on a Sydney Showboat cruise. Unwind with a chauffer driven stretch limo en-route the exotic Conrad Jupiter Zingara show. Kuoni Holidays offers this and much more.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Haresh Koyande, Business Head Kuoni Holidays said, "Australia beckons the Indian traveler with a holiday to dream of and Kuoni Holidays makes this dream come true. Kuoni Holidays offer the complete holiday experiences right from having trained counselors who plan every detail for you, customized the way you want it, leaving you to relax, unwind and have a truly memorable experience. Australia has become a destination offering unique experiences and yet luxurious holidays and Kuoni Holidays promises you a holiday that is beyond your expectations."

Kuoni Holidays shows you the ultimate way to experience the land Down-under with its Private Luxury Australia holidays. The tour offers include:

A chauffer driven personal sedan to take you everywhere

The best of hotels, like Q1 in Gold Coast and the Harbour Marriott in Sydney with the spectacular view of the harbour from your room

Hot buffet breakfasts everyday

Wonderful Indian dinners every night

Romantic drive along the Great Ocean Road at Melbourne