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| Periodic newsletter issued by Malla Travel & Trek Volume 4, Issue 1, Spring 2013 |
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| Message From CEO |
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Dear Travel Trade Colleagues,
Spring is a time for renewal. Kathmandu’s narrow streets have been broadened for unimpeded flow of traffic and the project is nearing completion. Street-front structures that were pulled down for this project have seen new, contemporary facades adorning the buildings that have given a fresh look to the city.
Nepali New Year 2070 dawned with the joyous Bisket Jatra of Bhaktapur participated in by a large section of the local community. Our tourists enjoyed the week taking back photos and memories. The age-old chariot pulling festival of Red Machindranath of Patan commenced on its annual journey to its resting place at Bungamati.
Elsewhere in the touristic spots of Pokhara and Chitwan National Park a plethora of new hotels and resorts has given us more and better opportunity to offer our tourists choice and comfort.
We at Malla Travel would like to see your guests this summer to enjoy the greenery of Kathmandu Valley and beyond.
Warmly yours,
Subodh Rana
Chief Executive Officer
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| Destination News |
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| New Cable Car Project in Pathibara and Swargadwari |
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In its effort to promote pilgrimage tourism in Nepal, the government has asked interested firms to submit their Expression of Interest (EOI) for the development and management of two cable car projects under Public Private Partnership (PPP) model. Pathibhara is a famous religious shrine lying at an altitude of 12,448 ft in northern part of Taplejung district. Similarly, Swargadwari, another popular pilgrimage site, lies at an altitude of 6,969 ft in Pyuthan district. The pioneering cable car service to Manakamana, the ‘wish-fulfulling’ goddess in Dhading along the Prithivi Highway has been a great success with domestic and international visitors. |
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| Historical Note |
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"It was very majestic and spectacular. I am glad that I was able to retrace the historic flight by my grandfather (Douglas Douglas-Hamilton),” said 33-year-old Charles Douglas-Hamilton, after returning from a morning flight to Everest with Yeti Airlines on April 3, 2013. The mountain flight was organized to mark the 80th anniversary of the first mountain flight to Everest by Scottish pilot Colonel Douglas Douglas-Hamilton and two colleagues in 1933.
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| Mustang hosts 37,000 tourists |
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More than 37,000 tourists visited Mustang in 2012. The number marked a remarkable increment over 2011 according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP). Mustang-based entrepreneurs are hopeful of the number going up further this year as Mustang has been identified as one of the most sought-after destinations for 2013 by international travel guide book “Lonely Planet”. Tourists can reach Mustang by air, Beni-Jomsom road and Annapurna trekking route.
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| Dwarika’s Resort Dhulikhel |
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Nestled in the Himalayan Foothills, where a tranquil setting and rural heritage come together, the newly refurbished resort offers outdoor and indoor living spaces. A holistic experience reflecting Nepal's ancient philosophy of respect for nature and one's self revival awaits the discerning guests at this high end resort. The resort will be taking in guests from August 2013. |
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| Happenings |
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Educational Trip
We handled the educational trip promoted by Groupe Maison de la Chine et de l'Orient of France. Mrs. Josefa Casado the general manager of the company led the group of 7 of their prime business generators. The trip covered Kathmandu, Dhulikhel and Nagarkot. CEO Subodh Rana gave a presentation on Pokhara and Chitwan to the group followed by cocktails at Mirabel Resort in Dhulikhel.
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| Hospitality |
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ATITHI RESORT IN POKHARA
The Atithi Resort and Spa located at Lakeside, Pokhara opened for guests in May 2013. The resort has been awarded a three-star rating. The resort sprawls over 14 ropanis of land and offers 51 rooms including suites, deluxe and luxury rooms. The Atithi Resort and Spa features mini bar, rooms with automatic lock system, swimming pool, health club, restaurant and assembly hall.
GAJU SUITE HOTEL
Located at the A-One Complex in Thamel the touristic hub of Kathmandu, Gaju Suite Hotel boasts 12 elegantly appointed suites and 10 deluxe rooms. Among the facilities available are Television, DVD player, fully equipped kitchen, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, etc. The hotel also has got a sun-deck and Green Hearts Spa and Beauty Salon.
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| Air Miles |
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NEPAL AIRLINES REVAMPING
The Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) is in the process of signing the final aircraft purchase agreement with Airbus within May this year. On April 20, the NAC sent US$500,000 as 'commitment fee' to Airbus for the purchase of two narrow-body A320-200 aircrafts. The national carrier of Nepal and the European aircraft manufacturer have already signed a revised Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in this regard. Nepal Airlines operates two aging B-757 aircrafts and this new deal will give a shot in the arm to the national carrier’s much-awaited renewal.
NEW OPERATOR TO RUN ULTRA-LIGHT FLIGHTS
A new ultralight flight operator is coming to Pokhara. Pokhara Ultralight Company is commencing operation in the tourist town within one and half months. At present, Avia Club has been operating ultralight flights in Pokhara.The company has acquired three ultralight aircraft with 80 horse power capacity made by Ukraine-based Aeros. The flights will start from May 2013. Tourists who wish to take adventure options in Pokhara can take ultralight flights, Zip ride and paragliders in the beautiful valley.
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| Your Agency News |
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NEW STAFF AT MALLA
We have got some new faces in our company who are eager to offer our partners and prospective partners the high quality of service, detail to attention and promptness in correspondence our industry demands and of which we are known for. Pushpa K.C has joined us as Deputy Manager – Tour. He brings to us many years of experience garnered with reputable companies handling some prestigious accounts. Supporting him are Samundra Subedi, Tour Executive and Rudra Dahal, Jr. Tour Executive. I am expanding our Outbound Department by taking an experienced hand Smrity Shakya in the capacity of Tour Executive. Manoj Basnet, Sr. Executive – Operation has joined us to make sure of the smooth running of this vital department.
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