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Dubai (DXB) – The Tourist Capital of United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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The United Arab Emirates, or simply the Emirates, is a country in Western Asia. It is located at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula and shares borders with Oman and Saudi Arabia while having maritime borders in the Persian Gulf with Qatar and Iran. The seven United Arab Emirates include Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah. The capital city is Abu Dhabi which is the largest and wealthiest emirate among the 7 UAE Emirates. The currency of the UAE is Dirhams and the country code is +971. Abu Dhabi is the second most populous city after Dubai and is located on an island in the Persian Gulf off the central west coast. Abu Dhabi houses local and federal government offices and is the home of the United Arab Emirates Government and the Supreme Petroleum Council. The President of the UAE, who is a member of the Al Nahyan family lives in Abu Dhabi. The Emirate’s focus on oil exports and commerce is reflected by the skyline’s modern towers and shopping megacenters such as Burj Mohammed Bin Rashid and Marina malls. Beneath the white-marble domes, the vast Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque features an immense Persian carpet, crystal chandeliers, and a capacity for more than 41,000 worshipers. Abu Dhabi accounts for about two-thirds of the roughly $500 billion UAE economy. Dubai is the most popular emirate in UAE and is known for luxury shopping, ultramodern architecture, and a lively nightlife scene. Burj Khalifa, an 830m-tall tower, dominates the skyscraper-filled skyline. At its foot lies Dubai Fountain, with jets and lights choreographed to music. Atlantis, The Palm, a resort with water and marine-animal parks is located just offshore on artificial islands in Dubai. Burj Al-Arab, Dubai’s most iconic hotel is a global icon of Arabian luxury. This jewel of Jumeirah is a luxurious 7-star property located on a man-made island as a striking sail-shaped building. Dubai attracts billions of tourists each year and its major revenue model is based on tourism and not oil thus creating a safe environment for leisure and privacy. Below are the list of adventures we’ve experienced during our trip:
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Dubai City Tour
Dubai city tour starts with the famous Sheikh Zayed Road which stretches 55 km from the Dubai World Trade Centre roundabout to the border of Abu Dhabi. After eating our lunch, we straight away headed to enjoy Dubai Frame which is an architectural landmark in Zabeel Park, Dubai. It holds the record for the largest frame in the world with an extraordinary height of 150 m. The Guardian newspaper describes it as “the biggest picture frame on the planet”. We even visited Dubai Mall to shop, eat and enjoy the grand experience. Post that, we took a quick walk in the evening at Al Seef which is a contemporary Arabian street with different experiences including a museum of illusion, shopping essentials, restaurants and cafes, and epic Karak tea.
Desert Safari, Belly Dance Show, and BBQ Dinner, Dubai
Desert Safari in Dubai is the uttermost experience that will give you an adrenaline rush as soon as you hit the sands with a car with full potential in terms of torque and power. The desert safari is comprised of the dune bashing, which is a 4×4 vehicle adventure on dunes, and also a brief camel ride. We experienced this amazing 30 mins dune bashing at Al Lahbab Desert in Dubai. This enthralling adventure is pumped up with an extensive range of activities like shisha smoking, Belly dance show, Tanura show, night sand boarding, and Fire show followed by a lavish BBQ dinner. The evening desert safari tour is a combo of thrilling safari adventures and an experience of traditional Arabic culture.
Ski Dubai
Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort with 22,500 square meters of the indoor ski area. The park maintains a temperature of -1 degrees to 2 degrees Celsius throughout the year. It is a part of the Mall of the Emirates, one of the largest shopping malls in the world, located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They have different versions of tickets based on the activities you decide to go with. Please choose your pass accordingly. Also, they provide free gloves and warm outfits to enjoy the snow park along with locker access. Major adventure activities include snow park rides, mountain thriller, zorb ball, snow bullet ride, zip lining, slope skiing, and live penguin encounters.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is one of the largest suspended aquariums in the world. With the capacity to hold 10 million liters of water, Dubai Aquarium illuminates the marvels of the ocean floor and showcases one of the most diverse collections of marine animals worldwide. Right from catfish to sharks in the higher predator chain, this place has it all. They have created an artificial coral reef inside this aquarium which enables all the scuba divers to swim with some of the deadliest aquatic creatures including sting rays, sharks, octopuses, and piranas. Don’t miss out on the long tunnel at the entrance which acts as a photo stop for you and your loved ones with all your favorite and deadliest aquatic creatures in the background.
Burj Khalifa – At The Top
A level above breathtaking Soaring high at 555 meters, At the Top, Burj Khalifa SKY is fittingly Dubai’s most iconic destination. Get ready to enjoy exclusive access to the redefined, highest outdoor observatory in the world, spread across levels 148 and 125 of Burj Khalifa. Your journey begins when you step into the At the Top, Burj Khalifa SKY lounge, from where you will be personally escorted to a dedicated elevator having a speed of 22 miles per hour. Inside, watch in amazement as specially designed projections give you the feeling of flying over global landmarks as you ascend to Level 125. The observatory deck has multiple sections for the guests which includes a 360-degree panoramic view of Dubai from the top deck, a small cafe, souvenirs, and a 3-D headset experience. Deep dive into the breathtaking history of the construction of the tallest building in the world.
Dubai Musical Fountain Show and Lake Ride
The Dubai Fountain is a choreographed fountain system located on the 12-hectare (30-acre) manmade Burj Khalifa Lake, at the center of the Downtown Dubai development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Illuminated by 6,600 lights and 50 colored projectors, it is 275 m (902 ft) long and shoots water up to 500 ft (152.4 m) into the air accompanied by a range of classical to contemporary Arabic and world music. The lake ride is 40 mins long and the guests get to enjoy the fountain show during the ride. People from different countries visit Dubai to enjoy this mesmerizing view of the magical fountain show at Burj Khalifa Lake.
Yacht Ride, Marina Dubai
Travel exploring the jewels of Dubai in a classic and stunning Yacht. Enjoy a spectacular and star-like ride, exploring Dubai through surfing the waters in a 37 feet bluewater yacht. The Yacht ride is an evening two hours romantic ride that starts from Dubai Marina and tours you around some of the most exotic places in Dubai including the view of Marina Canal, JBR, Dubai eye island, Skydive, Palm island, Ain Dubai, Atlantis, and Burj Al-Arab. It’s perfect for couples, simply sit back and enjoy the sensational views and romantic weather of Dubai.
Address Sky View, Dubai
The Address Sky View is one of the most iconic properties in Dubai in terms of comfort, accommodation, luxury, and food. In 2 striking contemporary towers linked by a skywalk, this premium hotel is a 9-minute walk from both the Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, a skyscraper with a viewing deck. It’s 14 km from Dubai International Airport. Ultrachic rooms have Wi-Fi, smart TVs, minibars, and Nespresso machines, plus balconies and/or skyline views. Club quarters add lounge access with free meals and drinks. Suites offer living areas; upgraded suites feature kitchens and separate living rooms. Amenities include an airy, sophisticated restaurant, a cafe, and a patisserie. They have two swimming pools: the first one on the ground floor and the most popular infinity pool which gives you a fabulous view of Burj Khalifa on the top floor. They also have a spa, a gym, and an event space.
Burj Al Arab, Dubai
Burj Al Arab is one of the most luxurious 7-star hotels in the world that is set on an island in a striking sail-shaped building. This luxury hotel is a 5-minute walk from Wild Wadi Water Park and 4 km from the Mall of the Emirates. The interiors are gilded in 24-carat gold. Approximately 1,790sqm of 24-carat gold leaf was used to embellish the hotel’s opulent interiors. Opulent suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows with gulf or city views. All have 24-carat gold iPads, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and iPods. They offer Egyptian linens, designer toiletries, whirlpool baths, and butler service. Upgraded suites include snooker tables, libraries, cinemas, and private elevators. A breakfast buffet, parking, and water park passes are free. Amenities also include 9 restaurants and bars, 4 pools, and a private beach. There’s a spa, a gym, a helipad, and a kids’ club. You shan’t be allowed to enter this property without a restaurant or room reservation. Do enjoy your evening at the beach-facing Sal restaurant (a part of Burj Al Arab) which is located right outside Burj Al Arab. (Refer to the above pictures)
Four Points by Sheraton, Sheikh Zayed Road
Four Points by Sheraton is one of the best properties to stay especially on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai. Occupying a contemporary building in a row of high-rises, this upscale, 43-storey hotel is 4 km from The Dubai Mall and 6 km from The Dubai Fountain. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with city views, the modern rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat screens and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemakers. Upgrades add living areas and access to a lounge with free breakfast. Chic 1- to 3-bedroom apartments add kitchenettes and dining rooms. Room service is offered 24/7. Dining options include a refined Italian eatery, a cozy pub, and a lounge bar on the 43rd floor. There’s also a rooftop pool & a gym along with an amazing view.
Ain Dubai
Ain Dubai is the world’s biggest and tallest Ferris wheel, located on Bluewaters Island, near the Dubai Marina in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Ain Dubai is 82.4 m (270 ft) taller than the previous world’s tallest observation wheel, the 167.6 m (550 ft) High Roller, which opened in Las Vegas in March 2014. The wheel carries up to 1,750 passengers in 48 cabins and provides views of Dubai Marina and landmarks such as Burj Al Arab, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Khalifa. 10-12 guests can be accommodated in one chamber and it takes around half an hour for the ride to complete. Till then, the guests can take pictures keeping the most iconic locations in the background.
Smoky Beach, Dubai
Smoky Beach is a contemporary beach lounge in Dubai Marina offering sushi, salads, hot beverages, sandwiches, mocktails & smoothies. Do try their Moroccan tea with a teaspoon of honey and watermelon sheesha. The view is spectacular and feels refreshing every time you visit this place. You can even visit La Mer and Kites beach in your free time.
The Lost Chambers at Atlantis, The Palm
The Lost Chambers located in Atlantis, The Palm is the Largest Aquarium in the Middle East and Africa! Lost for thousands of years deep beneath the sea, the ancient ruins of the lost city of Atlantis have finally been uncovered. Come live out your Atlantean adventure at The Lost Chambers Aquarium home to 65,000 incredible marine animals. Explore the underwater mazes and tunnels of this lost civilization while encountering sharks, eels, seahorses, and piranhas. There are over 20 impressive marine life exhibits including a touch tank and our interactive Aquatheatre show.
Dolphin Dip and Play in Aquaventure at Atlantis, The Palm
Get up close with playful dolphins in shallow water with a dolphin encounter at Dubai’s Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis the Palm. Make your way to Dolphin Bay at Atlantis the Palm at your allotted time, and meet a marine mammal specialist for a 15-minute safety briefing and orientation session. Then, wade waist-deep into the water to interact with a dolphin. Enjoy a 30-minute in-water encounter as you pet and touch the dolphins in groups of no more than 10 people per animal. Including check-in and time to change into the provided wetsuits, the full experience should take around 1.5 hours. You can take pictures with the dolphins at an additional cost as per their rules and regulations. Also, please be gentle with them. Have Fun!
Sky Dive, Dubai
Sky Dive Dubai is one of the most amazing destinations in the world for sky diving. They have two wonderful locations in Dubai, the first one is the desert view and the second one is the palm island view. We would recommend going with Palm Island Sunset View. The Palm Dropzone offers visitors truly unique experiences. A tandem skydive from 13,000 feet above the Palm Jumeirah is an incredible experience and should be on everyone’s Dubai to-do list. Experienced skydivers can also avail of coaching, a full-service rigging loft, and free load organizing. You live only once. Just go for it.
New Year’s Eve with Burj Khalifa Fireworks
Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Dubai would be one of the best decisions in your life. New Year’s Eve in Dubai is indeed an absolute madness. The Dubai government arranges different viewing zones for all the tourists to enjoy the most exotic fireworks at the beginning of the year. The best viewing zone is Zone 14 – Gate 3 as it’s a family zone right in front of Burj Khalifa. Getting an access pass for unmarried people is difficult in this zone. Kindly pre-book your zone pass at U By Emaar application. They would be shutting the road access towards Burj Khalifa within a radius of 2 km post noon. Please ensure that you reach Dubai Mall at the most by 11:30 AM, You can spend your entire day there till 9 PM. All the viewing zones are within walking distance from Dubai Mall. You will have to choose the closest exit to reach your respective viewing zone. There would be provisions for food, water, and toilets in each of the viewing zones. Celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime experience with your loved ones. Enjoy the show.
Overall Experience and Rating
We had an amazing time in Dubai experiencing an amazing combination of #Food and #Travel. Special Thanks to @thakurjis and @vitsrulz for planning our itinerary. We landed at Dubai airport on 28th December and right after we checked in, we headed towards Al Lahbab Desert in a Range Rover for Desert Safari. Don’t miss out on riding ATV/Quad bikes at sunset. Skydive Dubai especially the Palm Island View was one of the best experiences we’ve ever had. Don’t miss it for the world. We were lucky enough to experience rainfall in Dubai as it’s one of the rarest phenomena. The Yacht ride in Dubai Marina was one of the most romantic rides of our lives. Also, Burj Khalifa Fireworks on New Year’s Eve have a special place in our hearts. If you would want to spend a good time with Dolphins, Aquaventure at Atlantis, The Palm would be a perfect place. As our itinerary was very tight, we tried to cover as many places as we could. The most recommended places to visit include Skydive Dubai, Desert Safari, Ski Dubai, Yacht ride in Dubai Marina, Burj Khalifa – At the Top, Musical Fountain, and Lake ride, Smoky beach, Dolphin dip & play in Aquaventure at The Atlantis, and Burj Khalifa Fireworks on New Year’s Eve. The most recommended hotels for stay and comfort include Burj Al Arab, The Address Sky View, Atlantis on The Palm Jumeirah island, and Four Points by Sheraton at Sheikh Zayed Road. Also, you can make use of online food deliveries in Dubai in case you want to try out different cuisines. We stayed in Dubai for 10 Nights and 11 Days and we still feel we haven’t covered all the places yet 🙂 #UntilNextTime
Ambience – 5/5
Food – 4.9/5
Service – 4.9/5
Stay & Comfort – 5/5
Address: Dubai, UAE
The Food Punch Recommendation – 5/5
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Abu Dhabi (AUH) – The Capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
#The7UnitedArabEmirates !!!
The United Arab Emirates, or simply the Emirates, is a country in Western Asia. It is located at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula and shares borders with Oman and Saudi Arabia while having maritime borders in the Persian Gulf with Qatar and Iran. The seven United Arab Emirates include Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah. The capital city is Abu Dhabi which is the largest and wealthiest emirate among the 7 UAE Emirates. The currency of the UAE is Dirhams and the country code is +971. Abu Dhabi is the second most populous city after Dubai and is located on an island in the Persian Gulf off the central west coast. Abu Dhabi houses local and federal government offices and is the home of the United Arab Emirates Government and the Supreme Petroleum Council. The President of the UAE, who is a member of the Al Nahyan family lives in Abu Dhabi. The Emirate’s focus on oil exports and commerce is reflected by the skyline’s modern towers and shopping megacenters such as Burj Mohammed Bin Rashid and Marina malls. Beneath the white-marble domes, the vast Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque features an immense Persian carpet, crystal chandeliers, and a capacity for more than 41,000 worshipers. Abu Dhabi accounts for about two-thirds of the roughly $500 billion UAE economy. Dubai is the most popular emirate in UAE and is known for luxury shopping, ultramodern architecture, and a lively nightlife scene. Burj Khalifa, an 830m-tall tower, dominates the skyscraper-filled skyline. At its foot lies Dubai Fountain, with jets and lights choreographed to music. Atlantis, The Palm, a resort with water and marine-animal parks is located just offshore on artificial islands in Dubai. Burj Al-Arab, Dubai’s most iconic hotel is a global icon of Arabian luxury. This jewel of Jumeirah is a luxurious 7-star property located on a man-made island as a striking sail-shaped building. Dubai attracts billions of tourists each year and its major revenue model is based on tourism and not oil thus creating a safe environment for leisure and privacy. Below are the list of adventures we’ve experienced during our trip:
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the world’s largest mosques and an architectural masterpiece that beautifully combines Islamic architecture and design. It’s the key place of worship for daily prayers. The mosque is large enough to accommodate over 40,100 worshippers, while the main prayer hall can hold over 7,000. There are two smaller prayer halls, with a capacity of 1,500 each, one of which is the women’s prayer hall. Visitors to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque must follow a specific dress code as a sign of respect. Shoulders and knees must be covered and shoes must be removed compulsorily before entering the prayer room. Women are also asked to wear abayas which are provided free of charge. When you enter the mosque, there would be several photo spots to click pictures. Please don’t take pictures from random spots and ensure that you follow their rules strictly.
Centro Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Located just 3 km away from the Yas Island Marina Circuit, the Centro Yas Island hotel is 4 km both from the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and from the Yas Waterworld water park. Guests staying at the property have free access to the Yas beach located right next to it. The polished rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, as well as tea and coffee making facilities. Amenities include a casual restaurant, a sleek bar, and a cafe. There’s also an exercise room, an outdoor pool, and a tennis court.
Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is one of the largest indoor theme parks located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi and it features Formula Rossa, the world’s fastest roller coaster. The Ferrari Rossa roller coaster takes around 60 seconds to complete and it travels at the highest speed of 240 km/h. Some of the highest adrenaline rides include Formula Rossa, Flying Aces, Turbo track, Turbo tower, and karting academy. This is the ultimate destination for non-stop, hyper-adrenaline, heart-racing fun! In between rides, get to see magical shows, savor the flavors of Italy and get exclusive access to the fast, prestigious world of luxury Italian supercars and their racing legends. Celebrate life’s wins and nurture the spirit of champions when you visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi.
Warner Bros, Abu Dhabi
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is an indoor theme park in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, owned and developed by Miral Asset Management at an expected cost of $1 billion. The park features characters from Warner Bros.‘s franchises, such as Looney Tunes, DC Comics, Hanna-Barbera, and others. The park is located on Yas Island near Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, and CLYMB Abu Dhabi, and is the third Warner Bros theme park. The park contains 29 rides, and shows. Our most recommended attractions include Flinstones, Tom & Jerry, Scooby-Doo, DC universe, Wayne Tech, Batman, Warner Bros magical parade, Riddler revolution, and Gotham city. Relive your childhood memories with your loved ones and don’t forget to create unforgettable memories at Warner Bros Abu Dhabi.
W Hotel, Abu Dhabi
Located at Yas Marina and the F1 Yas Marina Circuit, this modern hotel is 4 km from Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and 8 km from Abu Dhabi International Airport. Sophisticated rooms offer free Wi-Fi, LED TVs, and safety lockers, plus sitting areas and glass-enclosed bathrooms; some include balconies with marina or racetrack views. The 1-bedroom suites add living and dining areas. A rooftop terrace features 2 pools and a bar. Other amenities include a casual lobby lounge, a nightclub, and a polished restaurant, as well as Italian, Indian and Japanese eateries. There are also spa treatments, a gym, and a sauna, plus meeting and event space for up to 2,000 people. With lavish interiors and an amazing F1 view during breakfast or from your room, this hotel is definitely worth a visit. Please ask them for an upgrade if this would be your first visit to the property.
Overall Experience and Rating
We started our amazing trip from the city of Mumbai. Special Thanks to @thakurjis and @vitsrulz for planning our itinerary. We landed at Abu Dhabi airport on 24th December just before Christmas. We had booked our stay at Centro Yas Island for 3 nights and 4 days. On our way to the hotel, we decided to visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – an architectural masterpiece that beautifully combines Islamic architecture and design and is a key place of worship for daily prayers. We explored some places next to Centro Yas Island along with Yas Beach on the day we checked in. We headed to Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi on Christmas where we had a wonderful time enjoying some thrilling rides. Ferrari Rossa is one of the most spectacular rides and is not to be missed. Other adventurous rides include Formula Rossa, Flying Aces, Turbo track and Turbo tower, etc. On 26th December, we went to Warner Bros in Abu Dhabi to relive our childhood memories. Warner Bros is a magical place to find all our favorite cartoon characters including Scooby-Doo, Tom & Jerry, Road Runner, Flinstones, Looney Tunes, etc. Not just that, they have created a brand new DC universe which includes Gotham City, Joker world, riddler revolution, Batman spacecraft ride, Wayne Enterprise, Batman and Robin 3D universe, etc. Please don’t miss the magical parade which happens every 2 hours in the main area of Warner Bros Studio. We checked in at W Hotel in Abu Dhabi the next day and were amazed to see our exotic room with lavish interiors and a fantastic F1 view. Don’t miss the sunset swim at the infinity pool at the top and Saturday night events on the rooftop.
Ambience – 5/5
Food – 4.9/5
Service – 4.9/5
Stay & Comfort – 5/5
Address: Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Food Punch Recommendation – 5/5
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Dusit Thani – Maldives
#WorldofCorals !!! Located on Mudhdhoo Island in Baa Atol, Maldives’ first UNESCO world reserve, Dusit Thani Maldives is just 35 mins away from the capital city – Male via seaplane transfers or a 25-minute domestic flight from Male and 10 minutes by speedboat from Dharavandhoo … Continue reading Dusit Thani – Maldives
Avadh Utopia Surat
A Perfect Staycation Experience !!!
A hidden treasure located in city of Surat is ready to blow your mind away by offering one of the best staycation experiences. Avadh Utopia Surat is a paradise where nature retains its purity, its originality and its freshness. Avadh Utopia Surat strives to blend in the best of what entertainment avenues have to offer, combining fun, relaxation, warmth, partying, cheer and rejuvenation in the best way possible. This gigantic heaven of 5,15,000 sq. ft. area brings together all elements of lavishness which can put your busy life, going at a breakneck speed, to a tranquil pause.
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Countless Amenities
The Suite rooms will definitely take your breath away in the very first glance. The poolside view from the room is so mesmerizing and peaceful. Also, they have a 3-Screen multiplex, well-equipped library, cafeteria, spacious reception, 114 lavish guest rooms with splendid amenities, 6 massive banquet halls with 27 feet height up to the ceiling. Keeping comfort, style and a lavish interior decor, this property becomes the most eccentric place in the city of Surat.
Let’s discuss about their favorite drink/delicacy:
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A Scrumptious Breakfast Buffet
Their Breakfast Menu consists of following food items: idli, vada, live dosa and uttapam counter, fresh juices (watermelon, kiwi, grape, pineapple), gujarati style dhokla and khakhra, toast with butter and jam, puri bhaji, desserts (donut, croissant) and hot beverages (tea, coffee). We usually try to follow this old saying: “Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper“.
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Margarita Pizza
You can enjoy this yummilicious margarita pizza near the poolside seating area. This pizza contains only cheese and tomato but no one would dare underestimate its taste. This is definitely one of the most recommended pizzas from our end.
Overall Experience and Rating
We had an amazing stay for 2 nights 3 days and it was undoubtedly a heavenly experience. Your eyes just cannot skip their spacious reception and lobby area once you enter this property. Also, they have around 3-4 restaurants inside the property for taking good care of their guests. Entertainment would just be a small word for them. We absolutely fell in love with their extravagant temperature-controlled pool and half olympic-sized swimming pool. Other amenities include super Lavish Suite Rooms, Bowling, Table Tennis, Lawn Tennis, Carrom, Squash, Pocket Pool, Billiards, Game Zone, Badminton, Spa and Saloon and what not. This property is purely intended for people looking for a lavish staycation experience. We had a splendid time covering this property and would love to pay a visit again. Also, we would like to extend a huge thank you to the sales team for arranging such an amazing staycation experience for us.
PS: Avoid carrying the prohibited/banned items (alcohol,etc.) in the state of Gujarat.
Ambience – 4.5/5
Food – 4.5/5
Service – 4.5/5
Stay & Comfort – 4.5/5
Address: Opp Airport Near Avadh Copper Stone off, Dumas Rd, Surat, Gujarat 394550.
Meal for two – Rs. 1500
The Food Punch Recommendation – 4.5/5
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Eatigo
India opens its doors for the no.1 discounted reservation app – Eatigo. Eatigo’s mission is to connect empty tables with empty stomachs by offering time-based discounts of up to 50% every day, at all of its participating restaurants through its online website and mobile application. With over 1000 plus restaurants listed in the application, today, Eatigo has crossed more than 1 million downloads in the Google Play Store. It is the leading online reservations platform for restaurants in Southeast Asia. Backed by TripAdvisor, Eatigo is available in Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia & Hong Kong, and is looking forward to expanding in India.
Eat with Eatigo !!!
Useful Tips
#EatigoIndia
Eatigo is a one-stop online reservation platform for all the foodies out there. Users can choose to dine anywhere, from upscale hotels to popular food chains, and save up to 50% every day at each restaurant they visit. Eatigo also helps the restaurants to fill up some empty seats during non-peak hours.
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Promo code – INSTAGO
Attend your first reservation on Eatigo with promo code INSTAGO and get Rs.100 Paytm cash!
Overall Experience and Rating
We had an amazing booking experience while making a table reservation through Eatigo App. The user interface of the application was quite commendable and offered a wide variety of features including live-location spotting, promotional offers, etc. Our team wanted to attend a live gig held at Hard Rock Cafe in Mumbai. Our restaurant reservation process was completed within no time, within a few steps. Thank you Eatigo for offering us with a seamless booking experience. Be it a Maharashtrian cuisine, Thai cuisine or Japanese cuisine, Eatigo knows exactly how to satiate your taste buds by offering you a perfect discounted price (Upto 50% Off) on the final bill amount. It’s time to fill in some empty seats during non-peak hours too. The best part? It’s completely free to use. So, hurry up and make your table reservations now using the Eatigo App.
Ambience – NA
Food – NA
Service – 4.5/5
Stay & Comfort – NA
User Interface – 4.4/5
Booking Experience – 4.5/5
Venue: App Store/Play Store
The Food Punch Recommendation – 4.5/5
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Aloft Bengaluru Cessna Business Park
Stay, Play and Splash.
Aloft Cessna Business Park, is a perfect confluence of leisure and business featuring 191 spacious, loft – like rooms, an urban design aesthetic, live music performances and an active social scene. The airy lobby-lounge has check-in kiosks and a billiards table. There’s also a contemporary cocktail bar (wxyz) serving snacks, a chic restaurant (Nook) and a 24-hour snack bar (Re:Fuel), plus an outdoor swimming pool (Splash).
Colorful Delight
Aloft is widely known for its spacious and colorful lobby. It has an amazing interior decor with a strong mindset of openness and transparency. The view of the outdoor swimming pool (Splash) from the room is quite mesmerizing.
Let’s discuss about their favorite drink/delicacy:
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Lomi Lomi
Lomi Lomi would be a wise choice to make if you want to sip one of their finest mocktails from the menu. It contains fresh lime juice, honey, ginger & orange juice whose mixture leads to an amazing aftertaste. Try out some of their exceptional cocktails which includes a coffee flavored rum (Kahlua) while you are at “WXYZ” bar.
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Dark Chocolate Soft Cake
Aloft is all set to bring your palate to life by introducing one of the most delectable chocolate dessert in food industry. The dark Chocolate soft cake contains a rich dark chocolate combined with almond powder and finished with Chocolate Ganache. An absolute temptation for your taste buds. Good Food Good Mood.
Overall Experience and Rating
The first thing which caught our attention is their capacious and colorful lobby. While having a property walk through session, we were quite impressed with three of their gems located in the lobby area viz. wxyz bar, Nook and Re:Fuel. “Nook” is a must go place if you really want to enjoy some delicious food. Aloft has a separate breakfast, lunch and dinner menu for their guests and shows no hesitation in offering a wonderful hospitality during the stay. They have an amazing staff to take good care of you, be it in terms of food, room service or any kind of advisory. Going forward, their board rooms and banquet hall play a significant role in conducting corporate meetups or hosting a wedding ceremony. Covering the fitness part, their gym contains a list of the well chosen equipment with a massaging chair kept right outside. We had a pleasant stay for 1 night 2 days where we enjoyed most of their activities like foosball, swimming,etc. in our leisure time.
Ambience – 4.4/5
Food – 4.5/5
Service – 4.7/5
Stay & Comfort – 4.4/5
Address: Cessna Business Park, Sarjapur – Marathahalli Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560103
Meal for two – Rs. 1,800 (without alcohol)
The Food Punch Recommendation – 4.5/5
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Saffola Aura launch with celebrity chef Kunal Kapur & nutritionist Pooja Makhija
Saffola Aura – Marico’s healthy initiative
Marico launches Saffola Aura – A unique Oil that blends two trending super foods – Olive Oil and Flaxseed oil. Saffola Aura gives you the benefits of both Omega-3 and powerful anti-oxidants that help renew your body cells every day. The event was very well organized at Smoke House Deli in BKC, Mumbai and it’s launch met unprecedented importance within no time. The event also saw a cook-off challenge between the bloggers, where they had to showcase their talent using the new Super Oil.
Let’s discuss about their favorite delicacy:
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Eggetarian Aura
Eggetarian Aura prepared using Saffola extra virgin olive and flaxseed oil is a lip smacking product for all the fellow foodies out there. Ingredients include omelette, tossed vegetables, sprouts, chick peas & american corn. With the rightful amount of nutrients entering your stomach, you would always be up for such an extraordinary snack.
Overall Experience and Rating
We were extremely delighted for the launch of a never seen before creation, Saffola Aura Oil. The event kicked off with celebrity chef Kunal Kapur and nutritionist Pooja Makhija briefing us about the importance of consuming healthy products and giving the essential nutrients to our body with a unique blend of two superfoods. We also participated in a cook-off challenge where we prepared a dish named “Eggetarian Aura” using Saffola extra olive and flaxseed oil. Eight delectable dishes were made by various bloggers who participated in the competition and the same were presented in front of our masterchef Kunal Kapur and nutritionist Pooja Makhija.
Ambience – 4.3/5
Food – 4.7/5
Service – 4.6/5
Stay & Comfort – NA
Launch Venue: Smoke House Deli, BKC, Mumbai.
The Food Punch Recommendation – 4.5/5
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Antares Restaurant
Chasing a perfect sunset ???
One of the hidden jewel located in Vagator beach of Goa, this place is at a distance of 35 km from Panjim which is the state capital. Cab drivers wouldn’t show any hindrance to reach this beautiful destination.An architectual showpiece with awe-inspiring views of the Indian Ocean and the perfect spot for guests to watch the sunset in the afternoon and experience casual dining.The menu is healthy and flavourful drawing inspiration from the Australian cuisine with a hint of Asian influence.This restaurant is quite airy and has a small cocktail bar alongside.
Let’s discuss about their favorite delicacy:
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Cheese Croquettes
Ever wondered about melted cheese saving your day ! A must try appetizer for all the cheese lovers.This gives an immense pleasure to your taste buds from the very first bite.The melted cheese in the croquettes is really exceptional and never to be missed.This dish was a perfect one for the evening right from its taste to the presentation.
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Beer Mojito
A refreshing beverage and not only for beer lovers. Peppermint leaves have a more intense flavour than other mint varieties and also have some bitter notes. This goes well together with the different malty and bitter flavours of many German beer varieties. If you prefer a non-alcoholic Mojito, look out for a alcohol reduced or non-alcoholic beer. This beer cocktail caught our attention and we were really amused looking at the presentation.
Overall Experience and Rating
It was a sweet escape where we could cover almost each and every food item on their fixed menu(includes the recommended food items and drinks). Non vegetarian food plays a crucial role in their food menu and a lot of people with wanderlust love trying such dishes.Vegetarian food on the other hand gives a tough fight when it comes to taste. As the table was occupied by 6 different bloggers, sipping their different sought of flavored cocktails(Coconut Margarita,Captain Espresso,Beer Mojito) one at a time while enjoying the sunset and its scenic beauty definitely made our day. Captain Espresso is one of their best cocktail adding a perfect pinch of coffee to your taste buds.This Blogger Engagement activity was well organized by their management team and their Head Chef Mr.Amit and his team made no compromise while preparing such delicious food items.Everything was filled with perfection.A pleasant evening with a perfect sunset enjoying their scrumptious food items and drinks alongside.
Ambience – 4.1/5
Food – 4.3/5
Service – 4.4/5
Stay & Comfort – NA
Address: Small Vagator, Ozran Beach, Vagator, Goa 403509
Meal for two – Rs. 2,000 (with alcohol)
The Food Punch Recommendation – 4.3/5
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Novotel Imagica
A perfect place for a weekend getaway
Nestled in the Sahyadri Hills, this upscale, theme park hotel is adjacent to the Adlabs Imagica amusement park.Dining options include an airy, modern restaurant offering Indian and international cuisines, and a lobby bistro. There’s also a hip cocktail bar, as well as an outdoor pool and a gym.No wonder it acts as a “perfect” resting place for those who show some interest in the amusement theme park located next to it.
Imagica Snow Park is ready to steal your breath away
This snow park boasts of real snowfall and sub-zero temperatures as well as a 50-feet-tall snow dome. For those people who haven’t experienced snow,this is the right time to get out of your house and enjoy a magical long-lasting experience with couple of your friends or your family.This place will give you an immense pleasure if you really adore snowfall.Don’t you wanna make this weekend a memorable one???
Let’s discuss about their favorite delicacy:
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Mouthwatering Macarons
Love for macarons has no bounds.No one can really imagine a day without them.These delicious mouthwatering macarons looked absolutely stunning just like little jewels in their box.They come in various diversified flavours .i.e. Lemon,Raspberry and Blueberry,etc. A single bite of these little macarons may land you up in wanting more.They are very soft at the edge and have a sweeter, smoother cream filling inside.Don’t forget to try all their flavours.
Overall Experience and Rating
We had a wonderful stay for 1 night 2 days during which we tasted almost each and every food item from their amazing brunch menu. With myriad Asian, Italian and Indian cuisines to please our palate and thrilling activities like radio controlled plane flying, archery, water zorbing as well as cake mixing and beer games, our trip was definitely a memorable one.They had organized a grand cocktail party in the evening for all the bloggers which came to us as a surprise.Their Brunch Menu was totally exceptional and there was no quality compromise in any of the food items served.We couldn’t enjoy the thrilling rides in Imagica park since it was not a part of our itinerary. Other activities like water zorbing,archery & snow world are never to be missed.
Ambience – 4/5
Food – 4.5/5
Service – 4/5
Stay & Comfort – 4/5
Address: 30/31, Sangdewadi, Off Mumbai Pune Express Way, Khopoli Pali Road Khalapur, Khopoli, 410203
Meal for two – Rs. 2,500 (without alcohol)
The Food Punch Recommendation – 4.1/5
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