Over a period of time, the festivities associated with Christmas have undergone a change. Nothing is as mushy or pious as it used to be. Christmas celebrations today are more of fake kisses and temporary bonding. The idea of Santa Claus is also taking a backseat with skimpily clad women in red boxers being the order of the day. Have a look how the celebrations have changed over a period of time. Simplicity v/s Big Budgets Gone are the days when Christmas was about family get together and handmade gifts. Now Christmas is more about big budget and gala celebrations. The present day generation has started associating Christmas with grand budget celebrations. Spanning from owing the biggest and brightest Christmas tree to the most expensive starters on the platter, the entire warm and cozy feeling of celebrations has taken a backstage. Pomp And Designer Tags There was a time when the mothers and elder siblings planned out their family’s Christmas attire beforehand. It was great fun to stitch the attire back home. Every member of the family wore the same stuff. Now, think of Christmas and you shall find the youngsters making queue at designer flagship stores. It is a time to show off their buying capabilities in case of designer brands. More Of A Theme Party Now, the very idea of celebrating Christmas is all about show off. People instead of doing things on their own prefer to organize theme parties. There is hardly any old world charm left in Christmas. With professionals taking over the decoration and organizing part, families have little more to do. Families have started treating Christmas as any other party where they have to play a host. Temporary Bonding Time Moreover, the importance of Christmas lunch or dinner is nadir. The bonding lunch or dinner on Christmas has turned out to be more of formality. People call up their family and relatives just for the sake of calling. There is no such real family bonding over Christmas lunch or dinner. Make A Simple Effort To Express Your Love The current day materialism is killing the real essence of Christmas. Think of the good old days where Christmas was all about baking, stitching and coming together to welcome the festival. Instead of going overboard with expensive gifts, simple handmade gifts would do. You can also gift flowers like pink orchids and lilies to your closer pals as Christmas gifts that will be greatly appreciated. You can get lily Casablanca with ferns home delivered for people who matter the most to you to express your feelings for your loved ones. Reinvent the meaning of the festival again this Christmas.
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Have Christmas Celebrations Degenerated to Point of No Return?
Leisure Hotels Announces Its Christmas & New Year Celebrations Packages
New Delhi: Leisure Hotels announces it’s Christmas & New Year Celebrations Packages with a promise of a life-size merriment for those who wish to escape the humdrum of city life. Not only this, special discounts on hospitality & spa therapies, free safaris & boat rides, DJ nights and gala dinner on 24th and 31st, fun-games, cultural performances and much more mark the festivities that Leisure Hotels has on offer. Here are three best options to drive away from Delhi. The Light House, Goa The Light House, Goa is a villa style luxury cottage overlooking the stunning and azure Indian Ocean. It embraces the mystique of Goa, with all its bewildering natural charm, beauty and culture. The friendliness of Goan people combined with Leisure Hotels’ brand of personalised attention and hospitality assures of an exotic and intriguing tropical holiday experience. The cottage is ideally situated on the Sinquerim beach, barely five minutes walk from the sea line with a private plunge pool and a beautiful landscaped garden that surround it. While the cottage itself is built in a contemporary English style and commands a spectacular panoramic view of the Indian Ocean, the interiors are colourful, bright and modern. Just apt for a family who want privacy and a space to call their own when on a holiday, the villa has luxurious bedrooms with a private lounge on the first floor and a common sitting room on the ground floor. Known for its impeccable hospitality standards, Leisure Hotels has extended the same character to this new acquisition. Apart from the regular facilities like air conditioning unit, telephone and coffee/tea makers in each room which opens up to a private balcony, personalised butler service, a wide variety of cuisine and bar facilities add a generous dose of warmth and style true to a typical tropical cottage. The guests can also avail the free use of a health centre and swimming pool at the cottage. There is a wide choice of leisure facilities for both adults and children in and around the area with major tourist attractions being the ever-popular sandy beaches, the historical Fort Aguada and Dolphin point, which is about 15 minutes away from the cottage. The cost of hiring the villa-cottage on the Christmas weekend for two nights and three days is Rs. 70,000/-including all meals and Airport transfers and the package is valid from December 24, 2009 to December 29, 2009. The cost of hiring the villa-cottage on the New Year weekend for two nights and three days is Rs. 90,000/- including all meals and Airport transfers and the package is valid from December 30, 2009 January 3, 2010. The Package also includes: Welcome Drink On Arrival Fruit Basket & Cookies in the room on the day of arrival Tea /Coffee makers in the room 15% Discount on F & B 15% Discount on Spa Therapies The Naini Retreat, Nainital Nestled in the Naini hills lies The Naini Retreat, one of the finest hotels in Nainital that is owned by Leisure Hotels. Once the residence of Maharaja of Pilibhit, the resort’s majestic building exudes an ‘Old World Charm’ that houses the most modern luxuries one could ask for. Furnished with all the modern day amenities, the hotel blends the world of hospitality with exceptional services for each of its guests. Just 1 km from the mall, The Naini Retreat is situated on the picturesque Ayarpatta Slopes overlooking the Naini Lake. It provides a breathtaking view at an altitude of 1,995 metres. Sophisticated bedrooms, an intimate dining room overlooking the valley, a well-equipped fitness centre, a huge conference hall and the view of the Himalayas go towards the makings of a complete experience. There are 37 luxurious rooms with wooded floor and television, intercom facilities forms a restful backdrop to verdant environs. The rooms have attached baths with running hot & cold water. Activities One can also experience trekking in the mountains, a golfing date at the regal 100-year old Raj Bhawan Golf Course, a special cultural evening featuring performances by traditional Kumaoni artists, relaxation at the in-house spa, boating or sailing in vivid coloured yachts, horse riding, walking along shaded roads, cable car riding, handicrafts shopping etc. The cost of package on the Christmas weekend for a couple for two nights and three days from Rs. 16,999/- to Rs. 25,999/- and the package is valid from December 24, 2009 to December 29, 2009 The cost of package on the New Year weekend for a couple for two nights and three days is from Rs. 23,499/- to Rs. 29,999/- and the package is valid from December 30, 2009 January 3, 2010. The Package also Include: Breakfast and Dinner Christmas Lunch on 25th Dec’09 and New Year Lunch on 1st Jan’10 Hard Drinks on the house on Christmas Eve (24th Dec) & New Years Eve (31st Dec). Evenings Only. House brand Cocktail Snacks (All Days) 20 % off on all therapies at Spa Picnic Lunch Coupons at Himalayan View Retreat (Ramgarh) once during the stay Boat Ride in Naini Lake once during stay The Corbett Hideaway, Corbett National Park Spread over an area of 13 acres, The Corbett Hideaway, one of the finest wildlife resorts in Corbett is concealed in the thick of a mango grove, where in season; the mangoes hang ripe and luscious right against your door. Exotic mixed shrubbery, alive with flowers, is crossed by pebbled paths lead to charming cottages with sit outs. The wonderful stillness is broken only by the sound of the Kosi River and myriad birds. Independently air-conditioned cottages form a restful backdrop to verdant environs. Sloping tiled roofs, cool stone floors with throw rugs, block wood furniture allow maximum comfort while continuing the illusion of being in the wilds. The cottages, blessed with every luxury you could need here, are a great hideout for nature enthusiasts, researchers, writers, artists and folks in need of getting away. The cottages have a clear area separation for sleeping and living as in a suite. Rooms have attached toilet & bath with running hot & cold water. Location: The Corbett Hideaway is located 300 km from Delhi in Garjia village, in the Kumaon district of Uttarakhand. Ramnagar, the closest town is about 10 kms away. The cost of package on the Christmas weekend for a couple for two nights and three days from Rs. Rs. 26,000/- to Rs. 35,000/- and the package is valid from December 24, 2009 to December 29, 2009 The cost of package on the New Year weekend for a couple for two nights and three days is from Rs. 36,000/- to Rs. 42,000/- and the package is valid from December 30, 2009 January 3, 2010. The Package also Include: All Meals Hard Drinks on the house on Christmas Eve (24th Dec) & New Years Eve (31st Dec). Evenings Only. House Brand Cocktail Snacks (All Days) 1 Jeep Safari during stay Picnic Lunch 20 % off on all therapies at Spa Get In Touch for Bookings:- Leisure Hotels Ltd. , F – 3/6, Ground Floor, Okhla Inds. Area, Phase I, New Delhi – 110 020 Tel : 91-11- 4652 0000 Fax: 91-11- 4652 0050 website: www. leisurehotels. co. in
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