nMadhya Pradesh likes to advertise itself as the unknown heart of India. But, unknown or not, it has an amazing choice of tourist destinations ? from ancient sites like Khajuraho to nature parks like Bandhavgarh.

So, if you’re planning to blow up your hard-earned Puja bonus on a much-deserved holiday, this is as good a destination as any. To help you along, Zenith Holiday has lined up a low-cost 13-day package to this fascinating state. The packages are priced at Rs 13,500 per person for high-end accommodation and Rs 8,250 per person for cheaper hotels. The trip covers tourist hotspots like Bandhavgarh, Satna, Jabalpur, Panchmari with sightseeing to Khajuraho, the Jabalpur Marble Rocks and more thrown in. The cost includes all meals, inter-hotel transfers and sightseeing, though travel is extra. For details, call: 2281 1460.

nITC’s WelcomHeritage is ringing in the festive season ? till the end of March 2006 ? with attractive packages for two. You can celebrate the season at its hotels that come with dollops of old world charm. The offer of the month from the chain comes from WelcomHeritage Windamere Darjeeling. Guests can avail of a 20 per cent discount on standard rooms on its two-night, three-day package for two that is priced at Rs 11,999. All meals are included in this deal. An extra bed for a child comes at Rs 1,200 per night.

WelcomHeritage is also offering two-night, three-day packages (for a couple) at other properties. Choose between the resort spa WelcomHeritage Ranjit Svaasa in Amritsar (Rs 7,499), or head for WelcomHeritage Kanha Jungle Lodge (Rs 5,499) if seeking adventure. Other destinations are WelcomHeritage Fort Amla near Ujjain (Rs 4,199) and WelcomHeritage Connaught House in Mount Abu (Rs 4,999). All meals are included.