nLangkawi beckons Calcutta at just Rs 12,999 per head. Tourism Malaysia is pulling out the stops for the city’s diehard travellers and in partnership with Malaysian Airlines and five tour operators has launched a 3-nights 4-day package ex-Calcutta. The Exotic Langkawi package is valid till December 31 and throws in airfares to Kuala Lumpur and onwards to the island of Langkawi, accommodation and breakfast at a star category hotel as well as a half-day sightseeing tour. Those who make Langkawi their winter getaway can also catch the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) that will be on between the 6th and 11th next month. Tourism Malaysia is actively tapping the Calcutta market and the results are already showing. The number of tourists from the region has grown by around 18 per cent over the last year.

nPlanning a short winter getaway? Why not make a trip to picturesque Vizag, where The Park Vishakhapatnam with its many facilities, popular restaurants- and The Someplace Else Bar is rolling out a package at a very attractive rate indeed. The special winter package offers double occupancy (two children under six years stay free), for four days and three nights at Rs 9,999 only. It includes complimentary transfers, breakfast & dinner and even half-day sight seeing at the local hotspots. For reservations, call 2249 9000.