nMalaysian Airlines is throwing in some enticing offers to attract passengers. Between September and the year end, passengers travelling in twos or more will be rewarded with a complimentary 3-night stay at a star category hotel in one of eight select destinations in Malaysia. The only catch is that there must be at least two people travelling together to enjoy Malaysian hospitality (and breakfasts) gratis.

The package can be enjoyed on both Economy and Business Class and for a fare of as little as Rs 15,500. The places where you can chill out in Malaysia? That will be Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Genting Highlands, Malacca, Kuantan, Kuching, Langkawi and Kota Kinabalu. Two destinations at the cost of one! Any takers?

nIf you thought that the local youth hostel was your only option for cheap lodging when you travelled abroad, think again. Travel site traveljini.com is offering 2 to 4-night accommodation packages to South-East Asia ranging from $49 (Rs 2,156 at Rs 44 to a dollar) to $99 (Rs 4,356) a head on a twin-sharing basis.

For instance, there are 3-day 2-night packages to Bali, KL, Pattaya and Singapore at $49 a head. Then there?s a 5-day 4-night package to Bangkok and Pattaya for $89, a 4-day 3-night package to Malaysia for $99, and a 4-day 3-night package to Singapore for $99.

The packages are for stays in three-star hotels and cover basics such as hotel tax, airport transfers and breakfast and in some cases, sightseeing tours as well.