Independence Day Deals 2016

It’s August and we’re getting ready for another long weekend with India’s 69th Independence Day falling on a Monday this year. That gives us three days to travel and if we call in sick on the Tuesday after, we get another day to lounge. August is a best time to travel too, with the best of monsoon weather in most parts of India. And if you still need a reason to pick up a planner and start organising that trip, here are your best Independence Day Deals 2016 for a luxury getaway that will definitely change your mind:

1. Western Dreams: You can totally choose to splurge this weekend on a super relaxing trip to the Atmantan Wellness Resort in the Sahyadris, Western Ghats. They’re offering a two night deal for two at Rs. 40,000 that includes all meals, accommodation, relaxation activities and a doctor’s consultation. Perfect for all-round mid-year healing.

2. Tranquil Monsoons: With Lakshman Sagar’s Tranquil Monsoons offer to mark its reopening, we are sure you will be rejuvenated. Enjoy a weekend at this boutique hotel for Rs. 28000, which includes all meals, angling, evening barbecues and stargazing, valid through August. If you go on the 12-16th weekend, you can even celebrate Independence Day the classic way- kiteflying- with their special event.

3. Thai High: Make the most out of your weekend by sneaking off on a holiday to Thailand. The Sireeampan Boutique Resort & Spa, Chiang Mai, has a super saving ‘3 nights for the price of 2’ package, and you can avail this offer by simply using the promo code ‘3 for 2’. The package includes breakfast for two and a Thai spa treatment at the resort’s special spa.

4. Heritage Nights: What better way to celebrate Independence Day than with a night at a heritage hotel? The Imperial in New Delhi has the best offer for your day with the Freedom Staycation deal, which offers you one night’s stay for two in a Heritage Room including buffet breakfast at 20% discount on F & B, Imperial Release Massage for 30 Minutes each for two and Yoga Session or Meditation Sessions on request for 30 minutes for two for the price of Rs. 13,999.

5. Royal Rajasthan: Another option to help to travel back in time is Jodhpur’s Ajit Bhawan, a heritage hotel, which also has an offer right now. For Rs. 22,000 a night, you get an in-room breakfast, a fancy dinner at the garden restaurant or by the poolside, cocktails at the Heritage Drawing Room (Gol Kamra), a relaxing massage at Ajit Spa, and butler service, along with a welcome ceremony and in-room fruit and sweet platter- that’s a package fit for royalty.