Beyond the Basket: 8 Unique Easter Escapes

Beyond the Basket: 8 Unique Easter Escapes

By Nithyakala Neelakandan

Published on March 28, 2024

Easter is upon us, and if you're looking for extraordinary ways to celebrate, we've got just the thing for you. From lavish brunches overlooking Mumbai's skyline to luxurious resort stays in the Maldives, there's a perfect getaway for everyone. Treat yourself to spa indulgence, relish exquisite meals, and create unforgettable moments with your loved ones. Here are eight fantastic options to make your Easter holiday truly special:

Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai

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Dive into an epicurean adventure at AER with their new Sunday Brunch. Indulge in delightful Easter specials amidst sweeping views of Mumbai's cityscape and sea. Each drink, expertly crafted by Beverage Manager Alexandre Renoue and his team, pairs perfectly with a vast menu ranging from refreshing poke bowls to sumptuous skewers. Enjoy unlimited food, cocktails, and live music for a memorable weekend in SoBo.

Where: AER, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai

When: Every Sunday, 12:30 pm to 4 pm

Reservation: +91 8976803858

The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore

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Experience Easter in style with a luxurious staycation at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore. Enjoy a gourmet brunch and exhilarating egg hunt, followed by a sundowner at BANG rooftop bar with panoramic city views. Delight in Easter surprises at Ganache, the hotel's gourmet retail promenade. Kids can join in the fun with masterclasses and interactive sessions, making it a memorable family affair.

Where: The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore

When: 31st March, 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Reservation: +91 80-49148000

Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru

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Join in the egg-citing Easter celebration at CUR8, Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru. Indulge in a sumptuous brunch featuring freshly baked goods, succulent roasts, and delicate pastries. Don't miss the chocolate Easter eggs with delightful surprises inside. With live music and kids' entertainment, it's a perfect family day out.

Where: CUR8, Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru

When: 31st March, 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Reservation: +91 7619146004 or +91 9606487956

JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa

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Treat yourself to sweet surprises this Easter at Truffle & Co. Indulge in handcrafted egg-shaped desserts and celebrate the season with your loved ones. Don't miss the meticulously crafted Easter egg collection for a touch of sweetness to your festivities.

Where: Truffle & Co., JW Marriott Bengaluru Prestige Golfshire Resort & Spa

When: Till 31st March 2024, 11:00 am to 9:00 pm

Contact: +91 87929 29417

The OZEN Collection

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Enjoy an unforgettable family experience in the Maldives with 'Kids Stay Free' at OZEN LIFE MAADHOO and OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI. Revel in luxurious accommodations and indulge in gourmet dining, snorkeling adventures, and exciting excursions against the stunning backdrop of the Maldives.

Reservation: reservations@ozenreserve-bolifushi.com | reservations@ozen-maadhoo.com

VARU By Atmosphere

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Immerse yourself in the charm of VARU by Atmosphere with the VARU PLAN for Long Weekend Getaways. Enjoy luxurious overwater villas, rejuvenating spa treatments, and unique culinary experiences. With a range of activities and dining options, it's the perfect escape for a long weekend.

Reservation: reservations@varu-atmosphere.com

Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa

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Create lasting memories with a summer getaway package at Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa. Enjoy buffet breakfast, complimentary massages at Quan Spa, and relaxing poolside moments. Kids can enjoy customized amenities and hobby classes, making it a perfect family retreat.

Reservation: +91- 299 2266688 / + 91 299 2266723

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru

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Experience wellness at its best with AyurMa at Four Seasons Maldives. Indulge in personalized therapeutic treatments combining ancient wisdom and modern expertise. From sensory explorations to moon-themed yoga, rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Maldives.

These Easter escapes promise unforgettable experiences and cherished memories for you and your loved ones. Book your getaway now and make this Easter truly egg-ceptional!


SpiceJet Expands Festive Connectivity to Bihar with New Flights to Patna and Darbhanga

SpiceJet Expands Festive Connectivity to Bihar with New Flights to Patna and Darbhanga

By Hariharan U

Published on October 22, 2025

SpiceJet has announced a major expansion of its domestic network ahead of Chhath Puja and Diwali, strengthening connectivity to Bihar with new and additional flights to Patna and Darbhanga.

The airline has introduced new flights to Patna from Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, along with increased frequencies from Delhi and Mumbai. In addition, Darbhanga has gained extra services from Delhi and Mumbai, further improving accessibility for travellers heading home during the festive season.

These routes build upon SpiceJet’s existing operations to Patna from Delhi, Mumbai, and Guwahati, and to Darbhanga from Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi. The new flights commenced in a phased rollout from October 10, 2025, ensuring greater travel flexibility and convenience for passengers amid the festive rush.

Earlier this month, SpiceJet also introduced special daily non-stop Diwali flights to Ayodhya from Delhi, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad, enabling devotees and tourists easier access to the Shri Ram Temple during the celebrations.

Commenting on the development, Debojo Maharshi, Chief Business Officer, SpiceJet, said, “The festive season holds immense significance for millions of our passengers, and we are delighted to make travel home for Chhath Puja and Diwali more convenient and accessible. With enhanced connectivity to Patna, Darbhanga, and Ayodhya, SpiceJet continues to play a key role in bringing people closer to their loved ones for celebrations that matter most.”

The expansion underscores SpiceJet’s commitment to meeting evolving travel demand, particularly during high-traffic festive periods, by offering affordable, direct, and seamless connectivity across India’s key regional hubs.


IndiGo Integrates with Digi Yatra for a Seamless Digital Boarding Experience

IndiGo Integrates with Digi Yatra for a Seamless Digital Boarding Experience

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on October 20, 2025

IndiGo and Digi Yatra have announced a new app-to-app integration that allows IndiGo flyers to share boarding passes directly with the Digi Yatra app. The collaboration enhances contactless, biometric-enabled travel while ensuring user consent, data privacy, and faster passenger processing at airports.

IndiGo, India’s leading airline, has partnered with Digi Yatra, the Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI)-based ecosystem that uses facial biometric technology for contactless passenger processing, to enable this direct integration between their mobile applications. The initiative eliminates the need for passengers to manually scan or upload boarding passes on the Digi Yatra app.

After completing web check-in, IndiGo flyers can now simply click “Share with Digi Yatra” within the IndiGo app to securely transfer their boarding pass. This process ensures that passenger consent is obtained at every step and that only essential data is shared with authorised Digi Yatra verifiers at airports.

Designed with privacy by design principles, the transaction occurs entirely offline through deep linking between the two apps, without involving any cloud or server processing. This ensures data integrity, authenticity, and enhanced security while improving convenience for travellers.

Commenting on the development, Suresh Khadakbhavi, CEO of Digi Yatra Foundation, said,

“Our mission is to transform air travel into a seamless, secure, and paperless experience for every passenger. This collaboration with IndiGo marks a significant milestone in that journey. By integrating our technology directly with IndiGo’s app, we are enabling travellers to enjoy faster check-ins, smoother boarding, and enhanced convenience. As more airlines and airports embrace our ecosystem, we will continue to innovate and support India’s vision for digital transformation in travel.”

Neetan Chopra, Chief Information and Digital Officer, IndiGo, added,

“Every year, we fly millions of customers who trust us for our promise of safe, on-time, and hassle-free travel. This partnership with Digi Yatra takes our commitment to customer convenience a step further by enabling a smooth, contactless boarding journey. We are thrilled to be among the first airlines to adopt this technology and remain focused on leveraging innovation to make air travel simpler, faster, and more enjoyable.”

This collaboration underscores the aviation industry’s shared commitment to digital innovation and highlights growing confidence in Digi Yatra’s secure, paperless travel ecosystem as India moves closer to a fully digital airport experience.


Etihad Leverages Premium Service and Partnerships to Grow in India

Etihad Leverages Premium Service and Partnerships to Grow in India

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on October 14, 2025

Etihad Airways is focusing on premium travel and customer segmentation to boost its business in India, one of its top three global markets, while operating at full capacity under a bilateral seat agreement with the country.

The Abu Dhabi-based airline has been upgrading its services with new aircraft and enhanced cabin experiences to attract high-value travellers. Since relaunching flights to Kolkata in March 2023, Etihad increased its weekly frequency from four to eight flights by 2025. Across India, the airline now operates 185 flights a week to 11 cities.

“We fly all the seats that the bilateral agreement allows us,” said Javier Alija, Etihad Airways Vice President for Global Sales and Distribution. The agreement caps 50,000 weekly seats for Abu Dhabi-based carriers, shared between Etihad and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi. Until the agreement changes, the airline cannot add more frequencies or destinations.

To overcome these capacity constraints, Etihad is building partnerships, including a tie-up with Akasa Air, connecting four Indian cities to Abu Dhabi. The airline is also enhancing the passenger experience for long-haul travellers, especially to the US, with Abu Dhabi’s new terminal and US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) pre-clearance. This allows passengers to arrive in the US as domestic travellers, saving time at immigration.

Kolkata is the first Indian city to receive Etihad’s new A321 LR aircraft, featuring a redesigned cabin with just 160 seats, two first-class suites, 14 business, and 144 economy seats, offering a widebody-like experience in a narrow-body aircraft. “This reflects Kolkata’s strong premium travel potential,” Alija said.

Etihad’s focus on yield optimisation and operational efficiency has helped the airline achieve record financial results. For the current year, it expects 21–22% growth in seat capacity, 22–23% increase in revenue, and a 30% rise in absolute profit, supported by expansions in other markets. The airline plans to launch 13 new international routes by year-end, aiming to serve nearly 90 destinations worldwide.

Alija added, “Even if our frequencies and destinations remain static, these customer-focused and operational efforts ensure Etihad continues to be the preferred airline for Indian travellers. We are very conscious that our rapid growth should not compromise the financial gains we have achieved.”

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