TRAVEL SPECIAL....BUDGET LUXURY TRIPS WORLD SPECIAL

BUDGET LUXURY TRIPS WORLD SPECIAL Pocket-friendly holidays ET-Travel tells you how to tour a destination and save up on big bucks at the same time     The value of the Rupee is causing most spendthrift travellers to go conservative on vacation costs. Hotel stay constitutes of a big chunk of a tourist’s budget so choosing the right hotel plays a big role in budgeting. You don’t have to sacrifice your comfort in the bargain though. Resort hotels in places like Bali, Vietnam and Cambodia rent out luxury rooms at extremely affordable prices — below 3,500 to be precise. Beach cottages in Mauritius and Bed and Breakfast options in Seychelles can also be availed for nominal amounts. Hong Kong and Sri Lanka boast of business hotels and resorts at affordable rates. They are also major shopping hubs, so the money saved on stay in these destinations can be effectively used to stock up on latest trends... MONEY SAVER TIP: Beach facing Sri Lankan resorts, like in Mount Lavinia, are away from the city bustle, well-connected to Colombo and cost lesser than centrally located ones. You are sure to enjoy the quiet evenings here HONG KONG AND SRI LANKA MONEY SAVER TIP: Both Hong Kong and Sri Lanka are about sight-seeing in amazing locales, good food and unique culture. Look for spacious rooms in three star hotels located in a busy market place, equipped with wi-fi and complimentary breakfast, which come for as little as 1,000 - 1,500 per night. MAURITIUS AND SEYCHELLES MONEY SAVER TIP: It’s a myth that Seychelles is only for those who can shell out the moolah. Beautiful Bed and Breakfast stay options and inexpensive local transport are two factors increasingly attracting budget conscious tourists to its shores these days. Ditto with Mauritius, where you can also indulge in an array of water sports to your heart’s content!     Compiled by Sujata Reddy ETTR 130926