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Twelve Reasons to See India in 2012

Wednesday January 4, 2012

LOS ANGELES, CA - December is India Month at Cox & Kings. Black Friday may have gone, but Cox & Kings, The Americas is offering new incredible value to travelers. Launching in honor of the 12th and final month of 2011, the travel brand is thrilled to announce an enticing 12 percent discount on all Custom Designed, Escorted Luxury Group and Luxury Private Journeys - for new bookings made by December 31st, 2011.

The offer applies to India journeys departing January 1 through March 31, 2012, a peak time to visit the subcontinent for its cooler months and colorful festivals. The newly favorable exchange rate between the Indian rupee (INR) and U.S. dollar (USD) provides additional incentive for U.S. travelers.

"As a travel company that originated in India over 250 years ago, Cox & Kings is thrilled to offer travelers more value for venturing to this amazing destination," said Thomas Stanley, head of Cox & Kings, The Americas. "U.S. travelers can now take advantage of the increased strength of the U.S. dollar in India and save 12 percent on specific Cox & Kings journeys departing by March 31st, 2012, experiencing our most popular and experiential tours at an unbeatable value."

Top 12 Reasons to visit India in 2012:

Jump for joy at the Taj Mahal

Enjoy an elephant ride and lunch at Dera Amer, Jaipur

Live like the Nizams at the Taj Faluknama Palace, Hyderabad

Buy 12% more in Udaipur

Explore the erotic temples of Khajuraho (shhh!)

Tan on the sun-kissed beaches of Goa

Tea & snack with royalty in Jaipur

Find peace & tranquility in a spa in Rishikesh

Dine on sumptuous breakfast dosa and hot samosas

Snap Bengal Tigers with your camera in Ranthambore

Drape a vibrant sari in Jodhpur

Guests travel across a mystical landscape fed by the sacred Ganges, laden with sumptuous palaces, ancient temples, and massive forts, graced by the unparalleled magnificent of the Taj Mahal.

Learn the latest Bollywood dance steps in Mumbai

A sampling of 2012 India journeys included in Cox & Kings' 12 percent promotion:

  • Splendors of North India - ESCORTED LUXURY GROUP JOURNEY

    (19 Days, 17 Nights) - On this journey, guests travel across a mystical landscape fed by the sacred Ganges, laden with sumptuous palaces, ancient temples, and massive forts, graced by the unparalleled magnificent of the Taj Mahal. Travelers enjoy a sunset cruise on the River Ganges, fall in love with the romantic City Palace in Udaipur, and wander the forts of Amber and Mehrangarh. With 12 percent discount, this journey is reduced $1,430 per person to U.S. $10,475.

  • Lure of the Jungle - LUXURY PRIVATE JOURNEY

    (16 Days, 15 Nights) - On this exciting journey travelers stay in several of the most stylish and exclusive lodges safari lodges in India, journey through the terrain in open-top 4x4s and seek out amazing wildlife (Bengal tigers, leopards, and Indian bison) in the company of experienced naturalists and trackers. With 12 percent discount, this journey is reduced $1,225 per person to U.S. $8,990.

  • Wonders of the South - LUXURY PRIVATE JOURNEY

    (16 Days, 15 Nights) - Guests experience the exotic flora and fauna, spices and ocean sights of Southern India on this adventure. Highlights include savoring an authentic Keralan dinner at the home of an acclaimed South Indian chef and visiting the world's oldest living Jewish synagogue in Kochi. With 12 percent discount, this journey is reduced $895 per person to U.S. $6,590.

    Cox & Kings' 12 percent discount offer applies to new bookings made by December 31, 2011 for all Custom Designed, Escorted Luxury Group and Luxury Private Journeys only. Offer does not apply to Discovery Escorted Groups, the Maharajas' Express and "Gujarat: Untamed Wilderness" programs, or destinations outside of India such as Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. Offer applies to January 1 through March 31, 2012 departures only. Offer is only applicable to per person / double occupancy option. Offer is subject to availability and is not combinable with other promotions.

    Founded in 1758, Cox & Kings is the world's most enduring travel brand. Having made its mark in the Indian subcontinent even before the British Raj, Cox & Kings was the first choice of thousands traveling from Britain to India, Africa and other destinations.

    Today, Cox & Kings thrives as a premium global brand offering Exquisite Cultural and Wildlife Adventures designed for small groups, families, friends, couples and individuals who are seeking to experience the grandeur of the Indian subcontinent, Africa and the Middle East, the Indian Ocean islands, Asia & Pacific, and Latin America.

    For more information, or to book, please call 1-800-999-1758 or log on to www.coxandkingsusa.com