Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Golden Experience Tour: 8 Days for $1699 Including Airfare!


At the request of clients, friends and family, we have established two dates this fall for an 8 day, all-inclusive group tour to India's Golden Triangle: Delhi, the capital and illustration of heritage; Agra, the home of the majestic Taj Mahal; and Jaipur, the Pink City of Rajasthan.


This tour includes non-stop airfare from JFK - Delhi, superior hotel accommodations with daily buffet breakfast, comprehensive touring with an experienced guide, entrance fees, ground transfers and transportation, a farewell dinner and more for $1699 per person, double occupancy.


For similar tour packages, many companies advertise a lower price and charge additional fees for optional tours, airline taxes and more. Our Golden Experience package is truly all-inclusive - with no hidden fees! Also included: the experience and support of Sodha Travel, whose passion for India results in a lifetime of memories for our clients.


For more information, please visit: www.sodhatravel.com/itin-goldenexperienceGroup.html


Monday, June 1, 2009

New Regulations Regarding Passenger Names on Airline Tickets

Here’s a new rule that you should know about. Middle names that are included on passports and drivers' licenses will soon have to be reflected on the passenger's ticket when they fly within the US, and by December if they fly overseas.

The requirement from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is supposed to make it easier for travelers, airlines and the TSA to avoid ID hassles at airports. Because the master lists of questionable travelers are apparently in full-name format, the TSA wants to make sure that travel documents conform to its lists. The requirement was supposed to take effect May 15 for domestic travel, but has been pushed back a month or so. The new rule apparently stipulates that passengers must travel under their name as it appears on the ID utilized to board their flight. That typically means a passport or a driver's license domestically, and a passport or "enhanced" driver's license internationally. Under the new rule, when making flight reservations, each airline is supposed to obtain the full name of the passenger and pass it along to the TSA. The ticket and/or boarding pass should exactly match the identification used. The TSA has announced that it will be lenient in case of small differences.