HOLIDAY AT Phoenix Group Global, a promoter of luxury resorts, announced the launch of its own brand of Zuri luxurious hotels and resorts in India. As per the Company’s Media Office, the first five-star hotel will open at Whitefield in Bangalore in January next year. They are also acquiring land for five other hotels in Ahmedabad, Visakhapatnam, Kochi, Chennai and Nagpur and will be investing around Rs.10.5 billion for these projects. Phoenix Group Global, a multinational conglomerate based in Dubai has interests in the hospitality, real estate and floriculture sector and owns and manages hotels under the franchise of Carlson Hotels Worldwide. At present it has two hotels in Goa (Radisson White Sands Resort and Country Inns & Suites) and one in Kerala (Radisson Plaza Resort & Spa, Kumarakom). Our Native Village – 100% Eco Resort Step out of your SUV and get a glimpse of the scenic surrounding on a traditional bullock cart. And, you are even entitled to a bullock cart driving licence after a few basic lessons. You could even try your hand at ploughing a field with the help of a trained instructor. And that’s not all! At Our Native Village you get the opportunity to milk a cow or work on an organic farm other than bicycle rides, nature treks, heritage tours and more. Everything about Our Native Village is exclusive and matchless. It is a class apart. And, it surely is a refreshing change from monotonous urban schedules. The striking architecture transcends you into a complete new world. The airy, spacious rooms offer all the comfort and freedom. Every room has a distinct identity with murals painted in different Indian art styles. Dine in the open verandah hotel that has the finest menu offering scrumptious traditional delicacies. Step into the spa and experience bliss as our experienced staff puts you through various treatments. And, if you feel like taking a dip you could head to India’s only natural swimming pool right here at Our Native Village.