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Taj Hotels, Resorts & Palaces announced a new premium hotel, Vivanta by Taj – Panaji, Goa, slotted in the “upper upscale” segment. Combined with the Taj’s strong presence in both north and south Goa, Vivanta Panaji gives full coverage and multiple choices to this key tourist market for both domestic as well as international travelers.

The name Vivanta is drawn from vivacity, vividness and bon vivant, an appreciation of the good things in life.

Vivanta is designed to deliver vibrant experiences, combining the charming hospitality that is the hallmark of the Taj with a contemporary, vivacious twist.

Vivanta features 170 guest rooms and suites with views of Panaji City and the Mandovi River, entertainment and dining options, and technological enhancements. This new age hotel is 28 kilometers away from Dabolim airport.

The hotel has been inspired by the elements of Goa — sea, sand and sun and these elements have inspired various facets of the artwork that adorn the Atrium, Lobby and the even the guest floor landings.

Vivanta has Charm, Delight & Indulgence rooms and Allure, Temptation and Nirvana suites. And the resident lounge is Rhythm!

The rooms have a strong tech orientation like Internet Protocol (IP) telephones on the fifth floor and a multimedia panel in all rooms for the guest to work or play with top efficiency.

High bandwidth wireless Internet and home-theatre surround system also are available in all rooms. The rooms are adorned with artwork by local Goan artists featuring traditional Goan architecture.

Celsius is the outdoor pool and there is also a Jacuzzi on the rooftop.

Guests can also enjoy the hotel?s Jiva Spa.

Orchestrated by Chef Gyanendra Gupta, Latitude, the all day diner located within the Atrium experience the live theatre kitchen concept, called Tiatre (Theatre) in Goa. Guests can choose from Italian pizzas,

Goan cuisine and North Indian delicacies. Dining is available at Caramel-The Delicatessen.

The Pan-Asian restaurant Tamari serves Sushi, Sashimi and Tepanyaki.

The hotel also offers a suite of conferencing and banquet facilities.

For more information, visit

www.tajhotels.com