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q The Jeep Safari Camp
With all the trouble and uncertainty, tented facilities are still liked by many as an investment proposition. The growing number of customers is good news. New sets of customers, though skeptical, try to make sure about the safety parameters Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Haryana, down south to northeast etc., have in fact indulged in promoting this avenue of accommodation. These days, tents offer the best of services with all the modern amenities and having them in ‘naturesque’ location would be a key for the hospitality sector.”
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Yet there are instances where companies are shutting down tented facilities. In south India, a company which was operating in tented accommodations refused to comment officially. Reason - closing the tents. The tents were not doing well and it warranted a closure of the facility in order to reduce the group’s losses. Not ready to come
on record, the company has now withdrawn its plan and is replacing the same with cottages. According to the spokesperson, the business viability of tents is not helping much. Mediratta agrees. He says, “Yes, it is tough on pockets. Regular upkeep and maintenance is important to match up with the standards of hotels as every traveller seeks comfort during his/her stay. Being made up of fabric rather than concrete it becomes essential to take extra care so as to prevent damage and losses.”
Offering perfect hospitality With all the trouble and uncertainty, tented facilities are still liked by many as an investment proposition. The