INTRODUCTION
Hotels and other supplementary
accommodation are an integral part of a tourist's visit to a place
and the services
offered by them can make his/her visit memorable. With the
aim
of providing comfortable Home Stay Facilities of Standardized
World Class Services to the tourists,and to supplement
the availability of accommodation in the Metros and tourist
destinations, Ministry of Tourism will classify fully
operational rooms of Home Stay Facilities as “Incredible
India Bed and Breakfast (B&B) Establishments”.
The basic idea is to provide a clean and affordable place
for foreigners and domestic tourists alike including
an opportunity
for foreign tourists to stay with an Indian family to
experience Indian customs and traditions and relish authentic
Indian cuisine.
The Bed & Breakfast facilities will be categorized
as follows:-
(a)Silver
(b)
Gold
The Regional Classification Committee, as specified in the
guidelines, will inspect and assess the Bed & Breakfast Establishments, based on facilities
and services offered. The details of the standards, facilities, services and
the documents
required for approval of such establishments will be as per these guidelines.
Bed & Breakfast Establishments, once approved by Ministry of Tourism,
will be duly publicized. A directory of all such approved establishments
will also
be prepared, so as to enable domestic as well as foreign tourists to live in
a homely environment and to take advantage of the scheme. In addition, efforts
will be made to organize short term training in hospitality trade to those
who would opt for such training.
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