After 5 hours of strenuous exploration Acronivas Traveling from near Jaipur to Bhiwadi near Gurgaon, we ended up at the Tree House Resort and Spa in the afternoon. Surrounded by all the amenities you could possibly want, including medical clinics, lively markets, an international airport and even a metro station, the Treehouse Hotel Club & Spa is the ideal place to stay.
This hotel marvel is the brainchild of Ashiana Housing Ltd., a leading real estate company with a presence in Delhi/NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana, Jharkhand and Rajasthan All states have business. What’s more, Treehouse Hotel Club & Spa is also a well-known holy place for wedding banquets and corporate group outings!
When I checked in, I saw a luxurious junior suite – comfortable bed, work desk, extra seating, walk-in wardrobe, tea/coffee maker and compact bathroom with no tub. As if that wasn’t enough, the resort has more to offer for the modern traveler. With two swimming pools, a spa, a restaurant, a badminton room, a squash room, a billiards room, a gym and a card room, I knew I was in for a fun-filled vacation.
Company chef JJ prepared me an Indian gourmet lunch! Spreads include the delightful Paneer Kalimirch, Kadhai Paneer, Vegetable Pilaf, Chicken Khurchan, Tandoori Paneer Tikka and the decadent Afghani Malai Tikka. Accompanying these dishes are a variety of breads!
In the evening, Vikas, the general manager of the hotel, and I had a cup of cold coffee and some delicious pastries, and chatted about his journey of managing this hotel.
Dinner started with a glass of sparkling wine and delicious food from Chef JJ, a sparkling way to start the evening! I enjoyed Chicken Tikka, Homemade Lamb Curry, Exotic Mixed Vegetables, Dal Makhani and Zafrani Pilaf and to top it all off, I had some delightful gulab jamun and ras malai for dessert.
The next morning was a hearty breakfast! We enjoyed a veritable feast of sausage, eggs, donuts, fresh veggies, juice and of course a hot cup of coffee – the perfect way to start the day. After breakfast, I fly to India’s first Heritage Transport Museum, which sits in three acres of paradise off State Highway 8 in Tauru Gurgaon.
Curious minds and passionate hearts lead the Heritage Transport Trust. The Trust is a non-profit organization established under the Indian Trust Act, 1882 to record, exhibit, educate and disseminate traffic information. After two decades of research, they created India’s first comprehensive transport museum – Heritage Transport Museum. Here, rare and unique items are sought after, and their collections contain some of the most elusive items – the cornerstones of transportation development.
The museum is a shining example of transport development in India and a benchmark for interpretation, exhibition and communication. A trailblazer of India’s largest private museum, it provides an interactive teaching space for everyone from family to individual to learn and explore. With an impressive 90,000 square feet of air-conditioned space spanning four floors, the museum offers an exciting array of exhibition galleries, library, reference center, conference rooms, mini-auditorium, museum shop and restaurant – all with Designed to make your experience an unforgettable one!
Back at the hotel after a short trip to the Heritage Transport Museum, Chef JJ prepared another Indian feast for me – Thali with Small Butter Chicken, Mutton Bhuna Ghosht, Corn Palak, Aaloo Nazaket, Daal Tadka, And vegetable pilaf with naan, mishirotti and butter roti. To quench our thirst, we got Chaas and ended with a delicious Gajar ka halwa.
As the sun began to set in the evening sky, Chef JJ invited me to discover the secrets of one of the resort’s signature dishes, the famous mutton Champaran from Bihar. This is a zero-effort recipe; all I have to do is mix all the spices with the lamb and cook it in mustard oil for 1.5 hours in a pan. Sounds simple right? Well, my experience in the kitchen has taught me that it doesn’t take a lot of effort to prepare a good lamb dish after all. I’m already counting down the days until I can serve my guests in my own kitchen.
While I waited for the Champaran lamb to be ready, I decided to enjoy some “me time” at the in-house spa. A 60 minute Swedish massage is reasonably priced at 2800 rupiah, which includes 40 minutes of massage, 10 minutes of steam and 10 minutes of shower. My masseuse, Almas Khan, proudly told me she was trained in Dubai and omg her technique is amazing! This is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy some much needed pampering.
By the time I was done, the spa had done its job – my body felt relaxed and my taste buds were ready to enjoy the Champlain lamb on the table! Accompanying this succulent dish is broccoli adraki, pea pilaf and a selection of delicious breads. Most importantly, I was respected by Chef JJ and Vikas, the general manager of the hotel. The Treehouse Hotel Club & SPA in Bhiwadi is the perfect destination for those looking for a luxurious experience. From unique spa treatments to exciting activities and activities, there is something for everyone.
After a night of indulgence, I’m ready for an early morning flight the next day. If you’re driving from Bhiwadi to the airport, be sure to plan ahead – it’s two hours in the morning and two and a half hours in the evening!
