Formerly known as Bombay, this amazing city of dreams consists of a melting pot of cultures, fashions, films and foods, which offers the visitor a fantastic mix of heady experiences. Just a short, 40 minute flight to the beautiful white sandy beaches of Goa, Mumbai makes for the perfect city break stopover where you can party till you drop at any one of the fabulous nightspots that Mumbai is so famous for. With a very strong British influence still apparent in the commercial centre with many buildings resembling UK architecture, it is very easy to navigate your way around Mumbai whether by car or by foot. Taxis and auto-rickshaws are readily available and as Mumbai is considered one of the safest cities in the world, women are often seen travelling alone in the early hours of the morning. Auto-rickshaws are not permitted into the city centre in order to cut down on traffic congestion although, judging by the evening traffic in the centre, you wouldn't think so! Whether you're looking for the ultimate culinary or shopping experience or want to sail from Marine Drive for a moonlit dinner or perhaps you want to visit the hallowed film studios where many a Bollywood blockbuster has been filmed - Mumbai awaits you.

Discover Mumbai on Marine Drive, a dazzling happening place for youngsters. The Chowpatty beach has its own mouth-watering seaside fast food consisting of vada pavs , paani puri, pav bhaji and bhelpur. South Indian and Chinese food are also very popular in the city. Mumbai is a city that never sleeps. There are plenty of discos, theatres, lounge bars, clubs and pubs. Colaba and south Mumbai are the focus of the city's sparkling nightlife. Some among the famous attractions of Mumbai are the Gateway of India, Flora Fountain, Elephanta Island Caves, Film City, Prince of Wales Museum and Victoria Terminus.

Accommodation in Mumbai varies from superbly luxurious hotels to low priced cheap hotels in Mumbai depending upon your budget. Some of the fabulous hotels in Mumbai include the JW Marriot, the Hilton, Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, The Taj Mahal Hotel, Le Royal Meridien and Grand Maratha Sheraton. A jewel amongst these five star hotels is the stunning boutique hotel, The Intercontinental on Marine Drive where you will find just 50 of the most beautifully appointed deluxe rooms and suites overlooking the gorgeous azure of the Arabian Sea. Each room comes equipped with plasma television, DVD player, luxury carpet and fittings and an in-built television in the bathroom where everything (including a butler to fill your bath with rose petals) is available at the touch of a button. The piece de resistance to your stay at The Intercontinental is ringing your butler to bring you an extensive choice of luxury pillows to help you sleep. Call us now on 0844 482 1089 to check availability at any of Mumbai's hotels and to book your stay at discounted prices.

Terminals : Terminal I and Terminal II
Located at Sahar is the Terminal II that deals with international flights to Mumbai. Terminal 1 deals with domestic flights to Mumbai and is located at Santa Cruz.

Transportation :
Mumbai airport is connected to other parts of Mumbai through metro rail system, pre paid taxis, buses and intercity coach services.

Facilities :
Cloakroom besides arrivals is open 24 hours a day. Telecommunications centres with phones, fax, internet and photocopying are available in both terminals. At Terminal II, duty free restaurants offer a good choice of food. A fully equipped business centre and executive lounges, disabled toilets and parking as well as wheelchairs on request are also available at both terminals.