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	<title>Tourism Council of Bhutan (Official Website)</title>
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		<title>Active Bhutan Tours &amp; Treks</title>
		<link>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/active-bhutan-tours-treks.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 06:51:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Active Bhutan Tours &#38; Treks Is a licensed tour operating company staffed with a team of highly experienced and professional tour managers and guides. We take pride in providing unmatched quality of service. Satisfaction of our clients is our main concern. we give you glimpses of the breathtaking wonders of the eastern Himalayas in the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Active Bhutan Tours &amp; Treks Is a licensed tour operating company staffed with a team of highly experienced and professional tour managers and guides. We take pride in providing unmatched quality of service. Satisfaction of our clients is our main concern. we give you glimpses of the breathtaking wonders of the eastern Himalayas in the hope that it will inspire you to travel and experience at first hand the thrill of discovery for yourself,<br />
We are confident to make our clients happy and their stays memorable before they leave our land since we have long term field experiences with clients and we are specialist in our own fields : Tours, Trekking, Wedding, Mountain biking , Rafting, Bird watching. All clients are escorted by the trained, knowledgeable and competent guides, certified by the Department of Tourism. All hotels and luxury lodges during your stay recognized by the Department of Tourism. All of the tours on this website have been designed with flexibility in mind. Your itinerary and requests are most welcome. Feel free to email or call us, any time, so that we can custom tailor a program for you.</p>
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		<title>[Announcement] Butterfly Tour Guide</title>
		<link>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/news-press/announcement-butterfly-tour-guide.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 05:54:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Tourism Council of Bhutan will be conducting training for Butterfly tour guiding in the month of June 2012. All interested tour guides fulfilling the eligibility criteria may register with the Guide Association of Bhutan latest by 25th May 2012 with relevant documents. For further information contact Mr. Sangay Phurba at 339864 during office hours. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Tourism Council of Bhutan will be conducting training for Butterfly tour guiding in the month of June 2012. All interested tour guides fulfilling the eligibility criteria may register with the Guide Association of Bhutan latest by 25<sup>th</sup> May 2012 with relevant documents. For further information contact Mr. Sangay Phurba at 339864 during office hours.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Criteria for Training for Butterfly Tour guides</span></strong></p>
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<li>Minimum five years experience</li>
<li>Valid Security Clearance</li>
<li>Should have one specialization course</li>
<li>Copy of Citizenship Identity Card</li>
<li>Copy of valid guide license</li>
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		<title>Ardea Insignis Tours</title>
		<link>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/ardea-insignis-tours.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 05:44:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ardea Insignis Tours provides customized tour packages to the magical Kingdom of Bhutan. The company is a government approved tour and travel agency. License no. TCB/OPR-15/309 and RTIO/TL/(02)2012. Our office is based at Jitsiphu, Drukgyel 16 kilometers away from the Paro International Airport. Our tour packages to Bhutan include cultural tours, festival tours, nature tours [...]]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Ardea Insignis Tours provides customized tour packages to the magical Kingdom of Bhutan.<br />
The company is a government approved tour and travel agency. License no. TCB/OPR-15/309 and RTIO/TL/(02)2012. Our office is based at Jitsiphu, Drukgyel 16 kilometers away from the Paro International Airport.<br />
Our tour packages to Bhutan include cultural tours, festival tours, nature tours and treks. We are fully dedicated to provide our best services during your trip to Bhutan. You will never feel neglected when you come with us. We specialize on tours for individuals and smaller groups.<br />
You will cherish your trip to Bhutan-the most sought after tourist destination in the world. Come and explore the unexplored Bhutan with us!</p>
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		<title>Bhutan Druk Adventure</title>
		<link>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/bhutan-druk-adventure.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 06:04:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have many years of both theoretical and practical experience in Tourism in Bhutan. We do our very best to provide you with prompt and effective service as well as very competitive prices. We understand that vacation time is precious and we will help you find the perfect tour or package to fit your needs [...]]]></description>
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<p>We have many years of both theoretical and practical experience in Tourism in Bhutan. We do our very best to provide you with prompt and effective service as well as very competitive prices. We understand that vacation time is precious and we will help you find the perfect tour or package to fit your needs and budget.</p>
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		<title>[Vacancy] Graphic Designer</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 12:32:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sl. # Division Position Title Minimum Qualification No. of Slot 1 Marketing &#38; Promotion Division Assistant Graphic Designer Minimum qualification with Cl. XII with Diploma in Graphic Design &#38; Multimedia 1 Interested Bhutanese who meet the eligibility criteria as per the Terms of Reference (ToR) may apply with the copies of following documents to the [...]]]></description>
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<p>Interested Bhutanese who meet the eligibility criteria as per the Terms of Reference (ToR) may apply with the copies of following documents to the HR Section, TCB latest by 15<sup>th</sup> May 2012 before 1700 hour.</p>
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<li>Application along with Curriculum Vitae</li>
<li>Citizenship Identity Card</li>
<li>Academic Transcripts (Cl. X, XII &amp; Degree/ Institute)</li>
<li>Valid Medical Fitness Certificate issued by RGoB Physician</li>
<li>Valid Security Clearance Certificate (no need to submit hard copy, apply online at scs.rbp.gov.bt)</li>
<li>NOC from parent agency, if already employed</li>
<li>Any other relevant documents.</li>
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<p>The shortlisted candidates name will be posted on our website and informed through SMS. Please click the link below to see the Terms of Reference and details or contact HR Focal person at 323251/52 or 230 (Ext. 226).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tourism.gov.bt/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Terms-of-Reference.pdf">Terms of Reference</a></p>
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		<title>Bhutan Sandalwood Tours &amp; Treks</title>
		<link>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/bhutan-sandalwood-tours-treks.html</link>
		<comments>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/bhutan-sandalwood-tours-treks.html#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 12:41:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bhutan Sandalwood Tours and Treks is established in 2008 with cautious approach to tourism to avoid any negative impact on the country’s culture and environment. Being in operation for past four years we have progressed much in terms of our distinguished guest visitor from different parts of the world.  We have received a good appreciation [...]]]></description>
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<p>Bhutan Sandalwood Tours and Treks is established in 2008 with cautious approach to tourism to avoid any negative impact on the country’s culture and environment. Being in operation for past four years we have progressed much in terms of our distinguished guest visitor from different parts of the world.  We have received a good appreciation from our visitor.</p>
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		<title>Yak Holidays</title>
		<link>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/yak-holidays.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:27:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are a member of ABTO and licensed by the Royal Government of Bhutan]]></description>
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<p>We are a member of ABTO and licensed by the Royal Government of Bhutan</p>
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		<title>Global Happiness Travels</title>
		<link>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/global-happiness-travels.html</link>
		<comments>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/global-happiness-travels.html#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:21:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Global Happiness Travels is a company that aims to make your visit to Bhutan a most memorable one. We will help you explore the beauty of our country with ease and comfort. We can also design packages as per our client’s interest. We will make sure that you leave our country with nothing but good [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Global Happiness Travels is a company that aims to make your visit to Bhutan a most memorable one. We will help you explore the beauty of our country with ease and comfort. We can also design packages as per our client’s interest.<br />
We will make sure that you leave our country with nothing but good memories.</p>
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		<title>Kuzu Kuzu Druk</title>
		<link>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/kuzu-kuzu-druk.html</link>
		<comments>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/kuzu-kuzu-druk.html#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 06:47:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kuzukuzu tour is founded by Mr. Thinley Phuntsho, an energetic, sincere, and hardworking young tourism professional with strong international exposure. Mr. Phuntsho is multi-lingual and speaks English, German, Nepali and Hindi, in addition to his mother tongue Dzongkha. Mr. Phuntsho has personal experience in cultural and trekking tours and has accompanied German speaking guests on [...]]]></description>
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<p>Kuzukuzu tour is founded by Mr. Thinley Phuntsho, an energetic, sincere, and hardworking young tourism professional with strong international exposure. Mr. Phuntsho is multi-lingual and speaks English, German, Nepali and Hindi, in addition to his mother tongue Dzongkha. Mr. Phuntsho has personal experience in cultural and trekking tours and has accompanied German speaking guests on various tours though out Bhutan as the German language interpreter.</p>
<p>At Kuzukuzu tours we arrange wide range of tours throughout Bhutan to suit different needs and interest of the clients.</p>
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		<title>Druk Lhaden Travels</title>
		<link>http://www.tourism.gov.bt/tour-operators/druk-lhaden-travels.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 06:42:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Druk lhaden travel was established by MR.Dechen after 20 years of experience in this fiend. He had entered in the tourism after his study and received training on cultural and trekking  tour guide. the till date he had been working as tour guide in desired field of tourist`s  interested such as cultural, trekking, river rafting, [...]]]></description>
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<p>Druk lhaden travel was established by MR.Dechen after 20 years of experience in this fiend. He had entered in the tourism after his study and received training on cultural and trekking  tour guide. the till date he had been working as tour guide in desired field of tourist`s  interested such as cultural, trekking, river rafting, bird watching etc…..without failing in his duty. After much experience and knowledge he had stated his own agent known as druk lhaden travel.</p>
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