05 August,2011 10:24 AM IST | | The Guide Team
This Friendship's Day, The Guide brings you a few ways you can show your friends how special they are and how much they mean to you
Fun on the hills
Nestled in the picturesque environs of the great Sahayadri Range, Aamby Valley makes for a perfect monsoon getaway. And what better way to spend Friendship's Day than a fun monsoon retreat with friends? With Aamby Valley just 90 kms from Pune, even a last minute plan will ensure a safe and fun journey.
Dance around in the rains, unwind with a few drinks and engage in a host of activities that the place has to offer. You can indulge in Aamby Valley's Exotic Spa or feel rejuvenated at the Kerala Ayurvedic Center. The Water Fall Safari is a journey through the bountiful waterfalls in and around the property. This safari, conducted by a guide, is restricted to the monsoon.
If you and your friends long for some adrenaline rush, head to the adventure park, where you can choose from a host of rides. Try out the ATV bikes, Zorbing, Paintball Shooting, Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Jungle Safari, Remote Control Car Racing and many more exciting activities that are sure to make this Friendship's Day an unforgettable experience.
At: Aamby Valley, Lonavala.
Call: 39807444
Gift your friend a Champy
Rejuvenate your friendship with special massages and treatments from Salon Champy. The unisex salon has many offers and discounts lined up for this Friendship's Day. Flash your college or corporate ID card and avail of up to 20% discounts on a myriad services at Salon Champy. The salon has invited young girls and boys to walk in with their best pal, use services worth Rs 750 and above and get a rejuvenating foot reflexology worth Rs 250 absolutely free. You can also avail of value deals on hair straightening or get haircuts or head massages at attractive discounts.u00a0
At: Salon Champy, Boat Club Road.
Call: 64013109 / 9403359211
Binge on beer
It's International Beer Day today and Friendship's day this Sunday. So, why not combine the two and celebrate the day with friends binging on beer. Head to Doolally, a brewhouse in Pune, which is celebrating the International Beer Day with some exciting offers. The Premium 36 beer (made from Rice Ale) will be poured free between 8.30 pm and 9 pm.
Apart from the gala beer-pouring, the event will also mark the launch of the Home Brewing Club, which is a combined initiative between Doolally and the website, thetossedsalad.com. Sahil Khan, founder, The Tossed Salad shares, "We thought this day would be perfect to announce our Home Brewing Club. A small group of beer enthusiasts will be given the opportunity to create their favourite beverage in the kitchen. For some, beer
is more than just a drink. Many appreciate hand-crafted beers and understand the nuances of beer. For many, it's a lifestyle choice."u00a0
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On: August 5, 7 to 11 pm
At: Doolally, The Corinthian Boutique Hotel, Off NIBM Road.
Dance with DJ Aaron James
Get your friends together and party with one of North America's most celebrated and diverse DJs, Aaron James. Aaron made his definitive mark headlining 2008's Rock The Vote Tour, crisscrossing more than 50 cities, while helping to register over 2.4 million voters in the largest youth voter drive in US history. On tour currently, he makes his stop in Pune, to give you and your buddies a taste of some awesome Electronic Dance Music.
He has opened for some renowned artistes like The Beastie Boys, Jack Johnson, Jack Black, Elton John and Lil' Kim and in India has worked at events for notable fashion designers like Samant Chauhan, Shantanu and Nikhil,u00a0 musicians like Shaa'ir + Func and has been part of the Nashik Sulafest.
His life's work reflects his motto: Dance on! Life is too short to be standing still. After rocking dance floors across the globe, be the first one to catch him perform live in your own city.u00a0
On: August 5, 9 pm onwards.
At: High Spirits, Koregaon Park.
