Introduction

SCL TRAVELS bearing business license number 1025104 issued by Department of Trade and Industry under Ministry of Economic Affairs Thimphu Bhutan was established by the promoter Mrs Kunzang Choden in 2009, located at the heart of City in Pelwangs Minimart building above main Traffic, opposite Druk PNB Bank, Thimphu, it provides convenient service accessibility to its customers.

Aimed at providing professional air travel service with the state of art reservation system such as online reservation system supported by AMADEUS, GALILEO & SITA whereby service efficiency has never been compromised.A team with highly experienced and motivated Staffs, it has stood true to its service orientation. With arsenal of value offerings, the service delivery has been able to meet the expectations of many high profiled clients including Ministries, NGOS, Major Corporations and International Organizations. Owning to which, it is a certified agent accredited by International Air Transport Association (IATA) since 2012. The Company is also a member of Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI).

SCL Travels is committed towards providing efficient service, which is reflected in our performance record over the years. Further SCL Travels is now one of the leading Ticketing agents in the Country with our services consisting of major seller and PSA (Passenger sales agent) of Druk Air (Royal Bhutan Airlines) and PSA (Passenger sales agent) Tashi Air (Bhutan Airlines).

With our depth experience and years of expertise in Travel Industry, we are confident to become a partner as a GSA (General Sales Agent) for US-Bangla Airlines in Bhutan and will dedicate to reach the new horizon for Bhutan in the world of Travel Industry.

Company

Profile

SCL Travels renders all kinds of air travel service to passenger, includes Air ticketing, Tours, Hotel worldwide with utmost display of etiquette, dedication and customer friendliness. Beyond its service Package, the company also offers necessary information concerning the client‘s stay of visit and advice on VISA requirement and reliable airport pick up and drop transportation service.

Our team of professionals is made up of the best individual from the Travel Industry in Bhutan with great wealth of experience to service our customers and to support airlines. Our team headed by Mr Bijay Lopchan offers the most comprehensive and convenient to arrange the trip for each and every customer. We give customer the world of complete efficient service with the help of our young dynamic management and highly professional staffs. Our team is available on call for 24 X 7 during emergency.

Service

Worldwide Hotel

Travel Insurance

Services

Air TicketsWorldwide

Travel Insurance

Business and Incentive TravelCorporate

Travel

Luxury Travel

Inbound/Outbound Tour

Flight Itinerary

VISA Information

SCL Travels is an accredited IATA (International Air Transport Association) agency in Bhutan and the airline reservation system is supported by SITA for Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines and for other international destination we use computerized reservation system called AMADEUS, GALILEO, ABACUS, RIYA ONLINE which is used by major airlines and travel agents worldwide.

AwArds & ReCOgnITIOn

• Highest sales Award -Travel Agent for 2014-2015 – 2016 , Bhutan Airlines

• Highest sales Award -Travel Agent for 2013-2014-2015, Druk Air

• Best sellers for Jet Airways and Thai Airways in Bhutan

SCL Travel has been honored with several Awards and Recognitions from different airlines for outstanding sales performances and excellent professional services offered in the past several years

Certificate of Appreciation

Financial Capacity

SCL Travels has a financial capacity and assets worth of BTN 60 million and the running capital of BTN 10.20 million for the business activities.

SCL Travels is financially healthy and a loan free company since its establishment in the year 2009.

Bank of Bhutan

Lhaki building, Thimphu

Account name: SCL Travels

Account number: 100911408

Druk PNB Bank

Norzin Lam, Thimphu

Account name: SCL Travels

Account number: 110210005324

Bhutan National Bank Limited

Thimphu

Account name: SCL Travels

Account number: 55430020

Our Banking partner

• Our total turnover is BTN 70 million on an average anually. We are one of the Bhutan's successful Travel Company.

• In 2014-2015 SCL Travels made total sales of app. 5,500 tickets, both internationally and domestically, covering over varous countries worldwide.

Location & Contact

SCL Travels is located centrally in heart of Thimphu at the City's main road norzin lam and five minutes walking distance to airlines office and other major landmark building and Banks.

SCL TravelsNorzin Lam Street, Pelwang Minimart building

02nd floor, flat no- B14, near Main Traffic

Norzin Lam, Opposite Druk PNB Bank

P.O.BOX- 766, Thimphu Bhutan

Tel: +975-02-336241, Fax: +975-02-336436

Mobile: +975-17634365, 17775309

Email: scl@druknet.bt, scltktg@gmail.com, sclticketing@gmail.com

Website: www.bhutanscltour.com / www.bhutanscltours.com

Management & Staffs

Kunzang Choden - PromoterPromoter of SCL Travels, Finance and Investment Management.

Bijay Lopchan – Managing directorTravel and Tourism Course certified by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and 12 years experienced in Airline ticketing, Trained in Amadeus, Galileo, SITA and ABACUS reservations system.

Padam lal Sharma – General ManagerExperienced of 8 years in Airline ticketing and trained in IATA (International Air Transport Association) Certificate Course, Amadeus, Galileo, SITA and paper ticketing with Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines.

Sanjay Lopchan – Finance ManagerExperienced of 8 years in Airline accounting and controls the overall finance of the company, he holds the bachelor degree in business management from Sikkim Manipal University, India

Leki Wangmo – Ticketing ExecutiveExperienced of 6 years in Airline ticketing and trained in domestic ticketing with Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines.

Singye Wangchuk – Ticketing ExecutiveExperienced of 5 years in Airline ticketing and trained in domestic ticketing with Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines.

Garjaman Mongar – Account Assistant Graduated from Royal Institute of Management and Experienced of 6 years in maintaining commercial accounts.

PromoterKunzang Choden

Managing DirectorBijay Lopchan

General ManagerPadam lal Sharma

Finance ManagerSanjay Lopchan

Ticketing ExecutiveLeki Wangmo

Ticketing ExecutiveSingye Wangchuk

Company Organogram

Account Assistantgarjaman Mongar

Bhutan Country Profile

The country was originally known by many names including Lho Jong, ‘The Valleys of the South’, Lho Mon Kha Shi, ‘The Southern Mon Country of Four Approaches’, Lho Jong Men Jong, ‘The Southern Valleys of Medicinal Herbs and Lho Mon Tsenden Jong, ‘The Southern Mon Valleys where Sandlewood Grows’. Mon was a term used by the Tibetans to refer to Mongoloid, non-Buddhist peoples that populated the Southern Himalayas.

The country came to be known as Druk Yul or The Land of the Drukpas sometime in the 17th century. The name refers to the Drukpa sect of Buddhism that has been the dominant religion in the region since that period.

Initially Bonism was the dominant religion in the region that would come to be known as Bhutan. Buddhism was introduced in the 7th century by the Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo and further strengthened by the arrival of Guru Rimpoche, a Buddhist Master that is widely considered to be the Second Buddha.

The country was first unified in 17th century by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. After arriving in Bhutan from Tibet he consolidated his power, defeated three Tibetan invasions and established a comprehensive system of law and governance. His system of rule eroded after his death and the country fell into in-fighting and civil war between the various local rulers. This continued until the Trongsa Poenlop Ugyen Wangchuck was able to gain control and with the support of the people establish himself as Bhutan’s first hereditary King in 1907. His Majesty Ugyen Wangchuck became the first Druk Gyalpo (Dragon King) and set up the Wangchuck Dynasty that still rules today.

In 2008 Bhutan enacted its Constitution and converted to a democracy in order to better safeguard the rights of its citizens. Later in November of the same year, the currently reigning 5th Druk Gyalpo Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck was crowned.

While a large part of the Bhutanese population is still illiterate and reside in rural areas with approximately 1in 5 still living under the poverty line, the majority of all Bhutanese have shelter and are self-sufficient. Rapid modernization has brought about vast improvements in the living standard of the Bhutanese people. All villages now have access to basic amenities such as education, running water, basic healthcare and are connected by roads and electricity. Even the most remote villages have connection to the telecommunication network including mobile phone service.

The Bhutanese economy is predominantly agricultural. Farmers supplement their income through the sale of animal products such as cheese, butter and milk. Farmers’ markets are common throughout the country, supplying the people with fresh, organic, local produce.

The main staple crops are rice, maize, wheat and buckwheat while cash crops are predominantly potatoes, apples, oranges, cardamom, ginger, and chilies. A fruit based industry has been established in the capital allowing farmers from the nearby areas to sell their produce and thereby earn additional revenue.

economy

Rice forms the main body of most Bhutanese meals. It is accompanied by one or two side dishes consisting of meat or vegetables. Pork, beef and chicken are the meats that are eaten most often. Vegetables commonly eaten include Spinach, pumpkins, turnips, radishes, tomatoes, river weed, onions and green beans. Grains such as rice, buckwheat and barley are also cultivated in various regions of the country depending on the local climate.

The following is a list of some of the most popular Bhutanese dishes:

Ema datshi: This is the National Dish of Bhutan. A spicy mix of chillis and the delicious local cheese known as Datshi. This dish is a staple of nearly every meal and can be found throughout the country. Variations on Ema Datshi include adding green beans, ferns, potatoes, mushrooms or swapping the regular cheese for yak cheese.

Momos: These Tibetan-style dumplings are stuffed with pork, beef or cabbages and cheese. Traditionally eaten during special occasions, these tasty treats are a Bhutanese favourite.

Phaksha Paa: Pork cooked with spicy red chillis. This dish can also include Radishes or Spinach. A popular variation uses sun-dried (known as Sicaam). Hoentoe: Aromatic buckwheat dumplings stuffed with turnip greens, datshi (cheese), spinach and other ingredients.

Jasha Maru: Spicy minced chicken, tomatoes and other ingredients that is usually served with rice.

red rice: This rice is similar to brown rice and is extremely nutritious and filling. When cooked it is pale pink, soft and slightly sticky.

Goep (Tripe): Though the popularity of tripe has diminished in many countries it is still enjoyed in Bhutan. Like most other meat dishes, it is cooked with plenty of spicy chillis and chilli powder.

Food

ema Datshi Momos Phaksha Paa Jasha Maru goep (Tripe)Red Rice

As the Tshechu begins, the villagers and the general populace dress in their finest clothes and congregate at their local temples and monasteries were these festivals take place. Tshechus are usually occasions to mark important events in the life of the second Buddha, the Indian/Pakistani Tantric master known as Guru Rinpoche or the Precious Gem. Various mask dances are performed together with songs and dances for three days.

These religious celebrations are lively, high-spirited affairs during which people share meals of red rice, spicy pork, Ema Datshi and Momos (pork dumplings) whilst drinking the heady traditional rice wine known as Ara. These occasions provide the villagers with a respite from the hard labor of their day to day lives and gives the community an opportunity to catch up with family and friends.

Festivals

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