TERROR IN MUMBAI: Cox & Kings clients caught up in terror attacks
Two British holidaymakers travelling with India specialist operator Cox & Kings have survived the terrorist attacks in Mumbai.
The couple were staying in the Heritage Wing of the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel when the attacks took place.
They were successfully evacuated at approximately 09.00 yesterday morning (local time), according to the operator.
Their repatriation to the UK is being organised by the British High Commission.
Cox & Kings said it was not able to provide any information about the identity of the clients, or any further details at this stage.
The operator does not have any other clients staying in Mumbai at the moment.
Director Philip Hamilton-Grierson said: “Cox & Kings is deeply shocked by the events in Mumbai overnight and our thoughts are with all those affected by these atrocities.
“We are very thankful that our own clients have been safely accounted for.
“The British Foreign & Commonwealth Office is now advising against all non-essential travel to Mumbai and Cox & Kings will be contacting all affected clients – a relatively low number – to discuss alternative arrangements.
“Mumbai is not one of the major tourist centres in India and although some of our clients pass through Mumbai en route to other destinations, relatively few actually stay in the city.â€
by Phil Davies
Phil Davies
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