Comments on: Beena Homestay Review – Fort Kochi, Kerala

By: Shad Muehl

Shad Muehl — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 11:13:49 +0000

Yes we had a similar problem, we booked a holiday at the last minute, they hadn’t time to get us tickets, we were told to go to the company desk at the airport on the day (which for you will be the Thomas Cook desk), which we did. They gave us tickets for the return there. Don’t worry, it is surprising what they can do. They can issue you tickets at the airport as long as you have your invoice.

By: Dorsey Paveglio

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By: Erin

Erin — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:17:09 +0000

Hi Chippy,
That sounds like a great itinerary, and I think you have enough time everywhere. I would allow at least 3 nights if possible at the homestay near Alleppey, as it is wonderful and there’s lots of activities there.

You’ll need to take the bus or train from Varkala to Kollam as there isn’t a boat. There isn’t much to do in Kollam but we liked it as it was untouristy, and we did a great canoe trip.

You’ll also need to get a bus or train from Alleppey to Cochin as there’s no boat. You will need to get the local ferry from the homestay to Alleppey though.

After Cochin Wayanad would be a great option if you would like to get more off the beaten track and see some wildlife as well as hiking. Munnar is great for walks too, but is more touristy. If you decided to go to Munnar it would be better to go Alleppey-Munnar-Cochin to save travel time.

Ayurvedic treatments are available everywhere- definitely in Varkala, backwaters and Cochin. I can’t advise on any particular places though.

Have a great trip.
Erin

By: Chippy

Chippy — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 20:48:42 +0000

Hi Erin,

Many thanks for his fab resource!

Can I draw on yur help please. Going to s.India Feb 16th for 3 weeks. Thinking of starting in Trivandrum- bus to Varkala (2 days)boat or bus to Kollam (is there much to see here) boat to Alleppey (stay at homestay rec by you) travel via boat to Cochain 2 day stay at Beena home stay. Not sure what to do from this point as I would like to see Munnar but I also want to see Wayanand.

Please could you advice on itinerary I have outlined, have I allowed enough days to see all.

I want a more activity holiday. P.S where are the best places to get Ayurvedic treatments?

Many thanks in advance!

Chippy!