The state of Kerala, located in Southern India on the Malabar Coast, is one of India’s most visited areas. This is due to its tropical beauty, with palm tree lined beaches as well as some stunning mountain scenery and unspoilt rain forests. Thanks to its tourist influx, the state’s infrastructure is excellent and it offers [...]
Preparing for a trip to Kerala
Preparing for a trip to Kerala doesn’t have to be difficult but there are some basics that you should take care of before your holiday. Arrange Travel Insurance – As with any trip abroad you should arrange for travel insurance to cover your luggage and any medical expenses that may arise. It’s a good idea [...]
Kerala’s Boat Races: Not for the Faint of Heart!
Kerala’s position as the jewel of the tropical Malabar Coast and the number of low cost holiday deals available to the region have cemented it as a tourist favourite in recent years, but many tourists don’t know that one of the most amazing sights to be seen in the area is to be found tucked [...]
The Best of Kerala’s Bountiful Beaches
Natural Geographic Travel has named Kerala one of the “ten paradises of the world” and has fast become one of the top tourist destinations in the world. It’s not just cheap holiday deals bringing tourists to the Indian state in droves though – with its breath taking scenery and gorgeous, plentiful beaches Kerala is the [...]
Kerala and the Maldives: The Perfect Twin-Centre Holiday
If you’re after the holiday of a lifetime, this could very well be it. An action-packed week (or two, or three!) in vibrant Kerala, followed by an utterly indulgent, totally relaxing week in the Maldives. With only an hour’s flight between Trivandrum and Malé, it’s easy to combine adventure and relaxation – culture, history and [...]
Interview with a Recent Kerala Visitor
This week´s post is an interview with my mum Sheila McNeaney. My parents recently returned from a trip to Kerala in February 2010, so I thought it would be useful to share their up to date tips and advice on planning an itinerary for a short six day trip to Kerala. Hopefully this will help [...]
Quiet Alternatives to Alleppey for Kerala Houseboat Trips
Alleppey is one of the most popular destinations in Kerala. It is the houseboat hub and a good place to set off and explore the Kerala backwaters. However the number of houseboats here has grown over the last few years and houseboat traffic jams are now a common sight. This takes away somewhat from [...]