A Guide to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

February 28th, 2010

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the largest and most visited wildlife reserves in India, and one of Kerala’s most popular destinations. It’s located in the Cardamom Hills section of the Western Ghats at an altitude of 900m-1800m. Temperatures are cooler than on the coast, ranging from 15 – 30 degrees celsius, so bring warm [...]

Kerala India Travel On The Web & Update

February 21st, 2010

In the past few weeks Kerala India Travel has appeared on a number of other websites.
I wrote a guest post for Mahindra Homestays on 5 Reasons Why Kerala is the Ideal Introduction to India which outlines why I think Kerala is the best place to start your Indian travels. Its compact size makes it easy [...]

Quiet Alternatives to Munnar, Kerala

January 31st, 2010

The most visited destinations in Kerala, such as Cochin, Alleppey, Kovalam and Munnar are popular for a reason, but they do get crowded with other tourists. If you are feeling adventurous and would like to see another side of Kerala, this new series Quiet Alternatives highlights off the beaten track places to visit in Kerala. [...]

How to Find Great Kerala Accommodation (Part 2)

January 17th, 2010

In Part 1 of How to Find Great Kerala Accommodation I featured some useful websites for finding places to stay in Kerala, including i-escape for special and stylish hotel reviews, TripAdvisor for extensive hotel reviews and a number of forums where you can ask advice from experienced travellers. Here are some more helpful resources for [...]

How to Find Great Kerala Accommodation (Part 1)

January 10th, 2010

Great accommodation can really make your stay in Kerala, and there is a fantastic range on offer. Here are some useful resources for finding accommodation in Kerala, whether you are looking for a budget homestay or luxurious resort.
I-escape
I-escape is a wonderful website that focuses on hip hideaways and boutique places to stay. If you are [...]