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Name: Kevin (Australia)

It would save you time & money if you could fly to Trivandrum and exit from Cochin (Kochi) or Vise Versa. Actually I would Hire a car and driver to Cochin – Thrissur – Munnar – Periyar – Backwaters (Allepey or Kumarakom) and then catch train down to Trivandrum and spend a few days relaxing on the beach at Kovalam before returning home. You could get off train at Varkalla if you wish for a day or so and continue to Trivandrum.

Hiring your own car & driver is very advantageous, as the driver will be with you all of the time, you
can stop where and when you want and he’ll show you around the various sightseeing spots you visit.

Name: Joe rich (Paris)

We are just back from a 2 weeks trip to Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
The itinerary suggestions from other members sound good. We didn’t go to Kovalam but did Varkala instead which was great for a few days’ rest. We had a marvelous driver who made our holiday such a memorable one. A couple of addresses that I would recommend the Deshadan in Varkala, mother Tree B&B in Fort Cochin
Everything is so easy in Kerala. I did a lot of planning for our trip but found that with a good driver, you get to see everything and they have good addresses, although I suppose February would be high season, so better book in advance.

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Backwater tourism is one of the paramount services provided by the state tourism department, the reason? Kerala houseboat cruises are the most anticipated event for most tourists. These houseboats are so traditionally built and furnished that, it provides the best cultural experience. A proof of this is the fact that these houseboats are made up by tying wooden planks and bamboo with coconut ropes. The most interesting fact about the houseboat is that not even a single nail is used to build the houseboat. There are many picturesque backwaters in Kerala that are the main attractions for tourists visiting the state. Some of the most popular backwater destinations of the state are:

Kumarakom: With exotic resorts, lush green forest, waterfall falls, emerald paddy fields, it is the most popular backwater destination that offers visitors with many leisure options. Along with the backwater tours, visitors can also rejuvenate with the holistic Ayurvedic body massage and spa.

Alleppey: Venice of the East (also known as), it is the famous backwater of Kerala. The backwaters are surrounded with greenery, flowers and water birds. Tourists can enjoy the captivating natural beauty and memorable cruise staying in the houseboat. The national houseboat race that takes place in Alleppey attracts tourists from all over the world.

Kottayam: A beautiful backwater destination that provides tourists to explore the natural beauty, famous temples and churches of Kottayam. The city also has so large number of rubber plantation so it is also known as the land of letter, latex and lakes.

Cochin: Cochin also known as Kochi is the most visited backwater destination of Kerala. The port of Kochi is famous for exporting spices to other western countries. Backwater of Kochi is fascinating and it provides tourists to enjoy the natural beauty and historical monuments of the city. Cruising over the Cochin backwater will give you a delightful experience of Kerala backwater tours.

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North Indians are the ones who uses these months to realize an amazing vacation. Newly married couples find Keralite destinations as the perfect place for a special and memorable honeymoon, one which is closest to nature as possible. One such place which is most visited in Kerala is “Munnar”.

Munnar is well known for its tea plantation. Spectacular hills (Hill station), lakes, reservoirs, scabrous rocks, wooded valleys, fragrant cardamom bushes, shaven silver oaks, indomitable elephant herds, long, wavy grass hills, etc would definitely register good memories.

Places of Interest in Munnar:

1. Anaimudi peak, South India’s highest peak.
2. Rajmalai (Half of the entire population of Nilgiri Tahr is found here)
3. Eravikulam National Park.
4. Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary (Home to some of the rare species of flora and fauna).
5. Thekkady.
6. Pothamedu, Lokheart Gap and Devikulam (offer various adventures like trekking, trout fishing and picnic opportunities).
7. Attukal, Nayamakkad and Chithrapuram (Enjoy the cascading waterfall and the alluring charm of plantations).
8. Mattupetty Lake is a calm spot for picnics and boating.

Things to do in Munnar:

Munnar is definitely a perfect place for forest trekking, camping, angling, plantation tours, boating and visit to a Tea Factory.

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The award ceremony will take place Sep 25 during the PATA Travel Mart 2009 in Hangzhou, China, according to a Kerala Tourism release issued here Monday.

Kerala Tourism also won national recognition, bagging the CNBC awards for Best Travel Destination and Best State Tourism Board, based on a survey conducted across 12 cities in the country.

Kerala Tourism Secretary V. Venu, who received the CNBC award at Bangalore Sunday, said that the award and recognition is a testament to Kerala Tourism’s smart marketing strategies.

“Kerala not only gained an added season in the travel calendar, but also recorded the biggest growth in domestic tourist arrivals in the last 15 years with the campaign” he said.

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The second best destination is Allepey / Kumarakom – which is famous for backwaters and houseboats. You can spend one day ie 12 noon to 12 noon in a houseboat. This will be an unforgettable experience.

The third attraction is Munnar. this is a hill station covered with tea plantation & waterfalls. This is the place where lots of bollywood movies are shot. One or two days are enough.

If you still have some time you can visit Thekkady – a wildlife sanctuary. One day is enough.

Since you have already mentioned you have just a couple of days, I will strongly suggest you to visit Kovalam and Alleppey.

Bon Voyage!!

David James

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