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Re: 10 days, Southern Kerala (Kochi / Kollam / Alleppey / Varkala / etc?)

by rohitraj 20 May 2012

More detais about these three places is there in my blog @ http://www.tripabstract.com/2012/05/20/kerala-heaven-backwaters/ nd Pics @…
Package Tour to Kerala – Notable Destinations

by luxurytraveltoindia 17 May 2012

Kerala is a beautiful Indian state. It is located on the Malabar Coast alongside the azure Arabian Sea in Southern India. It is regarded…
Kerala Holiday Destinations – An Overview

by luxurytraveltoindia 17 May 2012

Famed as the God’s Own Country, Kerala is one of the most alluring and attractive states in India. It is very popular among vacationers…
Top Three Beaches to Visit on Kerala Holiday

by luxurytraveltoindia 17 May 2012

Kerala is one of the most popular holiday destinations in India located at southwest coastline of the country. Beaches are the prime attract…
RE: Thailand & Cambodia - how long in each?

by florabee 17 May 2012

Thanks, that sounds like a good time split. I'm definitely keen to see a fair amount of each/both countries - not so much of the beach…
Re: Is this doable for two weeks in Kerala?

by paulputt 16 May 2012

Yes it's doable. Couple of days in Cochin(Fort Kochi) then head for Allepey backwaters which is not far away, suggest taking a car,…
Is this doable for two weeks in Kerala?

by SaltwaterGem 16 May 2012

I have two weeks at the end of August that I would like to spend in Kerala (first time in India). I realize that rain and riptides are…
Re: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by torontomm 12 May 2012

I would return to Varkala for the general relaxed vibe of the Varkala resort area and the stunning vista of red Varkala cliifs, beach…
RE: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by joegoozey 12 May 2012

+Varkala is, over+ rated ...
RE: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by SFSwains 12 May 2012

Thanks All! I think we'll start with a few days in Kovalam to relax and recover from traveling (and swim) before we head to Varkala to…
RE: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by Aurin 11 May 2012

It's important to understand surf and tides if your planning on swimming in Varkala or any ocean for that matter. A big wave can hit the…
RE: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by Grahamapoole 11 May 2012

Aurin - I preferred Varkala also but the swimming there is distinctly dangerous altho' you imply otherwise. There are frequent local…
RE: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by vinodbhojak 11 May 2012

My vote goes to Varkala.
Re: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by Aurin 11 May 2012

Varkala is far better place. Swimming is excellent provided you know how to swim and is [map of Varkala. |varkala.mobi] not during the…
RE: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by nijkerk 11 May 2012

Leaving aside the swimming...Kovalam is imo a truly awful place these days...As above, I havent seen Varkala for many years...I remember…
RE: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by ruggedtoast 11 May 2012

I was once turned over 180 degrees by a wava, and hit my head when about chest high in water in Varkala beach. I was ok but it did give…
RE: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by tilos 11 May 2012

Kovalam would be a better spot for getting over jetlag. Climbing up and down the cliff in Varkala is a pain.
RE: Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by joegoozey 11 May 2012

Varkala is not a calm and swimmable beach. You can swim it, but it's rough with high powered rollers and a decent undertow. Windy ...…
Varkala or Kovalam? Which beach is calmer?

by SFSwains 10 May 2012

Hi there - my husband and I are starting a one-year RTW trip with our flight into Trivandrum in mid-October. While we're not planning…
Re: 6 weeks in India with kids ( 7 & 9) - tips?

by torontomm 19 April 2012

+And particularly, which beaches should we aim for and which should we avoid - we don't mind crowds but don't want trouble and choppy…
6 weeks in India with kids ( 7 & 9) - tips?

by familyonthefly 18 April 2012

Our family will be traveling in India from November to mid-December 2012. We have two kids aged 7 and 9. We aim to move slowly enough…
RE: Beaches in Kerala to go now

by pepfcb 09 April 2012

Just back two days ago from Varkala where we spent a bit more than a week. Although very hot & humid during the day, it cools down in…
RE: Ashrams and yoga

by blisspassport 05 April 2012

how serious of a yogi are you and what do you study? Mysore is mostly ashtanga, Pune is Iyengar and Rishikesh is general hatha. I liked…
RE: Does Varkala have full moon parties?

by John555 05 April 2012

Any excuse for the restos. Look around.
Re: Does Varkala have full moon parties?

by Aurin 04 April 2012

Hi yes there are occasionally full moon parties put on by the Russians. The bars/s restaurant frequently stay open late there is a sort…