In order to convey the message that Alappuzha is ready to receive tourists to its backwaters, the Alappzuha District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) has organized a campaign with the tag line ‘Back to Backwaters’. A house boat rally was organized as part of the promotion campaigns on 2nd November 2018 from the finishing point of the […]
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In order to convey the message that Alappuzha is ready to receive tourists to its backwaters, the Alappzuha District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) has organized a campaign with the tag line ‘Back to Backwaters’. A house boat rally was organized as part of the promotion campaigns on 2nd November 2018 from the finishing point of […]
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Tour with Shailesh: Back to Backwaters – Houseboat rally at Alappuzha
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In order to convey the message that Alappuzha is ready to receive tourists to its backwaters, the Alappzuha District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) has organized a campaign with the tag line ‘Back to Backwaters’. A house boat rally was organized as part of the promotion campaigns on 2nd November 2018 from the finishing point of […]
Kerala, News, Top Stories
Vinod C S takes charge as ATTOI President; Chalks out plans to rev up tourism
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Association of Tourism Trade Organizations, India (ATTOI) is calling all trade, tourism organizations and government bodies to act proactively to support the Kerala Tourism sector to gain back its sheen. “Tourism in Kerala is having a tough time and, we need to act proactively to bring back the sheen of the sector. All the travel, […]
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Tour with Shailesh: Road trip from Kochi to Athirappally and to Malakkappara
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Athirappilly Falls, is situated in Athirappilly Panchayat, Chalakudy Taluk, Thrissur District of Kerala, India on the Chalakudy River, which originates from the upper reaches of the Western Ghats at the entrance to the Sholayar ranges.It is the largest waterfall in Kerala, which stands tall at 80 feet. Just a short drive from Athirappilly to the […]
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This year’s Nehru Trophy boat race will be on 10th November 2018. Kerala Governor P Sadasivam will be the chief guest in the event. In order to cheer up the participants and the spectators Kerala’s favourite ISL football team Kerala Blasters will be participating in the boat race. They will wade through the racing track […]
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Indian cricket team all-rounder Kedar Jadhav will be the chief guest in the first-ever house boat rally to be taken place in Alappuzha on 2nd November 2018. Organizers are expecting that the event will mark a new Guinness World Record. The boat rally is part of the comprehensive campaigns of Alappzuha District Tourism Promotion Council […]
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In order to tap the huge potential of Malabar as a major tourist destination, the Tourism Department has introduced high-tech digital facility that provides visitors all details about the experiential and service packages offered in the region in north Kerala. The ‘SMiLE Virtual Tour Guide’ links tourists with their places of attraction and providers of […]
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Being in Kerala is bliss; absolutely safe to visit: Virat Kohli
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Team India is playing an ODI in Thiruvananthapuram after a long gap, and the teams have landed in the Kerala capital today afternoon to a grand welcome. After receiving the grand ceremonial welcome with traditional drums (Chenda melam), Virat Kohli and Co. are now at the Leela Raviz Kovalam, which provides a breath-taking view of […]
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Kerala’s first air-conditioned and fastest ferry is all set to be launched by November 4 connecting the 35-km Vaikom-Ernakulam-Fort Kochi route. The ferry can accommodate 40 passengers in its AC cabin and 80 in the non-AC area. It is expected to complete the journey between Vaikom and Ernakulam Boat Jetty in 90 minutes, compared to the two hour […]
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Adding to its portfolio of new products, Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC) has unveiled Premium Life Membership and Institutional Membership cards for individuals and institutions at affordable rates, offering seven nights of free stay in a year and substantial discounts on all its premium facilities, including hotels at hill stations and beach resorts. The scheme […]
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Tour with Shailesh: Jatayu Earths Center, Kerala
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Jatayu Earths Center is one of the the latest attractions of Kerala, located at Chadayamangalam in Kollam. The tourists spot includes the sculpture of the great mythical bird Jatayu mentioned in the Hindu epic Ramayana, cable car – fully manufactured in Switzerland, adventure park and helicopter local flying service. The sculpture at the Earth Centre […]
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The Union Minister for Shipping, Road Transport & Highways, Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation Nitin Gadkari and Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will lay the foundation for India’s largest Dry Dock at Cochin Shipyard in Kerala tomorrow. The Dry Dock will give an impetus to “Make in India” initiative under Sagarmala and raise […]
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After the devastating floods in the second week of August, climate experts have predicted severe summer and drought ahead. To combat this, the state government is planning to bring mini water mist fire tenders to efficiently combat forest fire during the coming summer. In 2016, the state received 165 satellite-based fire-alerts from the Forest Fire Alert System, […]
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Alappuzha, the Venice of the East, is going to have a port-museum at the beach, depicting the city’s glorious history and heritage. Primary discussions regarding the museum master plan has been conducted at the Alappuzha port office. Ramachandran Kadannappally, Minister for Ports and Museums, inaugurated the function. The meeting was presided by Thomas Issac, Finance […]