Tag: Kerala Tourism

Malabar is a land of great potential for tourism. It still needs to attract tourists from all over the world. This will nurture the tourism potential not only of Malabar but of Kerala as a whole. According to the internationally renowned Lonely Planet, Malabar is one of the 10 unexplored places in the world. The Department of Tourism is introducing a unique marketing scheme called “Fam 2 Malabar 500” to bring Malabar to national and international attention and to place Malabar in the packages of domestic and foreign tour operators. It will be attended by over 500 tour operators in ... Read more

Leading tour operators of the country gathered in Kovalam on Friday to prepare useful packages to promote major tourism destinations in the state and to strengthen cooperation with tourism partners. The three-day campaign is jointly organized by the South Kerala Hoteliers Forum (SKHF) and the Kochi-based Tourism Professionals Club (TPC) with the support of Kerala Tourism. This includes Destination Promotion, B2B Meet, and visits to major tourist attractions in Kovalam, Poovar, and Varkala. The B2B Meet of Kerala Tour Operators with Industrial Partners was held on January 7 at 4 pm at the KTDC Samudra Resort, Kovalam. More than 120 ... Read more

Agasthyarkoodam in Thiruvananthapuram is one of the most difficult trekking routes in Kerala. The Western Ghats, believed to be the abode of Sage Agastya, is rich in natural beauty and biodiversity. It is a restricted area for visitors as it is home to rare flora and fauna. However, it is open to the public once a year for one month, with strict restrictions. It will be open to the public from mid-January to mid-February. A maximum of 100 people are allowed to travel in a day. It is a 27 km trek through dense forest where wildlife and amphibians roam. ... Read more

Meenpidipara is located at Kottarakkara Pulamon Junction on Kollam Shenkottai Road, half a kilometer east, behind St. Gregorius College. Meenpidipara Tourism Center is run by the District Tourism Promotion Council. The water of Meenpidippupaara is believed to have healing properties. Many people from other districts and locals visit here regularly. As a testimony, some old persons say Meenpidi Para water is very good for herbal bathing. Their substantiating fact is that water reaches the falls after flowing through areas of medicinal herbs from Chengamanad Kizhakketheruvu. Beautiful parks, small waterfalls, a large fish statue, suspension bridge, bathing facility in pulamon stream, ... Read more

Department of Industries with support for the Caravan Tourism Project implemented by the Department of Tourism. Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC) has decided to provide loans for caravan parks and vehicles. KSIDC has decided to provide loans up to a maximum of Rs 5 crore for the purchase of tourist caravans and the setting up of parks. A loan of more than Rs 1 crore will be sanctioned for the purchase of more than one caravan. If more than five vehicles are purchased, KSIDC will provide 70% of the cost as a loan. Loans ranging from Rs 50 lakh ... Read more

Department of Tourism launches new project to expand Kerala’s tourism potential to inland villages. The project, called “Street”, will be implemented in selected areas in seven districts. The project is envisioned by the Responsible Tourism Mission. In the first phase, the project will be implemented in Kadalundi, Trithala, Pattithara, Pinarayi, Ancharakandi, Maravanthuruthu, Manchira, Valiyaparambu, Kanthalloor, and Chekadi. The “Street” is inspired by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) ‘motto’ Tourism for Inclusive Growth ‘. “Street” is an acronym for Sustainable, Tangible, Responsible, Experiential, Ethnic, and Tourism Centers. The themes planned as part of the project are Green Street, Cultural ... Read more

With the arrival of international travelers to Kerala, the Ayurveda sector will benefit. The sector has also benefited from the fact that many people choose Ayurveda for post-covid treatment. Domestic tourists have already arrived in Kerala for Ayurvedic treatment. The number of domestic tourists seeking Ayurvedic treatment has increased by 15 percent over the previous year. Special packages are included for travelers. Of these, post-covid treatment packages are the most attractive. Packages ranging from seven days to one month are available for travelers. Of these, most opt ​​for one-week packages. In addition to treatment, visiting other tourist destinations is expected ... Read more

For the first time in the country, responsible tourism classification of hotels and resorts is being implemented in Kerala. Minister Mohammad Riyaz inaugurated the project and released the software and video. The Minister also inaugurated an online portal for services including accreditation for homestays, service villas, ayurvedic centers, adventure travel service providers, amusement parks, and homesteads. Hotels and resorts are classified into RT Diamond, RT Gold, and RTC Silver. Green Certificates will be awarded to those who achieve 80% score on the basis of performance with emphasis on environmental protection and sustainable development. Among the top 20 tourist destinations in ... Read more

Aymanam Responsible Tourism Village Project implemented by the Responsible Tourism Mission of the Department of Tourism has won an international award. The Aymanam Tourism Project has been recognized in the Rapid Diversification category in the tourism sector at the Indian Responsible Tourism One to Watch Award in the World Travel Market. The activities of the Responsible Tourism Mission in Kerala are attracting world attention. The projects were implemented in such a way as to attract international attention to Kumarakom. Minister Mohammad Riyaz said that after this, Aymanam also came to the world’s attention. There are various homestays in Aymanam as ... Read more

Following KSRTC, the water transport department is also gearing up to attract tourists. The Department has taken steps to launch more passenger-cum-tourist services. The Vega-2 tourism service launched by the Water Transport Department from Alappuzha to Kumarakom was a great success. The acceptance of KSRTC’s tourist services has also been a motivating factor. The Vega-2 service, which has been in service for over a year, was packed with passengers just before the second covid wave. Even after the service resumed after this, there was no big drop in people. Water taxis of the Water Transport Department are very popular in ... Read more

Athirappilly – Vazhachal – Thumburmuzhi DMC’s Malakappara Jungle Safari has resumed after a gap of two years. Saneesh Kumar Joseph MLA flagged off at a function held at Chalakudy PWD Rest House. The travel package was put on hold due to the covid epidemic. ML said that in addition to the existing travel package to Malakappara, it has been decided to start a new package including Myladumpara. The Jungle Safari is a 90 km long journey. In addition to the tourist attractions at Thumburmuzhi, Shalabodyanam, Thookupalam, Athirappilly, Vazhachal, Charpa Falls, Peringalkuthu, Sholayar Dams, Anakkayam and Malakappara, the new package will ... Read more

Minister Mohammad Riyaz has promised to include Payamkuttimala, a tourist destination near Vadakara Lokanarkavu on the world tourism map. The assurance was given by the minister at a high-level meeting held after visiting Payamkuttimala yesterday. If included in the world tourism map, Payamkuttimala will become a popular destination among tourists and pilgrims from all over the world. Payamkuttimala is an ideal place for a caravan park. For so long the caravan was accessible only to those of high financial capacity. This situation is about to change. With the implementation of Caravan Park, employment opportunities in the local sector will increase. ... Read more

Awakening of the tourism sector in Kozhikode district by granting concessions on covid restrictions. Tourist centers that have been closed for months have been reopened to the public with bio bubble security in compliance with covid standards. Under the supervision of the District Tourism Promotion Council, Thushara Giri Eco-Tourism Center, Arippara Falls, Vadakara Sand Banks, and Sarovaram Biopark were opened under strict control. Many peoples visit Vadakara Sand Banks and Kozhikode Sarovaram. Ticket revenue of Rs 7,000 was received on Sunday at Sandbanks. The average income on the sarovaram is six thousand rupees. Sandbanks were able to open because access ... Read more

Kerala Tourism has launched a mobile app that will enable tourists visiting Kerala to ensure a smooth journey, discover attractive new tourist destinations and record their visit experiences. The app was launched by superstar Mohanlal at a function held at Ravis Hotel in Kovalam. Tourism Minister P.A. Mohammad Riyaz, Tourism Additional Chief Secretary V. Venu IAS were present. The main feature of the app is that all the information about tourism destinations and services will be at your fingertips as well as information about the hitherto unknown tourist destinations in all the panchayats of Kerala. Muhammad Riyaz said. He added ... Read more

Kerala Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas on Tuesday launched the Kerala Agri Tourism Network-Farm Tourism as a major initiative of the globally-acclaimed Responsible Tourism project of the state to ensure monetary benefits to agricultural community by linking farming activities with tourism. The Minister also inaugurated a state-level training programme to create trained manpower to strengthen farm tourism and impart an added impetus to the tourism sector in the post-Covid phase. On the occasion, he said Kerala Tourism will be teaming up with local self-government institutions across the state to identify 500 new destinations in five years. The Responsible Tourism ... Read more