Abad Whispering Palms, a relaxing revival destination at Kumarakom

Abad Whispering Palms is a property in Kumarakom that is overlooking the Wembanad Lake. Kumarakom is one of the best destinations in Kerala. This was my second visit to Kumarakom. Full of lush greenery, beautiful skies, serene lake and magnificent properties amidst these hypnotic views, Kumarakom has always mesmerised me. This time our kids were to witness this splendid place.

Abad Whispering Palms was our perfect choice for two nights and three days to stay here in Kumarakom. Our rooms were overlooking the Wembanad Lake.

Though there are multiple categories of rooms. Some are lake facing, some garden and others had private pools. We were keen to have Lake View rooms. There was a garden outside the room. Trees were planted all around. It had a nice walkway to stroll around and enjoy the cool breeze.

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Abad Whispering Palms Kumarakom

View of Abad Whispering Palms at night

Venice Premium Houseboats Alleppey, Kerala

 Venice Premium Houseboats are the Houseboat providers in Alleppey. This was supposed to be my fifth trip to Kerala and third experience of Houseboat. We wanted our kids to experience the God's Own Country in their own way.  Its so truly said - 'One Lifetime is not enough to see the whole of India'. Every time I visit Kerala, it provides me a new view with a different pleasant perspective.

[caption id="attachment_15555" align="aligncenter" width="370"] Venice Premium Houseboats (Source- VeniceHouseboats.com)[/caption]

We had planned to stay in houseboat in Alleppey to provide special experienc e to kids. It was tough to choose between so many luxury premium Houseboat providers. However, I was finally able to zero down to Venice Premium Houseboats. I was glad on my choice. Venice Premium Houseboats have a variety of boats.

The boat starts its journey between 12-1pm. We boarded the boat from Thottathodu in Alleppey. It was a nice quiet area near Punnamada Hotel. We were welcomed with soft drinks followed by lunch on the boat.

Our preferences for food were already noted by the boat authorities prior to our arrival.

This was a premium luxury boat with the deck on the first floor. They also had a restaurant and one room with washrooms on the first floor. The ground floor of the boat had a reception area, three bedrooms and a kitchen. The boat pilot was in the front.

The boat was neat and clean and was kept at the best hygiene levels. Reception had nice jazzy lights. It was fully air conditioned boat with air conditioning all the time being the premium segment.

Reception area of Venice Premium Houseboats

Dining Area

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Explore the 8 Best Offbeat Places in Uttarakhand in 2024

Nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas, Uttarakhand is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, spiritual significance, and adventurous landscapes. While destinations like Nainital, Mussoorie, and Rishikesh often steal the spotlight, Uttarakhand boasts several offbeat treasures waiting to be discovered by intrepid travelers. These lesser-known gems offer a glimpse into the region's untouched wilderness, cultural heritage, and serene landscapes. From the quaint hill station of Munsiyari to the tranquil haven of Chakrata, there's a myriad of hidden gems waiting to be explored in Uttarakhand. Whether you're seeking solitude amidst the lush forests of Binsar or yearning for an adrenaline rush in the pristine wilderness of Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand packages offer a diverse array of experiences for every type of traveler. Let's embark on a journey to uncover these offbeat destinations and create unforgettable memories amidst Uttarakhand's enchanting landscapes.

1. Munsiyari

Tucked away in the remote corners of Uttarakhand, Munsiyari is a picturesque hill station nestled in the Himalayan foothills. Blessed with panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, lush meadows, and cascading waterfalls, Munsiyari is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike. Trekking amidst the breathtaking vistas of the Panchachuli peaks, exploring the mesmerizing Milam Glacier, or simply soaking in the tranquility of its pristine surroundings, Munsiyari offers an unforgettable retreat amidst nature's splendor.

2. Chopta

Known as the "Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand," Chopta is a serene hill station located in the Rudraprayag district. Surrounded by dense forests of rhododendron and deodar, Chopta is renowned for its stunning vistas of the Himalayan ranges, including the majestic Nanda Devi and Trishul peaks. Trekking to the renowned Tungnath Temple, the highest Shiva shrine in the world, and further to Chandrashila Peak offers a spiritual and adventurous experience amidst the tranquil beauty of Chopta's landscapes.

  

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Sky Escapes- Kerala Tourism takes higher heights with Heli Tourism

 Sky Escapes!

Well, Kerala is known for its diverse landscape. Too much is too less to tap its tourism potential. Kerala Tourism keeps coming up with multiple initiatives to keep its tourism at an upper edge. After the introduction of Caravan Tourism Kerala Tourism has now surprised us with Heli Tourism branded as Sky Escapes to connect state's top destinations. Multiple Heli pads available in the state would be used to aid this concept for both domestic and International tourists.

Sky Escapes is expected to be a game changer for the state as Houseboats have been. Tourism Director Shri. P.B. Nooh IAS said that the introduction of new destinations, innovative tourism circuits, broadening the REsponsible Tourism, Rural Tourism and investments in infrastructural development will allow tourists to experience vvillage life, empower villagers and also ensure better connectivity further complimenting the Kerala Tourism.

Mr. Nooh also said that importance is being given to also boost big fat destination weddings, Ayurveda, Adventure Tourism, honeymooners leveraging its stunning natural beauty, magnetic destinations and excellent hospitality with overall good connectivity.

Shri. PB Nooh IAS, Director Tourism Secretary

A micro site has been created that provides details of the travel packages offered by helicopter service providers.

https://www.keralatourism.org/heli-tourism

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Create memorable monsoon moments at Noormahal Palace Karnal

Tired of the hectic and machanical everyday life! Well, this monsoon we have some beautiful moments awaiting for you at none other than the luxuriously regal, Noormahal Palace Karnal.

Noormahal Palace, Karnal Noormahal Palace Hotel offers majestic views nestled in the rain transformed scenic paradise, adorned with lush greenery and rejuvenated landscapes during monsoon time! Bespoke interiors reflecting a rich cultural heritage of India with the contemporary luxury will make you spellbound. Splurge in the unparalleled experience of grandeur and elegance! Read more for Monsoon package

Lobby Noormahal Monsoon package of Noormahal Palace Karnal

Regenta Bharatpur- Cares for guest with good food and comfortable stay

This March we thought to visit Bharatpur Bird sanctuary in Rajasthan to witness the lovely migratory route birds that had come across the world to our beautiful country. Since it was a very fast and sudden trip, we decided to search hotels online and spotted Regenta Resorts by Royal Orchid Hotels for two nights and three days.

We started during afternoon time and reached Bharatpur in next five hours from Delhi. It was a smooth route and we loved the journey, it being a pleasant time of the year. As we reached the Bharatpur Bird sanctuary, we saw  Regenta resorts Bharatpur standing tall on the highway. The facade was overlooking a beautiful garden which had a fountain. The resort was exactly on the highway and it was centrally placed at prime location which was just about 2 km away from the bird sanctuary and the main market. Read more

Celebrate this Women's Day at Raffles Udaipur with your girl gang

Women keep the perfect balance between their work and life. Starting from morning household chores till the online offline official meetings to kids studies, time spent with husband and other family members to managing maids, they do it all. Its time for them to breakfree. There is no better way than to celebrate this Women's Day at Raffles Udaipur and get all pampered! Raffles Udaipur enjoys the breathtaking views of Udaisagar lake surrounded with Aravalis! Read more