TRAVELNET TOURS


	164 Rollins Ave. Suite 302, Rockville, MD 20852 Toll Free: 1-877-765-7300 Tel:(301) 984 0047 Fax:(301) 984-1101


TRAVELNET TOURS REVEAL THE WONDERS OF KERALA
	TRAVELNET welcomes you to the Venice of the east with its magnificent backwaters chain. Enjoy the alluring greenery, bird sanctuary, thrilling boat races, various types of fishing nets, labor force marching and working in the eye catching paddy fields, hundreds of fishing, seasonal migrating Siberian storks.The backwaters are inland lakes connected by network of canals at a stretch 2000 kms. The popular tourist destination is Kuttanadu in between Kumarakom and Alappuzha. The lifestyle is unique and the area is 8 months a year flooded. Agriculture is the main stay of economy. Export of spices, Oil seeds and tourism also plays a main part. Alappuzha is also the annual pageantry of Nehru trophy boat race. The world famous “Kathakali” the dance drama is Kerala’s unique art and is attracted by lot of Europeans and other Tourists. Kerala or the land of coconuts, as the name denotes, is tucked away in the southwestern tip of the Indian peninsula. This narrow green strip of fertile land truly looks and feels like a tropical paradise and is an experience to relish. Renowned for its serene beaches, lush vegetation, mesmerizing backwaters, hills, spice perfumed air, and amiable culture that embraces Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, Jainism and Judaism, Kerala represents a microcosm of India and has been certified by the National Geographic Traveller as one of the 10 paradises of the world. Kerala is celbrated for Kathakali; a complex and ritualized dance drama based on the ancient epics, the highly stylized martial art of Kalarippayat; and Ayurveda the primordial system of medicine that uses herbs and massage to treat a range of ailments.
Kerala is one of the most progressive, literate and highly educated states in the country, yet has an easy-going relaxed atmosphere. Afoot and afloat, Kerala is worth the journey. It is truly God’s Own Country. Kerala abounds in a rich tradition of holistic medicine known as Ayurveda. It heals and rejuvenates too. Massages of varied kind relax the taxed body muscles and energize it making it an apt therapy for stress relief. An expert physician at the therapy center would assist you with a team of deft masseurs. Travelnet has a whole lot of package for relaxation and rejuvenation. HOUSE BOAT SERVICES A spacious sundeck and sit out, Enjoy the majestic Hospitality in the boat. The mouth watering world famous south Indian dishes. Everything fresh. Garden picked vegetables, sweet water fish from lakes, like karimeen, the black pearl spotted fishes which is world famous and a unique product of the Venice of the east and then the Kuttanadu konchu lobster, clams, crabs etc. All spices are indigenous and the cooks are very special and well experienced. House boats are rented out 24 hours basis and also on hourly basis. Ideal boat is available for honey-moon couples and day trips arrangements are there for group up to 20 pax from 8 am to 7 pm. Motor boats for group and speed boats are also available for pleasure trips.
	TRAVELNET, INC. 164 Rollins Ave. Suite 302, Rockville, MD 20852 Toll Free: 1-877-765-7300 Tel:(301) 984 0047 Fax:(301) 984-1101	FACT FILE Area : 38, 863 sq. km Capital City : Thiruvanathapuram Languages: Malayalam. English is fairly widely spoken especially in the tourist areas. Climate: Warm and humid through the year: It rains mostly between May and September. Getting There and Around : The state has three commercial airports at Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Kozhikode and is well connected with the rest of the country by road and rail. Accommodation: Kerala has a wide range of accommodation (including houseboats) from five-star to budget hotels.
PLACES OF TOURIST INTERESTS
Thriruvanathapuram /Trivandrum The bustling capital reflects the diversity of the state. Kovalam Kovalam, 16 km south of Trivandrum, is Kerala’s most celebrated tourist beach. Kochi/Cochin This is the commercial and cultural heart of Kerala. Kozhikode/Calicut Kozhikode is a rich and historic port city. Thrissur/Trichur The town is probably best known for the Trichur festival, held every year around April – May.	Kottayam and Kumarakom Once sleepy little backwater settlements, the region has seen a tourism boom. Call of the Wild at Thekkady Thekkady is the closest town to Periyar Tiger Reserve. Varkala This beachfront town boasts several luxury resorts. Munnar This is a charming little hill station near the Kerala/Tamilnadu border. The Backwaters The 1500 km network of canals, estuaries and lakes is known as the backwaters of Kerala. Alleppey and Quilon These are backwater cruise hubs.