Kerala tips

India’s accommodation sector remains upbeat about its economic development, despite a sluggish inbound travel recovery. The sector has been reporting rising room and occupancy rates over the past six months.

Trevolution Group reported 37% growth in travel sales across the Indian market during the first three quarters of 2023. Here are some of the key takeaways:

Steeped in spirituality and cultural heritage, Kerala is home to some of India's most prized temples. From the awe-inspiring Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple in Thiruvananthapuram to the mystical Mannarasala Nagaraja temple in Alappuzha, these religious monuments often pair profound spiritual experiences with architectural splendour. Here are my favourite Kerala temples to explore.

Since the 1960s, foreign tourists have flocked to Goa, India’s smallest state, attracted by its palm-fringed golden beaches, glorious sunshine and distinctly relaxed attitudes. Domestic tourism has taken off enormously in recent years too, such that now almost ninety percent of visitors are from within India.

We sent Rough Guides editor Rachel Mills to the southernmost tip of the Indian Subcontinent to research Kerala for the upcoming Rough Guide to India. From tea estates in lush green hills to sultry palm-fringed backwaters, plus a host of deserted beaches, she dove beneath the surface and immersed herself in the region’s natural wonders, lavish festivals and heavenly South Indian food.

Kerala, one of the most visited areas in India, has a profound effect on visitors. From the emerald-green backwaters of Alleppey to the palm-fringed beaches of Kovalam. Kerala is an exotic wonderland that excites and touches your senses in equal measure. Nothing compares to feeling sand beneath your toes as you stroll across one of Kerala's stunning coastline gems — and there are so many beautiful spots beach lovers will not want to miss. These top 10 beaches in Kerala offer an unforgettable coastal getaway.

Kerala — a dream vacation spot with palm-fringed beaches, rolling hills and green valleys. Whether you’re here for the wildlife safaris in Wayanad or to unwind amidst the lush backwaters, Kearla will blow you away. December to February is generally considered to be the best time to visit Kerala, although it can be hard to predict what kind of weather you’ll be met with during your stay. If you’re planning a trip in December then read on to find out about the weather in Kerala in December!

Kerala is blessed with natural beauty and some of the best beaches in India (sorry, Goa). Along with ribbons of golden sand and densely forested mountains, the southern Indian state is home to some of the country’s most captivating waterfalls and religious temples. These cascading wonders create a breathtaking spectacle as they tumble down the lush emerald mountains of the Western Ghats. From the majestic Athirappilly, the largest waterfall in Kerala, to the three-tiered 300m-high Meenmutty Falls that gather in a silvery pool near Mananthavady, these are the best waterfalls in Kerala.