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25/01/2026

Current Tourism Trends & Developments

Here’s a fresh, up-to-date overview of tourism in Kerala (India) in 2026 — including major updates, current trends, and top places to visit: 📈 Current Tourism Trends & Developments 🌍 Kerala Gets Global Recognition Kerala has been ranked among the World’s Top 26 Destinations for 2026, coming in around #16 — a strong signal that the state continues to be a globally sought-after travel spot....

fresh, up-to-date overview of tourism in Kerala (India) in 2026 — including major updates, current trends, and top places to visit

27/10/2025

Step into the festive season in style with Happy Houseboat’s special Christmas & New Year 2025 cruise.Immerse yourself in the tranquil backwaters of Kerala while celebrating with family and friends in an unforgettable setting.Whether it’s cosy moments by the deck, star-lit dinners under palm trees, or a midnight toast as fireworks light up the sky — we have crafted the perfect holiday for you....

Step into the festive season in style with Happy Houseboat’s special Christmas & New Year 2025 cruise.Immerse yourself in the tranquil

14/04/2025

09/12/2024

Celebrating the New Year aboard a houseboat in Kerala offers a unique and serene experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in the tranquil backwaters and lush landscapes of "God's Own Country."Kerala's backwaters, especially in regions like Alleppey (Alappuzha) and Nileshwar, are renowned for their picturesque beauty and traditional houseboat cruises. Popular Houseboat Destinations: Alleppey (Alappuzha): Often referred to as the "Venice of the East," Alleppey is famed for its extensive network of canals and houseboat cruises....

Celebrating the New Year aboard a houseboat in Kerala offers a unique and serene experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in the tranquil backwaters and lush landscapes of “God’s Own Country.”Kerala’s backwaters, especially in regions like Alleppey (Alappuzha) and Nileshwar, are renowned...

17/10/2024

During Deepawali (Diwali), Kerala's backwaters, especially in places like Alleppey and Nileshwar, can offer serene and picturesque experiences aboard houseboats. Both destinations are known for their unique backwater systems, making them ideal spots for a tranquil retreat during the festive season. Here's a brief comparison: Alleppey (Alappuzha) Known for: Being the "Venice of the East," famous for its network of backwaters, lagoons, and houseboats....

During Deepawali (Diwali), Kerala's backwaters, especially in places like Alleppey and Nileshwar, can offer serene and picturesque..

12/10/2024

Nileshwar (also spelled as Nileshwaram) is a charming town in the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India, known for its serene backwaters and traditional houseboats. Staying in a boat house in Nileshwar offers a unique experience of exploring the tranquil backwaters, lush greenery, and local village life along the banks. Here’s what you can expect from a Nileshwar houseboat stay: 1. …...

Nileshwar (also spelled as Nileshwaram) is a charming town in the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India, known for its serene backwaters.

28/07/2024

A typical Kerala houseboat lunch offers an array of traditional dishes that highlight the rich culinary heritage of the region. Here are some common components of a Kerala houseboat lunch: Rice: The staple of the meal, usually served with ghee or traditional pickles. Curries: Several varieties of curries are served, often including: Sambar: A lentil-based vegetable stew....

A typical Kerala houseboat lunch offers an array of traditional dishes that highlight the rich culinary heritage of the region.

27/07/2024

Kerala houseboats, known locally as "kettuvallams," offer a unique way to explore the scenic backwaters of Kerala. These houseboats vary in size, design, and amenities. Here are some common types and their typical amenities: 1. Standard Houseboats Description: Basic houseboats with essential amenities. Amenities: One or two bedrooms with attached bathrooms Basic kitchen facilities Dining area Living area with seating…...

Kerala houseboats, known locally as "kettuvallams," offer a unique way to explore the scenic backwaters of Kerala.

26/07/2024

The Kerala houseboat experience is renowned for offering a serene and immersive journey through the tranquil backwaters of the state. Here’s a comprehensive guide to what you can expect: Kerala Houseboat Experience 1. Boarding and Welcome Starting Points: Popular boarding points include Alleppey (Alappuzha), Kumarakom, Kollam, and Nileshwar. Welcome Drink: Typically, guests are greeted with a traditional welcome drink, often tender coconut water....

The Kerala houseboat experience is renowned for offering a serene and immersive journey through the tranquil backwaters of the state.

29/10/2023

Deepawali, also known as Diwali, is a five-day Hindu festival of lights. It's celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists. The festival takes place in the Hindu months of Ashvin and Kartika, which fall between mid-October and mid-November. The date changes every year. In 2023, Deepawali will be celebrated on Sunday, November 12. Deepawali symbolizes the spiritual "victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance"....

Deepawali, also known as Diwali, is a five-day Hindu festival of lights. It's celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists.