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A STUDY ON TRAVEL AND AIRTICKETING ACTIVITIES ON GLOBAL VACATIONS TRAVEL AGENCY.A Project report submitted to Acharya Nagarjuna University in partial fulfillment for the degree ofMASTER OF TOURISM & TRAVEL MANAGEMENT

Submitted byK. MANI GRACE Reg No: Y8TT20016

Under the guidance of Prof. V.V.L. Narasimha Rao Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management Acharya Nagarjuna University Guntur.

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A STUDY ON TRAVEL AND AIRTICKETING ACTIVITIES ON

GLOBAL VACATIONS TRAVEL AGENCY.A Project report submitted to Acharya Nagarjuna University in partial fulfillment for the degree ofMASTER OF TOURISM & TRAVEL MANAGEMENT

Submitted byK. MANI GRACE Reg No: Y8TT20016

Under the guidance of Prof. V.V.L. Narasimha Rao Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management Acharya Nagarjuna University Guntur.ii

DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT ACHARYA NAGARJUNA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE NAGARJUNA NAGAR

CERTIFICATEThis is to certify that the, my project report has TitledON A STUDY ON TRAVEL AND AIRTICKETING ACTIVITIES

GLOBAL VACATIONS TRAVEL AGENCY. Is a bonifide

work done and submitted by K. MANI GRACE (Regd.No.Y8TT20016) in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of MASTER OF TOURISM AND TRAVEL MANAGEMENT from Acharya NagarjunaUniversity Guntur during the period 2006-2008. Head of the DepartmentProf.V.V.L.Narasimha Rao M.Com.PhD Head of the department, Dept of Tourism &Hospitality Management Acharya Nagarjuna University,Nagarjuna nagar, Guntur. (D.T)

Project GuideProf.Miss. J.J.L.R. Bharathi Devi Dept of Tourism & Hospitality Management A.N.University,

Nagarjuna nagar Guntur. (D.T

DECLARATIONiii

I K. MANI GRACE student of MTTM at AcharyaNagarjuna University, with registration number Y8TT20016, do here by declare that this Internship report titled A STUDY ON GLOBAL VACATIONS TRAVEL AGENCY, HYDERABAD has been prepared by me as partial fulfillment of the MTTM programme.

I further declare that this Internship report has notbeen submitted earlier to any other university or institute for the award of any degree or diploma.

(K. MANI GRACE) (Reg No: Y8TT20016)

AKCNOWLEDGEMENT

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The satisfaction and pleasure that accompany the successful completion of task would be incomplete without the mention of the people who have made it possible and whose consent, guidance and encouragement served as a guiding light for the completion of the study. My special thanks to Mr.BHARATH sirManager & Trainer. ANIL KUMAR- Managing Director. CHANDRA SEKHAR - General Manager, GLOBAL VACATIONS TRAVEL AGENCY, Hyderabad, for giving me an opportunity to do project in this esteemed company and sharing his valuable views regarding the study. My special

thanks to my consult persons Ms.SUMA, and Mr.RAJ

KUMAR of GLOBAL VACATIONS TRAVEL AGENCY, HYD, forencouraging me to do the project work. I would like to express my deep sense of gratitude to my guide, Prof. V.V.L. Narasimha Rao, MASTER OF TOURISM AND TRAVEL MANAGEMENT, Nagarjuna University for the valuable

support, timely advices and encouragement. I would also like to mention the valuable inputs given by other faculty members of my college and also my colleagues at GLOBAL VACATIONS TRAVEL AGENCY, Hyderabad. Without which this would not have been possible. I also take this opportunity to thank my father Ravi Kumar, my cousine Ms.Thabitha and my friends who have helped and guided me all the way. (K. MANI GRACE)(Reg No: Y8TT20016)

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CONTENENTS

CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Air ticketing and Tourism management. CHAPTER 2

Objectives-methodology-limitations

CHAPTER 3 Company Profile

CHAPTER 4

Tour operations

CHAPTER 5 Tour packages CHAPTER 6

Summary

Conclusion Suggestions Bibliography

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CHAPTER 1

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INTRODUCT ION TO TOURISM &AIRTICKETIN G MANAGE MENTviii

:: INTRODUCTION TO TOURISM. ::THE DEFINITION: The International dictionary of tourism, published in 1953 by the international Academy of Tourism at Monte Carlo, points out that tour in English in French means a journey, a circulative trip. The 19th century defines tourist has people who travel for pleasure of traveling, out of curiosity; and because they have nothing better to do, and even for the joy of boasting about it afterwards. The WTO has defined tourist as a temporary visitor staying for at least 24 hours in a country visited when the purpose of the journey can be classified under one of the following headings:(a)

Leisure recreation, holiday, health, study, religion and sports.

(b)

Business, family, missions meetings.

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Tourism is a pleasure activity in which money earned in ones normal domicile is spent in places visited. 75% of international travel and 50% of domestic travel account for pleasure, according to the US study on travel in the eighties. The pattern has not changed in the nineties. BASIC COMPONENTS: The force behind this very complex activity encompassing a wide range of relationships in tourism is a phenomenon of modern times. Understanding the meaning and the nature of this phenomenon and its various components is very essential. In order to understand tourism systematically, it is necessary to know the various components which together make tourism happen. Three of these are considered to be basic:(a) (b) (c)

Transport, Attractions /Locale, Accommodation.

ELEMENTS OF TOURISM: In addition to the three basic components, there are certain elements in ingredients, which are also crucial to tourism.(a) (b) (c) (d) (e)

Pleasing weather, Scenic attractions, Historical and cultural factors, Accessibilities, Amenities.

NEWCOMPONENTS: -

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Tourism comprises the activities of persons traveling to and staying in places out side their usual environment for not more than one consecutive year of leisure, business and other purposes. The report distinguishes the following types of tourism:(a)

Domestic tourism involving residents of a country visiting their own country.

(b)

Inbound tourism involving non-residents visiting a country other than their own.

(c)

Outbound tourism involving residents of a country visiting other countries. These three basic forms of tourism can in turn be combined to

derive the following categories of tourism: (a) Internal tourism, which comprises domestic tourism inbound tourism, (b) National tourism which comprises domestic tourism and outbound tourism, and (c) International tourism, which comprises inbound and outbound tourism. Avisitoris defined as a person who travels to a country other than that in which he has his usual residence but outside his usual environment for a period not exceeding 12months and whose main purpose of visit is other than the exercise of an activity remunerated from within the place visited. and

Visitors are sub-divided into two categories:(1)

Same-day visitors:

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Visitors who do not spend the night in a collective or private accommodation in the country visited.(2)

Tourists: -Visitors who stay for at least one night in a collective or private accommodation in the country visited.

(3)

MOTIVATING FACTORS: In the course of history, motivation for most travel has been fairly

obvious-religion, economic gain, war, escape, and migration. The following may be listed as motivations to travel: Education and culture: (a) (b) (c) (d)

To see how people in other countries live, work and play. To enjoy scenic beauty and cultural sights. To gain a better understanding of what goes on elsewhere. To attend special events/ festivals/ cultural functions.

Relaxation and pleasure: (a) (b) (c)

To get away from the routine of life. To have a good time away from home. To have a romantic or exotic experience.

Ethnic: (a) (b) (c)

To visit places from where ones family came from. To visit places where ones family or friends lived in the past. Indians settled abroad and holding foreign passports keep on coming to India again and again, swelling the no. of tourist arrivals in India.

TOURISM DEVELOPMENTS IN INDIA: India is a land of contrasts-from tropics to snow. The second most populous and the seventh largest country in the world. India has the most

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ancient culture. It is vast, varied and strikingly beautiful. The variety of its scenery, its incentive and equally varied agriculture, its extremely diversified industry, its big cities and thickly populated areas, its open country side, its ports, its variety of languages and finally its manifold relations with other nations of the world altogether makes India a fascinating destination. India started taking interest in the modern concept of tourism rather late in the day. The development of tourism in India is a fascinating subject. The role of India tourism development corporation (ITDC) in the early years of tourism development and promotion in India is a case in point. Now, the state tourism development corporations are providing similar services at state level-even selling package tours. The role of government in the regulation of tourism and aviation has increased in many other countries. The role of state is very important. . Travel industry is, therefore, a composite of organizations, both

public and private, that are involved in the development, production and marketing of products and services to serve the demands of the travelers.

AIR TICKETING

UNIT - III Basic Elements if Air Fares: An understanding of the air fares requires the familiarity of certain basic elements. They are: 1) class of service

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2) Fare Basis 3) Rules and Regulations Class of Service: There are three basic types of classes 1) First is first or premium class 2) Business connoisseur or ambassador class 3) Economy coach or standard class. 1. First Class: In this service seats are relatively spacious comfortable with lot of leg space. Superior meals service is provided and alcoholic beverages are serviced free of charge. 2. Business Class: These are less expensive than first class, but comfortable and experience than economy class. 3. Economy, Coach Class: Any seats are available in the economy class and the passengers received a standard class of service. In the class some tickets are sold on discount basis some seats in the coach cabin are classified as undesirable seats for Ex. Seats which do not have the full screen view, seats which do not decline etc. These seats are generally allotted to the passengers who travel on low fare basic or who check in late for boarding. Fare Basis: A fare basis is a price category which is determined upon factors, such as class of service, destination, season, day of the week. One way or round trip, advance purchase and lunch of stay. Each fare is indicated by a code no. the fare code consists of two types of fare codes. 1. Primary Fare Codes 2. Secondary Fare Codes. The first letter with the fare code indicates the primary fare code The other letters indicate the secondary fare code Code P F A C/J K X CODES AP CA Primary Fare Codes Primary Fares PREMIUM FIRST CLASS FIRST CLASS DICOUNTED FIRST CLASS PREMIUM COACH (ECONOMY) DISCOUNT COACH FREE TRAVEL SECONDARY CODES SECONDARY FARE CODES ADVANCE PURCHASE DISCOUNT AND FARE FOR GOVT.

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CD CH E G M NR PE R W Z

EMPLOYEE SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT CHID FARE EXCURSION FARE GROUP FARE MILITARY DISCOUNT NON REFUNDABLE ROUND TRIP STAND BY TRIP WEEKEND FARE YOUTH FARE

Other Codes: The generally numbers are indicated for days of the week. One for Monday, two for Tuesday, three for Wednesday, four for Thursday, five for Friday, six for Saturday, seven for Sunday. Air Transportation Taxes: A passenger has to pay different types of taxes in addition to the basic fare the following of some of the taxes. 1. Air Transportation Tax. 2. International Departure Tax. 3. Service Tax. 4. Sales Tax 5. Security Taxes. 6. Passenger Facility Tax. 7. Refuelling Charges Taxes. Some of the Important Taxes: 1. Sales Tax:- many countries charge sales tax on the ticket sold. In some cases sales tax will revealed on the basic fare. And some cases it is revealed on excess baggage charge and M C O.;{Misleanious Charges Order}. 2. Airport Taxes:-These taxes are lived on International passengers up on departure. 3. Customs User fees:-These taxes are collected from International passenger upon Arrival at a Destination. 4. Misleanious chargers:-It includes different sub chargers like passengers like facilities chargers refueling charge. Expansion of Airtime terminal construction of new run away etc. Fare Rules: When the airlines offers discount to the customers. They are called as discounted fares. The discounted fares are are commonly governed with certain rules or ristrictions.The lower fare more will be the rictriction.These restriction are called as Fare rules. These rules fall into six categories. 1. Minimum Maximum stays 2. Advanes Purchase 3. Valiolity Dates 4. Combinability

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5. Routing 6. Penalities 7. Other Restriction 1. Minimium,Maximium Stays:-For a around trip {go and flow} generally discount is offered. But the discount fare is valid only between two times periods between outbound ands return journey. The time between these two times may be fixed as minimum stay or Maximum stay. 2. Advance Purchase:-Some Airlines offer discount when the ticket is purchased in advanced. When the ticket is called as super saver 3. Valadity Dates:-some airlines allowed discount travel only on certain dates. They may same that the discount is valid from a date to a date. They may blackout certain dates or periods on which they are will be very demand for seats. 4. Combinability:- A passenger can be combine different discount fares on the same flight by using different class fares for different segments. 5. Routing:-When the discount fare is offered passenger has to travel only on the route specified. He is not supposed to travel by any other route. 6. Penalities:-for cancellations and change in the itinerary penalties are imposed. In same cases discount fares are non refoundable.In the event of death or illness of the passenger the penalties are not imposed 7.Other Restrictions:-There will be some other special conditions which may be imposed on discount fares. A person or the passenger who is not sure of the date of return journey by an open ticket. It means he can travel on any available flight of the same airlines on a day which is convenient to him. But he is supposed to conform his reservation or he must be ready to travel as a stand by passenger. FARE CALCULATION One Segment:-In the fare calculation we have to show how the total fare is calculated by showing base fare and other airport charges and Taxes. The total fare should be shown at the end. Example:- Base fare Rs,8,000/Taxes 10% 8, 00 Total Fare 8,800 On the ticket the fare is shown like, this. Example:-18 APLNO. A I.LONDON.8000.800.TTL8800, INR. More than one segment:-A ticket can be issued using a horizontal fare calculation Vertical fare calculation. In the horizontal for each segment a separate line has to be used. Example-Horizontal Fare Calculation:18 JULY AI 330 NDLLON QAPI4 INR 8,000 15 JULY BA 740 LON NYC MAPI4 INR 15,000 VERTICAL FARE CALCULATION:In the vertical fare calculation the fare lader is written as fallows. 1. Date (first itinerary) 2. Carrier/Flight(F.I) 3. Origin Point/Board Point(F.I) 4. Off Point (F.I)

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5. Primary Fare Code(F.I) Secondary Fare Code 6. Fare First Itinerary Date (Second itinerary) Carrier (S.I) Origin Point (S.I) Off point (S.I) Primary fare code, Secondary fare code (S.I) Fare Second Itinerary. Four types of softwares are used for Air ticketing 1. Galileo 2. Abacus 3. Amadeus 4. World Span Special Air Fares:-The Airlines Something offers discount fares, special group of customers. They are called as special Air fares.hey may be as follow:Promotional Fares:-In times of unreason and low demand routes the airlines may offer discount fare they encourage the passengers to travel frequently. Group Fares:-In the Airlines offers discount if the seats are booked in bulk. Generally they are offered to tour operators, travel agencies Inventions, Conferences, Event). Tour Fares:-These are discounted fares offered to tour operators who garneted to purchase a specified number of seats on particular a special number of seats on particular routs Military Fares:- These are the fares offered to armed Forces who are going on leave or going to homes after discharge from the service. Senior Citizen Fares:-The passenger above 65 years is offered .They must show the proof of age and carry the proof during the trip. Child Fares:-Children between 2 to 12 years are offered discount. But they must be accompanied by a fare paying adult. Unaccompanied children are generally charged full adult fare. Ticket Issuance Separate tickets issued for each fare paying passenger. On domestic carriers a ticketing is not issued to an infant who will not occupy a seat. On International flights a separate tickets is issued even to the infant because a infant fare is charged.

Supply and Security Of Ticket:Before the system of E-ticketing came to fare the ticket division of IATA used to supply the tickets to the travel agents. The Travel Agency must get the stock from the IATA for its 3 months requirement. The stock should be kept under safe lock and key.

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Ticket validation:The ticket is considered Valid only when all the columns in the stamp of the travel agents is put on the ticket. A special machine which is called as ticket Validators has to be used o brings the details on the ticket. The ticket va;idetors machine has to print the following details. (1) Airlines Identification with its 3 digits numbered the place of issue , the date of issue , the name and location and IATA number of the travel agents must be printed on the ticket. With the E-ticketing system the above requirement have became outdated and with the use of software like Galileo, Abacus, Amadeus and World Span all these details will be automatically printed on the computer generated tickets. From July-12008-E-Ticketing has become Compulsory.

Guides Lines For Construction:The term Itinerarys a frequently used term in Air Transportation .It includes all cities to be covered by Air and also the surface transportation. Which is not covered by Air? These are different types of Itineraries. 1. One-way trip :-It means the journey to be covered between or among two or more points. But it does not include Round Trip .Routing consist of carriers class of service cities covered. 2. Round Trip:-Round trip means travel from one point and return to the same point by the same Air route. The term is also used It the out bound journey is different from the in bound journey. 3. Circle trip or Circle Route:-It means a trip starting from one point and coming back to the same point by a circuitous Air route .It includes around the world Air trips. 4. Open Jaw:-It means a route trip or a circle trip are used only when Air transportation is used to cover all the points. In the Round trip or circle trip if one segment or the Itinerary is covered by surface transport. Lowest Combination Of Fare Method:The Mileage system should be a desired itinerary between two points is not included in the published material .These are 3 methods of calculating the mileage system. 1. Maximum Permitted Mileage:-It is the maximum distance between two points by the Direct Fare. 2. Non-Stop Sector Mileage:-In any route the non-stop sector mileage should be taken to calculate the fare between two points to calculate the maximum fare.

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3. Excess Mileage Surcharge:-It the total sector mileage is more than the MPM (Maximum Permitted Mileage) Published table must be used to calculate the Applicable Fare

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CHAPTER 2

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OBJETIVES METHODOLOGY LIMITATIONS

Objectives:Methodology:Limitations:-

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CHAPTER 3

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Company profile

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TOUR PACKAGEA tour package is a total tourism product as it generally includes, transport from the origin place to the destination, accommodation at an en route place or at the destination, and other recreational or travel

services.

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TOUR PACKAGEMEANING OF PACKAGE TOUR: The package holidays are popularly known as a package Tour. The word Tour is refers to package Tour and it is a vital segment of the worlds travel & tourism Industry. It means a pre arrangement, prepaid trip that combines two or more travel components Like Airfare, Airport transfer, accommodation and other services. A package tour is a total tourism product as it generally includes transport from the origin place to destination, accommodation at an enrooted place or at the destination and other recreational or travel services. These components are purchased by an individual, firm or company called the Tour Operator. He combines all the travel components in a package and sells them at all inclusive prices to the clients. A travel agency/tour operator deals with a variety of Tour packages; catering to the diverse needs of tourists such as adventure beach, architecture, cultural, business, Conference, incentive tours, Ayurvedic packages, Buddhist religious, incentive tour, Special interest tours, cruise tour, group tour, educational tour package, heritage, Moments, wildlife, etc.

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TYPES OF PACKAGE TOUR: 1. Independent tours: -

Independent tours are prepared/formulated for these tourists who want to travel independents. The components of such tours are air travel, Air Transfer, accommodating, travel documents, sightseeing boat riding, Entertainment and other travel services.2. Escorted Tour: -

When an Agency induces the services of as well educated and trained tour Manager in its package tour it is called an Escorted Tour.3. Hosted Tours: -

A hosted tour means when an agency utilizes the services of another agency at a particular destination. A hosted tour provides the tourist maximum level of pre-arranged and personalized services every destination.4. Incentives Tours: -

It is a motivational program or a fully paid holiday which is even to the Employees by the enterprises as a reward to when in maintaining there Track record, to increase output, improve image and moreover to earn the Long period loyalty of the employee. The packages offered by a tour Company such as a custom tour an excursion tour, adventure and special Interest package tours.5. Excursion Tours: -

These are the brief tours such as sightseeing tours that can be sold by it or added on to other travel products. Excursion tours

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are conducted by air, boat, bus, and rail. Limousine and even taxicabs. The length of Excursion tour ranges from hours to days if an overnight is required Accommodation may be packaged with transportation. Most excursions.

PACKAGE TOURS IN GLOBAL VACATIONS TRAVELS(A) PREPARATION / PLANNING OF PACKAGE TOURS: Packaging a tour is the most challenging Job of a tour operator. Tour-Operator combines and co-ordinates the diverse, components of the Tourism infrastructure to create a package or a service, the tour Operator Does not necessarily have any product of his own but act as an Intermediary to tailors. A group inclusive term includes air and surface transportation, hotel accommodation, guide services, sightseeing, excursions, entrance fees at monuments and place of visit. The package Tours are printed in the form of brochures along with a detailed itinerary, terms and condition, the tour price, type of hotel Accommodation and quality of services etc. The tour operator offers a Price advantage because he obtains special rates from airlines, transport Companies. It is depend upon the performance & demand of company against bulk purchase/business the planning of a package tour requires Creativity blended with innovation and good tour management.

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(B) TOUR DESIGN: The businesses of package Tour involve great risks, high quality products and competitive prices. The tour manager has to take the biggest responsibility, imitativeness, imagination and innovation coupled with a lot of business activities which range from finding new exotic designations and planning, organizing or promoting such tour.

(C) ITINERARY PREPARATION OF A PACKAGE TOUR: The cost of a package tour is often lower than the combined costs of the same services if purchased separately. Some tour wholesalers offer tour basis fares, special group airfares, from selected origin points. Tour basis fares are usually lower than the airfares that are offered to the general public by the airlines. These special fares are subject to restrictions such as departure date, carriers, and time limits on reservations and ticketing. Generally package tours have two basic rates.(i)

Double Rate: A double rate applies if two people are booked together in the same reservation and will share the same accommodation. The rate applies for each traveler. In some cases, a reduced rare is offered for a third or fourth traveler sharing the same accommodations.

(ii)

Single Rate: This rate is applied to unaccompanied travelers Who do not wish to share their accommodations? The single rate is usually higher than the double rate for the same accommodations. The reason for this discrepancy is that hotel

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rooms are usually priced on the basis of double occupancy. If a room will be occupied by one person, a higher rate is applied to offset the loss of revenues from not having two people occupy the room. On some tours, a discount rate is available for single travelers who are willing to share accommodations with another traveler of the same sex. ITINERARY PREPARATION:--

Itinerary is designed to identify the origin, Destination and allthe en route stopping points along with transportation, accommodation and other services a travelers trip. This is a significant part & first step in making tour package. It is a primary layout of a tour package which shows following things. Departure point, Stop over point (destination point), Enrooted stopping points, Transportation, Accommodation & various services & activities. Making an itinerary is a comprehensive job. Before itinerary planning following things must be considered. Purpose of Tour. Choice of destination. Prepare Tour Programme. Tour budget. Calculate No. of days for Accommodation. Calculate No. of Kilometers for Transportation

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Legal requirements & Itinerary planning tools as Timetables. Travel Information Manual. ABC Travel Guide. World Hotel Guide. The Official Rail Guide. World Wide Cruise & Steamship Guide.

(D) BROUCHER RELEASING: In Southern Travels, New Delhi there more than 16 conducted tours are running and covers north India and south India. There are conducted tours are pilgrimage tours and leisure tours, etc. The clear views of tours in southern travels are attached in next pages

Tour package Booking: Customers can book tour package directly or through Travel Agent. They can also see and book the tour package through Internet (www.southerntravelsindia.com). They can also book tour packages to

North India or South India from different branches of travel agency like Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Vijay Wada and Visage.

(E) SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: If a package tour does not have a single rate, and addon charge called a single supplement is applied to unaccompanied travelers. In some case, unaccompanied travelers are required both to pay a single supplement and to share a room with another unaccompanied traveler. The package tour price depending on two factors:

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(). (ii).

The number of persons sharing the accommodations, and,

The desired room category. The tour cost is calculated by multiplying

desired rate by the number of adults per room. For instance; assume two travellers select superior/deluxe category accommodations. Both travelers will share accommodations, and therefore, the double rate applies. The single rate for the same category of room may be about 50 percent, higher than the double rate for one traveler. In some cases the single twice as high as the double rate.

(F) TOUR BOOKING: On coming any booking for tour booking transportation at a place, the travel agency provided transportation at that place to ask the available of client requirement. It client requirement will be available on that day confirm the booking to that which has ordered the booking of transport service. After getting confirmation of booking they issue a voucher to client. Client goes with voucher and tally on that time after tallying they provide every service required in the v

Conducted Tour Ticket: - Conducted tour Ticket is the documentswhich use to give to the tourist to having the information to it also for the company having information of customer regarding particular tour. These document include,

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BOOKING TOUR TICKET: Client Name File Number Agent Name / Direct Destination & Date of Travel PAYABLES AIR / TRAIN TICKETS TRANSPORT HOTELS

COST SHEET File Handler Invoice No.

Accounts Verification COSTED ACTUALS BILL NO.

GUIDES AND ENTRANCES / MISCELLANEOUS TOTAL COST

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MARK-UP RECEIVABLES Total Quoted PROFIT / LOSS Signed by File Handler: ___________________________ Actual Bills verified by Accounts and entered into tally: File Closed: ___________________ QUOTED ACTUAL RECEIPT NO.

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CHAPTER -5

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KeralaIntroduction

Palm-fringed beaches, endless paddy fields, rolling hills, backwaters that Snake past tiled-roof houses and spotless village roads: Kerala is a land of unmatched Beauty.malayali society is unique, boasting a highly literate population, a sex ratio Favoring women, matriarchal sub-societies and a people unfettered by the divisions of Caste and creed.

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Add vibrant arts and colorful festivals, ancient shrines and delectable Cuisine, and Kerala is a must stop destination.

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KeralaArea: 38,863 sq.km. Capital: Thiruvananthapuram Population: 31,838,619 Density: 819 (persons per km) Districts: 14 Urban population: 25.97% Life expectancy: Men-71.67% Birth rate: 16.9/1000 Death rate: 6.4/1000 Infant mortality: 10/1000 Fertility: 1.8 Literacy: 90.92% Sex ratio: 1058(w) Per capita income: $572

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Language: Malayalam, English.

Figures: 2003.

Places of Interest:1.Kasaragod.

2.Kannur.

3.Kalpetta.

4.Kozhikode.

5.Malapuram.

6.Palakkad.

7.Thrissur.

8.Ernakulam.

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9.Painavu.

11.Alappuzha.

12.Pathanamthitha.

13.Kollam.

14.Thiruvananthapuram.

How to Reach Kerala:Referred to as God's own Country, Kerala is a major tourist destination in India and is well connected with other parts of the country. Also being a popular destination in India and the world tourism map, How to reach Kerala is a commonly asked question. Getting to Kerala has never been as easy. A modern and progressive state with a cosmopolitan look, Kerala is accessible quite easily. Well connected by all major systems of transport, is now one of

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the most sought after travel destinations in the world. Cochin is the main seaport opening out into the Arabian Sea. Traveling to is a whole new experience, educative and enriching, rejuvenating and fulfilling. Heres wishing you a very warm welcome to a beautiful land and its equally beautiful people.

An important tourist destination among Indians and foreigners is very well connected by air, rail and road.

Air: There are three airports in the state - Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi and Kozhikode. Thiruvananthapuram is also an international airport, connecting the state to many places in India and the world. Thiruvananthapura International Airport

Domestic flights (direct): From/To: Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai International flights (direct): From/To: Colombo, Maldives, Dubai, Sharjah, Bahrain, Doha, Ras-al-Khaimah, Kuwait, Riyadh, Fujairah and Singapore. Karipur Airport, Kozhikode

Domestic flights (direct): From/To: Mumbai, Chennai, Coimbatore

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International flights (direct): From/To: Sharjah, Bahrain, Dubai, Doha,Ras-al-Khaimah,Kuwait,Riyadh,Fujairah

Cochin

International

Airport,

Nedumbassery

Domestic flights (direct): From/To: Mumbai, Chennai, Goa, Agathi, Bangalore . Airline Departure Arrival Duration Price

DEPARTUREIndian Airlines IC-465 New Delhi Cochin at 17:30 JetAirways 9w-332 Via: Mumbai at 06:50 at 15:25 8:35Hrs Rs:37,190 at 20:30 3:0:hrs Rs.34,615

Kingfisher IT-201 Via: Bangalore Indigo 6E-305 Via: Hyderbad Jetlite S2-255 at 12:30 RETURN Jet Airways at 008:30 at 12:55 4:25:Hrs Rs:8,628 at 15:30 3:00Hrs Rs:6,648 at 12:15 at 16:20 2:15Hrs Rs: 6,672 at 6.45 at12: 40 2:30Hrs Rs: 10,003

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International flights (direct): From/To: Sharjah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain,Riyadh,Muscat .

Rail: There are around 200 railway stations in Kerala connecting most of the places in the state to places in the other parts of India and inside the state. Long-distance express trains connect important places in the state to places outside Kerala like Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai and Kolkata. Road: An extensive network of metalled roads connects most of the places in the state. National highways 47, 17, and 49 connect Kerala with other parts of India. Water: From Cochin, there are regular ships venturing towards the Lakshadweep, Island.

TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN KERALA I.Kasaragod: Kasaragod was famous from time immemorial and Arab travelers who came to Kerala in 9th and 14th centuries AD had visited Kasaragod. The name, kasaragod is said to be derived from the word kusirakood meaning nuxvomica forests (kanjirakultom). Kasargod is rich in folk-culture, visual arts and festivals. Kasargod is rich in folk-culture, visual arts and festivals.

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Bekal fort It is the largest and best-preserved fort in kerala. It was built by Sivappa Naik of the Ikkeri dynasty, the fort changed hands over the years, going to the Kalahari Rajas, the Vijayanagar Empire, Tippu sultan and finally the British East India company .Now its is included in the Central Government Historical place. Today the Bekal fort and its surroundings is fast becoming an international tourist destination and a favorites shooting location for film makers. Near the fort there is a beautiful beach residing and it is recognized as one of the beauties beach. A mosque and a Hanuman temple are located at the entrance of the fort as a symbol of religious harmony. Nithyanandasram Swami Nithynada founded it. It is near to Hsdurg Taluk office. Here Swami Nityananda constructed 45 guhas. One of the attractions Nithyanadasram is full size statue of Swami Nithyanda made of Pnjaloha. Anandasram It was found by Swami Ramadas in 1939.It is about 5km from Kanhangad Railway station. There is a hill to the east of the asramam and west, surrounded by landscape. Edneer mutt

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It is about 10Kms away from Kasargod town. This Mutt belongs to the Sankaracharya tradition.

Kanjan junga It is about 16Kms away from Kasaragod towards Sallie road. It is an artist village establish by artist Punichithaya, the renowned artist of the west cost.

Kottancheri hills An ideal place for picnic and trekking. 30Kms away from Konnakkad North-East of Kanhangad. Beautiful and natural rain forest. A real reflection of original beauty of Kodaikanal.

Chandragiri fort It is 4kms away from Kasaragod town. Shivappa Naik constructed it in 17th century. The longest railway tunnel in Kerala passes through Chandragiri Hills.

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It is about 48Km away from Kanhangad. It is formally Known as Modathumalla.It is known as Ooty of Kasaragod.it is situated 780m above sea level. An ideal place for trekking.

Povvalfort It is about 10kms away from kasaragod town. It is near to LBS College of engineering.

Kanwatheertha beach resort: -3 Km. North of Manjeshwar It has a large swimming pool lake, and a beach of 4 Km. lengths. The swimming pool is formed by sea water in the neat vast beach is one of the gifts of nature.

Kasaragod town Kasaragod is an important business centre. Pepper; copra and cashew nuts are the important commodities Transported from here. Kasaragod is one of the minor ports of the district. There are number of educational institutions in the town.

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Cannanore or more appropriately kannur it known today is a place with a rich history right from the time of the Aryan migration. The word kannur may have evolved from a village named kannathur around which the Modern town of kannur grew. Kannur is a place with history right the time of the Aryan migration. With the Western Ghats in the east (coorg district of Karnataka), Kozhikode and wayanad district in the south, Lakshadweep in the west and kasaragod in the North, Kannur is bounded by a wealth of National beauty. A popular holiday destination in keralatoday Kannur has contributor to the cultural, religious, political and industrial heritage of kerala. The several attractions for tourists to visit when they travel to Kannur. Kannurs days of glory were under the kolathiri Rajas, and its importance as a spice trading port was noted by Marco Polo. From the 15th century, various colonial powers.

Places of Attractions ST.Angels fort:

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St. Angelo Fort was built in 1505 by Sir Francisco de Almeida, the first Portuguese Viceroy of India and is on the Arabian sea about 3 km from Kannur town. There is a sea pathway behind the fort, stretching a kilometer or two into the sea.

Payyambalam beach: Payyambalam beach is the famous beach in Kannur town. It has an unbroken coastline of a few kilometres. From the beach, one can see ships in transit along the Malabar coast, that is, beyond

calicut(kozhikode)and moving towards Mangalore, Goa and Bombay (Mumbai). The well laid out garden and the massive landscaped sculpture of mother and child erected by noted sculptor Kanayi Kunhiraman makes it extremely captivating.

Kannur town: The major business establishments, government offices,shopping centres, hotels, and showrooms are located in Kannur town.

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The kannur city centre is a prominent shopping centre on fort road.

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Arakkal museum: Arakkal museum,located in Ayikkara, is a museum dedicated to the arakkal family,the only Muslim royal family in Kerala

Dharma Dam Island: Dharma Dam Island was Small Island. Which is situated in the sea like a green spot just 100m away from shore, becomes a blissful experience to tourists.

III.KALPETTA: Kalpetta is a city and a municipality in Wayanad district in the Indian state of Kerala. It is a small town surrounded by dense coffee plantations and mountains. Places of attraction: Sultan Bathery Sultan Butchery, also known as Sultans Battery lies approximately 25 kms. From Kalpetta. Associated with Hider Ali and Tipu Sultan, Sultans Butchery no longer has a fort. It is worth visiting for the Jain temple, which has some interesting stone carvings. Sultan Butchery can be seen on a drive from Kalpetta to Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Muthanga

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Edakkal caves- (12 kms from Sultan Butchery). 3 caves are located at a height of 1000 mts on Ambukuthi mala near Ambalavayal. Glass temple, KoottamunduThis temple is located on the slopes of Vellarimala and is dedicated to Parshwanatha Swami of the Jain faith. The mirrors inside the temple wall reflect images of the icons in the temple's sanctum sanctorum. Wayanad: The natural scenic beauty of Wayanad and its rich natural resources offer several opportunities for adventure tourism. The hills rocks and valley, which make the very unique character of Wayanad, provide a lot for catering to the ever-increasing demand for adventure tourist.

Chembra peak Trekking to the Chembra peak is one of the risky tourist endeavours. Chembra peak is the highest peak in Wayanad at 2100m. Above mean sea level. It is14 kms. West of Kalpetta. Trekking to the top of this peak takes almost a day. Tourists can also stay one or two days at the top of the peak in temporary camps. District Tourism Promotion Council provides guides, sleeping bags, canvass huts trekking

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implements on hire charges to the tourists. The scenic beauty of Wayanad, which is visible from the top of Chembra, is very challenging and thrilling. The blue-eyed water in the lake at the top of the hill never dries up even in the peak of summer. All along the steep and slippery way to the top of the hill, the whispering of the flowing spring that sprouts from the top of the hill accompanies the tourist. If he is fortunate enough, on his way he may come across a passing wild beast, may be a leopard who may instantly hide behind the bushes. Camping in the night with campfire and sleeping bags at the top of the peak in shivering cold is everlasting experience.

Pakshipathalam Pakshipathalam in Brahma Geri hills at Thirunelly is a challenging tourist spot. It is 7 kms. Northeast of Thirunelly temple and is situated 1740m. Above mean sea level. To reach 'Pakshipathalam', 17 kms. Have to be covered through wild forest. The deep rock caves formed among the thick blocks of rocks at the northern top end of the Brahmagiri is the abode of various birds and wild beasts. To go to 'Pakshipathalam' special permission has to be obtained from forest department. DTPC (District Tourism Promotion Council) arranges vehicle, guides, camping apparatus etc. to the tourists on hire charges.

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12 kms. East of Meppadi. Water falls to a depth of more than 500m. In 3 steps. Trekking equipments are available at Tourist Information Centre, Kalpetta. Rivers: Kabani River, one of the three east flowing rivers of Kerala, is an important tributary of the river Cauvery. Kabani and its tributaries constitute a powerful river system in the landscape of Wayanad. Panamaram rivulet takes its origin from the perennial lake called, 'Pookode Lake. It flows swiftly through mountain gorges and joined by other streams, tumbles down into Panamaram valley. Six kilometers further from Panamaram, this river joins with the Mananthavady rivulet, originating from the lower regions of the peak 'Thondarmudi'. From this confluence onwards, the river is known as Kabani, a mighty, perennial river that after entering Karnataka State, joins with the river Cauvery. The Kabani River and its tributaries, namely, Panamaram River,

Mananthavady River and Thirunelli River, drain almost entire Wayanad. How to reach Nearest airport is Calicut (Kozhikode), which is approx. 80kms away. Nearest railway station is Calicut.

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Waynad is well connected by road.

IX.Kozhikode: Kozhikode the third largest urban agglomeration and the third largest city in kerala. According to data compiled by economics research firm indicusAnalytics on residences, earnings and investments, Kozhikode ranked ass the second best city in India. To reside in. Indicus consider six parameters-Health, Education, Environment, Safety, Public facilities and Entertainment- for preparing their Reside-in index of livability. Tourist Attractions Kozhikode beach: The beauty and serenity of Kozhikode beach is not yet exploited to develop it into a tourist center. Two sea piers almost 125years old extending well inside the sea are a specility.

Beypore: Beypore is famous for its ancient shipbuilding industry. It is one of the important ports of kerala and naturality, an important trading centre.

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Malapuram district is a district of kerala. The district headquarters is at Malapuram.

Places of attraction Nilamber: This is an important halting for tourists on route to ooty, a trading centre in hill products and is well known for its teak plantations, said to the oldest in the world in the world and a well designed teak museum, which traces the history and uses of the wonder wood. Thirunavaya: The ancient and famous temple on the banks of the of the Bharathapuzha dedicated to Lord Shiva was the traditional venue of the ritual of Mamankaman enactment of traditional marital arts by suicide squads.

Ayurveda kottakkal: 13km from Malapuram is the premier centre for the traditional classical Indian medical system of Ayurveda.

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Over a 100 varieties of native bird and over 60 varieties of birds flock here.

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XI.Palakkad: Palakkad is the gateway of kerala due to the presence of Palakkad Gap, in the Western Ghats.The district nick named the granary of kerala. The name is a fusion of two Malayalam words, pala, a tree (alstonia scholars) that is a found abundantly in palakkad, and kadu, which means forest.

Places of attraction: Silent valley: The core of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, it probably is one of the magnificent gifts of nature to mankind. Silent valley is a unique reserve of tropical rain forest in all-pristine glory with an almost unbroken ecological history. Above an altitude of 2000mtr with an area of 90sq.km.It has fair representation of rare spices of Flora and Fauna. Visiting time: -6.00am -6.00pm. Transportation: -A mini bus and jeep.

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Neeliyampathi:-It is a hill station in the Neeliyampathy forests ranges.

Palakad fort: -The British Colonial Fullerton stormed the fort in 1784.Itis also known as Tipus fort.

XII.Thrissur: - (TRICHUR/TRISSUR)

It is situated in the center of kerala. It is known as the cultural capital of kerala. The city is also a major financial and

commercial hub. It is famous for the Thrissur Pooram (festival) and has a large number of well-known temples.

Guruvayur (Pilgrim Centre) Thrissur is a good base for a pilgrim trip to Guruvayur, 32km away. It is Among India's most important pilgrimage centers and is also known as the Dwaraka of the South. The Sree Krishna Swamy Temple, which attracts thousands of pilgrims is said to date prior to the 16th century.

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Tradition has it that Guru -the preceptor of the Devas, and Vayu - created the temple the lord of the Winds. Altitude: - sea level Temperature :-(deg c)Summer Winter max 35 max 32.3 min 22.5 min 20

Rainfall: - 254 cms Best season :-October to march Reach: By air: - The nearest airport cochin-100 kms is connected with Bangalore, Bombay Delhi, Goa, Chennai, and Trivendrum. By rail: -Nearest railhead is trichur 29 kms. By road: -78 kms-cochin, coimbatore-114 kms, trichur-29 kms, kalady-65 kms, palaghatkms. 67 kms, malampuzha-109 kms, and trivendrum-294

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The temple is dedicated to Krishna known here as Guruvayurappan or the Lord of Guruvayur, and the idol is said to have been worshipped by Lord Brahma himself at Dwaraka.

Punnathur Kotta: Near Guruvayur, 2km away, is 'Punnathur Kotta', the place where the temple elephants (numbering over 40) are taken care of. Nowhere else can so many elephants be seen at any one time.

Art Museum: Within the zoo compound is the small Art Museum, which has a good collection of woodcarvings metal sculptures, Kathakali figures, and ancient jeweler. There is also a wonderful collection of traditional Kerala lamps. Cheruthuruthy (Kerala Kalamandalam): North of Thrissur, 29km away near the Shoranur Railway Junction is Cheruthuruthy, home of the renowned repository of the tradition of the Kathakali dance form. It is in this academy that the best of Kerala's Kathakali performers get their rigorous training. The institution also offers training in music, drama, and other dance forms including Mohiniyattam, Koodiyattam and Ottam Thullal.

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Vadakkumnathan Temple: This temple is a classic example of the Kerala style of architecture. The temple contains the sacred shrines of Paramashiva, Parvathy,

Sankaranarayana, Ganapathy, Sri Rama and Sri Krishna. The central shrines and Koothambalam exhibit exquisite vignettes carved in wood. Trissur Pooram: The grandest temple pageantry in kerala is celebrated here in April-may every year.

Zoo: For the animal enthusiasts, Thrissur boasts a zoo, 2km from the town centre. Within the 13.5 acres of the compound live a variety of fauna like the lion tailed macaque, sloth bear, species of birds and deer. The snake park has a reptilian collection of King Cobras, Kraits, Vipers and Rat Snakes.

VIII.ERNAKULAM:-(QUEEN OF ARABIAN SEA)

One of the finest natural harbors on the Arabian Sea coast, Kochi, earlier known, as Cochin has been a port of call for foreign traders from early

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times. Its cosmopolitan character is reflected in the buildings and structures representing different regions of the world. A city of peninsulas and islands, today it is Kerala's commercial hub. Kerala's prime tourist destination, it spreads across islands and promontories in a stunning location between the Arabian Sea and Backwaters. Its main sections: modern Ernakulam in the east and the old districts of Mattancherry and Fort Cochin on a peninsula in the west are linked by a complex system of ferries.

Cochin: Cochin was once the major center of commerce and trade with the British, Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, and Dutch etc. Climate - Ernakulam (K ochi) Mean Max: 32.6 C. 21.4C. Rainfall rainfall (annual): 344 cm Mean Min:

General Information - Ernakulam (Kochi) Area Population Clothing 2997 sq.km 2,251,727. tropical cottons

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Location Main attraction Best time Altitude

North Malabar Area (Kerala) fort st.angelos, arakkal palace. August to March. sea level.

How To Get There - Ernakulam (Kochi) By Rail: Kannur railway station is an important rail head of the Southern Railway and is well linked to major towns up country as well as within the State. By Road: Kannur is accessible by road. Ferries: Ferry service is available for travel between the island towns. Local Transport: Taxis, city buses and auto rickshaws.

Prime attraction of ernakulam. Bolghatty Palace A Scenic island near the city of Ernakulam, Bolghatty is famousforthe Bolghatty Palace built by the Dutch in 1744 AD. Dutch Palace Originally built by the Portuguese in the mid-16th century, the Dutch Palace or Mattancherry Palace is located at Mattancherry. It was

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presented to the Kochi Maharaja in 1555 AD and later taken over by the Dutch who carried out repairs and extended it further. Jewish Synagogue The oldest synagogue in India, the prosperous Jewish community whose links with Kerala began in Kodungalloor in northern Kerala built it in 1586 AD. Aattachamayam The festival of Attachamayam is held on the Atham day of the Malayalam month of Chingam (August/ September), at the historical town of Tripunithura, near Kochi. Cheeyappara Waterfalls The Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls are located between

Neriamangalam and Adimali on the Kochi - Madurai highway. The Cheeyappara Falls cascades down in seven steps. Chottanikkara Temple Chottanikkara temple, located near Ernakulam enshrines Bhagawati - the mother Goddess, one of the most popular deities Cochin Carnival

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Cochin Carnival is a merry making feast observed during the last week of every year in Fort Kochi in Kerala. The carnival dates back to the Portuguese New Year revelry held here during the colonial days. Edapalli Perunal The feast at the ancient Roman Catholic Church of Edapalli Perunnal is situated on the National Highway (NH 47) between Ernakulam and Alluvia. Indira Gandhi Boat Race Indira Gandhi Boat Race is a grand fest on the rolling backwaters of Kochi. Conducted in the last week of December, it is a fitting finale to the Tourism Fair. Jewish Festival The Jews of Kerala are believed to have migrated to this place in the first century following the destruction of the second temple of Jerusalem in 72 AD. Kanjiramattom Festival The festival of 'Kodikuthu' is celebrated on the 14th of January each year, in Kanjiramattom Mosque, 25 kms from Ernakulam.

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Kodungalloor, 50 kms north of Kochi, was the ancient port town of Muziris or Carmagnole. Goddess Bhagavathi is the presiding deity of the ancient temple here. The Bahraini Festival, which falls in the Malayalam month of Meehan (March/ April) attracts the largest congregation of 'Velichappadu' (Oracles), including women from different parts of the State. Malayatoor Perunal The feast or the 'Perunnal' at the famous Catholic Church at Malayatoor is celebrated on the Sunday after Easter, in the months of March/April. Santa Cruz Basilica Church Close to the St. Francis church, it is Roman Catholic Church, which was also built by Portuguese. It has a beautiful collection of paintings and a decorative ceiling, despite having suffered severe damage when the British fought with the Dutch to take control of Kochi. St. Francis Church Built in 1503 by Portuguese Francis an Friars, this is the India's oldest European church. Thalassery Fort Thalaserry fort, located at a distance of 22 kms from Kannur constructed in 1708 AD was the military centre of the British.

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Munnar One of the best hill stations of South India - is situated at a height of 1600 m from Sea Level. Situated at the confluence of three mountain streams, this hill station was once the summer capital of the British Government in South India. Sprawling Tea Plantations, small towns and beautiful houses make this a popular hill station. Munnar is also famous for exotic flora like Neelakurunji, which blooms once in 12 years. Anamudi, the highest peak of south India is situated in this area and is an ideal place for Trekking.

Places to see Mattupetty Is famous for its highly specialized Diary Farm - the Indo-Swiss live stock project. Devikulam This idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air offer a unique experience to visitors. The sita Devi Lake with its mineral waters and picturesque surroundings is a good picnic spot.

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Rajamala 2695 mt. above sea level this place is a natural habitat of the rare species - Niligiri Thar. Top Station This is the highest Point on the Munnar - Kodaikanal route and one gets good view of the nearby towns from this peak. How to reach Nearest airport is Cochin, which is 140 Kms from Munnar. No railhead to Munnar. Roads are well connected.

IX.Painavu Painavu is the headquarters of the Idukki District of Kerala.

Idukki Rugged mountains and forests cover about 97 percent of the total area of the district. The periyar, thodeepuzhayar are the important rivers of the district.

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Periyar (Thekkady) Periyar Tiger Reserve, one of the famous Wildlife Sanctuaries in India, spread across 777 Sq. Kms out of which 360 Sq. Kms is thick forest, is one of the best places for viewing wild elephants. There is a 26 Sq. Km. artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar River. A boat cruise on the lake is a great way to watch the wildlife. Wild animals like the Elephant, Gaur, Sam bar Deer and wild boar, which can be easily seen from close quarters during the serene boat ride. Other Mammals like the Nilgiri Thar, the lion tailed macaque, and the bonnet macaque, the Malabar giant Squirrel, the flying Squirrel, the Tiger, the jungle cat and the sloth bear are seen only once in a while. Around 265 different species of birds like the Hornbill, stork, woodpecker, kingfisher, raptor, cormorant, grackle, darter etc. can also be seen. How to reach The nearest airport is Cochin, which is 192 kms [5 hrs drive] away. Nearest Railhead is Kottayam, which is approx. 120 kms away. Periyar is well connected by road.

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National Park is open from morning 0600 hrs to 1800 hrs daily. Boating is the only way to view the wildlife in Periyar National Park. Boating Timing: From 07:00 hrs to 11:00 hrs

From 14:00 hrs. To 16:00hrs.

Trekking Trekking is another wonderful way to view the wildlife from close quarters. Early morning trekking to the jungles can be arranged. It will be good if you can carry your trekking boots and gear. 4 days trekking into the Periyar jungles with overnight tent camping can also be arranged. Plantation Tours Spices are found in abundance in Periyar. A guided Plantation tour to familiarize you with different spices and plantations like cardamom, pepper, tea, coffee, cloves, ginger, turmeric, nutmeg, cumin seed, garlic etc. is a main attraction of Thekkady.

X.Kottayam: Kottayam situated in south of Cochin is a cultural centre with beautiful old churches. Though a busy commercial city, on its west, it has beautiful

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backwaters and on its eastern parts t is full of greenery. At Vembanad Late in kummarakom tourists can enjoy the beautiful backwater trips. Area: -15.54sq.km Altitude: sea level Temperature: (deg c) Max Max Rainfall: 176 sq Best season: October to march Min Min Summer -35 Deg Summer -32 Deg 22.5 Deg 22 Deg

Places of interest:

Valiya pally, Thazhangadi Mosque and Kumar

Reach: By Air: Nearest Airport is Cochin-76 kms. By Rail: well connected with major cities. By Road: Cochin -76 kms, Kanyakumari -267 kms, Thekkady -114 kms, Trivendrum -180 kms.

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Kumarakom: Kumarakom: 16 kms from Kottayam, Kumarakom is a small backwater town. Kumarakom, situated on the banks of the Vembanad Lake is one the world famous Backwater destinations of Kerala. Fishing, Boating and visits to the countryside make this destination a unique place to look forward to. Kumarakom also has a small bird sanctuary where different species of birds can be seen. A boat cruise along the Vembanad Lake is the best way to experience the serenity of the enchanting backwaters. Luxury hotels situated in this area to make your stay more relaxing and comfortable. How to reach The nearest airport is Cochin, which is 80 kms away and Kottayam, 16 Km away, is the nearest railway head, which is well connected by trains from all major cities in India. It is easily accessible by road also.

11.Alleppey Aleppey (Alappuzha) is a District of immense natural beauty. Known as the Venice of The East, it is famous for backwaters, boat races, houseboat holidays, beaches, marine products and coir products.

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A singular characteristic of this land is the region called Kuttanad. The land of lush paddy fields, Kuttanad is called the rice bowl of Kerala and is the one of the few places in the world where farming is done below the sea level.

How to reach The nearest airport is Cochin, which is 95 Kms away. Aleppey is well connected by rail from all major places in India. Aleppey is well connected by Road also. Places to see Places to see Pathiramanal This Island on the backwaters is a favorite haunt of hundreds of rare migratory birds from different parts of the world. The island lies between Thaneermukkom and Kumarakom, and is accessible only by boat.

R-Block This area is very famous for its backwaters and you can have very beautiful scenes of paddy fields. This is one of the places in the world where farming is done below sea level.

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Aleppey Beach This is one of the most popular picnic spots in Aleppey. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is over 137 years old. There is also an old lighthouse, which is greatly fascinating to visitors.

Krishnapuram Palace Built by Marthanda Varma, it is at Karthikapally in Kayamkulam and is famous for its mural depicting the story of Gajendramoksham. In this 18century museum you can see antique sculptures, paintings and bronzes.

Boat Race Allappuzha is world famous for its Snake Boat Race. Boat Races usually take place at the time of Onam festival. Some of the important boat races are: 1. 2. Nehru Trophy Boat Race (2nd (4th Saturday Onam of August) Day)

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3. Champakulam Moolam Boat Race (July)

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Pathanamthihta is close to the westernghats and is endowed with scenic landscape comprising of low undultinghills, extensive stretches of lush forests, rivers and charming countryside. It is also known for exuberant fairs and festivals. Pathanamthitha district is known as the `Headquarters of Pilgrimage tourism`, of the state.

Sabarimala: Is the `Sacred abode of Lord Ayyappa`and one of the most important Hindu Pilgrimage centre in the Country. The traditional route to Sabarimala is from Rumble (40 km). Other routes are from Vandiperiyar; Uppupara and Chalakkayam Via Plappally.These routes are famous for these scenic splendors and a mythological value Sabbatical.

XIII.Kollam: Kollam, located 71km to the north of Trivendrum is another coastal District of kerala. Is one of the oldest ports on the Malabar Coast.

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Once kollam was the port of International spices trade. Ashtamudi Lake, which covers one third of this place makes it gateway to the magnificent backwater of kerala. Kollam is an area, which is well known for the cashew plantation and cashew processing units. It is the main centre of trading of this cash crop. It is also an important hub for the states marine products industry, with neendakara being center trawlers and Ice plants. Kollam

was built by the Syrian Merchant; Sapir I so, in the 9th Century A.D.Kollam is important commercial, industrial and trading centre. It is also the headquarters of the Kerala state cashew development corporation. PLACES OF INTEREST:-

Thangassery Thangassery is a place of historical importance situated 5 kms. Away from Kollam town. The churches here are pretty old, having been established in the 18th century. The chief attraction of the place is the lighthouse, built in 1902. The 144 ft. Lighthouse stands as a sentinel, warning seamen of the treacherous reefs of Thangassery. The

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enclave of the Portuguese, Dutch and British in succession. The remnants of the Portuguese and Dutch forts still exits.

Amrithapuri Amritapuri located at 110 kms from capital of Kerala. Amritapuri is the realization of the ancient Indian ideal "the whole world is one family" (vasudhaiva kutumbakam). By bus or train: Kayamkulam (12 km north of Amritapuri) and Karunagappally (10 km south) are the major cities to reach. By air and taxi: The two closest airports are in Trivandrum (110 km south of Amritapuri) and in Cochin (140 km north).

Palaruvi water falls The famous waterfall in Kollam District is situated at Palaruvi near Aryankavu, Kollam - Sencottah NH 208. Season to visit the places is from June to January.

Sasthamco Sasthamcottah is an attractive village situated about 19 kms. From Kollam Town. It is a beauty spot, a health resort and a centre of pilgrimage. The extensive freshwater lake here is said to be the biggest of its kind in Kerala. Water supply to the Kollam town is met by

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purifying the water from this lake. Buses are frequently operated to Sasthamcottah, which can truly be called as Queen of Lakes.

Thenmala Thenmala is the meeting point of Kollam-Shencottah road and Trivandrum-Shencottah road, surrounded by dense forest, 66 kms east of Kollam. There are a large number of rubber and tea plantations in Thenmala. Timbers of all varieties are exported from here to all parts of the country. Thenmala Dam site is open for tourists. Eco tourists center is situated at Thenmala. All buses passing through Kollam-Shencottah road stop at Tenmala. There is also a Railway Station here 14.Trivendum Trivandrum, the State Capital of Kerala is famous for its historical temples, museum and a long shoreline, with internationally renowned beaches, backwater stretches, and a rich cultural heritage.

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Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is a blend of the Kerala and Dravidian styles of sculpture and architecture. The temple pond and the traditional Kerala style buildings surrounding the temple are the other interesting attractions.

Shree Chitra Art Gallery This art gallery display select paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, Svetlova and Nicholas Roe rich and exquisite works from the Rajput, Mughal and Tanjore schools of art in India. The collection also includes paintings from China, Japan, Tibet and Bali.

(Open 1000- 1700 hrs daily except on Mondays and Wednesday forenoons.)

The Zoological Park One of the first Zoos in India, it is located in a wellplanned botanical garden. With huge trees like frangipani and jacaranda dotting the sprawling lawns and wild fowl swimming in the lake, it is like a small jungle in the heart of the city. It houses some of the rare wildlife. (Open 1000 - 1700 hrs - closed on Mondays)

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The Indo-Saracenic structure dating back to the 19 century boasts of a "natural " air conditioning system, houses a rare collection of archaeological and historical artifacts, bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot and ivory carvings.

(Open 1000-1700 hrs daily except on Mondays and Wednesday forenoons.)

Shanghumukham Beach Adjacent to Trivandrum airport this beach is a favorite haunt of sunset watchers. Daytime you can see fishermen trying to pull out long fishing nets from the sea. The other attraction of this area is the 35-m long sculpture of mermaid and a restaurant shaped like a starfish.

Veli Tourist Village This is the point where the Veli Lake meets the Arabian Sea. Speedboats and Pedal boats are available here to explore the charm of the lagoon in leisurely manner.

(Open 1000 hrs to 1700 hrs.) The kanakakunnu palace This palace in the heart of Trivandrum city is one of the most beautiful buildings. The palace and its sprawling grounds are today

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the venue for many cultural meets. The museum buildings are an architectural splendour. The Napier museum the natural history museum. The science and Technology museum, the government secretariat, the kowdiar palace, the senate house, are some of the other tourist attractions in the city. Ponmudi: The salubrious hill station of ponmudi is ate distance of 61km from trivendrum. The enchanting bounty of nature can be witnessed here in the quit surroundings. The hill ranges, tea-estates and the mist-covered valleys, pepperd with little toy-like stone cottages pointed a pretty violet, pink, or white with appointed and peaked roofs. Altitude :-over 100m above sea level on the Western Ghats. Prime attractions of ponmudi: Aaranmula boat race: The Aaranmula boat race is staged each year in the scenic village of Aaranmula in August /September. This river carnival is part of the Aaranmula temple festival. Masses the shores of the pamba to watch an impressing cluster of snake boats called (Palliyodams).

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Varkala, 50 km from Trivandrum, is one of the famous and upcoming beaches in South India. Varkala is famous for its quiet secluded stretch of sand. The Papanasam beach in Varkala is known for its mineral springs and rocky cliffs. The 2000-year-old Sree Janardhana Swamy temple and the Nature care centre are the two main attractions here. Varkala is also an important Hindu center of pilgrimage. The final resting-place of the great social reformer, Sree Narayana Guru, is near Varkala, atop a hill called Sivagiri.

How to Reach The nearest airport is Trivandrum, which is 50 Kms from Varkala. Quilon is the nearest major railway head. Varkala also has rail connection but not all trains stop here. Varkala is easily connected by road.

Kovalam: Kovalam one of the most beautiful and famous beaches in South India, is the best place for relaxation. It has three different beaches of which the Lighthouse beach is the most famous beach. Ayurvedic treatment especially during monsoon is another attraction of Kovalam. How to reach

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The nearest airport is Trivandrum, which is 16 Kms from Kovalam. The nearest railway station is Trivandrum. Kovalam is easily accessible by road. Excursions from Kovalam Kanykumari and Trivandrum

Padmanabhapuram Palace Enroot to Kanyakumari 40 Kms away is the majestic old palace famous for its 17th and 18th century murals, carved mahogany ceiling, colored mica windows, secret underground passages, inner courtyards, durbar hall, museum, four poster medicinal bed, Begian mirrors, Granite dance halls and special lac shiny floors made of a unique combination of egg white, jaggery, lime, burnt coconut, charcoals and river sand. The palace is built in the traditional Travancore architectural style. Suchindram Temple Enrooted to Kanyakumari, it is another famous attraction - The Sthanumalaya temple that is a popular pilgrim centre. The temple also houses an emporium of art treasures from various periods in history.

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The southern most tip of India, kanyakumari is the point where the three mighty water bodies, The Arabian Sea, The Bay of Bengal and The Indian Ocean converge. The famous Vivekananda Rock memorial amidst the turbent sea is a major attraction, kanyakumari is famous for its spectacular sunrise and sunset views and `The Devi Temple`.

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KERALA DISTANCE MAP - Road distance between cities

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Shopping in Kerala: Kerala has a whole range of products, which can be considered to be the specialty products of Kerala. These are led by the handlooms of Kerala, which have been made famous the entire world by the Kasavu materials. A must-buy if you are planning a trip of shopping in Kerala, these saris are the perfect combinations of simplicity and elegance and are recognized by their golden borders, which are made by dipping the material in a 22 karat gold solution.

Bamboo Mat Paintings Human and religious figures, animals, birds, and beautiful landscapes most commonly inspire these paintings. The paintings are then framed with bamboo reed.

Coconut Shell Craft Flower vases, snuffboxes, nut bowls, spoons and sugar basins are some common end products. The district of Calicut is a major centre of this craft.

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Doormats, carpets, floor rugs, crush proof pile carpets, and flowered Mourzouks are some of the products made from coir. Alleppey, Kollam and Calicut are the biggest producers of coir products.

Horn Carving This is an ancient craft perfected by artisans mostly belonging to the Viswakarma community. Thiruvananthapuram is the centre of this art. Flowers, birds, combs, lamps etc are the usual products carved out of horn.

Metal Inlaid Wood Craft The end products of this intricate craft are figures of dancing ladies, peacocks, Kathakali heads, key stands, butterflies etc. Rosewood and White wood pieces are cut and shaped into the desired design, pasted on a plywood base and polished. Brass pieces are then fixed to make the final product. Ernakulum district is where this craft is practiced the most.

Metal Work Bell metal, an alloy of brass, tin and copper, is one of the materials used in this craft. This is also an ancient art. Temple bells, lamps, different types of cooking vessels such as the majestic "varpu", tumblers for

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drinking etc. are some products made from bell metal. Bell metal work is done mainly in Thiruvananthapuram, Irinjalakuda and Kasargod.

Screw Pine Products Another ancient craft in this long list is screw pine mat weaving. This is practiced mainly in certain villages of Kollam, Alappuzha, and Kottayam districts. Screw pine leaves are woven into mats, hand embroidered, and made into household linen, straw hats, and bags. Wood Carving Kerala is famous for its woodcarving. The best places to see the impressive wood carving styles are temples, palaces, and ancient houses. A very intricate art, woodcarving requires a high degree of craftsmanship. Rosewood, Sandalwood, Cedar and Teak are the usual varieties of wood used in this craft. Life size mythological and religious figures stylized with gestures and postures are frequently carved out of wood. Intricately carved elephants, paperweights, lampshades, decorative furniture and jeweler boxes are the more common products these days. Kerala's Sandalwood and Rosewood carvings are distinctly different from those produced in other states.

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Other Crafts Making products out of Peppier Mache is another popular craft of Kerala. Masks of dancers, especially Kathakali dancers, are the most commonly made product. Other natural materials used for various crafts are floor mats woven out of banana fiber, collages on black silk made from rice straw and mats made out of Cora grass.

Shopping in Alleppey Alleppey is widely known for its good quality coir products and carpets. Alleppey is also famous for the pepper, coconut oil, areca nut, cardamom, and sugar available here.

Shopping in Varkala Coconut shell items, other distinctive items that are sole in the shops in Varkala include numerous horn carved products, which are very popular owing to the exquisite carvings. Typical beach products, locally made of shells and oysters, are also much sought after by the tourists.

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The various shopping centers in Kochi display and sell a range of items like metal ware, camel-bone carvings, woodcarvings, articles made of coconut shells, bamboo cane, embroidered screw pine mats, grass mats, and other types of handicrafts. You will also find several antique articles while shopping in Kochi. Jewelry, readymade garments, and ethnic hand-woven textiles are also among the best buys in Kochi on your tour to Kerala.

Shopping in Kozhikode Kozhikode is also popular for local handicraft products like rosewood and buffalo horn carvings, coir products and miniature snake boats. Kozhikode is famous for being home to Calico - a soft

printed cotton variety, available by the roll on SM Road. The traditional boats of Kerala are sold at Beypore, which lies at about half an hour's journey from Kozhikode. Shopping in Munnar in Kerala Munnar in Kerala is famous for its acres of tea and coffee plantations.The region of exotic spices, Munnar is also famous for its spices

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There are also a few shops near Matupetty Dam which also sells wooden decorative items.

Shopping in Thekkedy Packs of banana chips, freshly fried in coconut oil, are also good buys while shopping in Thekkady. Kumily, lying at about 4 km from Thekkady, is renowned as a major shopping centre and spice trade centre. Apart from a wide variety of spices and handicrafts. Here, T-shirts that bears exclusive Periyar Tiger Reserve motifs of tigers and elephants. These will serve as excellent souvenirs for leisurely shopping in Thekkady.

Shopping in Thrissur in Kerala Silk saris and jeweler attracts most of the tourists to the shops of Thrissur. From coconut shell crafts to horn carvings and brass crafts everything is found in Thrissur. These handicrafts are an age-old art of Kerala and have been continuing for ages. Shopping in Kerala is an exciting event for all you who love to collect small items of objects d' art and little handmade products. So if you are planning a Kerala Tour then do not forget to do some shopping in Kerala.

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4.Travel tips: The people are friendly and cheerful and memories of your sojourn into this part of the Indian subcontinent will leave you with a warm smile forever. However, it is advisable to follow a few basic etiquettes and guidelines to make your tour to Kerala a pleasant and memorable experience. Here are some Kerala Travel Tips put together by the Maps Of India team.

Kerala Travel Tips For International Tourists: International Tourists are required to carry their original Passport and Visa on their vacation to Kerala. However, it is advisable to make many copies of these and other important documents and keep them separate from the originals. Also do carry some ID document on you at all times. You may need to make an oral declaration of your baggage as you disembark in one of the airports of Kerala. Although there is no limit to the amount of foreign currency you bring in, you may require to fill up a Currency Declaration Form if the value of foreign currency you bring in is more than US$ 10000 or its equivalent. Instead of bringing in physical cash it makes sense to bring in Travelers Checks and Credit Cards.

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A Visa to Kerala, India could be valid from anywhere between 15 days to 6 months. If you require an extension on the Visa, please do apply well in advance to- Foreigners Registration Office Office of the Commissioner of Police, Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum). Ph: 0471-2320555. International tourists originating or traveling through Yellow Fever endemic countries should carry a Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate to conform to the existing International Health Regulations. Use of cash can be avoided as most hotels and accommodations accept major credit cards such as Amax, Masters, Diners and Visa. Change your foreign currency into INR (Indian Rupees) only through authorized foreign currency exchange agents. Most established hotels either have such a forex desk or can arrange for the same. Women are advised to wear decent clothing. Low necklines and swimwear are best avoided even on a beach. Nudity is a legal offence; hence do not go topless on the beaches. It is also advisable to abstain from abusive language and intimate gestures such as hugging and kissing in public. Use of drugs and narcotics too is a heavily punishable offence in Kerala. Kerala Travel Tips-General Tips: The weather conditions in Kerala are tropical. Summers are hot and winters are pleasant. Thus it makes sense to carry loose fitting

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cottons clothes, straw hats, sunglasses and sun block lotions. If you are contemplating a visit to the mountainous destinations you may require a light blanket and a light sweater. Travel light. Most of your requirements are available at the local markets. However if you require equipments and sports gear for your expeditions and adventure sports, you may do well to carry them. A variety of cuisine is available in Kerala. Do pamper your gastronomic juices by indulging in the scrumptious Kerala delicacies but take care not to eat from the unhygienic roadside stalls. It is advisable to drink only the packaged drinking water or mineral water. It helps to remember that most temples do not allow foreign tourists and non-Hindus to enter. Even Hindu men are allowed into the sanctum of many only if they go bare-chested and don a dhoti and not trousers. Women are expected to wear a saris and surprisingly while a trouser or even the ethnic Indian Sal war Kames clad women may be restricted, a skirt-donned lady will be allowed to pass. Do remember to remove your footwear as you enter the temples or a Malayali household. Photography is restricted in many temples, museum and wildlife sanctuaries. Do obtain permissions or special tickets for using the camera where necessary. Some wildlife sanctuaries require permits even to enter.

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For more information do contact The Chief Conservator of Forests, Thiruvananthapuram 695014 Ph: + 91-471-2322217 It is advisable to carry a list of emergency numbers such as printouts of the list provided in Maps Of India, Kerala Telephone Directory. However if such a listing is not available on hand, the police are contactable by dialing 100 and the fire & rescue team and ambulance services respond to 101. Most high-class hotels and resorts provide a 24-hour doctor on call service and house pharmacies. However tourists are advised to carry a kit of emergency and essential medications. Keralas allure is wide spread and the number of tourists visiting this natural paradise is ever increasing. Hence it is advisable to book your tickets and make reservations well in advance and also take care to book only through authorized travel agents. Do go in for Ayurvedic treatment only at authorized resorts and holistic treatment centers Tourist Guide and Kerala Travel Tips: The banks of Kerala, like the rest of India operate between 10 am and 2 pm, Monday to Friday except on public holidays.

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To get the best deals from curio shopping by bargaining. Take a local guide along, as he is capable of getting you coveted souvenirs at throwaway prices. The best season to visit this sylvan state is from November to March. Not only is the climate pleasant and windy, this is also the festival season and brings out the best performing and ritual arts performances. However most Ayurvedic resorts hold their rejuvenating programs from March to September. Do remember to save the bills, vouchers tickets and vouchers amassed on your Kerala tour. Not only may these be required for customs clearance while leaving the country but these may also be made into a scrapbook or a travelogue to remind you of the heady days spent in this wild terrain. The above are general consideration to be taken into account on your tour to Kerala. However it is important to develop a humane relation with the inhabitants of the region because those will be the best-treasured reward of your trip to this tourist friendly state. Do put forth your suggestions for improvement without criticism in the suggestion books available at most tourist attractions and above all do show appreciation where it is due. A kind word or a pat on the back of a helpful guide goes a long way to make your trip rosy.

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5.Itinary Duration: 09 Nights / 10 Days Destinations Covered: Cochin - Munnar - Thekkady - Kumarakom Alleppey - Kovalam - Trivandrum - Cochin

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On arrival at Cochin airport, our representative would receive you and transfer to the hotel. Now, check into the hotel and get ready to explore Cochin. a few popular attractions of Cochin are the Santa Cruz Basilica, The Dutch palace at Mattancherry and St. Francis' Church. Day 02 Cochin Munnar

Next morning, drive towards Munnar. On arrival, check into the hotel and relax. Stay overnight at hotel. Day 03 Munnar

After having the breakfast, get ready for popular tourist spots of Munnar. They are Anaimudi, The Christ Church, the Nilgiritahr, The Evarikulam National Park and Madupetty Dam. Day 04 Munnar Thekkady (Periyar)

Next morning, start driving towards Periyar. Upon arrival, check into the

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hotel and take rest. On evening, enjoy boat riding at Periyar Lake. There are also a few tribal villages to explore. Day 05 Thekkady Kumarakom

Next morning, start driving towards Kumarakom and check into the popular backwater resort. One of the major attractions of Kumarakom is the backwater. Day 06 Kumarakom

After having breakfast, get ready to explore Kumarakom. One of its popular tourist attractions is the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. You may also indulge in windsailing & water skiing. Day 07 Kumarakom Alleppey

Next morning, start heading towards Kottayam. After arriving at Kottayam, board the beautifully decorated houseboats to Alleppey. After overnight backwater cruising, you will arrive on next morning at Alleppey. Day 08 Alleppey Kovalam

Now, start driving towards Kovalam. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and indulge in interesting activities, such as kayaking, swimming, surfing and skiing. You may also enjoy the herbal or body toning massage. Day 09 Kovalam

Next morning, stroll down the beautiful beaches of Kovalam followed by

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Explore the beautiful city of Trivandrum having great tourist attractions, such as Padmanabhaswami temple. Now, get ready for departure. Your Kerala tour Itinerary comes to end.

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CHAPTER -6

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SUMMARYSummary analysis is of a living encyclopedia. It helps in Analysis Companys position and its future development prospects. It is consider as one of the most important tool for the company. SWOT analysis comprises. 1. Strength 2. Weaknesses 3. Opportunities STRENGTHS: 1. The main strength of the company is their personnels. It has

trained and experienced staffs Mr. Anil Kumar - Manager and Mr. Ramanaiah. Travel Manager both are the backbone of the company. 2. The strategies and policies of the company are the very dynamics. Their planning marking and sales promotion activities were result oriented. The strategy of getting feedback from the customers, help them to analyze their present status of services and forecasting for their forth coming strategies and policies. 3. The infrastructure of the company is really appreciating. Their modern technologies, online reservation system, well equipped modern vehicles; companys location, office setup and other super structure make them in the front lane in travel and tourism industries.

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WEAKNESSES: 1. No. Of staffs in the organization are very less. One person has to look after other departments. 2. The company has no overseas offices in other parts of countries. They have to negotiate with other travel agencies. At the destination. 3. The company has lack of small vehicles. In the time of peak season they hired the vehicles with other travel agencies. 4. They do not handle international inbound tours. 5. They do not offer sea & beach tourism. 6. They do not maintain Telugu tourist guides in coaches.

OPPORTUNITIES: 1. If the company increase the number of the staff and appoint experience and professional can get the maximum output. 2. If the company will wide the range of the network y establishing their branches in other part of India and abroad, can command on global market. 3. If the company offers sectionals tour packages and handle international in bound tours can earn the maximum foreign exchange.

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CONCLUSIONTravel agencies and the growth of the tourism: in a country like India, The travel agent is not selling the tour packages, air tickets,