Solo backpacking in Kerela for a 24yr euro

chrism · Jul 9th, 2008, 18:11

ok just a bit of background info.

ive travelled to india before as part of a round the world trip but only went go Goa as at the time as it had all i needed. Didnt make it to kerala but heard many great things about the place.

I fly again to mumbai end of august and was wondering:

what airliner to fly from mumbai - kerela

wheres a good start off point to meet some people, because if im being honest im scared s*hitless about going on my own this time.

i want to eventually end up in delhi over the space of 2 months. any ideas? I havent done much research i just booked my second round world trip on impulse (im 24)

thanks all!

vandy · Jul 9th, 2008, 19:21

Good Day chrism,

Having been to India is a Bonus,I travel on my own to Sth India
and have had no Problems. My Favourite place is Kerala and will
be there in Mid October for a couple of weeks or so.

There are many airlines you can take,I suggest Kingfisher,Decan,
Indian Airlines,Jet Airways, just to name a few.

Head for Cochin(Kochi) First,There's some good places to stay in Fort Cochin(see Hotels section,top of page)I usually stay in
Homestays,cheaper,better service and usually good homecooked meals

With the time you have, you should be able to have a good look around Kerala and if you want head North into Tamil Nadu,see
Madurai and up to Chennai and fly to Delhi.

Get yourself a Sth India Lonely Planet Guide Book, or Similar.
They can be pretty usefull at times.

All the best

vandy

chrism · Jul 9th, 2008, 20:09

cool, i especially like the part about homestays. im not to familiar with this though. does this involve like staying within part of a indian family or something? how much is this? Being on my own i dont want to book out to many twin rooms etc, which was pretty much the only option last time i went.

any particular place you recommend in kochi?

calvin6 · Jul 10th, 2008, 02:53

haha i'm waiting intently for replies on this thread as i am also planning a trip to kerala and wondering where to stay. i've also had a problem with booking twin beds in the past and would like to avoid it at all costs if possible. =)

vandy · Jul 10th, 2008, 06:31

does this involve like staying within part of a indian family or something? how much is this?

any particular place you recommend in kochi?
[/quote]

Good day, Not all Homestays have the whole Family
staying there,Sometimes the owners have their own
Accom nearby or stay in backrooms,depends on the size of the premises.

Have you had a look in Hotels Section Yet ?

In Fort Cochin,Beenas has good Review and reasonable Price.Prices for homestays vary,just like Hotels,some are basic,some Luxury,some include
meals in their price,some offer Breakfast in price

Have a look at site www.kerala.com

Also try www.kdtc.com
(kerala district tourism corporation)they MAY be
able to advise where you can obtain a List of
Homestays in Kerala.

vandy

Brisso · Jul 10th, 2008, 08:53

Kerala is by far the easiest location for a backpacker - less poor and intense than the north - very few homeless (I have not seen people sleeping on the streets in Kerala)- few touts and generally more affluent and environmentally blessed.

Nothing to worry about - you will meet other travellers immediately.

chrism · Jul 10th, 2008, 23:28

vandy thankyou for your information you are very helpful. I am very intrested in the place Beenas like you suggest. is there a web site or a email so i can contact them? i watched a video posted on utube and it seemed ideal

i dont really want a fancy twin room though, i could litrally sleep on a matress it doesnt bother me. im travelling for 9 months on 6k£ so the cheaper the better.

2cents · Jul 11th, 2008, 00:02

chrism, the website - http://www.fort-kochi.com - provides quite a comprehensive listing of places to stay, including homestays in Fort Kochi(the historical quarters of Kochi city which is also the tourist hub). As you are looking for something on the cheaper side along with a chance to hook up with other travellers, Fort Kochi would be the ideal location.

vandy · Jul 11th, 2008, 06:24

Good Day chrism,

Just looked at Hotels section and noticed Beenas
has no Web site or E- Mail Address.

You may be able to get some contact details from
IM member Chinadolly who posted the Review,Send her a PM and see how you go.

Thats a Terrific link provided by 2cents,thanks
2cents,great amount of info,I have Heard good
Reviews about the following listed on that site.

Raintree - Fort House - Spencer Home - Vintage Inn
I had a look at Fort House when in the area and
liked what I saw,Good location,reasonable rooms,
big central courtyard with the Biggest Mango Tree
I have ever seen,Restaraunt not too bad.

I have also seen warnings about the food at the
Elite Hotel,number of people have fallen sick after eating there.

I'll have a look at another Travel Site where I first saw a very good review about Beenas and see
if there are any contact details.

Rgds - vandy

2cents · Jul 13th, 2008, 01:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by vandy

Thats a Terrific link provided by 2cents,thanks
2cents,great amount of info

Doris and her husband,the couple who is behind the site, certainly has put in a lot of work collating the information and presenting it in a very accessible manner. All kudos to them.

vandy · Jul 14th, 2008, 18:37

Good Day chrism,

Email address for beena homestay is as Follows.

Their price (800rps) includes all meals.

beenahomestay@yahoo.co.in

rgds

vandy

chrism · Jul 25th, 2008, 19:38

hey guys thanks for the advice. sorry for not replying sooner i have been in prague (where my visa card got stolen and 307£ got swiped from my account!).

The plane option sounds attractive, but then again am i missing out and taking the easy option by flying there?... its only 32 hrs on the train *cough*!

800rps sounds reasonable... ill certainly look into it!

only 4 weeks away now and to be fair im bricking it!

Brisso · Jul 28th, 2008, 04:27

Chris

Don't be a puss - no need for bricking, you'll find its a huge laugh. I thought you had been to India before?

chrism · Jul 29th, 2008, 23:54

goa is hardly real india though is it - reminded me more of ibiza that the pics ive seen once you leave the state!

vandy · Jul 30th, 2008, 05:52

I usually only reccomend Goa for Travellers exiting India from Mumbai and need a few days to relax on the beach and recharge the batteries before heading to wherever or maybe to travellers
who are heading south after arriving in Mumbai and
would like to experience Goa for a few days before
travelling further south.

Personally I found strolling along the beach in
Allepey just as enjoyable,and certainly a lot more
Peacefull.

Rgds

vandy

Jul 9th, 2008, 18:11	#1
chrism Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: England, Oxford Posts: 10	Solo backpacking in Kerela for a 24yr euro ok just a bit of background info. ive travelled to india before as part of a round the world trip but only went go Goa as at the time as it had all i needed. Didnt make it to kerala but heard many great things about the place. I fly again to mumbai end of august and was wondering: what airliner to fly from mumbai - kerela wheres a good start off point to meet some people, because if im being honest im scared s*hitless about going on my own this time. i want to eventually end up in delhi over the space of 2 months. any ideas? I havent done much research i just booked my second round world trip on impulse (im 24) thanks all!

Jul 14th, 2008, 18:37	#11
vandy Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: perth-australia Posts: 590	Beena's Homestay Good Day chrism, Email address for beena homestay is as Follows. Their price (800rps) includes all meals. beenahomestay@yahoo.co.in rgds vandy

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Jul 9th, 2008, 19:21	#2
vandy Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: perth-australia Posts: 590	Good Day chrism, Having been to India is a Bonus,I travel on my own to Sth India and have had no Problems. My Favourite place is Kerala and will be there in Mid October for a couple of weeks or so. There are many airlines you can take,I suggest Kingfisher,Decan, Indian Airlines,Jet Airways, just to name a few. Head for Cochin(Kochi) First,There's some good places to stay in Fort Cochin(see Hotels section,top of page)I usually stay in Homestays,cheaper,better service and usually good homecooked meals With the time you have, you should be able to have a good look around Kerala and if you want head North into Tamil Nadu,see Madurai and up to Chennai and fly to Delhi. Get yourself a Sth India Lonely Planet Guide Book, or Similar. They can be pretty usefull at times. All the best vandy

Jul 9th, 2008, 20:09	#3
chrism Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: England, Oxford Posts: 10	cool, i especially like the part about homestays. im not to familiar with this though. does this involve like staying within part of a indian family or something? how much is this? Being on my own i dont want to book out to many twin rooms etc, which was pretty much the only option last time i went. any particular place you recommend in kochi?

Jul 10th, 2008, 02:53	#4
calvin6 Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: hyderabad Posts: 4	haha i'm waiting intently for replies on this thread as i am also planning a trip to kerala and wondering where to stay. i've also had a problem with booking twin beds in the past and would like to avoid it at all costs if possible. =)

Jul 10th, 2008, 06:31	#5
vandy Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: perth-australia Posts: 590	does this involve like staying within part of a indian family or something? how much is this? any particular place you recommend in kochi? [/quote] Good day, Not all Homestays have the whole Family staying there,Sometimes the owners have their own Accom nearby or stay in backrooms,depends on the size of the premises. Have you had a look in Hotels Section Yet ? In Fort Cochin,Beenas has good Review and reasonable Price.Prices for homestays vary,just like Hotels,some are basic,some Luxury,some include meals in their price,some offer Breakfast in price Have a look at site www.kerala.com Also try www.kdtc.com (kerala district tourism corporation)they MAY be able to advise where you can obtain a List of Homestays in Kerala. vandy

Jul 10th, 2008, 08:53	#6
Brisso Specialist muddler Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Brisbane Posts: 466	Kerala is by far the easiest location for a backpacker - less poor and intense than the north - very few homeless (I have not seen people sleeping on the streets in Kerala)- few touts and generally more affluent and environmentally blessed. Nothing to worry about - you will meet other travellers immediately.

Jul 10th, 2008, 23:28	#7
chrism Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: England, Oxford Posts: 10	vandy thankyou for your information you are very helpful. I am very intrested in the place Beenas like you suggest. is there a web site or a email so i can contact them? i watched a video posted on utube and it seemed ideal i dont really want a fancy twin room though, i could litrally sleep on a matress it doesnt bother me. im travelling for 9 months on 6k£ so the cheaper the better.

Jul 11th, 2008, 00:02	#8
2cents Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Kerala Posts: 338	chrism, the website - http://www.fort-kochi.com - provides quite a comprehensive listing of places to stay, including homestays in Fort Kochi(the historical quarters of Kochi city which is also the tourist hub). As you are looking for something on the cheaper side along with a chance to hook up with other travellers, Fort Kochi would be the ideal location.

Jul 11th, 2008, 06:24	#9
vandy Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: perth-australia Posts: 590	Good Day chrism, Just looked at Hotels section and noticed Beenas has no Web site or E- Mail Address. You may be able to get some contact details from IM member Chinadolly who posted the Review,Send her a PM and see how you go. Thats a Terrific link provided by 2cents,thanks 2cents,great amount of info,I have Heard good Reviews about the following listed on that site. Raintree - Fort House - Spencer Home - Vintage Inn I had a look at Fort House when in the area and liked what I saw,Good location,reasonable rooms, big central courtyard with the Biggest Mango Tree I have ever seen,Restaraunt not too bad. I have also seen warnings about the food at the Elite Hotel,number of people have fallen sick after eating there. I'll have a look at another Travel Site where I first saw a very good review about Beenas and see if there are any contact details. Rgds - vandy

Jul 25th, 2008, 19:38	#12
chrism Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: England, Oxford Posts: 10	hey guys thanks for the advice. sorry for not replying sooner i have been in prague (where my visa card got stolen and 307£ got swiped from my account!). The plane option sounds attractive, but then again am i missing out and taking the easy option by flying there?... its only 32 hrs on the train cough! 800rps sounds reasonable... ill certainly look into it! only 4 weeks away now and to be fair im bricking it!

Jul 28th, 2008, 04:27	#13
Brisso Specialist muddler Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Brisbane Posts: 466	Chris Don't be a puss - no need for bricking, you'll find its a huge laugh. I thought you had been to India before?

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Jul 29th, 2008, 23:54	#14
chrism Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: England, Oxford Posts: 10	goa is hardly real india though is it - reminded me more of ibiza that the pics ive seen once you leave the state!

Jul 30th, 2008, 05:52	#15
vandy Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: perth-australia Posts: 590	I usually only reccomend Goa for Travellers exiting India from Mumbai and need a few days to relax on the beach and recharge the batteries before heading to wherever or maybe to travellers who are heading south after arriving in Mumbai and would like to experience Goa for a few days before travelling further south. Personally I found strolling along the beach in Allepey just as enjoyable,and certainly a lot more Peacefull. Rgds vandy