The girls are enjoying hiking to the village of Muntigunung situated high in the mountains and on the slopes of the holy Gunung Agung.. The hike began with a stunning sunrise over the lakeside village of Songan. From Songan we trekked through wild vegetation to the villages nestled along the hillside. Accompanied by an experienced local guide and villagers, we [….]
Read MoreAfter an exciting 4-1/2 drive caught amongst the chaotic traffic and it’s drivers we have arrived at the Arabian Sea, and our accommodation for the next 2 nights at Somatheeram Ayurveda Spa Resort. Somatheeram is located on a hillock 9klms south of the famous Kovalam Beach with over 15 acres of greenery all round. This first Ayurveda Resort in the [….]
Read MoreToday we travelled to Alleppey where we boarded our traditional houseboat to begin our journey through the picturesque backwaters and small lakes relaxing in the tranquility of Kerala’s beautiful scenery. On our journey we came across many boats, canoes, where we observed the traditional daily life of the local people. Known locally as the backwater highway, life on the backwater [….]
Read MoreYesterday we left Kochi for our 5 hour drive to Thekkady. Thankfully as it is Easter and the beginning of school holidays there was not a lot of traffic on the road, nevertheless the cars, buses, trucks and motorbikes overtaking each other on the bends of the narrow road took your breath away. Not to mention the overturned semi trailer. [….]
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