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Monday, December 14, 2009

Louise Cruise


Luxury cruise launched in Cochin on  1st December 2009. Inaugurated by Hon. Union Minister -Tourism at 2.30pm on Cochin Port Trust .

Louis Cruises India, a subsidiary of the Louis Cruises, the world’s fifth largest cruise operator has launched its operations in India with Kochi as its homeport. Louis Cruises is the cruise arm of Louis Group, a leading European tourism organization based in the Mediterranean with a 74-year-old history. The group has 20 luxury hotels in Greece and Cyprus and a fleet of 12 cruise ships.

The launch of Louis Cruises India forms part of Louis Cruise’s strategy to further expand its international operations by entering and developing new markets. With cruising being a fairly new form of holidaying in the Indian market, Louis Cruises India aims to further introduce the benefits and beauties of cruising in comfort and style to some of the region’s most enticing destinations and at an excellent value for money.

Louis Cruises India will operate three-day and one-day cruises out of Kochi from December 2009 to May 2010 on board the MV Aquamarine. This luxury cruise ship has a carrying capacity of 1,200 passengers and comes with all the comforts and amenities to cater for the needs and hospitality of her Indian passengers. MV Aquamarine will offer itineraries on the Kochi - Maldives - Kochi route and the Kochi - Colombo - Kochi route, in addition to a one-night high sea sailing itinerary. 
 

Cruises from India


1N Cruise to Nowhere (Saturday Departure)

Day
Port
Arrival
Departure
Sailing Dates
Sat
Cochin
-
2000
Dec 2009 05,12,19,26
Sun
At Sea
-
-
Jan  2010 02,09,16,23,30
Sun
Cochin
1300
-
Feb 2010 06,13,20,27

Mar 2010 06,13,20


3N Maldives ( Wednesday Departure)
Day
Port
Arrival
Departure
Sailing Dates
Wed
Cochin
-
1730
Dec 2009 02,09,16,23,30
Thu
Maldives
1700
-
Jan  2010 06,13,20,27
Fri
Maldives
-
1500
Feb 2010 03,10,17,24
Sat
Cochin 1500 Mar 2010 03,10,17



Cabin
Type of Room
Category
Nos
Occupancy
Cost Per
Adult
Per Day in INR*
Bahia
Inside Std Room
IA + IB
35
2/3
6,500
Adria
Inside Superior Room
IC
80
2/3/4
7,000
Marina
Inside Premium Room
ID
59
7,500
Promenade
Inside Premium stateroom
ID
12
8,500
Bahia
Outside Standard Stateroom
XA
62
9,000
Adria
Outside Superior Stateroom
XB
116
9,500
Marina
Outside Premium Stateroom
XC
43
10,500
Promenade
Outside Dlx Stateroom
XEO
5
2
10,500
Outside Dlx Stateroom
XE
18
2
11,500
Outside Dlx Stateroom
XF
14
2 12,500
*Taxes Extra per person: INR 700.00

Holiday Surcharge applicable per person:
Christmas Sailing:  Dec ember 23rd , 09 – Maldives (3 Nights/4 Days) INR 6000.00
Christmas sailing Dec 26 th,09-Cruise to Nowhere (1 Night/2 Days): INR 750.00
New Year Eve Sailing: December 27th, 09 -  Maldives (3 Nights/4 Days)  INR 4500.00
New Year Sailing: December 30th , 09 – Srilanka (3 Nights/4 Days) INR 7500.00
Valentine’s Day Sailing: February 14th, 10 – Maldives (3 Nights/4 Days) INR 3000.00

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Kerala Tourism

Lot of customers are coming to Kerala this year. Tourist season starting in Kerala. Mainly three season in Kerala Off season,Peak season and High season.

Off season starting from O1st April to 31st October.
High season Starting from 01st November to 31st March.
Peak Season starting from 15th December to 15th January

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Hotels in Kerala


1.Brunton Boatyard
- It is a boutique type Hotel, situated near to the Sea.It have 22 direct sea view rooms.

Tariff : Rates (in Indian Rupees)
Season Start Date End Date Double Occupancy Single Occupancy
High 2009-11-01 2010-04-30 17000 17000
Peak 2009-12-21 2010-01-10 18230 18230
Low 2009-05-01 2009-10-31 7590 7590
Tariff Notes: Rates are inclusive of 15% Luxury tax  and breakfast.

2. The Old Light House Bristow Hotel - The Old Lighthouse Bristow Hotel sits right on the beach of Fort Kochi (Fort Cochin) facing out to sea. Home to one of the architects of modern Cochin, the house reopened in the autumn of 2009 as a boutique hotel.The rooms are spacious with rain showers or baths. Although the rooms do not look out to sea, breakfast and dinner is served facing the sea.
 Tariff : Price Start From Rs.12500/-

3. Tea Bungalow  - Tea Bungalow is a large and aesthetic colonial building situated in the historically significant town of Fort Cochin. Located in the middle of a large and well-maintained garden, the resort is visually very appealing.Initially a workshop of an English company, this bungalow was later bought by the Brooke Bond Company.The resort has ten en suite rooms that facilitate luxury accommodation.

Tariff : Price Start from Rs.10000/-

4. Anchor House - Anchor house is a 100 year old guest house,set at the beautiful water front of Cochin Harbour.One of the best Water Front Locations in Fort Cochin. Anchor House is situated on Mattancherry's Bazar Street; Should say,near the Jew Street. Five minutes walk from Fort Cochin.
Tariff : Rooms From (INR): 4900/-

5. Ballard Bungalow - The Ballard Bungalow is where one can touch upon the heart and soul of authentic Fort Kochi. This Dutch building traces its roots to a 200 year old history that extends right into the Dutch colonial era. During the British rule, the bungalow was used to house its high ranking officers and the building took its name from Mr.Ballard, the Honorable Collector of Cochin, who was the last British officer to stay here. After independence, it was bought over by the Cochin Diocese and is now being run as a heritage hotel, still retaining the old world charm of the original wooden floors and spacious rooms.
Tariff : Rooms From (INR): 2500/-

6.Caza Maria - Caza Maria is a semi boutique hotel in historic Fort Cochin, Kerala. Caza Maria's ideal location make it easy for the tourists who are planning to explore this historic location.
Tariff : Price Start From Rs.5500/- 

7.Fort Heritage - Fort Heritage, a Dutch Palace built in the 17th century, was converted into a 'Heritage' Hotel with ten luxurious rooms by the Syrian Christian family which owned it since 1945.The hotel has ten spacious air conditioned rooms exquisitely furnished with period furniture and paintings of that era and lavishly fitted en suite bathrooms with 24 hours hot and cold water, tub and shower.
Tariff : Price Start From Rs.3500/-  

8. Fort House - The Fort House located at Fort Cochin overlooks the harbour and provides good quality accommodation. The hotel is a good staying option for budget conscious travellers who want to holiday in the happening town of Fort Cochin.The water front location is sure worth spending some quiet, contemplative moments in the evenings.
Tariff : Price Start From Rs.4500/-   

9. Green Woods Bethlehem
- Greenwoods Bethlehem is a home stay situated in Fort Cochin, a quaint town with historical and cultural significance. Owned by one of the ancient aristocratic families of Fort Cochin, the home stay has provided accommodation to many renowned persons.
Tariff : Price Start From Rs.5000/-  

10. The Poovath Heritage Hotel -  The Poovath Heritage Hotel is located at the Historical Fort Cochin in Kerala. This heritage hotel stands elegantly overlooking the Arabian Sea, attracting large number of tourists every year. While you stay here, enjoy the heritage of this hotel and the places in Fort Cochin. The historical Fort Cochin is an abode of major attractions. If you are a tourist from overseas, sure you will enjoy staying here. As Fort Cochin is famous in history, this heritage hotel that has its footage in the history unfolds here. The Poovath Heritage Hotel is housed in a renovated centuary-old Dutch Palace from the colonial era. It is a renovated palace with a heritage of over 106 years and also placed with close proximity to Fort Cochin beach.
Tariff : Price Start From Rs.7000/- 

11.Rain Tree Lodge - Rain tree lodge is a pretty lodge, which was originally a 18th century Dutch Home tastefully renovated to cater to the discerning visitor. Oozing with antiquity and ambiance, it is an ideal; place to explore and experience the charm of this heritage city of Fort Kochi.
Tariff : Price Start From Rs.2000/- 

12. Sui House - Sui House in Fort Kochin, Kerala is a quiet and stylish homestay. This huge old house is owned by an antique dealer and his wife (they own Casa Maria as well). If you are looking for an idyllic and stylish place to stay in Fort Kochi, Sui House could be an ideal choice. 
Tariff : Price Start From Rs.4000/-
13. The Killians Boutique Hotel - The Killians is a boutique hotel  built on the concept of eco-tourism. The hotel is situated at the historically significant and culturally rich town of Fort Cochin. Apart from the advantage of staying at one of the hippest towns in Kerala, guests also have  easy access to the Arabian Sea and a view of the Chinese Fishing nets. The hotel is a nice option for both pleasure seekers and  corporate getaways. The hotel swears by eco friendly practices and maintains an organic garden. A really nice thing about the hotel is that they have filtered water even in the bathrooms.
Tariff : Price Start From Rs. 8000/-

14. The Tower House - Located at the original site of a 17th century light house in Fort Kochi, the Tower house is an elegant boutique hotel housed in a historic Dutch building. Purchased in 1928 by the Peirce Leslie company, it was originally used as their officer's bungalow.
Tariff : Price Start from Rs.6000/-

15. Tissa's Inn - Tissa’s Inn is a boutique hotel located in the colonial town of Fort Cochin. Housed in a mansion, the Inn stands apart from the customary Dutch and Portuguese style row houses which tart up the charming lanes of Fort Cochin. Everything about the mansion contributes to the classy feel the hotel gifts. Tastefully picked out artifacts adorn the mansion and a stay here is a real good opportunity for travelers who appreciate and take in the beauty of antiques.
Tariff : Price Start from Rs.5520/-
 

The Brunton Boatyard, Fort Cochin,Kerala. It is a 4 star Hotel was resurrected from the remains of a Victorian shipyard. Today, it gives the modern traveler a unique opportunity to dwell amidst the shadow plays of 19th century history. This is one of the Luxury hotel in Fort Cochin.

Old Harbour Hotel

Old Harbour Hotel,A 300 year-old building that has for long been a heritage monument of this town, now reopened as a boutique hotel. Built in the Dutch style of architecture with hints of Portuguese influences, it was the first hotel of old Cochin.

Koder House  

Koder House is a one of the famous heritage boutique hotel situated opposite the beach at Fort Kochin. This boutique house is a landmark for all visitors to Cochin; it is pointed out with the same reverence as the Francis Church or the Chinese fishing nets. A visit to Fort Kochi is considered to be incomplete without a visit to this historic site.






About kerala

Kerala is a must-visit destination with its wealth of ecological wonders, cultural heritage and a delectable cuisine. But Kerala is much more than a site-seeing itinerary - it is also a potentially spiritual adventure. The natives of Kerala are well known for their endearing hospitality and friendly nature. And it is this fact that drives us to encourage you to undertake a journey to Kerala - God's Own Country!

Kerala, located on the south-western tip of India, enjoys unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in Asia. Fondly referred to as ‘God’s Own Country’, Kerala was selected by the National Geographic Traveler as one of the 50 destinations of a lifetime and one of the thirteen paradises in the world.

An equable climate, serene beaches, tranquil stretches of backwaters, lush hill stations and exotic wildlife are the major attractions of this land. A unique advantage of Kerala is that most of the destinations here are only a two - four hour drive from the other.

Classical art forms, colourful festivals, exotic cuisine are some of the cultural marvels that await travellers. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine and Panchakarma, the rejuvenation therapy in Ayurveda have also helped Kerala to gain a pan-global reputation as a worth-visit destination.

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Kerala House Boats


The Kerala Houseboat is the perfect way to experience the calm and unique ecology of the Kerala backwaters. Our office in Cochin on the edge of the backwaters works with all the different houseboats and can offer anything from a one day stay to a month long cruise through the whole backwater system.

The houseboats of Kerala are unique to this area of India and were the historic method for transporting rice and other trade through the aqeous centre of Kerala to the ports on the coast at Kollam, Aleppey and Cochin. In the last twenty years, the boats have been converted to take visitors through the small canals and villages that still inhabit this road-less and car-less world. From your daybed in the bows of the boat you can watch the traditional life of backwater and can enjoy the morning, Kerala continue on this much as it has done for centuries: women washing from the ghats before their houses, farmers shepherding thousands of ducks, paddy fields being flooded and washed or the night fishermen fishing by their lights.


Reclining on a cushion and drifting through quiet canals, you'll pass through paddy fields grazed by ducks, floating markets, local toddy shops, temples and churches. If interested you can get down on land for a short walk for visiting the villages or to relax by the coconut groves. The boat usually halts at lakeside for night stay.
You will have a captain, housekeeper and a cook . Try fishing..Ask the captain for fishing rods. The cook will prepare your catch!

Clean, good quality linen, blankets, towels etc are provided for each cruise which starts at 12:00 noon with lunch and ends by morning 09:30 hours after breakfast.


Luxury House Boat

1 bed room Luxury House Boat Rs.16000/- (including tax and all meals for one night 2 person)
2 bed room Luxury A/C House Boat 20000/- (including tax and all meals for one night 4 person )


1 Bed Room Superior A/C House Boat Rs. 9000/- ( including tax and all meals for one night 2 person)
2 Bed Room Superior A/C House Boat Rs.12000/- ( including tax and all meals for one night 4 person)
3 Bed Room Superior A/C House Boat Rs.14000/- ( including tax and all meals for one night 6 person)



1 Bed Room Superior Non A/C House Boat Rs. 8000/- ( including tax and all meals for one night 2 person)
2 Bed Room Superior Non A/C House Boat Rs.10000/- ( including tax and all meals for one night 4 person)
3 Bed Room Superior Non A/C House Boat Rs.12000/- ( including tax and all meals for one night 6 person)

Note : 

The above rates are inclusive of tax and all meals.Special dishes can be arranged on extra cost.
There will be an increase of 25% on the above rates from 20th December 2010 To 15th January 2011
Children below 5 yrs would be complimentary without extra bed basis.
Send your enquiry to info@holitrvels.com /mob : 0091 9446116997