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Sherin Stephen
Trivandrum
Born and raised in Trivandrum. Loves to travel — long weekends, short trips, the occasional unplanned detour. Shares the odd note here when something is worth passing on.
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By Sherin
Kovalam10 Best Things to Do in Kovalam: The Ultimate Kerala Beach Experience Guide
Kovalam is best experienced through its Ayurveda treatments, sunrise fishing scenes, fresh Vizhinjam seafood, beach yoga, local shopping, and sunset views and two relaxed days are enough to enjoy it all.
Kovalam15 Best Places to Visit in Kovalam for a Perfect Kerala Vacation
Kovalam's three beaches, Lighthouse, Hawa, and Samudra offer distinct experiences from swimming and sunsets to authentic fishing village life. Don't miss the Vizhinjam Lighthouse, Edakallu Promontory for sunset views, and the Kerala Arts and Crafts Village for local culture. For a nature escape, take a half-day boat ride through the backwaters at Poovar, just 20 minutes away.
PoovarIs Poovar Worth Visiting? An Honest Assessment for 2026 Tourists
Yes, Poovar is worth visiting in 2026 for travellers seeking peaceful backwaters, scenic boating, and a relaxing Kerala coastal experience. It offers excellent value, beautiful natural landscapes, and an easy escape from the crowds of larger tourist destinations.
KovalamHow to Reach Kovalam Beach: Complete Transport Guide
Kovalam is one of Kerala's most accessible beach destinations, just 16 km from Thiruvananthapuram city centre and reachable by taxi, bus, or auto-rickshaw in under an hour from the nearest airport (TRV) or railway station (TVC).
Poovar5 Things That Make Poovar Boat Ride Unique
Poovar stands out from other Kerala backwater destinations because a single boat ride combines five rare attractions: the Neyyar River, a coastal lagoon, the Arabian Sea, a golden sand beach, and rich migratory bird habitats.
PoovarWhat is Poovar Boating? The Complete First-Timer's Guide (2026)
Poovar boating is not just a boat ride. It is a 60-minute to 3-hour journey through one of India's most unusual coastal geographies, ending at a golden sand beach where a freshwater river, a backwater lagoon, and the Arabian Sea meet at a single point.