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Kerala Poovar Located in the backwaters of Kerala, Poovar is an attractive beach area south of Kovalam. Access is along the river that wends its way lazily from the highway through coconut palm groves. The waters of the Arabian Sea combined with the warm golden sand make a Poovar holiday one you will never forget. Kovalam Ten miles south of Trivandrum is the best known beach resort, Kovalam. Named after its endless rows of coconut trees, it is Kerala’s most developed resort, with a host of hotels and restaurants dotted along the main tourist stretch of Lighthouse Beach. At its heart are three sheltered sandy bays providing safe bathing. Kerala Kovalam Kerala is one of the most fascinating and distinctive states in India, with networks of tropical waterways, hidden villages and an inviting, palm-fringed coastline. Kerala’s enchanting culture, warm climate and dramatic landscapes combine to create a relaxing and captivating destination. Arabian Sea  Alleppey  Cochin Poovar Kovalam Thekkady Cochin International Trivandrum International Kerala What’s included ✔ Return flights from London. Regional flights available at a supplement ✔ Hand-picked accommodation ✔ Meal plan as specified ✔ Expert representative service in resort What you need to know Currency: Indian Rupees Visa: Required - e-TOURIST VISA (eTV) is available through The Travel Visa Company - call 01270 250 590 and quote ‘Mercury Holidays’ Flight Guide: Prices are based on flights from London. See page 101 for regional flight options Flight Time: 12-17½ hours Language: Malayalam and English Time zone: GMT +5½ hours Resort transfers: Private transfers start from £30 pp < For flights arriving in the early hours, you have the option of booking a room at the 4 H Vivin Luxury Suites. Rooms available from 4am-12pm before transferring to your beach hotel. Prices are from £20pp on B&B. Single supplement £15. Not available over Christmas. Optional Stopover Enhance your holiday to Kerala with an exciting stopover in Dubai , Abu Dhabi or Doha for 2 nights on B&B from £99 . Subject to availability. See page 100 for stopover details. Cultural Add-Ons Make the most of your holiday to Kerala with an enriching add-on. Choose a Mini Tour of Kerala from £249 , a 3 night stay in Kerala’s Backwaters from £299 , or a Treasures of Kerala Tour from £349 . Please see page 67 for further details. There’s so much more to Kerala Visit our website where an extensive range of hotels are waiting to be discovered. From Bed & Breakfast to All-Inclusive, we have something for everyone! Hundreds of Worldwide Holidays are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk 66