Kerala is a very exciting holiday destination for all types of travellers and people from all over the world come to Kerala for their holidays. Travelling can sometimes get expensive if one is not minding their spending and ultimately can burn a huge hole in one’s pocket. In this article we will check out some useful transport and travelling tips that can help you save money on your Kerala holiday.
Transport takes away a huge chunk of money during travels and it is very important to plan wisely beforehand. September to March is the peak season for travelling in Kerala. When it is the peak season, the airline rates are usually high as the demand is more.
If possible try flying during the non-peak seasons. This makes more sense especially in Kerala because Kerala provides a different travel experience at all times of the year. June to August is the monsoon season is Kerala. During the monsoons Kerala is nothing short of a paradise and monsoons are the ideal time for Ayurvedic massages in Kerala. April and May are summer months in India, but Kerala has plenty of hills stations and you can spend you summers in the cool Kerala hill stations. Hence just because it is peak season, it does not mean that that is the only season in which you can enjoy your Kerala holiday.
If possible, take afternoon flights when the fares are cheaper. Fly at off-peak times. If you stay away from peak hours for business travel, you can save up to 2,000-4,000 INR per ticket on domestic travel.India as well as globally, there are no-frills airlines that offer cheaper fares. Consider these options over the mainline carriers as you can save up to 1000 INR per ticket.
If you are travelling locally, consider overnight trains to reach Kerala. Trains are way cheaper than flights. Also overnight trains mean most of the travelling time is spent sleeping at night and you do not lose precious day time on travel. Most of the time, trains will be cheaper than even off-peak air travel.
Plan properly in advance and don’t change your bookings. If you change your bookings, most airlines and travel agencies will charge you penalties to change your tickets. Also with last minute cancellations, you are guaranteed to lose a big percentage of ticket fees.
Packing properly is also essential on your Kerala holiday. Always pack light. Do a research on the place and season and pack accordingly. This is most important if travelling by air. Airlines will charge you excess baggage fees for luggage above their maximum limits.
Airports and railway stations are infamous for taxi tours who make money from scamming unsuspecting travellers. Kerala has authorized taxi services in Kerala that operate from most airports and stations, so look for these.
While travelling within Kerala, buses, ferries and autos are the cheapest modes of transport. Depending on your budget and the number of people travelling, use these modes of transport. If you want to travel comfortably on your Kerala holiday and avoid hassles, then it is best to hire Kerala taxis or cabs
