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A Guide to the Beach Shacks of Varkala in KeralaVarkala is one of Kerala’s most appealing coastal escapes, where red laterite cliffs overlook Papanasam Beach and a relaxed line of cafés, seafood restaurants…
When to surf Tamil Nadu's beachesThe best time to visit the beaches of Tamil Nadu for surfing depends on the break and your tolerance for rain. For most Australian travellers, mid-December…
Bhitarkanika wildlife and Odisha's coastal highlightsOdisha pairs a vast tidal wetland with historic beaches, fishing settlements and temple towns. At Bhitarkanika, boat routes pass mangrove creeks where…
The most peaceful beaches in Kerala for meditationKerala’s Arabian Sea coastline is a natural setting for stillness: palm-backed sand, fishing villages, temple bells and the rhythm of surf. Travellers seeking…
How to book a private beach dinner in GoaA sunset table on the sand calls for more planning than a standard restaurant booking. Confirm the location, table, set menu and transfer before paying. Book…
The Best Surf Schools in India: Goa, Kerala and BeyondIndia offers a warm-water alternative to the familiar Australian surf trip. Goa has relaxed beach breaks and a lively holiday scene, Kerala combines surfing…
Portuguese Heritage Sites Along Goa’s CoastGoa’s beaches are only part of the story. Behind the palm-lined sands, beach shacks and lively markets is a layered cultural landscape shaped by more than four…
Exploring the Andaman Islands by Bioluminescent LightAfter sunset, some sheltered waters around the Andaman Islands can shimmer with tiny flashes of blue-green light. The glow comes from microscopic marine…
Kerala's coastal Ayurveda and spa retreatsKerala combines warm beaches, coconut-fringed backwaters and a long-established wellness tradition. For Australians seeking a restorative holiday, coastal…
Mahabalipuram’s Beaches on a Day Trip from ChennaiA day trip from Chennai to the beaches of Mahabalipuram combines the Bay of Bengal, ancient stone temples and the relaxed rhythm of Tamil Nadu’s coast. The…