Travel notes and tips
Practical advice and stories from South India, written by people who plan these trips.
Our South India travel blog covers the seasons, festivals, packing lists, routes and visa basics that help you plan a trip to Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Goa. Browse the latest posts below, or filter them by destination.
Tamil Nadu in the Northeast Monsoon: How to Plan a Trip from October to December
Tamil Nadu's northeast monsoon runs from mid-October into December. See what changes near Madurai and Thanjavur, and how to plan an inland temple trip around it.
Champions Boat League 2026 in Kerala: Where to Watch the Snake Boat Races from October to November
The Champions Boat League 2026 has seven races left, from 10 October to 21 November. See the full schedule and which rounds are easy to reach from Kochi.
Mysuru Dasara 2026: A Visitor's Guide to the Eleven Days, the Palace Lights and the Jamboo Savari
Mysuru Dasara 2026 runs 11 to 21 October. See the dates, what happens each day, how to book Jamboo Savari tickets and how to plan your stay.
Hampi in the Cool Season: How to Plan Two Days Among the Ruins from November to February
A two-day Hampi plan for November to February: the sacred centre and Vittala complex on day one, the royal enclosure, a hill and the river on day two.
India e-Visa for First-Time Visitors: What to Apply For and When
Planning a South India trip? See which India e-Tourist visa to choose, how early to apply and what to prepare, based on the official e-Visa site.
Munnar in December and January: Cold Mornings, Crowds and How to Book Ahead
Munnar in December and January is cold, misty and busy. See the weather to expect, what to book early and how to plan two or three days in the hills.