Xavier William:
You obviously have not been to sublime Indonesia or even to our unique native Rameshwaram, despite your boast of 33 countries.
"Cruise experience"? How about a leisurely triple-sea-jaunt in the Indian Ocean, the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea all at one go, packed vegetarian picnic lunch plus spiced yogurt drink provided? Or a glorious sunrise or an even more glorious sunset at sea, the horizon appearing to be flaming all around you, snacks and on-board music and song provided?
No, you need not fork out IRs 25,000 for such an experience.
If you don't like hotels, agents can arrange a comfortable and rewarding 5-day home-stay.
S Narayanaswamy
On Tuesday, September 27, 2016 7:33 AM, "Xavier William varekatx@gmail.com [worldmalayaliclub]" <worldmalayaliclub@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
Narayanaswamy,
I have been to 33+ countries and I dont think Rs.25000/- for a 5 day trip is a raw deal. Maldives has the same things to offer as the Lakshadweep and there a room comparable to that provided by the ship to Lakshadweep costs over Rs.7000/- a night per couple, (Look up tripadvisor) which is about Rs.3500/- per head. This works out to Rs.14000/- per head for 4 nights. If you hire a taxi for 5 days it will be Rs.2000/- per day per couple which works out to Rs.5000/- for 5 days per head. Then they give breakfast+2 meals+tea+ welcome drink+ cultural entertainment. Then there is the cruise experience which you cannot normally have.
Another factor to consider is that Lakshadweep packages operate only for 6 months or 150 days of the year with a total capacity of 120 tourists in six days after the monsoons are over. This means their overheads are twice that for tours on land. Thus they have to charge Rs.4000/- per day per head for a room that costs only Rs.2000/-
Thailand is the cheapest place I have been to and they charge 27000-35000 for a 4-day trip and that too if there are two of you. On the other hand if you are travelling alone it will go up to over Rs.40000/- per head whereas you can take the Lakshadweep trip all by yourself for Rs.25000/- per head.
I do Kerala trips also if someone asks me. For a Kerala Trip for 5 days it consts 25000-30000 per couple with one or two star category accommodations. So on the whole a 5-day trip to 3 exotic and pristine coral islands is not a bad deal especially when it is a monopoly. Anyway I can assure you it is an experience so unique that I have gone there thrice and might go again.
On 24 September 2016 at 15:28, Narayanaswamy Subramanian s_narayanaswamy@yahoo.com [worldmalayaliclub] <worldmalayaliclub@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
At those prices, far better deals are available elsewhere. Just look around, surf the Internet, talk to friends and colleagues, talk to fellow-alumni, talk to travel-minded, tourism-oriented folk who have had experience. Monopolists exploit everyone, especially customers. "Fleece the tourits" is their catch-word. Give them and their Lakshadweep a wide berth. Opt for a home-stay with some islanders at minimum cost, free food, healthy adventures. Just help out with some of the housework, if you wish. Leave some little mementos from your own place of origin. You won't be swindled. Learn basics in their language first.S NarayanaswamyOn Saturday, September 24, 2016 8:30 AM, "Xavier William varekatx@gmail.com [worldmalayaliclub]" <worldmalayaliclub@ yahoogroups.com> wrote:
It is a monopoly operated by the central govt and so no competition. So they fix the price and that is that.I dont think it is so costly.25000/- for 5 days means 5 days room rent, all meals, conveyance by ship to 3 islands and back which is just under 1000 km, safety personal with you when you frolic around in the sea, people to help you embark and disembark etc. If you were to do this on your own it would have cost you more.On 23 September 2016 at 15:39, Saief Malhotra saief.malhotra@yahoo.com [worldmalayaliclub] <worldmalayaliclub@ yahoogroups.com> wrote:Hey why it's so Costly compare to other destinations ?Saief Malhotra
Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhoneOn Tuesday, September 20, 2016, 7:29 AM, Xavier William varekatx@gmail.com [worldmalayaliclub] <worldmalayaliclub@ yahoogroups.com> wrote:The Lakshadweep chain of islands lying some 300 km off the coast of Cochin in the Arabian sea is fast developing into a hot destination for tourists and honeymooners. Its coral reefs, pristine beaches and blue lagoons are what fantasies are made of. The Lakshadweep islands belong to the same chain of islands as Maldives and consequently they have the same topography and population profiles. This in turn means that a visit to Lakshadweep is as good as a visit to Maldives for the discerning tourist and comes at less than half the price compared to Maldives.http://lakshadweeppackagetours .com/lakshadweep-tour-packages / showcases the most exciting packages to LakshadweepOf these The Samudram, the Swaying Palm and Kadmat packages are best suited for the discerning travelers and honeymooners.Here is a short description of the packages:1. Samudram package : It is a five day package from Cochin to Cochin by ship in 2-in-a-room AC cabins. Days will be spent on 3 islands – Kavaratti, Kalpeni and minicoy - with other travelers and nights in the ship as the ship sails. Cost Rs.25000/- per head + 4.5%% tax. (This is not open to foreigners)2. Swaying Palm package (Cochin to Cochin by ship): You will be taken by ship to Minicoy island where you will be given rooms on the beach. http://lakshadweeppacka getours.com/lakshadweep-tour-p ackages/ gives costs.3. Kadmat Package : This package is by air. You have to book your flights from Cochin to Agathi and back. We will pick you up from Agathi airport and take you to an island called Kadmat where you will be given accommodations on the beach. This is a flexible package as there are flights every day except Sunday. However the boat services from Agathi airport to Kadmat and back are available only on Mon, Wed and Fri. So please ensure that your flights to Agathi and back are on a Mon, Wed or Fri.Boat charges from Agathi to Kadmat and back cost Rs.8000/- per head.Accommodation costs on Kadmat beach are as follows per couple:
Regards
Xavier William
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