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Spread across 44 tropical acres and set against the Bay of Bengal, the Radisson Blu Resort Temple Bay is an ideal vacation destination. It is just 1 km from Arjuna’s Penance, Krishna’s Butter Ball and Krishna Mandapam.

Guests can choose from a range of hotel rooms and villas, some with private pools, while staying connected with in-room amenities such as free high-speed wireless internet. All suites, villas and chalets has air conditioning, a patio or balcony, a mini bar and a LCD television with cable.

Visitors get to view the sea and courtyards from all angles at the resort. Dining options for guests include the Water’s Edge Cafe and the Wharf which serves international cuisine as well as tandoori and seafood dishes. Nearby sightseeing spots are the Shore Temple and Pondicherry. Other facilities available at the resort includes a 27,000-square-foot swimming pool, two spas and a pitch and putt golf course.

Palais de Mahe forms part of the CGH Earth Experience. It’s located in the French quarter, just a few steps away from the seaside promenade. A stay at the Palais de Mahe provides a French Indian experience.

The interior design is inspired by the Dupleix era with period furniture providing the finishing touches. The modern rooms all opens out to the plunge pool in the centre courtyard.

Svatma is a luxury heritage hotel in a quiet lane in Tanjore, Tamil Nadu and raises the bar for hotels in this area. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, Svatma has been lovingly designed and restored as a testament to Tamilan art and culture.

Each of Svatma's 38 rooms and suites are individually appointed. An unparalleled luxury option in Tanjore. There's three restaurants serving Tamil cuisine to choose from in different areas of the hotel. It also features a gym, yoga center and luxury spa.

Visalam is a lovely hotel that is also a landmark heritage property located in Chettinad, India. Accommodation at the hotel consists of beautiful, comfortable rooms and suites with high ceilings each equipped with hairdryers, shaving kits, tea/coffee makers, air-conditioning, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests can look forward to experiencing interactive cooking at the on-site restaurant and also enjoy an outdoor pool with a café to savour a satisfactory lunch. Facilities available at the hotel include an outdoor swimming and a wellness spa.

Chennai may be the capital of Tamil Nadu but Madurai claims its soul. And The Gateway Hotel, Madurai is located right at the heart of it. A short distance from Madurai's IT corridor, The Gateway Hotel sits at the top of the Pasumalai hill, surrounded by 62 acres of scenic gardens, serving as a perfect vantage point to take in the picturesque views of the temple town and the Kodai hills.

Being at the heart and soul of Tamil Nadu, a trip to Madurai is incomplete without sampling the lip-smacking local delicacies. Look no further than the regional home-style food offered by The Gateway Hotel Pasumalai Madurai, deliciously prepared with your health and taste in mind. There is also the hotel's thoughtfully designed spa to help you relax, rejuvenate and restore your inner harmony.

Niraamaya Retreats Cardamom Club Thekkady is an exclusive experience of living in a serene spice garden nestled in the mountains and wrapped in the cool embrace of a tropical rainforest. Spread amongst 8 acres of pristine cardamom plantations, this truly boutique experience offers 13 independent cottages garden-view and mountain-view style giving magnificent visions of the valley and the verdant mountains. Niraamaya’s acclaimed Spa with Western & Ayurveda rooms, Madira Bar and Samsara, an all-day dining café. For the more adventurous traveller Thekkady offers several options including jeep safaris, trekking, bamboo rafting, cultural shows, spice walks and shopping.

Kumarakom Lake Resort is nestled on the serene banks of the Lake Vembanad amidst one of India’s popular holiday spots - Kerala.

Sprawling across 25 acres of lush greenery, this resort consists of luxury rooms, villas and suites for guests to select their preferred accommodation. Other facilities include the Ayurmana - the Ayurveda Spa; swimming pools; a health club; multi-cuisine and specialty restaurants; the traditional Kerala teashop and countless other attractions in and around the resort.

With a fleet of more than 21 luxury houseboats, Lakes & Lagoons offers backwater cruise journeys. Situated in Alleppey - a real natural treasure house, visually splendid with the blue of the lake and the green of the palms and vegetation, active with the aquatic life and local villages engaged in everyday errands.

Lakes & Lagoons has air-conditioned deluxe houseboats. The house boats have fully furnished 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedrooms with a sundeck, private balcony with comfortable chairs, kitchen and toilet with WC. In addition, there is also a separate rest room for the crew. Traditional lanterns are used as lights.

Each houseboat has a three member crew - a chef, driver and cabin assistant. The cuisine is traditional Kerala flavor with the local specialties; delicious local fish (Pearlspot - Karimeen) and prawns. There are single bedroom houseboats for two people and two bedroom houseboats for four people.

Lakes & Lagoons is proud to present Premium range of Lake Royale Houseboats, Honeymoon Suite, Devas Indulge to the discerning guests. The features include round the clock A/C, luxurious interiors, all modern amenities and special menu.

Furthermore, Lakes & Lagoons has pioneered the innovative concept of hosting a range of events at the houseboats including weddings, meetings, cultural shows etc.

Set in the shores of the mesmerizing Arabian Sea, just 20 km away from the world famous backwaters of Alappuzha, the luxurious Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort is set amidst the verdant tropical greens and is meticulously designed as a restful and rejuvenating escape.

Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort offers exquisitely furnished villas complete with a private pool/pond and timber laden decks. All villas are a perfect fusion of traditional and modern Kerala architecture. The rooms feature lavish bathrooms, and artistically designed walk-in dressers to ensure luxurious comfort.

Complimentary facilities to enjoy at Carnoustie Ayurveda & Wellness Resort include yoga sessions, WI-FI, a buffet breakfast, mineral water placed in guest rooms, daily newspapers, a library, cycling facilities, a lounge bed with umbrellas to lounge on the beach with, putting green and golf cage, and indoor and outdoor pool, and an indoor entertainment room. Other activities to partake in during a stay include Kerala culinary lessons, a local temple and church visit, a traditional cultural programme and an escorted village walk to explore the surrounding area.

The Malabar House is at the Fort Cochin, opposite St. Francis Church and a 3 minute walk to the Chinese fishing nets. It is ideally located for sightseeing, shopping and backwater cruises.

The Malabar House has 17 rooms and suites comprising of the duplex suite, 5 roof garden suites on the first floor and 11 deluxe rooms on the ground floor. Each room has central air-conditioning, cable TV, a telephone, a mini bar, coffee maker, wire-free internet and safe deposit lockers. Hotel services include a travel desk, money exchange and a walking map of the Fort Cochin grounds. Recreational activities and facilities for guests consist of the swimming pool, free hiring of bicycles, Ayurvedic treatments, the Malabar junction - the acclaimed restaurant and Divine - the wine lounge.