A new friend from London

Kodungallur to Kodakara – 35km

Tuesday 10th February 2009

While we were staying in Allappuzha at the Ayurvedic  Centre we met Nishil and his friend from North London and planned to meet up with him a few days later in Kodakara.

rolled into town

We rolled into town just before 5pm and planned to call him, but he intercepted us on the main road. Very good timing.

arriving at the house photo credit: Nishil Nair

 

cashew nut & fruit

We spent the evening at Nishil’s father-in-laws house and with his family.  Before sundown we had a walk around the plantation and we saw a cashew tree for the first time.  As  Nishi has travelled extensively throughout India he took the time to show us all of the points of interest and must see locations on our journey up the coast and on the way to Pune.  He has as law and marketing background, but if he was looking for a new role Travel Ambassador to India would be a good fit.

an evening in Kodakara

 

sunset

Mathrubhumi, The National Daily in Malayalan

Sunday 8th February 2009

We were also interviewed by Binoy’s friend from a local paper.  He was very interested in the environmental or green aspects of the trip.  Kept asking us what our slogan was as well as the usual questions as to the cost of everything.   Check out the link for  Binoy Thomas homestay business it’s an opportunity to stay with a wonderful family and see the surrounding area in ease and comfort.  Packages can be tailored to whatever budget.

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