Suggestion for 3 day trip with Family in Karnataka or Tamilnadu

wildon · 6th October 2009, 20:52

I'm confused here to choose my destination, and the option for selecting my destination giving entirely to you guys.

Please help me to select various places in these state .Date chosen for the trip is from 16-18 October 2009.

If possible give me some feed back about the hotels too

straightdrive · 6th October 2009, 23:53

Looking for hill stations, beach resorts or some other type of place?

Have met people who've been to Yercaud and Coonoor in TN and have heard good reports about these places. Have been planning to go to both but not made it yet.

Yercaud probably won't be as crowded as Ooty or Kodaikanal.

mclaren1885 · 7th October 2009, 00:09

Hill Stations: Yercaud/Coorg.
Beaches: Gokarna/Pondicherry/Mahab's.

ssriram75 · 7th October 2009, 00:43

We have been going to a resort called The Dune at Pondicherry. Have had lots of fun there. We as a family love dogs and this resort has some very friendly pets, so that was an added bonus. The atmosphere is relaxed and food is good. Website - Dune, The Dune Hotel, Eco Beach Hotel, Eco Tourism - Wanacom, Welcome and Bienvenue.

wildon · 13th October 2009, 10:28

Guys Decided for a Bangalore - Chennai - Pondicherry.
Unfortunately i have some work in Chennai so only 1 day can be alloted to Pondicherry. Can you tell me best places of interest in pondicherry which i can cover in 1 day (Sunday 18th October).

ranjitp1 · 13th October 2009, 11:04

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Originally Posted by wildon

Guys Decided for a Bangalore - Chennai - Pondicherry.
Unfortunately i have some work in Chennai so only 1 day can be alloted to Pondicherry. Can you tell me best places of interest in pondicherry which i can cover in 1 day (Sunday 18th October).

Auroville(Aurobindo Ashram) is a must see.

You could check out the official Pondy site for more info. The Official Website for Tourism Department-The Government Of Puducherry

wildon · 13th October 2009, 16:17

^^Thanks for that info

iVictor · 16th October 2009, 17:05

Hello All,

After an year or so, my parents are coming to Bangalore. I am going to take a week or so vacation in Ist week of November.

I need your advice on any good locations where we can spend peaceful time together. Preferably related to nature, greenery, water/wildlife, temples n good food.

Please do share info on travel agent/agency, expected cost(s) and any points to take care of for the trip.

Best Regards,
Victor

phantom76 · 16th October 2009, 18:40

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Originally Posted by iVictor

Hello All,

After an year or so, my parents are coming to Bangalore. I am going to take a week or so vacation in Ist week of November.
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Please do share info on travel agent/agency, expected cost(s) and any points to take care of for the trip.

Best Regards,
Victor

Coorg is the best place for your requirements. When I went in 2006, I booked my home stay through Holiday Mantra. Website: http://www.holidaymantra.com/

BenjiRoss · 18th October 2009, 12:50

I'm looking at a 2 night stay close to Chennai but secluded enough for privacy and 'to get away'. Looking at Mahabs or ECR, but am a little skeptical as on the internet they all look good - but reviews state bad toilets and nagging staff, etc. My budget is about 5000 Rs (only!) for the 2 nights. A cottage or something a little different will be fine.
A better option looks to be Pondicherry.
Can any of you suggest specific hotels or resorts in Mahabs or Pondy?

6th October 2009, 20:52	#1
wildon BANNED Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,440 Thanked: 1,235 Times View My Garage	Suggestion for 3 day trip with Family in Karnataka or Tamilnadu I'm confused here to choose my destination, and the option for selecting my destination giving entirely to you guys. Please help me to select various places in these state .Date chosen for the trip is from 16-18 October 2009. If possible give me some feed back about the hotels too Last edited by wildon : 6th October 2009 at 20:57.
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6th October 2009, 23:53	#2
straightdrive BHPian Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 259 Thanked: 5 Times	Looking for hill stations, beach resorts or some other type of place? Have met people who've been to Yercaud and Coonoor in TN and have heard good reports about these places. Have been planning to go to both but not made it yet. Yercaud probably won't be as crowded as Ooty or Kodaikanal.
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7th October 2009, 00:09	#3
mclaren1885 BANNED Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Bangalore (the city of modded cars) !! Posts: 4,820 Thanked: 45 Times View My Garage Infractions: 0/1 (10)	Hill Stations: Yercaud/Coorg. Beaches: Gokarna/Pondicherry/Mahab's.
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7th October 2009, 00:43	#4
ssriram75 BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 51 Thanked: 7 Times	We have been going to a resort called The Dune at Pondicherry. Have had lots of fun there. We as a family love dogs and this resort has some very friendly pets, so that was an added bonus. The atmosphere is relaxed and food is good. Website - Dune, The Dune Hotel, Eco Beach Hotel, Eco Tourism - Wanacom, Welcome and Bienvenue.
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13th October 2009, 10:28	#5
wildon BANNED Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,440 Thanked: 1,235 Times View My Garage	Guys Decided for a Bangalore - Chennai - Pondicherry. Unfortunately i have some work in Chennai so only 1 day can be alloted to Pondicherry. Can you tell me best places of interest in pondicherry which i can cover in 1 day (Sunday 18th October).
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13th October 2009, 16:17	#7
wildon BANNED Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,440 Thanked: 1,235 Times View My Garage	^^Thanks for that info
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16th October 2009, 17:05	#8
iVictor Newbie Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 13 Thanked: 11 Times	Advice on 3/4 day family trip in Karnataka/nearby locations. Hello All, After an year or so, my parents are coming to Bangalore. I am going to take a week or so vacation in Ist week of November. I need your advice on any good locations where we can spend peaceful time together. Preferably related to nature, greenery, water/wildlife, temples n good food. Please do share info on travel agent/agency, expected cost(s) and any points to take care of for the trip. Best Regards, Victor Last edited by Jaggu : 16th October 2009 at 17:27. Reason: Please use search before opening a new thread, Thanks
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18th October 2009, 12:50	#10
BenjiRoss Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tamilnadu Posts: 1,066 Thanked: 1,330 Times	I'm looking at a 2 night stay close to Chennai but secluded enough for privacy and 'to get away'. Looking at Mahabs or ECR, but am a little skeptical as on the internet they all look good - but reviews state bad toilets and nagging staff, etc. My budget is about 5000 Rs (only!) for the 2 nights. A cottage or something a little different will be fine. A better option looks to be Pondicherry. Can any of you suggest specific hotels or resorts in Mahabs or Pondy?
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