Kerala is a South Western Indian state that is known for its: backwaters with stay in a private houseboat; spice hills; beaches; Keralan cities and performing arts; unique cuisine; ayurveda. It is well worth covering the adjoining states of : Tamil Nadu (famous for its temples) or the diverse state of Karnataka; Goa; Mumbai is good starting point for trips South India. Indian Railways is one of the best ways of exploring longer journeys from Mumbai while private road travel is the best mode for travel within Kerala.

Thailand - As you soon as you mention the name of the country called 'Thailand', you automatically think of Bangkok and the country's wonderful beaches. However, there is lot more to this country and one of the best ways of travelling here is by train. You can travel by night trains using either 2nd class (corridor carriage split up into two berth cubicles by corridor and separated by curtains with either ceiling fans or with air conditioning) or in the Ist class in relative comfort.