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Notes on Calicut and the Malabar coast from the people who look after BelleVue.
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Guides to Kozhikode and Kerala
Weekend getaway from Calicut
A slow two-day plan on the Korapuzha, under an hour from the city.
Read moreWhere to stay in Kozhikode (Calicut)
City, beach, airport or river? An honest guide to the areas, from people who live here.
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The Korapuzha river: a short guide
Where it comes from, what to do on it, and the best times to be on the water.
Read moreThings to do near Kozhikode
Beaches, temples, hills and the river, with distances.
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How to reach BelleVue
From Calicut airport and the railway stations.
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How to choose a homestay in Kerala
Classified or not, which region, and the questions to ask any host.
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Choosing a pool villa in Kerala
What "private pool" really means, and ten things to check before you book.
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Ayurveda: homestay, resort or hospital?
What each offers, how to check the doctor, and the red flags.
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Karkidakam and monsoon Ayurveda
Why Kerala does Ayurveda in the wettest month, and how to plan for it.
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What to eat in Kozhikode
Biryani, halwa, fish curry and Malabar snacks, with the places to find them.
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