| After work, its time to play. Saunter down
to the well-equipped gym for a solid workout. Take a few laps
on the pool. Or step out and into the Ayurveda centre for a
quick massage. You could also try out a hand at table-tennis,
shuttle ….
Here's how you could induce your business guests positively.
Welcome them to Kumarakom Lake Resort. Specially during the
Onam festival. Or during the annual Nehru Trophy Boat Race
(usually in August - September).
SWIMMING POOL : The first thing
I'd like to do on arriving at Kumarakom? Take a refreshing
dip – of course. The chequered pool bordering the lake
looks inviting and lovely. As I laze in the pool, I take in
the vast expanse of the lake simmering and the warm afternoon
melts away into a buoyant mellow. The wind rushes along to
meet me like a long lost friend, warping its arms around me
lovingly. While swaying palms, nod in agreement - as if enacting
a secret prank.
Worshippers of the sun, here's the temple. The tropical sun
promises to give a healthy tan. The heat doesn't burn as the
wind, skimming the lake is cool and invigorating. And if really
gets too hot to handle, dive in. If the pool is not challenging
enough, try out the lake itself!
pamper myself at the Jacuzzi enclosure. The best thing is
that from the pool I can enjoy the greatest shows on earth.
The sunrise and sunset on the backwaters, is an experience
like none other. Along with the side-shows which are equally
delightful – a starry night or a moonlit night. Intermittently,
I saunter along to the Ettukettu for a shot or two of my favourite
drink. Or a couple of beers. You could also order fresh fermented
coconut sap (Toddy), heady and sweet, especially in the mornings.
After a few laps, no one blames you if you're hungry enough
to eat, like they say in Malayalam, a whole elephant! Good
enough for me. They have a barbecue in waiting ready to dole
out succulent seafood in traditional Kerala style. And the
choicest Mutton Kebabs, Mughlai style. Yum Yum.
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