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Department of Tourism

Deputy Director District Office Department of Tourism, Kavanattinkara, Kumarakom P O, Kottayam -686563 Ph: +91481 2524343

District Tourism Promotion Council(DTPC)

DTPC provides constant aid and information to the Visitors.

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Kodimatha, Kottayam Ph: +91 481 2560479 Email : info[at]dtpckottayam[dot]com

Tourist Information Offices District Tourism Office Kumarakom, Kottayam & Tourist Information Counter Ph: +91 481 2524343 Email : ddktm[at]keralatourism[dot]org

Responsible Tourism Travel Desk Kumarakom, Kottayam  Ph: +91 481 2523097 Mobile: 9633992977 Email : vlekumarakom[at]gmail[dot]com , rt[at]keralatourism[dot]org

KTDC  Kumarakom, Kottayam  Ph: +91 481 2527650 Email : waterscapes[at]ktdc[dot]com

District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Kottayam: www.discoverkottayam.com

Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala: www.keralatourism.org

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The contact details of all the District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) offices in each district are given below : Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala Park View, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India – 695 033 Phone: +91-471-2321132 Fax: +91-471-2322279 Tourist Information toll free No : 1-600-425-4747 Email: [email protected] , [email protected] DTPC Kollam The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Near KSRTC Bus Stand Kollam – 1 Ph: +91-474-2745625, 2750170 Fax: +91-474-2750170 Email : [email protected] [email protected]

DTPC Kottayam The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Kodimatha Kottayam Ph: ++91- 4812560479 Email : [email protected]

DTPC Alappuzha

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Boat Jet Road Near KSRTC Bus Station Alappuzha – 11 Ph : ++91-477-2251796/2253308 Email: [email protected]

DTPC Idukki

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Civil Station, Kuili Mala Painavu P.O., Idukki Ph: ++-91-4862-232248 Munnar Telefax: ++-91-4865-231516 Email: [email protected]

DTPC Ernakulam

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Old Collectorate Bldg., Park Avenue Road Kochi – 11 Ph: ++91-484-2367334/2383988 Email : [email protected]

DTPC Thrissur

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Palace Road, Chembukkavu, Thrissur Ph: ++91- 487-2320800 Email : [email protected]

DTPC Malappuram The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Uphill, Malappuram – 5 Ph : ++91-483-2731504 Email : [email protected]

DTPC Palakkad

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) West Fort Road, Palakkad Ph : ++91-491-2538996 Fax: ++91-491-2530566 Email : [email protected]

DTPC Kozhikode

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Mananchira, Kozhikode – 1 Ph : ++91-495-2720012 Fax:++91-495-2370582 Email : [email protected]

DTPC Wayanad

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Civil Station, North Kalpetta Wayanad – 673122 Ph : ++91-4936-202134 Email : [email protected]

DTPC Kannur

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Kannur – 2 Ph: ++91-497-2706336 Email : [email protected]

DTPC Kasaragod

The Secretary District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Vidya Nagar Kasaragod – 671 123 Email : [email protected]

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Kattikkayam Waterfall - A Captivating Spot for Adventure Seekers

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Perched in Melukavu, a small village in Kottayam, the Kattikkayam Waterfalls is a secluded haven beckoning adventure enthusiasts to its untamed beauty. Cascading in three distinct tiers, the water crashes against the rocks from a height of 50 feet, allowing spectators to witness a serene stream's transformation into a powerful waterfall. Embark on a brief trek along a trail adorned with tall, swaying grass and meandering streams, and you will reach the base of the falls, where you can dive into its awe-inspiring splendour.  It is located about 3 km from the renowned Illikkal Kallu. This place is a gem for groups with a mix of interests – great for those who want to unwind, embark on hiking adventures, or indulge in swimming activities. Be cautious while walking across the slippery rocks, and stay alert to the unpredicted flow of water. Though the journey towards the falls may be challenging, it promises a rich reward in the form of awe-inspiring beauty.  Contact: District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Kodimatha P. O., Kottayam-686013 Phone : +91 481 256 0479 Email: [email protected] Getting There: Nearest Bus Stop : Erattupetta Bus Stand, about 17. 1 km Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam Railway Station, about 54 .7 km Nearest Airport:  Cochin International Airport, about 80.8 km

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Thrissur DTPC launches budget friendly tourism packages

Thrissur: Are you planning a trip with your family, but worried about the budget? The District Tourism Promotion Council offers vacation tour packages to Parampikkulam, Munnar, Wayanad, Muziris Heritage Site, Siruvani, Dhyanalinga, Pazhani, Thenmala, Kanoli and Rameswaram. DTPC’s packages are a wonderful opportunity to visit various tourism centers along with your family at reasonable expenditure. The package fees include breakfast, dinner and accommodation. The District Tourism Promotion Council has been running the tour packages for a year now. The direct supervision of the District Collector ensures that the safety of the packages and the facilities are excellent. The District Tourism has arranged air-conditioned vehicles, Wi-Fi and full-time guides for the tourists. There are provisions for group booking too. For bookings call 0484-2320800 **Parampikkulam Wildlife Safari** Picture a journey through dense forests laced with encounters with spotted deer and peacock and a trek in the inner wild of Parampikkulam. You can see Parampikkulam and Thunakkadav dams. Also included in the package is a bamboo raft ride in Peruvarippallam. Dates: May 8, 14, 18. Cost Rs 1750 per head **Munnar Hill Tour** DTPC arranges a two day package tour to Munnar where the temperature hovers under 7 degrees Celsius. Accommodation, travel, food, entry fees and boating are included. Kundala dam, Mattuppetti dam, Top Station, Lockhart Plantation and Anayinangal dam are the main attractions. Dates May 28-29, Cost Rs 2350 per head **Wayanad Jungle Tour** It is a two day ride through Thamarassery mountain pass traversing Wayanad’s jungle, mountain and cave. It includes a visit to Kuruva Island, Pookkode Lake, Wayanad museum, Tholpetti jeep safari, Thirunelli temple and Banasurasagar dam. The boating in Pookode Lake and the jeep ride in Tholpetti will be unforgettable experiences. Date: May 21-22, Cost Rs 2999 per head **Muziris Heritage Tour** It is a daylong tour that takes in all the centers of the Muziris Heritage project. The DTPC has arranged a package including food, vehicle, tea and snacks in the tour which will be entertaining and informative for children and grownups alike. Date: May 7, cost Rs 875 per head **Siruvani, Dhyanalinga** Siruvani dam and waterfalls are among the major tourist attractions of Kerala. One reaches the Dhyanalinga temple under Isha Foundation after enjoying the splendor of Suruvani. After the holy dip in Chandrakund and Surykund there, one proceeds to attend the Nada worship at Lingabhairavi temple and the meditation at Dhyanalinga temple to complete the package. Date: May 10, cost Rs 1650 per head **Pazhani pilgrimage** DTPC facilitates a darshan of the golden chariot during the holidays via its Pazhani pilgrimage. The package takes care of special queue, lunch and dinner. All travelers will get prasad (offering) kits too. Date: May 31, cost Rs 1000 per head **Thenmala Ecosafari** Thenmala is India’s first ecotourism project. Thenmala’s Adventure Zone, Leisure Zone and Musical Fountain will be covered. Accommodation for those arriving under the DTPC package is being arranged by Eco tenders equipped with all facilities of Thenmala. One can also visit Palaruvi waterfalls, Punalur suspension bridge, deer park and children’s park. Date May 24-25, cost Rs 3390 per head **Backwater safari** A ride through Canoli backwaters, a godsend destination in Thrissur is bound to dispel all burdens of the summer heat. The package starts at 8 in the morning and covers Vilangankunnu a.k.a the oxygen reservoir of Thrissur, Guruvayoor Anakkotta with its nearly 60 elephants, a four hour boat ride including a sumptuous lunch in the boat and is topped off by watching the glorious sunset at Thalikkulam Snehatheeram Park before returning. Date: May 27, cost Rs 875 per head

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Will Tourism Dollars Help Fund Anaheim’s Affordable Housing Trust?

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Anaheim City Councilwoman Natalie Rubalcava wants to use tourism tax dollars – intended to market and improve the resort district – to help fund a housing trust that could bring more affordable homes to Orange County’s largest city.

It’s money that state auditors in a report released earlier this year accused the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce of improperly using to lobby nearly two dozen elected officials and support the campaigns of resort friendly candidates for more than a decade.

The funds were given to the Chamber by the city’s tourism bureau – Visit Anaheim, the tourism promotion bureau the self-assessed hotel taxes were originally meant to fund. 

[ Read: Is it Legal to Spend Tourism Dollars to Lobby Elected Officials? ]

The state auditor’s report came on the heels of sworn FBI affidavits in 2022 and an independent investigation report released in 2023 that both allege Disneyland resort interests exert undue influence over city hall.

During the Disneyland expansion discussion earlier this month, Rubalcava, who is facing a recall election in June, publicly asked Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock what if they would be willing to direct a portion of tourism dollars used to support housing resort workers.

Potrock said they have discussed the idea with members of the resort community and called it a wonderful solution to bring a sustainable revenue stream to fund affordable housing.

“If we can do that,” he said at the April 16 city council meeting. “That money can be bonded and generate, again, a very high multiple of other opportunities for investment regardless of how you want to use that.”

Potrock said that the Disneyland Resort has supported in writing using some of that money for housing, but that they are not the sole decision makers.

“We are more than happy to take a leadership position, saying that we support it, and would ask people to follow our lead in that particular instance. I think that’s a really, really sound approach for trying to find another revenue source for affordable housing,” he said.

The discussion came right before Rubalcava and council members – a majority of whom had their campaigns heavily supported by Disney – unanimously approved a 40-year agreement to expand the company’s iconic theme park.

[ Read: Anaheim Approves $2 Billion Disneyland Forward Expansion ]

With the expansion, Disney representatives have promised to put $30 million over 5 years into a housing trust city officials are in the process of establishing in Anaheim . The specifics of the trust are still unclear.

A host of residents and activists questioned if it was enough to help address the housing needs in the city while city staff and Disney representatives say its the largest private investment towards housing the city has ever seen in a nonresidential project.

A recent progress report showed that about 80% of homes approved to be built last year in Anaheim were for above moderate income families and about 11% were for low income and very low income families.

The County’s median income is close to $128,000, according to the state’s Department of Housing and Community Development . A four-person household making less than roughly $115,000 a year is considered low income and less than nearly $72,000 is considered very low income.

Can Tourism Dollars Fund Affordable Housing?

The tourism money in question comes from a 2% tax local hoteliers impose on their rooms in the Anaheim resort area as part of the Tourism Improvement District the city established in 2010 for marketing the resort area.

In turn, the city collects that money then sends it to Visit Anaheim.

Following the release of the state auditor’s report at the end of January, Deputy City Manager Greg Garcia told council members that the tourism dollars could be repurposed but it would have to be up to the hoteliers themselves.

Mike Lyster, a city spokesman said in a Monday email, the city is in support of using some of the tourism dollars to help fund affordable housing in Anaheim.

“It’s too early to know exactly what could go to affordable housing. That is an ongoing discussion involving hoteliers who assess themselves for ATID,” Lyster wrote. “Changing funding is a matter of updating ATID bylaws, should hoteliers agree.”

Lyster added some hoteliers have expressed interest in repurposing the public tourism dollars for affordable housing. 

The Anaheim Tourism Improvement District is made up of about 100 hotels and motels in the resort area.

The tax is projected to generate close to $31 million dollars for 12 months through this June, according to the city’s website .

The Shadow Cast by a Public Corruption Scandal

Rubalcava’s support for the idea comes as she is expected to face a recall election in June after independent investigators accused her of misconduct and opposed Measure A, a failed ballot measure that would’ve raised wages for hotel workers.

The councilwoman has publicly denied the allegations. 

[ Read: Who’s Spending in the Recall Election of Anaheim Councilwoman Natalie Rubalcava? ]

Visit Anaheim and its spending became the focus point of a state audit after independent investigators found the tourism bureau took $1.5 million of the $6.5 million COVID relief dollars they were given by the city council and sent the money to a Chamber of Commerce controlled nonprofit. 

[ Read: Anaheim Officials Refuse To Audit Tourism Bureau’s Alleged Illegal Diversion of COVID Funds ] 

Investigators accused former Visit Anaheim CEO Jay Burress of being a part of a conspiracy concocted by former Mayor Harry Sidhu and former Chamber CEO Todd Ament.

Ament and Sidhu have both pleaded guilty to federal charges.

Burress resigned from his position at the tourism bureau last year.

State auditors found that the tourism bureau had millions in reserves from tourism tax dollars and the city did not need to send them the bailout money. 

Hosam Elattar is a Voice of OC reporter and corps member with Report for America, a GroundTruth initiative. Contact him at [email protected] or on Twitter @ElattarHosam.

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