Indian tourism has so far been mainly based on culture. Due to the change in the outlook of both the domestic and the international tourist, there is an urgent need for more emphasis on pleasure tourism. Culture tourism had many takers, but there is limit to project only the cultural aspect. Even though the cultural tourism concept has reaped many dividends, things are changing fast. Therefore, it can be incorporated only as a minor part of the tour packages. Projecting only the cultural aspect may backfire because the tastes and preferences of the modern generation are different. With each passing year even the traditional cultural events find fewer audiences.
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God is GREAT[/b]/]Kerala holiday packages ranging from one day to more than two weeks has been an instant hit with both the domestic and the international travelers. While the international tourist always plans for a holiday in advance, the domestic tourist often spent his time within the four walls of his home. In other instances, they just visited an exhibition or went out for a cinema.
All the age old notions concerning with leisure activities have undergone a sea change. Today during any holiday, almost all the prominent tourist centers are packed with the domestic tourists that are not inclined to spend their time within the four walls of their home. People want to enjoy their spare time in one way or the other.
In cities like Trivandrum almost all the major parks, museums and other places with amusement potential including the beaches are full of people during both the summer and winter holidays. Due to the rise in the transportation costs a family will have to shell out more money to reach a tourist destination. Even then, people do not mind spending the additional amount to enjoy a day out in the open. In addition to the amusements on offer and the possibility of more enjoyment, additional contacts can be made with people from other parts of the country.
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