Money: There is no limit to the amount of foreign currency that visitors can bring into kerala.

Banks:  Banks in kerala are open for transaction from 1000 - 1400 hrs. Saturdays 1000 -1200 hrs. Sundays are holidays in kerala.

Best time to visit kerala : •High Season in kerala: December-May-Monsoon Rejuvenation Programmes: June - November

 Travel kit:  Cotton outfits, hats, sun glasses, sunscreen lotion etc.are a must when travelling to kerala.

Credit cards: Main hotels, restaurants and shopping centres honour major credit cards.

Currency: Indian Rupee. Conversion rates Approximately:
• US$1 = Rs. 46.65 • DM1 = Rs. 21.50 • £1 = Rs. 68.54 • Euro = Rs. 43.00

Drugs: Heavy penalties are levied in kerala for possession of narcotic drugs .

Food:  All standard restaurants in kerala offer a variety of cuisines including Continental, Chinese, Indian and typical Kerala fare.

Accommodation:  Awide range of-optionsfrom luxury properties to budget hotels and motels are available across the length and breadth of kerala.

Emergency numbers in kerala :  Police control room: 100
Fire station: 101 , Ambulance: 101

International dial code: ++91-

Time: [Hours ahead (+), behind (-) on 1ST] USA: -10.30, Germany: -4.30, Canada: •10.30, France: -4.30, Australia: +4.30, Spain: -4.30, UAE: -1.30

Water:  Tap water which is supplied in kerala is purified and quite safe to drink. It is not advisable to drink from slow moving streams, lakes or dams. Mineral water is available in sealed bottles.