Budget Trip to Kollam

Affordable Kollam Travel

Kollam is a city in the state of Kerala in India. It's known for its beaches, temples and backwaters but it's also home to some great budget-friendly restaurants and hotels that allow travelers to experience the local culture while saving money on accommodation costs. To help you get started planning your trip to Kollam, here are some tips on how best to spend your money while traveling there:

Brief overview of Kollam as a tourist destination

Kollam is a city in the Indian state of Kerala. It is located on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake and is known for its backwaters, beaches, lagoons and palaces. The city was once known as Quilon and this name has been used by many people to refer to the present day city.

Kollam has a population of more than 400 thousand people who are mainly Hindus, Christians & Muslims (together making up 97% of total population). There are also 3% Buddhists & Jains living here too! The remaining 4% belong to other religions like Judaism & Sikhism etc...

Importance of budget travel for travelers

Budget travel is important for travelers who want to save money on transportation, accommodation and food. Kollam is a great place to explore with its natural beauty and cultural heritage. You can visit the most popular tourist attractions in Kollam that are budget-friendly like Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple, Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple, Mattancherry Palace or St Mary's Church etc.

Discuss  budget-friendly transportation options such as buses, trains, and shared cabs

Kollam is well-connected to other cities in Kerala and many parts of India. The city has good bus services, which are affordable, convenient and reliable. Buses are the most common form of public transportation in this part of India. They are air-conditioned and mostly run on fixed routes with a fixed schedule. Most buses have their own ticketing system where you can purchase tickets online before your trip or at the nearest bus stand from where it departs from if there aren't any ticket vending machines available at that time.

There are also shared cabs available within Kollam town itself for short distances between locations like hotels or shopping malls but these tend to be quite expensive because they're not cheap compared with taxis from places outside its limits (which might take longer).

Highlight the pros and cons of each option

Let's take a look at each option and its pros and cons.

The budget option is great if you're on a tight budget, but it might not be worth it if you want to do some sightseeing or go swimming in the sea. If you plan to stay longer than two days, this is also not an ideal choice as hotels are very expensive in Kollam. It would be better if we could find accommodation near our destination so that we don't have too much walking distance between our hotel room and attractions like malls or restaurants.

We could take advantage of family discounts at any hotel chain where there's an existing relationship with us (like with Best Western), but then again these discounts aren't really available for everyone - only those who make reservations through their direct website (like Expedia).

Provide tips on how to save money on transportation

Carpooling app that connects drivers with passengers who need rides on a daily basis, like UberPool or Lyft Line are two good examples of this type of service; they have their own apps as well as websites so you can always find them easily online if necessary! But there are many other ways too like using your friend's carpool or hiring one yourself if he has extra seats available in his car at the moment... there's really no limit to how much money you can save by using these kind of services!

Affordable Accommodation Options in Kollam

The first option is the hotel which will cost you around Rs 5,000/- per night. It has a good location, but it lacks in terms of infrastructure. It also has no parking facility and hence you have to walk a few minutes from your vehicle to reach the hotel itself. The rooms are spacious enough but not very clean or well maintained either!

The second option is a homestay house where you can stay with locals for around Rs 1,500/- per night (including breakfast). While this kind of accommodation offers more privacy than hotels do, there are certain disadvantages too – it’s difficult finding someone who speaks English fluently and understands what kind of cuisine people would like when traveling on a budget; moreover most locals prefer eating their own food rather than someone else’s cuisine so most times they don’t even offer any food at all unless requested directly by guests themselves .

Highlight the pros and cons of each option

Buses

A good option for budget travelers, buses are the most affordable way to travel. They'll cost you around Rs. 10-15 per Km and can be taken by anyone who holds a valid ticket or pass. However, buses are quite crowded during peak hours and it might be difficult to find seats on public transport.

Trains

Trains aren't as cheap as buses but they offer comfortable seating options along with Wi-Fi access at most stations (unless you're travelling during off-peak hours). You can also get meal vouchers from various vendors on board if you're looking for something more substantial than snacks or soft drinks! The other advantage is that trains run along main routes which makes it easier to get around town quickly instead of having multiple transfers between bus stops and train stations like in some cities where there isn't much else besides walking distance apart from those two options."

Discuss popular tourist attractions in Kollam that are budget-friendly such as Ashtamudi Lake, Thangassery Light House, and Kollam Beach

The Ashtamudi Lake is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Kerala. The lake has been formed by a dam on the Vembanadu Canal and its water is used to generate hydroelectric power. It also provides drinking water to several villages around it, including Kollam city itself. The lake is surrounded by lush green hills which makes it an ideal spot for picnics or just spending time outdoors with family and friends!

Thangassery Light House

This lighthouse stands tall at the height of 131 feet (40 meters), making it one of the highest lighthouses in India! It was built during British colonial times as part of their effort to improve navigational conditions along this stretch between Trivandrum Port City and Vizhinjam Port city near Quilon port area; today it continues serving its original purpose even though there may be better alternatives available nowadays due mainly because they're cheaper than buying new ones every few years due mostly because they're cheaper than buying new ones every few years; however if you're willing then maybe try contacting someone about buying second-hand ones instead since they still work perfectly well despite being old technology now days so don't worry too much about saving money here since these shops usually offer discounts so don't worry too much

Highlight the pros and cons of each option

Pros - Kollam's beaches are clean and sandy, with no shortage of fun activities for kids or adults. There are also lots of restaurants where you can eat delicious food at low prices.

Cons - The climate can get very hot during the summer months (from April through October), so it's best to visit during cooler times like November or December instead. Also, while there are plenty of hotels in Kollam city center near its most popular attractions like St Mary’s Cathedral and Arakkal Thoma Church (the oldest Christian church in Kerala), there aren't many places outside those areas--meaning that if you want an even more authentic experience without having drive around aimlessly looking for something open every five minutes when everything else is closed down then this might not be an ideal vacation spot after all!

Budget-Friendly Food Options in Kollam

Kollam is one of the best places to get a taste of local cuisine. You can enjoy a good meal at any restaurant here and not worry about spending too much money. There are plenty of options for budget-friendly food in Kollam, but we have narrowed it down to our top five picks:

[The Green Gajar]

The Green Gajar is located on George Town beach road which makes it perfect for those who want to eat outdoors during the day or night. The restaurant serves traditional Kerala dishes like thalis (plate meals), idli (steamed rice cakes) and dosas (thin pancakes). They also have some western dishes such as burgers, steaks and pizzas available if you're looking for something more substantial than just kerala dishes!

Discuss the local cuisine of Kollam and the best places to try it on a budget

Kollam is a city in Kerala, India. It is famous for its seafood and local cuisine. The people of Kollam are very friendly and will warmly welcome you to their city. They love talking about food and will happily share their favorite recipes with you. If you want to try some authentic Kollam dishes on a budget, here are some ideas:

Fish Curry (Tasty Fish Curry) - This dish consists of fish pieces cooked in coconut milk along with spices like turmeric, red chili powder or even garlic paste if you like it hot! You can make this recipe at home by buying fresh fish from any market or supermarket near your house – no need for prep time here! Just follow these simple steps: First prepare curry paste using coconut milk instead of water; second fry all ingredients together until golden brown on both sides then pour into vessel containing hot remaining liquid so that they heat evenly throughout all ingredients while cooking process continues until done thoroughly through out entire dish including inside each piece(s)! Thirdly sprinkle garam masala over top before serving up hot steaming bowlfuls which should be eaten immediately after being taken out from oven/stove top since they won't stay warm long enough once removed from oven/stove top even though they might still seem warm enough upon first bite but trust me when I say those flavors get better when eaten freshly prepared right away rather than waiting too long before eating them again."

With the information provided in this blog post, you should be able to find affordable accommodation, make the most out of your budget and still have a great vacation experience. The best way to save money on transportation is by using public transport options like buses or trains rather than taxis or cars that charge high fares per kilometer driven.