Summer getaways: Agatti Islands, Madikeri and more

Madikeri, Karnataka

Gangtok

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We invited readers to share their summer getaway suggestions with us -- those idyllic spots where we love unwinding when the heat is on, scooting off for a few days of uninterrupted bliss. Here are some of the responses we recieved:

First, Parag Chivate shares his getaway:

Getaway: Agatti Islands, Lakshadweep

Description: Pamper yourself!

Sights: Agatti Island, Bangaram Island. There are facilities for scuba diving, snorkeling, water skiing and day and night sail boats for hire. Take fishing trips, sightseeing and excursions to nearby uninhabited islands at Bangaram, Thinnakara, Parali Islands and Kalpitty.

Eats: At the Agatti Resort.

Shopping: Nothing as such.

How to get there: From Cochin by flight or sea.

Accommodation: At the Agatti Resort.

Tariff: Rs 5,000 to 7,000