Imagine spending an unhurried day on a houseboat with your partner—floating through the emerald backwaters of Alleppey or gliding across the still, postcard-perfect Dal Lake in Kashmir.

For couples planning a honeymoon or a meaningful getaway within India, these two destinations remain favourites for their emotional pull and distinctly romantic settings.

While Alleppey promises uninterrupted hours on a traditional Kerala houseboat, wrapped in warm breezes and palm-fringed canals, Kashmir offers the cinematic charm of shikaras drifting across crystal-clear Himalayan waters.

Both experiences feel intimate, yet each delivers a different kind of romance.

Here’s a closer look at what sets them apart:

1. The Romantic Setting: Alleppey vs Kashmir

Alleppey Houseboats:

Alleppey’s lush web of

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