Usuário convidado
14 de abril de 2024
We embarked on a journey to Vythiri Village Resort, a property of Club Mahindra, generously sponsored by a friend who is a club member. Our route from Aluva took us through scenic, winding roads, passing through bustling towns like Thrissur, Perintal***na, and ***jeri. Google served as our trusty guide, leading us ***** the shortest and least congested path. Despite being labeled as a State Highway, the roads felt more like narrow country lanes. Our quest for a decent breakfast spot ***** the way proved challenging, with the towns just beginning to stir even at 9:00 AM. Finally, in Perital***na at 9:30 AM, we stumbled upon a vegetarian (Udupi) restaurant, our only option at the time. Although the food was standard fare, it failed to match the quality we've experienced at other Udupi restaurants. As we journeyed onwards, we were struck by the scarcity of roadside eateries typical of highways. We navigated our way through Mukkom and the 'Thazhvaram' before ascending through the Thamaressery Churam, where the scenery was awe-inspiring but the roads too narrow for overtaking slow-moving traffic. Upon reaching the plateau in Wayanad where Vythiri is nestled, we were greeted by the impressive, wooded expanse of the resort. While the reception and accommodations provided by Club Mahindra were satisfactory, other facilities within the Vythiri Village Resort seemed neglected and unoccupied. Our first meal at the resort's restaurant left much to be desired, with overpriced dishes that failed to impress. Undeterred, we explored the resort's 47-acre campus, indulging in activities like a short zipline ride and taking a dip in one of the two swimming pools. The following day, we embarked on an early morning ride through the forest to the Kerala border and beyond to Gundalpet. Although we didn't encounter any elephants or bisons, sightings of deer and a peacock added to the charm of the journey. Breakfast at a restaurant near the border was underwhelming, prompting us to forgo a second helping. Our return journey, marred by increasing traffic, felt long and tiresome. Disappointed by the lack of dining options in Vythiri, we decided to check out early the next day, opting for a longer route via Mepaddy, Gudalur, and Ooty. The scenic climb to Ooty was marred by potholed roads, but we found respite in a satisfying breakfast at Paradise vegetarian restaurant. The search for decent eateries continued in Ooty, highlighting the scarcity of dining options ***** hillside roads. Our drive through Coonoor was hindered by bad roads, with smooth sailing only after reaching Mettupalayam. Finally, after a long journey, we arrived back at our starting point in Aluva at 5:00 PM. Throughout our trip, the lack of quality restrooms and dining options, especially ***** hillside routes, was a recurring challenge. While the journey offered glimpses of breathtaking scenery, the overall experience left us unenthused about returning to these locales.
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