The Impact of the Kerala Floods On Hospitality and Tourism The floods in Kerala took place from July 2018 - August 2018, resulting in a death toll of over 400 making it one of the worst disasters in history. Tourism in the state As per the Ministry of Tourism, Kerala has 418 hotels and 12,672 rooms, 46% of which are in the premium (4-star and above) category. This apart, the state is a Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibition destinations for several Indian corporates. The state has a vibrant houseboat culture, which is part of the broader Kerala appeal and tourist loop. Several ancillary services like tourist guides, cabs, small tour operators and food and beverage outlets also depend on tourism-based revenue. Tourism accounts for 12% of Kerala's economy, 25% of the jobs in the state and the floods resulted in an 80% trip cancellations by tourists. Impact on Tourism Kerala is one of the most popular tourist destinations in I...