How Coonoor has emerged as a southern rival to the west’s Goa & Alibaug and Mussoorie in the North Financial Express
Although there is a long history of affluent city-dwellers owning second homes in popular places such as Goa and Mussoorie, this trend has gained momentum since the pandemic. In addition to rising disposable incomes, this is due in part to remote work becoming increasingly common. Traditional options include tropical and ‘beachy’ destinations such as Goa and Alibaug, as well as more temperate towns such as Mashobra or Darjeeling. Coonoor is a relatively recent entrant to this club but has quietly become a popular choice among a small clutch of urban elite who are looking for an unspoilt but also convenient location for a second home.
