Orange County Resorts & Hotels Ltd.
‘Orange County’ changes its brand name to ‘Evolve Back’. Nothing changes about us. Just our name. Read more
Welcome to the enchanting world of Evolve Back Resorts – a world of luxury holiday experiences, so steeped in the lore of the land, in the culture of its people and in the untainted natural beauty of the region, that it enjoins you to be one with the Spirit of the Land.
Step seamlessly into the laid-back world of Coffee, Spice and Plantation Life.
A wildlife experience inspired by the Kadu Kuruba Hadis or local tribal villages
A boutique palace resort inspired by the glorious 14th century Vijayanagara Empire.
At Evolve Back, we leave no stone unturned to give you the most luxurious holiday. Yet, no stone is turned unnecessarily, and the natural balance of man and his environment is preserved and protected. What you get with us are the world’s most exclusive holidays, where you are drawn into the warp and weft of indigenous cultures without losing out on the luxuries that are your privilege. An experience that helps you discover that the mind, body, and soul are in perfect harmony when you are one with the spirit of the land.
If God was in the details, this would be a pilgrimage. No effort, nor expense, has been spared to make your dwelling an absolute haven of luxury, while highlighting the romance of ethnic style. From the architecture to the interiors, from the fittings to the bric-a-brac, every little detail has been seamlessly integrated within a vernacular vision, to ensure that your mind, body and soul are infused with the 'Spirit of the land'.
The kitchens of Evolve Back are famed for the originality and sumptuousness of their platters. Made from the freshest and finest produce, and served in some of the most spectacular settings, the Evolve Back repast offers an extensive selection of the finest in Indian and Continental cuisines. Our table also boasts a creative vernacular flavour with chefs conjuring up delicacies inspired by the local food idiom.
While the luxuries of your villa might make you consider inactivity the perfect form of activity, Evolve Back offers enough Spirit of the land temptations for you to step out of your comfort zone. So, whether it be an interactive story telling sessions or an early morning wildlife safari; a visit to the Royal Enclosure at hampi or sharing make-up secrets with a local Kodava beauty. The platter of activities is designed to draw you out, and help you become part of the rich and varied nature and culture of the land.
Experience the Spirit of the land through journeys across multiple destinations. Our bouquet of specially crafted itineraries allow you to combine various experiences – Heritage, Wildlife & Plantation – while reaping added benefits like special rates, complimentary transfers and more.
Experience the Spirit of the land through journeys across multiple destinations. Our bouquet of specially crafted itineraries allow you to combine various experiences – Heritage, Wildlife & Plantation – while
LIFESCAPES shares with you, a slice of life from our lands. Every month, we share with you the nature and culture from around our resorts, told in a single, compelling picture with a short commentary. We hope that you will enjoy and share the joy of this Responsible Tourism Initiative with your friends.
LIFESCAPES shares with you, a slice of life from our lands. Every month, we share with you the nature and culture from around our resorts, told in a single, compelling picture with a short commentary. We hope that you will enjoy and share the joy of this Responsible Tourism Initiative with your friends.
LIFESCAPES shares with you, a slice of life from our lands. Every month, we share with you the nature and culture from around our resorts, told in a single, compelling picture with a short commentary. We hope that you will enjoy and share the joy of this Responsible Tourism Initiative with your friends.
LOCAL HEROES is an inspired effort from us to bring to our growing audience of discerning opinion makers, enriching and endearing stories about real life heroes from around our resorts, in the form of a monthly Video / Photo story.
LOCAL HEROES is an inspired effort from us to bring to our growing audience of discerning opinion makers, enriching and endearing stories about real life heroes from around our resorts, in the form of a monthly Video / Photo story.
LOCAL HEROES is an inspired effort from us to bring to our growing audience of discerning opinion makers, enriching and endearing stories about real life heroes from around our resorts, in the form of a monthly Video / Photo story.
As you sow, so shall you reap! This is true, both literally and as a metaphor, for Juli and Vivek Cariappa who exchanged the predictability and comfort of urban existence for the perils and triumphs of a life amidst nature. Armed with a passion for natural farming, an alternate road map of life and tons of resilience, this couple and their children sprouted a dream that was seeded in a deep respect for the land and the elements that sustain life.
Today, ‘Krac-a-Dawna’ farm is an exemplary model of successful small-scale organic agriculture in India, heralding a new dawn of food production. It is also a mission statement, living proof of what it really means to follow your heart and live your ideals.
Five centuries back - Vijayanagar kingdom and the Gods of Hampi. Materialistic wealth was perhaps arguably the highest in the world. Now all is lost. What remains is in ruins but the architectural beauty and their greatness in embracing 'one God many manifestations ' philosophy lingers on in the idols of the Gods of Hampi still standing tall, albeit broken and vandalised, defying vagaries of Nature and petty mindedness of the despots. There are innumerable number of idols of various deities but
Five centuries back - Vijayanagar kingdom and the Gods of Hampi. Materialistic wealth was perhaps arguably the highest in the world. Now all is lost. What remains is in ruins but the
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While we have evolved over the years, our spirit has remained the same. Today, as we prepare to expand the locational footprint of our resorts further into India, Africa, and Asia, we have found the need to rename ourselves to reflect our spirit.
We hereby reaffirm that Orange County Resorts & Hotels Ltd, the parent company of the ‘Evolve Back’ brand, continues to be owned by the House of Ramapuram. The management and operations of the resorts remain the same. Our people and values are the same. Our resorts and holiday experiences at Coorg, Kabini, and Hampi remain the same. We remain rooted to our philosophy of ‘Spirit of the land’.
To read a personal letter from our Chairman on the name change.
