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  1. Pirate_at_50 avatar

    RE: Delhi-Rajasthan-Gujurat

    by Pirate_at_50 14 May 2012

    The quarry, where the rock came from to build the fort in Diu, is worth a stroll through. Hard to find, but worth it.

  2. Pirate_at_50 avatar

    RE: Delhi-Rajasthan-Gujurat

    by Pirate_at_50 14 May 2012

    +Diu is the only place in Gujarat that could be described as touristy+ Diu is the only place mentioned that is not in Gujarat. It is…

  3. Grahamapoole avatar

    RE: Gir Nature Reserve

    by Grahamapoole 11 May 2012

    Took the train to pilgrimage town Junagadh from Ahmedabad - worth spending time there - then on to Sasangir by bus. The passengers were…

  4. Pirate_at_50 avatar

    RE: Gir forest

    by Pirate_at_50 05 May 2012

    All you'll find there are Indian accommodations - hopefully they'll treat you nicely. It's not on the "white folk" path as a rule. …

  5. Pirate_at_50 avatar

    RE: Gir Forest and Diu

    by Pirate_at_50 25 April 2012

    They'll build it once they've succeeded (or while they're failing, more likely) with the "beach resorts" that they have on the boards…

  6. indianresident avatar

    RE: Gir Forest and Diu

    by indianresident 25 April 2012

    I am just flabbergasted (anyone uses this word anymore?) that they wouldnt consider building a 24-28 km bridge across the gulf of cambhay…

  7. Pirate_at_50 avatar

    RE: Gir Forest and Diu

    by Pirate_at_50 25 April 2012

    Not as far as I know. And as far as Diu goes, it's a cute little place to see once. There're a few interesting things and during the week,…

  8. indianresident avatar

    RE: Gir Forest and Diu

    by indianresident 25 April 2012

    great. and there is absolutely no way to get to diu by boat/ferry?

  9. Pirate_at_50 avatar

    RE: Gir Forest and Diu

    by Pirate_at_50 23 April 2012

    If it is still the same, there's a daily flight from Mumbai to Diu. I stayed at Hotel Ganga Sagar at Nagoa Beach. It's the only hotel…

  10. indianresident avatar

    Gir Forest and Diu

    by indianresident 23 April 2012

    Am planning a trip to gir reserve in gujarat as well as Diu and Veraval. Is mid May a bad time? what are recommended resorts/places…

  11. Incrediblediu avatar

    RE: Gujarat - Calling Pirate and others

    by Incrediblediu 13 April 2012

    why not heading to Diu, a small island near gujarat, were you dont have to worry about Alcohol..!!

  12. Yamahuh avatar

    Re: Jaisalmer to northern Goa - Best way??

    by Yamahuh 10 April 2012

    Have done some reading on Diu - not sure about it. Is there anywhere that would have beaches without lashing monsoon rains in early October…

  13. travellersareus avatar

    Re: Long Term Stay

    by travellersareus 28 February 2012

    thanks Spacecadet. Your info should be very useful. The reason my inquiry is vague is because we are so open as to where we end up. Our…

  14. Giora avatar

    RE: Gujarat? + General India Travel Advice

    by Giora 16 January 2012

    Hi, I've never been to the Rajasthan Desert Festival, so I can't really comment on how that would compare to Gujarat. As you say, Gujarat…

  15. Jabberwocky avatar

    RE: Sleeper bus Bombay to Diu

    by Jabberwocky 13 January 2012

    One more thing - while booking, tell the person at the counter that this is the first time you are taking this bus, and ask them for the…

  16. klongyai avatar

    Re: Sleeper bus Bombay to Diu

    by klongyai 12 January 2012

    Thanks for the information Jabberwocky now I know what to expect when I book my ticket

  17. Jabberwocky avatar

    RE: Sleeper bus Bombay to Diu

    by Jabberwocky 12 January 2012

    The pick up in Mumbai is near Md. Ali road, in Mazagaon, and in Dadar. Mostly private buses.

  18. klongyai avatar

    Re: Sleeper bus Bombay to Diu

    by klongyai 11 January 2012

    cheers pirate at least i know i wont be dropped off 20 miles from where i want to be i will probably stay in the town for a few days…

  19. Pirate_at_50 avatar

    RE: Sleeper bus Bombay to Diu

    by Pirate_at_50 11 January 2012

    Diu is a tiny place. They will drop you at the main bus stand (ONLY bus stand) just at the edge of town. Not far to accom in Diu City,…

  20. klongyai avatar

    Sleeper bus Bombay to Diu

    by klongyai 11 January 2012

    Hi I will be arriving in Bombay next week has anyone taken the sleeper bus from Coloba or Fort to Diu if so where is the pick up in…

  21. zoltan avatar

    RE: A swim in August!

    by zoltan 02 January 2012

    *WHERE* are you intending to be during August ? There are beaches all along the south and East of the country. Not to mention the rivers…

  22. tombali avatar

    RE: Please recommend a quiet beach town in Gujarat - not Diu

    by tombali 25 December 2011

    I second Mandvi as well ,fasinating place as is Palitana if u are in the area

  23. Giora avatar

    RE: Please recommend a quiet beach town in Gujarat - not Diu

    by Giora 21 December 2011

    Hi, I can't remember the name of the budget hotel. It's in the Lonely Planet, with a description of something along the lines of "This…

  24. hyginstsforindia avatar

    RE: Please recommend a quiet beach town in Gujarat - not Diu

    by hyginstsforindia 19 December 2011

    Let me know if you find a place as I'm planning to go to Gujarat next year.

  25. Giora avatar

    RE: Please recommend a quiet beach town in Gujarat - not Diu

    by Giora 19 December 2011

    I really, really enjoyed Mandvi. The town is very relaxed and friendly, the ship-building industry here is very interesting. The budget…

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