Thanks, mrpenny and tilos. Your perspective was very helpful. We've decided to skip the Loop.
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Christmas in Chicago? in the Americas - United States of America Branch
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Two week break in the Asia - Indian Subcontinent Branch
You can also go to Gwalior by train from Agra. It is quite nice, and not a tourist hotspot at all. Has an impressive fort, and some great...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Letter of Invitation for Armenia visa in the Europe - Eastern Europe and the Caucasus Branch
everbrite - Good point, and I agree with you. I was only wondering if OP even needs a LOI since the Armenian embassy in India doesn't have...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Advice on Train: Agra to Delhi in the Asia - Indian Subcontinent Branch
I know that Radisson is pretty close to the airport. But it would be expensive too.
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Poland-itinerary advice in the Europe - Eastern Europe and the Caucasus Branch
In my opinion you're spending too little time in Krakow. I spent 4 days there last year, and still felt like I needed a little more time....
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Letter of Invitation for Armenia visa in the Europe - Eastern Europe and the Caucasus Branch
Are you an Indian citizen in India, or living elsewhere? I'm not sure what the guidelines are to get a visa from India, but the Armenian...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called india in september/october? in the Asia - Indian Subcontinent Branch
I agree with #2 and #3 that Southern India is much more than just the beaches. If you're interested in cultural experiences, history and...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Jammu to Lhasa via Pakistan by Road/Bus in the Asia - Indian Subcontinent Branch
There are no land border crossings into China or Pakistan from India through Kashmir. Your only option is to come back to Amritsar in order...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Navigating Indian Railway Stations in the Asia - Indian Subcontinent Branch
Trains are a great (and inexpensive) way of seeing India. The ease of navigating a railway station depends on a number of factors but in...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Indian Itinerary in the Asia - Indian Subcontinent Branch
I'm sorry that I misinterpreted the tone of your post, and I'm happy to be corrected. I wasn't miffed, just unsure. That's why I asked, and...
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nijkerk, is that a real question, or are you disturbed merely because someone had a different opinion than yours? I'd be happy to answer if...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Indian Itinerary in the Asia - Indian Subcontinent Branch
I like your itinerary... a lot. I do think you have to keep it kinda tentative and play it by the ear once you get there, but I think...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called 3 Week December Itinerary in the Asia - Indian Subcontinent Branch
Delhi or Jaipur (?)...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called getting to cities in Rajasthan direct from Amritsar in the Asia - Indian Subcontinent Branch
Amritsar Jaipur Express, as the name suggests, connects Amritsar with Jaipur. Direct train, no change. Doesn't go via Delhi. Runs twice a...
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