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27-Dec-2009 02:05
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27-Dec-2009 06:03
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What is this BPT rice available in India?
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26-Dec-2009 18:53
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27-Dec-2009 02:58
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Only slightly belated due to India internet, but.... We had a wonderful Christmas celebration in the Ramapir No Tekra slum in Ahmedabad yesterday. The Tekra is the largest slum in Ahmedabad, roughly 250,000 people, and the NGO that I'm with has been working with this group for roughly 20 years.
Take a look at the Christmas Celebration Pics and see how Christmas SHOULD look.
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26-Dec-2009 18:46
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Dear fellow travelers,
I plan to travel to Kerala and spend time watching and photographying Theyyam at Kasargod in Feb '10.
This would be my first trip to Kerala and a rather shorter one (5-6 days). I want to completely devote my time to Theyyams (photographying life anf rituals of the Theyyam dancers at a temple). I need help in if somebody has a contact in northern kerala who can help me stay very close to a temple and also help me get access to traditional dancers (and also help me understand the ritualsin Hindi/English). Any leads would be very helpful.
Thanks
Cheers
M.
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26-Dec-2009 16:42
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26-Dec-2009 16:42
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The Police in Hampi a wonderful little tourist town in southern India are looking for a missing Englishman. His name is Michael Yandell, 60.
Unfortunately all they have here is bad fax sent out by the British consulate that in unidentifiable. I said I would help the try to track him down. The best of all outcomes would be to track him down alive and well. If something may have happened to him they are looking for anyone who has run across him and so they can trace his last movements. He may be sick or hurt somewhere.
What they really need now is someone who might have a decent photo of him they could email to me and I could pass along. I agreed to try to help because I am his age and travel on my own a lot and would really like someone looking for me if I went missing.
I will look on Facebook for a photo but if anyone knows of any other social networking sites that might ha...
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26-Dec-2009 15:06
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26-Dec-2009 20:15
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Hi all,
My teenager daughter and I arrived yesterday (christmas eve) at Beach & Lake resort just near Trivandrum we are a bit hot & bothered (recovering from food poisoning also) and wondered what else we could do here.
We are at the resort for 10 days, we like it here and we are a bit wussy about wandering around by ourselves and also finding the humidity a bit much.
We had a tour of Rajasthan before we came south and while fascinating we did find the beggars, touts, hawkers and such a bit confronting.
We are on a average "australian" budget we've staged in mid-range accommodation previously in Rajasthan. Any suggestions welcome, scenic, shopping or otherwise, not great risk takers.
We will be spending a week at Kovalam after this also.
(We have looked at KTDC which looks ok)
Thanks for reading,
Marie
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26-Dec-2009 07:32
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27-Dec-2009 00:12
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Hello everyone,
I would like to join a group of young people (20-35) who would like to trek in India (Himalayas or other) during the month of March.
I am 23 myself. Please, anyone with suggestions on where to find such groups are welcome! Or, if someone out there is interested to join me, please do! :)
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26-Dec-2009 03:52
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27-Dec-2009 02:49
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Hi - first of all - Merry Christmas :)
Reading the replies on my original thread - I've decided to give driving in India a miss! I arrive in Mumbai on 28th Jan and have 11 days to kill before I have to meet some friends in Goa.
I've always wanted to visit Varanasi. Do you think it's feasable to hire a driver to go there and then to Goa over 10 days? I know it's a bit of an odd route. I hate flying so want to avoid flights at all costs!
When I was in India last, I hired a driver from Delhi but it was a few years ago and I can't remember how I found the guy. Is there a place online I could enquire about pricing?
As usual, thanks in advance everyone.
Stephen.
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26-Dec-2009 03:29
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27-Dec-2009 00:04
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What is the situation with Majnu ka Tilla these days?
There was talk of it being demolished to make way for a road.
Can I still stay there?
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26-Dec-2009 00:52
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26-Dec-2009 02:43
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I would like to have a salwar kameez made up for my daughter shortly after arriving in Trivandrum. Can anyone tell me how long this is likely to take, what it’s likely to cost (approx.), and maybe recommend a shop in the Kovalam or Trivandrum area? Thanks!
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25-Dec-2009 21:11
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26-Dec-2009 14:29
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Hello all!
I know it sounds crazy, but we have two nights and one full day in Mumbai before heading on for Goa.
We don't want to run around like crazy, but what can we do in one day to get a nice impression of the city and see the most important places? Is it possible to do Elephanta for examlpe and still see some other interesting things? Or what could you advise us?
Thanks for your help!
michael
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25-Dec-2009 07:00
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26-Dec-2009 22:15
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Is there anywhere to study basic Cantonese and/or Mandarin in India?
Preferably in Himachal Pradesh or Delhi.
(I know that there are Tibetan classes)
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25-Dec-2009 04:30
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25-Dec-2009 04:49
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Hi!
Is there anyone out there who would like to share a taxi to the airport, leaving Paharganj/New Delhi station around 1am or 1.30am on 1st Jan, to save money, and so I don't have to take a taxi by myself in the middle of the night.
Preferably female(s) or mixed group but would consider sharing with males - not anti-male, just exercising caution! :o)
My flight's at 5am, but I've been warned you should check in 3 hours before at Delhi. If I find out other information which contradicts that advice I would leave anytime up to 2.30am.
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25-Dec-2009 02:53
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25-Dec-2009 20:49
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Hi hi, I have one weekend in Mumbai and want explore the nightlife.Does anyone know in which neighbourhood its best to gor for bars and clubs? Any nice hotel close by?
Thank you all very much,
Gummo
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25-Dec-2009 01:05
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25-Dec-2009 01:05
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Hello,
We wish to visit Nameri National Park in January aand wish to seek following information.
We would like to know about accommodation close to park or within both by government and private (Hotels) and the charge per room and also if possible recommend one.
How one can reach in best manner from Guwahati, how long does it take to reach and also cost of hiring a vehicle.
Does one has to hire a vehicle to visit park or is it possible for to trek with the help fo guide?
We believe one can do boating in the river in Nameri. How much does the boat charge per person?
Kindly let us know with other related information soon as possible.
Thanks.
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24-Dec-2009 22:23
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Kaladan »
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25-Dec-2009 21:24
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musafir »
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Hello,
I am planning a trip to India in late August/early September 2010.
My itinerary will cover the area of Delhi/Agra and the surrounding area. I am also considering a week in Goa.
My major concern is the weather this time a year.
Will it be a huge pain due to the monsun? How often does it rain and how long will the rain last? Can I expect a lot of intererence in public transport due to rain? Any other comments/thoughts?
Thanks a lot!
Regards,
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