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22-Nov-2009 21:42
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ajricho1 »
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22-Nov-2009 21:42
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heading to northern india and goa next week wanting to know if singlets and thongs are ok? i am a male just want to show respect!
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22-Nov-2009 21:07
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22-Nov-2009 21:07
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Hi All,
Anybody give some pointers for a 3 to 4 week up to $100 a day trip? Must Go's/Don't Go's!!
Probably fly into Delhi and out from Trivandrum.
I know it's a little subjective but there you go..................
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22-Nov-2009 20:00
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22-Nov-2009 20:00
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Hello,
Anyone familiar with the Village Guesthouse in Palolem? Lots of good reviews in Tripadvisor, but all reviewers posted just 1 review, so that makes me a bit suspicious.
Aquila
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22-Nov-2009 19:43
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22-Nov-2009 19:43
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Hi everyone,
I'll be arriving on a Airasia flight at Cochin airport on the 2nd December. I've looked at the airports website, and some Cochin tourist sites, but none of them mention public transport from the airport into Cochin town. Does anyone know the best way to do this?
I've read something about prepaid taxis, but I don't really know what that means. I'm on my own, but only have a small rucksack, so a crowded bus is fine, if there is one. Any tips welcome, it's the first time I've been to India, so I know pretty much nothing at the minute! Thanks
Terri
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22-Nov-2009 17:29
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zashy »
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22-Nov-2009 19:18
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zashy »
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Hey all: I found this nice place to stay in Pune. here's the link:http://www.marigold-inn.com/index.asp
Liked the people running the place!
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22-Nov-2009 17:18
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22-Nov-2009 20:55
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I am just wrapping up my 4th trip to India and found a wonderful place to stay that I would like to share with other travellers. It is very affordable, excellent value, and well located.
My husband and I have used Mayas Guest House as a base on our travels throughout India. This lovely bed and breakfast is located in a quiet safe neighborhood about 6 km from the airport. Since everything is so spread out in Delhi, we thought this would be a good choice. We can walk to a new deluxe shopping mall (10 minutes away) with western food as well as a selection of other food items. There is a movie theatre and many stores for regular items. There is a park nearby(5 minute walk) for running or walking. A man that sells furit right outside the complex. The Delhi Haat market with beautiful handicrafts(non touirsty and well priced) is a short tuk tuk ride away.
This is a mom and daug...
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22-Nov-2009 17:04
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stephanie_anne »
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22-Nov-2009 18:48
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cotswoldsman »
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Hi all,
I'm a Canadian planning a trip in Jan for four months to India. I'm in the process of submitting all of my paperwork and I'm curious if anyone has gone through this process. On the visa form, it asks for two Canadian references, which is no problemo, but after the Canadian references it asks for two Indian references. Now, as this is my first trip toIndia, I obviously have no Indian references and am at a loss as to what to do. Am I to leave it blank and explain that I don't know anyone in India? Will my Visa application be denied because of this?
Anyone of experienced advice with suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you SO much!
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22-Nov-2009 04:37
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fgarnierfollet »
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22-Nov-2009 18:54
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anilbari »
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I plan a trip in North India from 4th to 31th December, I want to do the following trip, can anybody tells me if it is feasable in 1 month
4th Dec arrival in Delhi
Visit Agra
visit Rajasthan (Fatehpur, Amber, Jaipur, Ajmer, Pushkar, Udaipur, Mt Abu, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer)
and Gujarat (Ahmedabad, Bhuj, Vadodara, Junagadh, Diu, palitana)
then Madhya Pradesh (Sanchi, Orchha, Khajuraho)
Varanasi and Bodhgaya finaly Kolkata
Flight to Delhi
visit Chandigarh and bac to Delhi to flight back on 31th Dec
Any advice to shorten the long travels?
Any stop to avoïd?
Any trick is welcome ;-)
Thanks
Florent
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22-Nov-2009 03:51
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glorplaxy »
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22-Nov-2009 19:56
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Midnite_Toker »
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Does anyone know of some good, quiet places to do some freshwater swimming in India?
I don't want to go to any beaches because the only nice looking ones look pretty crowded.
I am looking to do some swimming in a lake or river without a lot of people around. The more quiet the better!!!
Thanks!
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22-Nov-2009 03:02
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whatuk »
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22-Nov-2009 13:07
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sabchi »
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hi, i'm trying to find somewhere nice to stay on or near the beach in gokarna. does anyone have any idea? i wanted to stay at the gokarna internation on kudle beach, but they said they wont reserve a room for us till the end of december, and we're going in january so a little worried we wont be able to stay there.
thanks
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22-Nov-2009 01:38
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zvika_mr »
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22-Nov-2009 19:29
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mountaintourism »
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As far as i found out a group is required (2-4 persons). Now in Darjeeling, planning on Nagaland (Hornbill festival) around end of Nov.
zvimr@yahoo.com.
Edited by: zvika_mr
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22-Nov-2009 01:16
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Cheaptraveller »
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22-Nov-2009 19:40
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NonIndianResident »
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Hi
Looking for a cheap guesthouse that has a bit of tranquility in Delhi. Would be nice if it was a bit away from the tourist centres.
ta
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22-Nov-2009 01:12
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amtrakker »
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22-Nov-2009 14:27
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SoulCurry »
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Hi all
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22-Nov-2009 01:07
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amtrakker »
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22-Nov-2009 02:53
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LizandAlan »
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Anyone recommend a budget place to say in Old Goa, like getting up early and walking the streets, so would like to stay in the old town rather than Panjim.
Also, anyone suggest a homestay, cheap place (300-600Rp) in Benaulim,
All I need is fan room, squat toilet fine, prefer balcony and fridge to TV etc.
Thanks in advance for any replies
amtrakker
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22-Nov-2009 01:00
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zazoula »
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22-Nov-2009 19:10
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RobertNL »
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Hey there,
does anyone know about eco villages or similar projects in India apart from Auroville where you can live for a while and be a part of the community / help with tasks etc? preferrably living on site and joining the life there? I know there are heaps of projects going on about people living in places with visions about living in accordance to nature and being as less damaging as possible, and i'd love to go but all i can find is auroville - at the moment though i am in the west of india so i am just looking for opportunities. would consider volunteering also though i don't really want to pay loads of money to be part of a project - i don't mind donating but i am just not that rich........
many thanks!
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