India Travel Forum

Hi

I am planning on being in Delhi for a couple of days, seeing the Old City, the national museum, etc...I will be returning after 2 weeks and was hoping to leave some luggage and return to teh same hotel..

Can anyone reccommend a hotel that is pretty centrally located for the things I'll be doing, fairly budget but not basic, and obviosly has a luggage storage facility?

Thanks!

Pls give me the contact no.of Hotel Sagarpriya at New Digha.I would like to Know whether rooms can be booked from Kolkata,if yes pls give me the details(address,Ph no. & contact person.)
I will be visiting Digha on 15.08.08

we plan to travel from Bangalore to Munnar by car around may 22.
how is the road on this route? how much time does this take?
what town on the way can we break for a halt?

thanks

we are planning visit to Munnar around may 23 for approx 4 days.
can some one recommend homestay in Munnar?
how is the weather around this time of year?

thanks

Hi everyone,

I'm spending this August on the west coast of India - flying into Mumbai and then travelling south by rail, with an extended stop-off in Goa.

Obviously, I'm travelling in monsoon season - which could pose a few problems. I wondered whether anyone could offer any advice - just how bad are the rains? How many hours a day does it not rain? Is the sea safe to swim in? Are there any particular places I should avoid because of the monsoon, or any places I should definitely see because of it (I've heard Kerala is pretty impressive in monsoon season)?

Thanks!

i m from Indore(Madhya Pradesh),india.what will be the route for me to reach lakshdweep.i'll prefer railway and ship route.

Has anyone from VT experienced villas/ guest houses rented out on a self catering arrangement in Munnar?

I am willing to pay upto £200/ week and have plans to go as a big family initially with my parents and wife, but for the weekend more family members(6) will join us.

Am I being unrealistic in expecting something for £200/ week to accomodate upto 10 people for 2 days (would be okay to share rooms and floor), but mainly 4 members for the rest of the stay.

Also, I am expecting monsoon rains in June...is it too bad, that I should reconsider?

Thank you

Hi all,

See there going to be a TV progarmme shown on the 19th May 2008 at 9pm on channel five which features a visit to Children Walking Tall and a tree house for the children by some of the British Navy on leave. Does anyone know if this programme will be shown in Goa? Our friends in Goa would love to see this programme.

Regards Sunglow.

Hi all,
Just back from another fantastic holiday again,
going to the same hotel every year we were wondering if it would be cheaper to book direct with Ronil beach then get a flight,can anyone help me to get there email address,regards Janet

I will be in and around Delhi from July to October this year and I would dearly like to buy myself a couple of pairs of spectacles. Does anybody have any suggestions? If so how long ought I to allow for their construction?
That's the important part of my visit! However, if anybody has any accommodation suggestions ( my tastes run to spartan, central-ish and clean) then I would be very pleased to listen.
I am a soon-to-retire teacher from Cambridge, UK.
Many thanks,
Chris

I will be spending the last fortnight of July in India - arriving in Delhi. Can someone give me some advice on which region is best to stay during this period of the year - I know it is monsoon time but have no choice!!
Thanks in advance - help!!!!!

hi, asked yesterday which is the best place to go in goa as boyfriend and i like exploring so beach holiday isnt really for us,was advised to go to baga beach,so which is the best hotel to stay in at baga beach,thanks

Hi. I ( we - 2 persons )am portuguese and going to Goa in October. We are looking for the cultural side of Goa not beach or sun. And we are also serious shoppers for antiques. Does anyone can offer advice on best areas for shopping antiques,good and reliable shops. how much bargaining should be done? any antique fais? when and where and does anyone local want to be our guide?
Could anyone reply to my personal email: alegrialima@yahoo.co.uk
Tks so much. Joćo

Hi. I am Portuguese travelling to Goa, in October. We are not keen on beaches or sun holidays.We want to see the area, the palaces, museums and go shopping antiques, not souvenirs but really antiques...Does anyone know good shopping areas for antiques? And names and locations of those shops. Does anyone know if there are antique fairs in Goa? if yes where and when.
Any futher information and tips how to go around are welcome as wellas names of restaurants for dinner. Thanks

hi, looking to go to goa next year and was wondering if anyone can give me some advice on the best part to go,my boyfriend and i are more of the adventure seeking tourist, can anyone help thanks,

hi all,
just been planning to head for goa, may not be right time of the year. However, would like to have some peaceful time. Anybody would like to join and have some descent time are most invited.

Have been to goa in past near baga beach. was nice though i must admit its bit difficult to know where abouts....


well, most welcome with the suggestion and info where would be nice to head and specially if someone needs company.

i've just been in contact with one of my friend and he promised me some good trips around.

cheers

pal

I am visiting Delhi for the last few weeks of June.
(I know this is not the ideal time of year!)
Can anybody tell me what the weather may be like?
Will the monsoons have arrived? Are they really bad? - Should I consider cancelling the trip?

What sort of clothing is advisable for June?

Is Mumbai weather much different in June?

Thanks Muchly

My brother who lives in Bangalore, and I, are planning to meet up in Kerela, and then drive back to Bangalore.

Schedule is Bangalore-Cochin-Ooty-Bandipur-Mysore-Bangalore. We are looking to hire a MPV (Innova/Sumo) for 10-12 days on a self drive option. I have looked at the majors (Avis/Hertz/Europcar) but find their cost too prohibitive.

Can you tell me if it is possible, and maybe pass on some contacts. My brother is a new banglorite and wouldn't have the contacts.

Thank you for reading this post, and much appreciate any help you can provide.

I'll be leaving the country for the first time (ever) and I'm wondering if anyone will be in the area as well around that time? I wouldn't mind company. Also, is anyone familiar with Roshan Villa? I've looked alll over the place and can't seem to find any pictures or a good description:/ Any help is appreciated.
Cheers.

i want to travel from goa to mumbai by ship . kindly give details about travel as individual and as a group. also give travel expenses by ship.along with timings of ship

Hi
we are group of friends( 4-8) decided to visit ladhak this july.

what are the places that can be covered in 5 days ?
how to book hotels ?
what if we take tour package ?
how will be the arrangements ?
what will be total expenditure ?

we are from Mumbai will be travelling in mid july or end of july.
From where trip will start ?
How much is total expenditure ?

what if we decide to reach ladhak by road from srinagar ? how much time it takes ? which is better option to reach by bus or flight ? as we are group of friends we dont want to spend 22K on flight from delhi / leh / delhi. or we go to delhi take a flight to leh and do return journey by road which is better ??

i am hoping to visit india soem time in the next few years as part of a round the world trip i was wondering could i safely leave my laptop in delhi in somewhere like a guesthouse while i go travelling round rajesthan and pick it up on my return. my main reason for briinging it will be for internet access record information and store photos. i`m wondering should i bring it or should i just carry a big pad or paper to write notes use a large memory card for storing photos and use internet cafes when i need internet access.

i dont mean to accuse all indians of being bad but my main concern is i have heard and read that some can be known to trick tourists and try to make fools out of them ie scans overcharging and i dont want my computer going missing neither do i want to carry it round everywhere

any advice appreciated

I want to do a 30 day cleansing/healing course of treatment of ayurveda.

The ideal situation would be one where there's a certain level of comfort but I don't want to pay too much. If I can get away with it, I'd like something that includes treatment, lodging and food for 1000 or fewer rupees per day.

Websites and phone numbers greatly appreciated.

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I am visiting srinagar 25th may onwords.I have fixed my itenary after reffering to diff forums.The avialable hotel accom in pahalgam doesnot suit my pocket.Now I am planning to visit pahalgam twice in my 6days stay at srinagar.Is it adviseable to do so if yes how do I divide places of interest in pahalgam in 2 parts.Secondly I intend to stay all my six days in a houseboat. Is it a right decision?

I was browsing the net today trying to find out more information about staying in an Ashram in India. There seems to be so many different options and yet very few locations really caught my attention. I checked out www.indiashram.com which gave some extra details about finding an Ashram and general guidance in what to look expect while living in India. It was definitely helpful in giving an overall picture of living in an ashram, but I still would like to know how I should prepare myself for an extended stay in India. Any suggestions?

HI,

Again - does anyone know of some accommodation from 28th December - 25th January. I know it is the most expensive time, but I think the places I went to are trying to rip me off. Last december - I went looking at accommodation and was told for the time of year I was going, and because of the length of time I am going, would be (after the 6th January) 800 rupees a night. Just come back from goa, and they want to charge me double for the whole 28 nights!
I found this is most of the places I went.

So can help me with a place to stay in calangute (not near the market, but within the area).

Thanks

Sylvie

Hi to all Globetrotters out there!

We might get posted this summer to either Mumbai or Hyderabad. My first thought was "Wow!", but what do I really know in order to make a decision for the next 3-4 years? I did some research on Mumbai, but the internet only gets you so far. We're in Ottawa, so no, I cannot hop on a plane to check it for myself. What I have heard, read, etc. fascinates me extremely! However, we're looking at starting a family, i. e. have a baby while we're over there and the extreme pollution in the major cities scares me. We've been posted to Damascus in the past, which was certainly not a candidate for any environmental awards, but tolerable for 2 years. Can anyone enlighten me a bit? How is the climate in/ around Hyderabad? Is it dry, is it humid (I'm pretty good with heat). Is it a major earthquake area? What about crime? Are there some ex-pats? Bigger hotels, good restaurants, English movie theatres? How about getting about? For any international flights out, where would one fly (which airlines are operating?)? How easy/ advisable are trips by car into the surrounding area? How about catching anything, if one is reasonably careful. Mind you: We're really not the paranoid cliche of North-Americans that spray everything with Lysol, who end up attracting all kinds of things anyways.
I'd be so grateful, if someone out there could find the time to answer some of my questions. If there's anything you'd like add, please feel free. It will be greatly appreciated!

Safe & happy travelling to all out there!

Nally

I know this is what everybody thinks when some have free time and thy just want to go somewhere and explore and have FUN...but the real Q is where should i go this time???

YES this is what is really confusing me all the time....Me and my friend have
around 7-9 days in this month and we really want to go somewhere...but i am really confused where to head....

I stay in calcutta and i have already visited places like Mumbi delhi jaipur goa....but this time i am very much open to all ideas.

But yes i will give U my preferences.....PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE HELP ME IN THESE......

1)i was thinking of trekking if possible (even though i dont know anything abut it)
2)some where cool
3) i dont have too much of budget may be somethng around 5000 to 7000 for whole trip
4)well i am not looking for luxury at all...the cheaper it gets the better for me....

If someone else is also interested to join us please let us know it would be gr8.....

I am waiting to hear from All......

thnks

MIks.....

Hi,

I will be traveling in India for about six weeks, and I'm trying to figure out the best way to stay connected with my family during that time. I just need to be able to text/email/call them once a day or so to tell them about my whereabouts and to say that I'm OK (they tend to worry). I was wondering ... is it possible to get some sort of a cellular phone that would work in most of the country? Would I have to buy a different SIM card in every town I visit? How does that work? How much could I expect to pay? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Many thanks!

-Alex

Had one year off since 1996 now looking for new accommodation available block booking mid Nov 2008 'til mid Mar 2009 Sinqerim or Northwards at least 1 bed, decent living space, ceiling fans, balcony/terrace, basic equipped kitchen and cable. What do you know?