http://www.indiamike.com/india New the Forum? Tell us a little bit about yourself. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:07:04 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.indiamike.com/india/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.indiamike.com/india http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/varanasi-to-siliguri-by-car-t95826/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:58:16 GMT Hi, I have looked into the train from varanasi to NJP... was wondering whether anyone knows how much a car with driver would cost from varanasi to siliguri? I realise I would have to pay for the return too and that this is prob going to be v expensive!? I looked into flights - none go direct and you end up even going to delhi or calcutta with massive stop-overs.. Im travelling with 1 other girl (we r both females)and we are already taking trains all over the place and this is towards the end of our 3 week trip and im worried we wont be able to face another 15 hr train journey! Thank you G Hi,

I have looked into the train from varanasi to NJP... was wondering whether anyone knows how much a car with driver would cost from varanasi to siliguri? I realise I would have to pay for the return too and that this is prob going to be v expensive!?

I looked into flights - none go direct and you end up even going to delhi or calcutta with massive stop-overs..

Im travelling with 1 other girl (we r both females)and we are already taking trains all over the place and this is towards the end of our 3 week trip and im worried we wont be able to face another 15 hr train journey!

Thank you

G ]]> Introduce Yourself Getta http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/varanasi-to-siliguri-by-car-t95826/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/first-trip-to-india-t95773/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:55:02 GMT Hey all,

Since I have been lurking here for the past week absorbing as much info as possible I thought I should introduce my self and start contributing some...ha....

This site has been a gold mine of information for me that has helped solidify my decision to buy plane tickets to India.

This will be my first trip to India... I fly into Mumbai in Mid January and plan on staying for atleast two months. Im doing a lot of research, but don't plan on putting together a tight itenerary.......I like traveling that way....

Anyhow, thanx to all who make this site what it is....Truly appreciated! ]]> Introduce Yourself spex http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/first-trip-to-india-t95773/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/just-bought-my-plane-ticket-t95764/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:35:35 GMT Bought my plane ticket today!!! First time in India!! My name is Daniel and I will be studying in Delhi from Jan 12. to April 5. Then April 5. to June. 3 Traveling around and enjoying the rest of the continent. I look forward to getting plenty of advice about where to go following my studies in New Delhi! Thanks all for the great posts! Daniel Bought my plane ticket today!!! First time in India!!
My name is Daniel and I will be studying in Delhi from Jan 12. to April 5. Then April 5. to June. 3 Traveling around and enjoying the rest of the continent.

I look forward to getting plenty of advice about where to go following my studies in New Delhi!

Thanks all for the great posts!

Daniel ]]> Introduce Yourself PolishDan http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/just-bought-my-plane-ticket-t95764/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/questions-about-india-travel-t95721/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:33:43 GMT Hi guys,i am going on an organised tour to India,il be flying out on my own and then join a tour once im there.I have quite a few qustions,so im going to list them an if anyone has an answer id be bery grateful. 1.) Upon arrival in Dehli i have pre paid for a tour representitve to meet me and escort me to my hostel.Im worried that judging by what people have said that its going to be impossible to spot this person amongst the crowds.What are my chances? 2.) I am hoping to do a Elephant ride,has anyone done one? 3.)I would like to purchase a few gifts,is that possible? Thanks in advance Charlie Hi guys,i am going on an organised tour to India,il be flying out on my own and then join a tour once im there.I have quite a few qustions,so im going to list them an if anyone has an answer id be bery grateful.
1.) Upon arrival in Dehli i have pre paid for a tour representitve to meet me and escort me to my hostel.Im worried that judging by what people have said that its going to be impossible to spot this person amongst the crowds.What are my chances?
2.) I am hoping to do a Elephant ride,has anyone done one?
3.)I would like to purchase a few gifts,is that possible?
Thanks in advance
Charlie ]]> Introduce Yourself charlie lou http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/questions-about-india-travel-t95721/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/first-visit-to-india-t95475/ Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:59:30 GMT Hi all,my name is Charlie,im 21 years old from England.Im going on an organised tour to India in Jan 2010,very nervous but excited all the same.Im worrying that im not packing the right things.If anyone has any tips i would be most grateful. Many thanks x Hi all,my name is Charlie,im 21 years old from England.Im going on an organised tour to India in Jan 2010,very nervous but excited all the same.Im worrying that im not packing the right things.If anyone has any tips i would be most grateful.
Many thanks
x ]]> Introduce Yourself charlie lou http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/first-visit-to-india-t95475/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/got-it-now-t95465/ Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:14:07 GMT just realised that when you are reading posts in a thread the new thread option doesn't appear, only the reply option. not so stupid...? ]]> Introduce Yourself maxxi http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/got-it-now-t95465/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/cycling-cochin-to-coorg-t95464/ Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:01:34 GMT This is the only forum where I could find the button to start a new thread. Can't see how to post new thread in other forums. Am I stupid?
Have flight booked to Cochin 8 December, returning 13 Jan. Plan to take only hand luggage and buy a bike in Cochin to see Kerala and Coorg.
Would getting to Coorg be hard going for a cyclist? Was hoping to do some trekking there, leaving bike in a guesthouse. Would I need hiking boots or would trainers do? If likely to be muddy, should probably bring boots, but trying to keep luggage down.
Any help appreciated. This will be my first visit to India. ]]> Introduce Yourself maxxi http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/cycling-cochin-to-coorg-t95464/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/long-stay-travel-in-april-2010-need-urgent-advise-t95458/ Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:03:28 GMT Hi all: Canadian citizen, originally from Bangladesh, will travel and stay (3/4 months or more) in Indian hill stations starting from April 2010. What is peculiarity of this tour is that, I will be quitting my job to run away from everything for a year or so to write poems 24/7 along with travelling Bangladesh, India and some other countries. I am earnestly seeking advice from forum member for followings: 1. Would I be able to rent a secured house/apartment/bungalow/cottage in a less crowded hill stations for couple of months for 3/4 adults and 2 children? 2. If I do not get such accommodation, should I opt to stay in a homestay? Would that be secured? If it is, on which Indian hill stations with good road access to hospital, market etc? 3. If none of the above works, should I opt for staying in a resort or hotel apartment (is hotel apartment available?)? Would I be able to get a discounted rate for long stay? Since it is an unusual long trip, we do not like to stay in hotels and had never visited India, planning it became really very difficult for me. Please advise me. Regards Satyajit Hi all:

Canadian citizen, originally from Bangladesh, will travel and stay (3/4 months or more) in Indian hill stations starting from April 2010. What is peculiarity of this tour is that, I will be quitting my job to run away from everything for a year or so to write poems 24/7 along with travelling Bangladesh, India and some other countries. I am earnestly seeking advice from forum member for followings:

1. Would I be able to rent a secured house/apartment/bungalow/cottage in a less crowded hill stations for couple of months for 3/4 adults and 2 children?

2. If I do not get such accommodation, should I opt to stay in a homestay? Would that be secured? If it is, on which Indian hill stations with good road access to hospital, market etc?

3. If none of the above works, should I opt for staying in a resort or hotel apartment (is hotel apartment available?)? Would I be able to get a discounted rate for long stay?

Since it is an unusual long trip, we do not like to stay in hotels and had never visited India, planning it became really very difficult for me. Please advise me.

Regards
Satyajit ]]> Introduce Yourself satyajit123 http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/long-stay-travel-in-april-2010-need-urgent-advise-t95458/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/kolkata-to-goa-in-jan-feb-visa-and-vaccine-from-rok-t95375/ Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:27:03 GMT Hi everyone - I'm a new here, planning my first trip to India. Looking to go from Kolkata to Goa through Bodhgaya, Varansi, Khajuraho, Agra, New Delhi, Udaipur and Mumbai then back to Kolkata on a domestic flight.

Anyone have any budgeting advice for this route from early January to late February?

Also, I'm in South Korea. Does anyone have any experience processing a visa and getting vaccines in Busan?

Need to spend some more time sifting through the forums - links to places my questions have been answered are much appreciated!

Thanks! ]]> Introduce Yourself falstaff http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/kolkata-to-goa-in-jan-feb-visa-and-vaccine-from-rok-t95375/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/first-time-in-india-solo-female-volunteering-and-travelling-t95361/ Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:10:14 GMT Hello, First I want to thank India Mike for all the valuable information I have gleaned in the last few months! The forums have answered so many of my questions. I will be arriving in Delhi 3 Dec. and leaving for Jharkand 6 Dec to Volunteer for two months. I will then travel up to Nepal to renew my visa. After which I plan on traveling through out the country for at least three months. I would love to connect with other travelers during that time (approx. March to May) I am so very excited and a just a little nervous;) but again this site has been extremely helpful:D I look forward to posting on the forums with questions and future observations, Amie Blue Hello,
First I want to thank India Mike for all the valuable information I have gleaned in the last few months! The forums have answered so many of my questions.

I will be arriving in Delhi 3 Dec. and leaving for Jharkand 6 Dec to Volunteer for two months. I will then travel up to Nepal to renew my visa. After which I plan on traveling through out the country for at least three months. I would love to connect with other travelers during that time (approx. March to May)

I am so very excited and a just a little nervous;) but again this site has been extremely helpful:D

I look forward to posting on the forums with questions and future observations,
Amie Blue ]]> Introduce Yourself amieblue http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/first-time-in-india-solo-female-volunteering-and-travelling-t95361/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/the-long-and-winding-road-t95354/ Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:01:29 GMT Greetings, I have been addicted to the IM forum for some months now;so much invaluable information and advice and so many interesting people. I finally plucked up the courage to put 'script to screen' as I'm no wiz with a keyboard.Looking forward to meeting some of you good folks when we embark on a long and hopefully eventful voyage to India in the new year. I will be travelling with my wife.We don't have an itinerary finalized,but will probably have a question or two for you all nearer the time.We are presently living in Barbados, and now that the offspring (2 lovely daughters)have finally flown the nest, we can fulfill our dream of returning to India for a long period of time (also largely dependant on the rental of house).Anyway, fingers crossed and thanks again IM for the wonderful forum ]]> Introduce Yourself Raz11 http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/the-long-and-winding-road-t95354/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/hello-everyone-t95328/ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:18:46 GMT Hi all,
I am new to this site, just dropping by to say Hello!!
I'm Bedelia and I was just browsing the web and found this site interesting ]]> Introduce Yourself bedeliavelez http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/hello-everyone-t95328/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/hello-from-bangalore-t95311/ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:52:23 GMT Hello All, Its my pleasure to meet you all!!!! Am Manu from Bangalore, working with an IT firm as Business Analyst, Basically from Kerala. Planning for a HP visit coming December especially Manali, Dharmashala and all. like to hear from all .. tks all :rolleyes: Hello All,

Its my pleasure to meet you all!!!!

Am Manu from Bangalore, working with an IT firm as Business Analyst, Basically from Kerala.

Planning for a HP visit coming December especially Manali, Dharmashala and all.

like to hear from all ..

tks all :rolleyes: ]]> Introduce Yourself Manuswaroop http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/hello-from-bangalore-t95311/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/hello-i-m-zara-t95269/ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:07:38 GMT Hello, I am new to this forums and I'm found this site interesting and useful. I’m looking forward to join on the forums, helping people out with my thoughts and learning from others. ]]> Introduce Yourself Zara http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/hello-i-m-zara-t95269/ http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/on-the-road-again-t95254/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:06:12 GMT Hi all - going again to India in 9 days time - can't wait. First time was in my twenties overland from the UK. Second time lived in Kashmir for 18 months and ended up getting married in Mapusa, Goa - ah the romance of it ! Been back several times since - this time will be 3 months in Rajasthan, Goa, Kerala then hopefully Kumba Mela in Hardwar.
I've been reading posts on this site for months now and found out a lot of new information.
Cheers guys. ]]> Introduce Yourself eastlands http://www.indiamike.com/india/introduce-yourself-f76/on-the-road-again-t95254/