Monthly Archives: February 2025

Very early morning with a 6am departure. Early departure this morning. Up at 5:00 a.m. for an early flight. not much of a breakfast, cold Indian bread with some type of potato inside. Took a bite that was enough. Communication … Continue reading →

The hotel room and facilities are just fine, but certainly not a modernized hotel. People come here clearly for the setting which is spectacular. View from my window is dominated by pigeons  Slept soundly through the night, only to … Continue reading →

I spoke with Bhswani and asked him the usual question. His long, rambling answer described the American political system as having two main parties and now a “Third Way.” He seemed to imply, without explicitly stating, that India has more … Continue reading →

A light morning before joining up with A&K tour group at noon. Not many stationary stores around. This one was very helpful and sold me a new pen for ₹80. They could not find a fisher refill or another refill … Continue reading →

Today’s initial plan Bombay bazaars – chor bazaar and Bhindi For breakfast, I ordered, Sabudana vada, also known as sabu vada, a traditional deep-fried fritter from Maharashtra. Made from tapioca pearls (sabudana), mashed potatoes, peanuts, and spices. Often served with … Continue reading →

Another day of touring planned. Breakfast at the Taj. They seem to know me by now because of my apparently strange request for no salt. They have accommodated brilliantly. Plan: Dabbawala tour & Dharavi tour ( The Dharavi slum tour) … Continue reading →

Long day, long post. So far I have spoken to four people. Asked each of them what they thought of America, in each case they brought up Trump as the first item. Your country is in trouble like ours. They … Continue reading →

Taj Palace hotel “Somewheres East of Suez.”  Arrived at 03:30 immigration and then to hotel. immigration very busy even long line to get through the main channel. Very nice pick up and ride to the hotel. Hotel is about 29 … Continue reading →