Author Archives: boogkb

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 →

This is both an introduction to the trip, and an introduction for those who are new to following this blog.   When we, or now I, travel a post is done most days.   Summary of the day, and pictures.  … Continue reading →

A very easy end to the voyage. Credibly long fast track line, but moved through rapidly and was through immigration by 10 after seven. caught taxi to the Acela. Viewing deck was very full may be a third of the … Continue reading →

QB continues to improve though still quite a ways to go to fully recover energy. At sea, en route to New Yorkwe pass to the south of Georges Bank.This is a large submerged sandbank between Cape Cod and Cape Sable … Continue reading →

QB better but not recovered enough to continue the trip. we will head from the boat directly to Rhode Island. Chilly,39 degrees, foggy. We are in the north Atlantic 😀 A real trooper. I was doing laps on the deck … Continue reading →