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About Tim and Joanne Joseph

Hi and welcome! We are Tim and Joanne Joseph and we have just embarked on our latest adventure. We hope you will join us!

India and Nepal ~ a wrap up, the good, the bad and the ugly

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

  Before I get too entrenched in Barcelona, I wanted to recap what we experienced and learned in India and Nepal.  This was both a challenging and a rewarding trip and I have mixed feelings about our time there. First … Continue reading →

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Barcelona ~ It took both years and days to get here

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Happy April Fools Day Everyone! Tim and I have arrived safe and sound in Barcelona.   The reason I say it took years is that we have had to cancel three previous attempts to get here.  The first was right … Continue reading →

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Nepal ~ Kathmandu, People, Kumari, Himalayan Mountains

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

March 27-30th, Nepal By the time we arrived in Nepal I was burned out on temples, stupas and religious monuments.  This was totally unfair to Nepal, which has an abundance of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, several of which we saw. … Continue reading →

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Varanasi, India ~ Ganges River Boat Ride at Dawn, Prayers, Bathing and Cremations

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Wednesday, March 26th, Varanasi, India This was our last full day in Varanasi and it started early.  The first scheduled event was to witness the morning rituals along the Ganges River by boat.  On the bus at 5:00, we got … Continue reading →

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Khajuraho, Varanasi, Evening Sacred Prayer Ceremony on Ganges River

Posted on March 30, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Tuesday, March 25th tour of Khajuraho, flight to Varanasi and evening on the Ganges River Our walk from the bus to the first monuments offered up several photo ops: Khajuraho Group of Monuments The Western Temples included the Bharatji Temple, … Continue reading →

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Shatabdi Express Train, Chaturbhuj Temple and bus to Khajuraho

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Monday, March 24th, On a train Today is a travel day.  The rail system in India was on time, however that is not always the case I was told.  The station was old, but not overly crowded as we waited … Continue reading →

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Agra ~ Taj Mahal, I’timad-ud-Daulah, Agra Fort

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Sunday, March 23, Agra, India Taj Mahal For as long as I can remember I have dreamed of visiting the Taj Mahal.  Truly a monument to love, and considered by many as one of the seven wonders of the world. … Continue reading →

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Jaipur to Agra ~ School visit, Abhaneri Chand Baori (stepwell), Harshat Mata temple

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Saturday, March 22nd ~ Driving from Jaipur to Agra Actually I should rephrase that.  We were riding in a bus, not driving.  I can not even imagine trying to drive here.  There are absolutely NO rules to the road other … Continue reading →

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Jaipur – Amber Fort, Elephant ride, Jantar Mantar, and Maharaja City Palace

Posted on March 23, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Friday March 21st, Jaipur, India Amber Fort The highlight today was a visit to the Amber Fort.  Dating back to the 16th century and sitting high on the hill overlooking the Maota Lake.  Known for its artistic architectural style it … Continue reading →

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Delhi to Jaipur – The wheels on the bus go ’round and ’round

Posted on March 22, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Thursday March 20th – Travel day Delhi to Jaipur Before leaving Delhi we have a brief photo stop at the tallest monument, largest and oldest brick minaret in India.  Built in 1192, it was used as a watchtower, made of … Continue reading →

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