Category Archives: India

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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Delhi – First day of Gate 1 tour

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Wednesday, March 19th, Delhi, India I am a little behind with my blog entries. Combining poor or expensive Internet service at our hotels, and jet lag still being an issue, getting some sleep won out.  I will attempt to get … Continue reading →

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Delhi ~ Contrasts are huge as we move to new hotel

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Tuesday, March 18th, Delhi, India After breakfast it was time to say our goodbyes to Dick, Karen, Jan and Gary. We arranged a taxi through the Godwin Deluxe hotel to take us to our new home for the next two … Continue reading →

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Holi Festival and Street Walking at Night

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Monday, March 17th, New Delhi, India India is raw and colorful.  So far my impressions are mixed.  We have seen many smiling happy faces, kind people wishing us well.  We have also seen a seedier side of poverty, and too … Continue reading →

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Swaminarayan Akshardham, Drinks and High Tea at the Imperial Hotel

Posted on March 16, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Delhi, India ~ Sunday, March 16th SWAMINARAYAN AKSHARDHAM The morning was spent at Swaminarayan Akshardham. Opened in 2005, this modern day complex sits on a sprawling 100 acre site. “Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Delhi epitomises 10,000 years of Indian culture … Continue reading →

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Delhi ~ Don’t stop and smell the roses. You will get run over!

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Saturday – March 15th, Delhi, India Feeling great, excited to be here but sleep deprived, the six of us debated whether or not to take the “hop-on, hop-off” sightseeing bus or hire a private car which the hotel was recommending. … Continue reading →

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All six of us arrived safely in New Delhi

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Just a quick note to let you know we arrived safely in India.  It was a LONG trip for us – 12 hour flight Los Angeles to Beijing, then a four-hour lay over followed by another 7 hour flight from … Continue reading →

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JUST BOOKED – 15 day India and Nepal tour

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

I am so excited!  India has been on my wish list for a long time.  I am hoping to get “THE shot” of the Taj Mahal.  You know, the one you see on all the travel brochures. This particular tour … Continue reading →

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