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Forum: Asia
Aug 12th, 2021, 07:34 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

And a bit more touring around Mumbai... We...

And a bit more touring around Mumbai...

We continued to work with Indian Panorama, who arranged a guide for a day and a driver for the remainder of our stay. Our guide, Manick, was wonderful -...
Forum: Asia
Aug 12th, 2021, 06:49 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

jacketwatch - the Taj was a perfect ending to our...

jacketwatch - the Taj was a perfect ending to our trip. And KL sounds fascinating. Maybe someday!

vpsingh - I’m so happy you enjoyed my photos! The hotel was such a wonderful treat for us - not...
Forum: Asia
Jul 1st, 2021, 11:23 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

jacketwatch, the stay at the Taj Palace and Tower...

jacketwatch, the stay at the Taj Palace and Tower was a real treat - not our usual type of accommodation, but it really made the end of the trip special. I would’ve loved another day or more just to...
Forum: Asia
Jun 30th, 2021, 01:00 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Like it or not, the British Colonial architecture...

Like it or not, the British Colonial architecture is an amazing part of the landscape of Mumbai.
...
Forum: Asia
Jun 30th, 2021, 12:41 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

The Taj Mahal Palace and Tower Hotel consists of...

The Taj Mahal Palace and Tower Hotel consists of two separate buildings - the classic Palace, which was built in 1903 and was India's first luxury hotel. Wandering through the Palace really gives one...
Forum: Asia
Jun 30th, 2021, 12:18 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Taj Mahal Tower & Suite I was really giddy...

Taj Mahal Tower & Suite

I was really giddy when I entered the room to find the many touches that made our stay so special! Of course, that empty red carpet on the floor DID have "Happy...
Forum: Asia
Jun 30th, 2021, 11:53 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

I'm back and I promise to finish this TR! ...

I'm back and I promise to finish this TR!
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February 18, 2019
Back to Bombay! ! Now Mumbai, of course, and we loved it! A city with a reputation for crowds, grittiness, danger, and...
Forum: Asia
Jun 3rd, 2021, 08:02 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Hi, jacketwatch and annhig! I promise, shortly!...

Hi, jacketwatch and annhig! I promise, shortly! Almost done, but it's taking me far too long to sort through the photos! It's our last stop so maybe it's hard for me to say goodbye!

annhig, I...
Forum: Asia
May 30th, 2021, 02:38 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Hi, jacketwatch! Thanks for the continued...

Hi, jacketwatch! Thanks for the continued support! Yeah, I was really bummed for a while about missing the Big Meal, but now, after a year+ of the pandemic, it’s hard to imagine that I could get...
Forum: Asia
May 29th, 2021, 11:21 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Across the lake, we could see the Colombo Lotus...

Across the lake, we could see the Colombo Lotus Tower, It also reflects the symbolic landmark of Sri Lanka. As of 16 September 2019, the tower is currently the tallest self-supported structure in...
Forum: Asia
May 29th, 2021, 11:13 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

And on to Colombo! I had purposely scheduled one...

And on to Colombo! I had purposely scheduled one night in Colombo to make sure we get to the famous Ministry of Crab restaurant, which gets high praises here and elsewhere. Sadly, I was more than a...
Forum: Asia
May 29th, 2021, 10:36 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

During the planning of our trip, I read about...

During the planning of our trip, I read about Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya , a small rock temple just a few miles inland from the beach. Surprisingly, few people visit it, yet it has a very serene...
Forum: Asia
May 29th, 2021, 10:08 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Unawatuna beach is just a short drive away from...

Unawatuna beach is just a short drive away from Galle, and a good respite from the heat. A pleasant beach, popular with tourists and locals alike, slightly honky-tonk in feeling with its small shops...
Forum: Asia
May 16th, 2021, 04:49 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

So glad you’re enjoying this, annhig! Love the...

So glad you’re enjoying this, annhig! Love the story about Bill swimming at the beach - we didn’t feel quite that adventurous!

Soon to come - a visit to Unawatuna Beach and an off-the-beaten...
Forum: Asia
May 16th, 2021, 11:37 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Galle Fort, a world heritage site, reflects the...

Galle Fort, a world heritage site, reflects the history of the European powers that had occupied it during the last several centuries. Although first built by the Portuguese, it was extensively...
Forum: Asia
May 16th, 2021, 11:03 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Greenhorn, I'm so glad you're enjoying this and...

Greenhorn, I'm so glad you're enjoying this and interesting that we visited some of the same places. 98 Acres was one of my favorites because of those views, and Mango House was a small gem in Galle.
Forum: Asia
May 13th, 2021, 02:15 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

annhig, lovely and poignant story about meeting...

annhig, lovely and poignant story about meeting the owner in the tea shop in Galle. Making such a personal connection like that makes travel so rich. I love it when that happens. I wasn’t aware of...
Forum: Asia
May 12th, 2021, 01:34 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

jw, I thought the red dress might be a wedding...

jw, I thought the red dress might be a wedding dress - a nice mix of tradition and modern!

ian, boy did it get humid! A wee bit too much so for my comfort, unfortunately. The last day I was...
Forum: Asia
May 12th, 2021, 02:14 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

I don’t know the significance of a red bridal...

I don’t know the significance of a red bridal dress, but I assumed it was a bride, but maybe someone else knows whether it is or not.

I’m glad you’re enjoying this still, jw!
Forum: Asia
May 11th, 2021, 01:20 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Dutch Fort Ramparts Walking the ramparts is a...

Dutch Fort Ramparts
Walking the ramparts is a delight, experiencing it with locals and tourists alike, especially in the changing light
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Forum: Asia
May 11th, 2021, 12:52 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

And I'm back! I am trying to finish this before...

And I'm back! I am trying to finish this before another few months go by....

Leaving Ella....
With a little sadness, we left our little little paradise in Ella......
Forum: Asia
Mar 31st, 2021, 05:57 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

My pleasure! I’m so happy you’re still following...

My pleasure! I’m so happy you’re still following and enjoying this! Soon to come: Galle!
Forum: Asia
Mar 30th, 2021, 05:16 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Believe me, it wasn’t either of us sitting on the...

Believe me, it wasn’t either of us sitting on the edge of the bridge!

Glad you’re still enjoying the photos, annhig! Soon we’ll be in Galle so I’m sure those photos will look familiar to you.
Forum: Asia
Mar 30th, 2021, 12:15 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

98 Acres - a lovely place! ...

98 Acres - a lovely place!


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The cabins of 98 Acres, as seen from Little...
Forum: Asia
Mar 30th, 2021, 12:07 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 48,850
Posted By progol

Ella. We loved Ella, the laid-back,...

Ella. We loved Ella, the laid-back, backpack-style town, and though I felt less of a sense of Sri Lankan culture, it was a wonderfully relaxed place to be.

We stayed 3 nights at the lovely 98...
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