07. Mar, 2010 
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Hotel Tom’s will not be found in any guide book of Bangalore or South India. It’s not fancy, not sexy, and certainly not convenient to the major attractions of the city. It is, however, a short walk from the Casa Cottage, our “home” while in this city. Casa’s staff referred us for dinner as we [...]
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04. Mar, 2010 1 Comment
After a few hours of crossing Bangalore in a car, darting from one tourist sight to another, stretching your legs on MG & Brigade Road is a welcome find. Travel guides will certainly point you in this direction given the access to Western and Indian shops as well as hotels, cafes and numerous restaurants. My [...]
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04. Mar, 2010 2 Comments
The Bull Temple of Bangalore is adjacent from Dodda Ganesha Temple, a short walk up the hill. Tourists traveling by car & driver are smart to leave their shoes in the car as they exit given both temples require you to remove your shoes. If traveling by bus or walking, bring a cheap pair of [...]
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04. Mar, 2010 0 Comments
Although not on my list of places to eat while briefly touring the city of Bangalore, Hotel Empire was a recommendation by our driver. Initially he had planned to take us to a 5 star, white linen tablecloth location to which my reply was, not expensive, just neat and clean. His choice was a good [...]
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22. Feb, 2010 1 Comment
All other festivals will be overshadowed this month by the celebration of Holi. As a tourist traveling through India at this time, be forewarned locals take this festival very seriously. If you’re not interested in noise, fireworks and the chance of getting dirty, do your best to avoid any open spaces outside of your hotel. [...]
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07. Mar, 2010 0 Comments
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01. Mar, 2010 2 Comments
Traveling to South India for 3 weeks with a fairly firm itinerary in place, but…
I’m looking for any suggestions on non-tourist sights, shops or places to visit in or near the following locations: Bangalore, Hassan, Mysore, Ooty, Cochin, Periyar, Madurai, Trichy, Tanjore, Pondicherry, Mamallapuram, Chennai.
I’ll be on the ground beginning March 4. Looking forward to [...]
28. Feb, 2010 0 Comments
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25. Feb, 2010 2 Comments
On March 1st, all of India will be celebrating Holi. This year I’ll be en route to Bengaluru, where the festivities will be finished by the time the plane arrives. I had a chance to celebrate Holi in New Delhi with friends 2 years ago for which I am still grateful. Why? Because Holi demands [...]
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23. Feb, 2010 0 Comments
All travelers to India wonder at some point how and where their laundry needs will be met while on the road. Hotel and private laundry services work well if your itinerary allows enough turnaround time. Do-it-yourself laundry is a simple way to keep your supply of clean socks and underwear under control.
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Varanasi- One of the oldest living cities in the world and one of the seven sacred cities of the Hindus. Depending on who you speak with, the city is commonly referred to as Banaras as well as Kashi. Tourists come here to experience the rich history of music, arts, crafts, education, spiritualism and more. Visitors arrive expecting to stay a few days and leave 6 months later. Read On...
EAT: Bangalore, Hotel Tom’s
Do: Bangalore, MG Road & Brigade Road
SEE: Bangalore, Bull Temple
EAT: Bangalore, Hotel Empire
