Category Archives: Asia

Back from Istanbul

Posted on 6 May 2008 by k

We had a lovely weekend in Istanbul. A bit of sunshine and blue water do to the body good. We’ve just returned, but For a sneak peak at the photos before full posts follow in the coming days, click here.

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Indian Workethic

Posted on 18 January 2008 by k

My MBA class included an interesting individual who hailed from India. From the country’s elite class, she enjoyed a privileged life. As a daughter of a wealthy business man, she grew up in a home with servants to deliver on … Continue reading →

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Indian Safari: Athripally

Posted on 17 January 2008 by k

As, is generally the case, guidebooks tell you what others like to see. But, if you’re looking to see things slightly off the beaten path, you need enough time to explore, or a contact on the ground to make recommendations … Continue reading →

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Alleppey – Venice of the East

Posted on 16 January 2008 by k

Just about every place we’ve been recently tries to liken a small part of their city or town to Venice. And having been to Venice ourselves, we understand why. It’s dreamy and romantic. But, understandably, having been to many of … Continue reading →

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Periyar – Spicy…

Posted on 15 January 2008 by k

After a lengthy drive, we arrived in Periyar just after noon. We dropped our bags in the hotel room (they upgraded us to a room larger than our London flat), we picked up some snacks on the way and arrived … Continue reading →

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Munnar – Land of Rolling Green Hills

Posted on 14 January 2008 by k

Sometimes in a children’s fairytale, the illustrator will depict pristine, well manicured, low-growing hills of green. Once upon a time, G and I felt we had found the source of their inspiration. Surely, they were depicting the Italian and French … Continue reading →

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Cochin – Entering God’s Own Country

Posted on 13 January 2008 by k

Cochin was our gateway into the state of Kerala, self-proclaimed God’s Own Country. Until this point, we had made our own travel arrangements. But as we reviewed the guide books in advance of our trip, we were overwhelmed by the … Continue reading →

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