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19th March 2018

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David & Janice The grey-haired-nomads

Devprayag
Another good one, Mike. Some particularly good photos and the panoramas are stunning as usual. David
From Blog: The energy giver and healer
16th March 2018

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Chasing serenity
This location draws people seeking meditation and enlightenment. Sorry to hear it has become a bit of a tourist event. But-- sounds like you had a great time. Love the Beatles references. I would enjoy the music in this area.
From Blog: 'Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da...'
16th March 2018

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Mike Fossey

Following in The Beatles' footsteps
I think Rishikesh was known for its vibe by Indians even before The Beatles made it so popular with Westerners. Without doubt, though, this is now a more relaxed and touristy place than the other holy cities we visited. Strangely, we didn't hear a lot of their tunes while we were there - although I have reminded myself since returning of how clever their music was (and still is).
From Blog: 'Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da...'
16th March 2018
On the road to the evening aarthi

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Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Fantastic photo
I love this one
From Blog: 'Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da...'
16th March 2018
On the road to the evening aarthi

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Mike Fossey

Another sadhu...
I can't resist them!
From Blog: 'Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da...'
16th March 2018

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Memorable
History, tradition, ritual, devotion, blessings, and so much more in vibrant India. Thanks for taking us along.
From Blog: Tea with a sadhu
16th March 2018

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Mike Fossey

The sadhu
Thank you for allowing me to take you to holy Haridwar. it's a seriously religious place, but encounters with people like that sadhu make it memorable for reasons other than its holiness. Interestingly too, although I didn't mention it in the blog, my brother and I had dinner with the family who owned the hotel - not in their hotel, but at their home - making our visit to Haridwar even more memorable.
From Blog: Tea with a sadhu
12th March 2018

Grey haired nomads
David & Janice The grey-haired-nomads

Nice one!
Hello Mike, Another great blog from a master of Indian travel. Your vast experience of this delightful country shines through in every word. Wonderful panoramas too! Thanks for sharing. Big brother, David
From Blog: 'Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da...'
12th March 2018

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Mike Fossey

'I’m So Tired' , 'Good Night'...
...Words from the end of each day of our adventure perhaps? No, just more appropriate tracks from The Beatles White Album! I know I should be finishing the financial accounts, but I have reminders on paper for them - and I need to write some blogs before the memories fade.
From Blog: 'Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da...'
12th March 2018

Prabhat
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Mesmerizing
Wow neatly written and well described , you made my soul travel with your words
From Blog: 'Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da...'
12th March 2018

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Mike Fossey

Travel is good for the soul...
...and that's what Rishikesh is about, I guess. Many people go there to 'find themselves' We went there on our spiritual journey mainly because of its proximity to where the Ganges begins, but found it relaxing and interestingly different to other holy places. I haven't seen a blog from you for a year or so - have you been tied to your desk? Oh, and look out shortly for my Bandhavgarh blog -we loved it. Have you been there again since your visit a few years back? Keep smiling!
From Blog: 'Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da...'
3rd March 2018
Temple at Har-ki-Pauri at sundown

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Amazing moments
Beautiful
From Blog: A mistreated goddess
3rd March 2018
Temple at Har-ki-Pauri at sundown

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Mike Fossey

This tour was full of amazing moments...
...so many, in fact, that we didn't have time to write blogs! Perhaps the programme was a bit over-ambitious for two men with a combined age of 155 years, but it was the only way to see so much in just a month. Now that we're home, the hard work begins - not sorting the thousands of photographs and writing even more thousands of words, but remembering what on earth we crammed into every day!
From Blog: A mistreated goddess
20th February 2018

Grey haired nomads
David & Janice The grey-haired-nomads

Old Mother Ganges
Yes, Mike, you paint it as it is. Only time will change the lives of those who so revere this ancient river, and a new passion for education so evident today can only accelerate the process. Want to borrow my rose-tinted spectacles? Thank you for sharing your great love of this country with me. Big brother, David
From Blog: A mistreated goddess
20th February 2018

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Mike Fossey

It had to be said
Our tour was filled with happiness, but I had to express my feelings about the sad plight of this holy river. Now I've said it, I won't need to repeat it in future blogs. Muskarate raho!
From Blog: A mistreated goddess
4th February 2018

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Weary travelers stumble forward
When in India eat Indian.... always a good plan. We always love following along your your travels. Love your temple tour. Eagerly awaiting more.
From Blog: There's a hint of Delhi in the air...
5th February 2018

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Mike Fossey

We may be in the autumn of our years...
...but there’s always a spring in our step! Alas, we’re always on the go and this has delayed our blogs. We will catch up eventually, but that may not be until after our month in this amazing land.
From Blog: There's a hint of Delhi in the air...
31st January 2018

Janice Fossey
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I’m with you in spirit
Thanks for another vibrant blog. But pace yourselves! I’m exhausted just reading about all your wonderful visits, sights, experiences, etc. Looking forward to the next one.
From Blog: There's a hint of Delhi in the air...
1st February 2018

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Mike Fossey

We could do with some spirit...
...most of the holy places have been 'dry' and now we both have colds. What we need is a hot toddy - with whisky
From Blog: There's a hint of Delhi in the air...
30th January 2018

Angie Williams
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Wonderful and so atmospheric
Well done Mike. Your blogs are always such a pleasure to read. I will never go to India but this is almost the next best thing !!
From Blog: There's a hint of Delhi in the air...
6th January 2018

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

A self confessed India addict
Wow, 12 visits over the years.... covering 29 states.... Love the faces and discoveries. We will be watching for each blogs and eager to see what birds you discover. MJ
From Blog: India Anonymous
7th January 2018

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Mike Fossey

This time, I'll be with my birder brother!
You already know that, while I photograph birds, I often don't have a clue what they are. However, I'm delighted to be taking my big brother David with me this time and he's much more knowledgeable about such things!
From Blog: India Anonymous
3rd January 2018

Rose
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Great way to start the New Year!
Looking forward to the photos and blogs Mike! We have a lovely new member of AQ staff in our office who is from Delhi. Happy New Year! Rose x
From Blog: India Anonymous
27th December 2017

Grey haired nomads
David & Janice The grey-haired-nomads

Counting the days!
A master plan from the planning master. Packing almost complete. Fantastic panoramas, presumably from you old G7. Now, there’s a challenge! Big brother, David
From Blog: India Anonymous
29th December 2017

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Mike Fossey

Two weeks today, we'll be in Delhi...
...but only if the plan actually works! Two of the panoramas were taken on our 2013 trip (Lumix G5) and two were from my 2017 visit (G80) - but, yes, most were taken on your G7. Can't wait to be in my favourite country with my favourite big brother!
From Blog: India Anonymous

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Once upon a time, I was something important in the UK travel industry, where I spent more than 35 years of my working life roaming the globe at someone else's expense. So, if you dream of living overseas on less than 10 Dollars a day, be warned: I'm an experienced, mature traveller - not a backpacker. You won't find stories here about me thumbing my way across the Sahara, slumming it in cockroach-infested hostels, or sharing a room with giant mosquitoes! Oh, and I'm British - so you can expect a stiff upper lip in times of adversity and a sense of humour that's often not understood by other... full info
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