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Date: 22nd May 2011
Hi
End of journey Hopefully not end of blog
From Blog: Ending my travels after three years - this time for real (Darjeeling, West Bengal, India)
Hi
End of journey Hopefully not end of blog
From Blog: Ending my travels after three years - this time for real (Darjeeling, West Bengal, India)
Date: 22nd May 2011
Really enjoyed following you. Hope it wont be long before we get another update. Enjoy whatever's next!
From Blog: Ending my travels after three years - this time for real (Darjeeling, West Bengal, India)
Really enjoyed following you. Hope it wont be long before we get another update. Enjoy whatever's next!
From Blog: Ending my travels after three years - this time for real (Darjeeling, West Bengal, India)
Date: 22nd May 2011
Ben, I have really enjoyed your blogs and following your adventures and will certainly miss these, Here's to you and where ever your life will lead now, may it be full of joy and success.
From Blog: Ending my travels after three years - this time for real (Darjeeling, West Bengal, India)
Ben, I have really enjoyed your blogs and following your adventures and will certainly miss these, Here's to you and where ever your life will lead now, may it be full of joy and success.
From Blog: Ending my travels after three years - this time for real (Darjeeling, West Bengal, India)
Date: 4th May 2011
Wow
Your trips just astound me, It looks like you all had a blast, How the heck did you keep you camera from being destroyed?
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
Wow
Your trips just astound me, It looks like you all had a blast, How the heck did you keep you camera from being destroyed?
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
webdesign
Monkey is very nice =========== webdesign
From Blog: And then...south (Maharashtra & Goa, India)
Date: 27th April 2011
Hi there!!
Hey there Ben. I came across ur pictures on flickr today as i was browsing through pictures of Rourkela on the website. Nice pictures I must say. seems u spent a great deal of time over here. Anyway, i introduce myself as amlan, im a pilot originally from rourkela and am currently working in Malaysia as the chief flying instructor at a flying school here. Feels good to come across people who are into photography. :) have a good day.
From Blog: ...and we are back! (Rourkela, Orissa, India)
Hi there!!
Hey there Ben. I came across ur pictures on flickr today as i was browsing through pictures of Rourkela on the website. Nice pictures I must say. seems u spent a great deal of time over here. Anyway, i introduce myself as amlan, im a pilot originally from rourkela and am currently working in Malaysia as the chief flying instructor at a flying school here. Feels good to come across people who are into photography. :) have a good day.
From Blog: ...and we are back! (Rourkela, Orissa, India)
Date: 17th April 2011
How dare they.
Holy shit, you got a ticket because you broke the law. Those evil Americans. Seriously, I always see condescending dicks like you lecture Americans because you claim that we think can go overseas and just do whatever the hell we want; the "Arrogant American" stereotype. Well it seems you are guilty of having that attitude. "I'm a foreigner, don't ticket me for breaking the law".
From Blog: Aloha, and welcome to the United States - not (Oahu, Hawaii, USA)
How dare they.
Holy shit, you got a ticket because you broke the law. Those evil Americans. Seriously, I always see condescending dicks like you lecture Americans because you claim that we think can go overseas and just do whatever the hell we want; the "Arrogant American" stereotype. Well it seems you are guilty of having that attitude. "I'm a foreigner, don't ticket me for breaking the law".
From Blog: Aloha, and welcome to the United States - not (Oahu, Hawaii, USA)
Date: 14th April 2011
really bad
It's very dissappointing that you had a negative impression about our country. It seems that you saw only the negative side of it. I am a Filipina so it really hurts me that the blog you've written actually suggests that Filipina women are just sex slaves, prostitues or something. Really bad...TT
From Blog: Achtung baby - alone in Angeles (Angeles City, Luzon, Philippines)
really bad
It's very dissappointing that you had a negative impression about our country. It seems that you saw only the negative side of it. I am a Filipina so it really hurts me that the blog you've written actually suggests that Filipina women are just sex slaves, prostitues or something. Really bad...TT
From Blog: Achtung baby - alone in Angeles (Angeles City, Luzon, Philippines)
Fabulous
This photo is really cute.. Loved it
From Blog: And then...south (Maharashtra & Goa, India)
Date: 12th April 2011
Which Resort Do U Stayed at Weh Island
Hi Ben, May i know which Bungalow did u mention from your blog.
From Blog: A tropical island, tsunami evidence and sharia law in Aceh (Pulau Weh & Banda Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia)
Which Resort Do U Stayed at Weh Island
Hi Ben, May i know which Bungalow did u mention from your blog.
From Blog: A tropical island, tsunami evidence and sharia law in Aceh (Pulau Weh & Banda Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia)
Date: 6th April 2011
Incredible India
It is great to hear about your tarvel. I wish would be able to travel like you, but not 3 years, 3 months is enough for me. I belive you been in India and how do you find India? "Incredible India" is what i could describe about my recent trip to India in March 2011. I travelled to the Golden Triangle (Delphi, Jaipur and Agra) for 3 days 2 nights. That is wonderful trip but i found it is hard to find honest, kind and helpful local people. One thing i would say is they like to cheat. You would surprise and unconciously cheated, that is their best!! You are good India!! I will remember you.
Incredible India
It is great to hear about your tarvel. I wish would be able to travel like you, but not 3 years, 3 months is enough for me. I belive you been in India and how do you find India? "Incredible India" is what i could describe about my recent trip to India in March 2011. I travelled to the Golden Triangle (Delphi, Jaipur and Agra) for 3 days 2 nights. That is wonderful trip but i found it is hard to find honest, kind and helpful local people. One thing i would say is they like to cheat. You would surprise and unconciously cheated, that is their best!! You are good India!! I will remember you.
Date: 4th April 2011
of course he is!
One of the most irritating things about the Chinese government and their 50 cent army is that they think the world is as gullible and easy to fool as their own people. Travelchina, I can spot the mistakes in your English that only a Chinese person would make. Also, your tired line of response is the familiar pattern of a Chinese person making excuses for their criminal government. China drives me crazy.
From Blog: The road through the earthquake area (Sichuan Province, China)
of course he is!
One of the most irritating things about the Chinese government and their 50 cent army is that they think the world is as gullible and easy to fool as their own people. Travelchina, I can spot the mistakes in your English that only a Chinese person would make. Also, your tired line of response is the familiar pattern of a Chinese person making excuses for their criminal government. China drives me crazy.
From Blog: The road through the earthquake area (Sichuan Province, China)
Date: 2nd April 2011
hello...
very nice pics...
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
hello...
very nice pics...
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
Date: 2nd April 2011
Wifi in India
Hi Ben, Glad to hear you have a wonderful time celebrating Holi in Hyderabad. Wifi is not very common everywhere in India. One thing is internet is not very cheap in India. People who take Internet connection for home or private use don't buy a wireless modem. They usually use a modem without wifi for a PC.If internet is for a Laptop then they use a wireless USB stick like photon .(http://www.tataphoton.com/) Most of the IT companies and many professional colleges have wifi inside their buildings.But they are all encrypted connections. (not open ) Then there are many reasons why there is no wifi in public places in India.(there are a few exceptions like some places in Banglore and Delhi) One of the main reasons is security.(I have wifi at home but I use WEP encryption always )Even the Internet Cafes have to follow many rules .According to law only persons with valid ID (Electoral Identity card,Driving License,Passport) cards should be allowed in Internet cafes and the details of internet usage should be kept. The main reason for restriction is use of unsecure Internet for unlawful purposes.Cases of fake bomb threats and even threatening emails to President of India were reported from many places in India. I think these are some of the reasons why you don't find wifi hotspots in India. I think by now your 3 yr long trip came to an end .I am sure you had a great time.Your posts were great and I really enjoyed reading them.Thanks.
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
Wifi in India
Hi Ben, Glad to hear you have a wonderful time celebrating Holi in Hyderabad. Wifi is not very common everywhere in India. One thing is internet is not very cheap in India. People who take Internet connection for home or private use don't buy a wireless modem. They usually use a modem without wifi for a PC.If internet is for a Laptop then they use a wireless USB stick like photon .(http://www.tataphoton.com/) Most of the IT companies and many professional colleges have wifi inside their buildings.But they are all encrypted connections. (not open ) Then there are many reasons why there is no wifi in public places in India.(there are a few exceptions like some places in Banglore and Delhi) One of the main reasons is security.(I have wifi at home but I use WEP encryption always )Even the Internet Cafes have to follow many rules .According to law only persons with valid ID (Electoral Identity card,Driving License,Passport) cards should be allowed in Internet cafes and the details of internet usage should be kept. The main reason for restriction is use of unsecure Internet for unlawful purposes.Cases of fake bomb threats and even threatening emails to President of India were reported from many places in India. I think these are some of the reasons why you don't find wifi hotspots in India. I think by now your 3 yr long trip came to an end .I am sure you had a great time.Your posts were great and I really enjoyed reading them.Thanks.
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
Date: 1st April 2011
Welcome.I actually wrote those things for your info.I didn't want you to change anything in your blog. The skirt that man is wearing is called 'Kaili' or 'Lungi' in Kerala.(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lungi) Its similar to the traditional dress of men in Kerala 'Mundu'.(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mundu) . Lungi is casualwear whereas 'Mundu' is formal wear. BTW No need to change anything in your blog. If you are in Calcutta don't forget to taste the 'Rasgulla'.
From Blog: In the stunning backwaters of God's own country (Kerala, India)
Welcome.I actually wrote those things for your info.I didn't want you to change anything in your blog. The skirt that man is wearing is called 'Kaili' or 'Lungi' in Kerala.(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lungi) Its similar to the traditional dress of men in Kerala 'Mundu'.(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mundu) . Lungi is casualwear whereas 'Mundu' is formal wear. BTW No need to change anything in your blog. If you are in Calcutta don't forget to taste the 'Rasgulla'.
From Blog: In the stunning backwaters of God's own country (Kerala, India)
Is it really university photograph..because it is looking like a temple..or some historical place..but nice photography skill....
From Blog: And then...south (Maharashtra & Goa, India)
Cute..nice photography....
From Blog: And then...south (Maharashtra & Goa, India)
Date: 31st March 2011
Lots of questions here my friend. I think I have stopped asking after all this time. Maybe I have been corrupted by the status quo - BUT.... I definitely ask lots of questions still about driving behaviour (I ride a bike in India - now THAT'S a whole other ball game). HINT - after my third holi in a row here - I now know that before you venture out you should put baby oil all over your face and head - THEN the colour comes off easily. For next time? ciao Paul (aka mahadev) http://www.travelblog.org/Bloggers/mahadev/
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
Lots of questions here my friend. I think I have stopped asking after all this time. Maybe I have been corrupted by the status quo - BUT.... I definitely ask lots of questions still about driving behaviour (I ride a bike in India - now THAT'S a whole other ball game). HINT - after my third holi in a row here - I now know that before you venture out you should put baby oil all over your face and head - THEN the colour comes off easily. For next time? ciao Paul (aka mahadev) http://www.travelblog.org/Bloggers/mahadev/
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
Date: 31st March 2011
I spent twoand half months in sounternen India up to Goa, Madrs , Bangalore and I never had a problem getting a train seat or bus seat or a problem getting a ticket. That was in 1982. Never a problem.
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
I spent twoand half months in sounternen India up to Goa, Madrs , Bangalore and I never had a problem getting a train seat or bus seat or a problem getting a ticket. That was in 1982. Never a problem.
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
Date: 30th March 2011
He German ex-travelbuddy! How are you? Great to read your stories. How long have spent in India? WHat are your plans after leaving India? I'd always sad to say goodbyes, but it also means that you had a great time together and that is something to cherish. especially on these lonely moments! :-) Enjoy your last few day(s)!
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
He German ex-travelbuddy! How are you? Great to read your stories. How long have spent in India? WHat are your plans after leaving India? I'd always sad to say goodbyes, but it also means that you had a great time together and that is something to cherish. especially on these lonely moments! :-) Enjoy your last few day(s)!
From Blog: Holi cow! (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India)
Date: 30th March 2011
Corrections
Dear Saaj and Nanuzain, thank you both for the corrections regarding this Kerala blog! I was thinking what to do with them - leave the blog as it is with the errors in it, or change the blog, making your comments appear a bit strange. In the end I decided to change the blog, else it would relay wrong information to other people , I hope this is OK with you. Thanks again for taking the time to comment, and greetings from Kolkata, Ben
From Blog: In the stunning backwaters of God's own country (Kerala, India)
Corrections
Dear Saaj and Nanuzain, thank you both for the corrections regarding this Kerala blog! I was thinking what to do with them - leave the blog as it is with the errors in it, or change the blog, making your comments appear a bit strange. In the end I decided to change the blog, else it would relay wrong information to other people , I hope this is OK with you. Thanks again for taking the time to comment, and greetings from Kolkata, Ben
From Blog: In the stunning backwaters of God's own country (Kerala, India)
Visited on this trip 
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surely this "this time for real" is just for this 3yr journey. i guess, there'll always be a future 2yr, 3yr or however-long world trip in store for you, and we'll always be glad if you find time to share it with us, your readers. have a great "vacation"!
From Blog: Ending my travels after three years - this time for real (Darjeeling, West Bengal, India)