See also in the Andaman Islands series, Where, Why and Sherlock, Practicalities, and Ross & Viper Islands, the ‘Angkor Wat of British Rule.’ Port Blair feels nothing like a tropical island town. Standing in its center feels like any other tumultuous Indian city. The prison is a relaxing gem. Built in the opening of the… read the rest
On a special day for us, I share a cherished memento of Mrs RTC’s and my early days together in Shanghai. It took time for her to build up the courage to trust this infidel with the serious task of shopping at the local wet market. She did not let me embark on the test… read the rest
See also in the Andaman Islands series, Where, Why and Sherlock, Practicalities, and Port Blair Cellular Jail and the image on the 20 Rupee note. The boat tour of Ross & Viper Islands is the full India package tour experience. What is an India package tour experience like? Here’s an ear-shattering clue: First stop is… read the rest
I am being a snob today as I fly in Delta Business Elite from Shanghai-Detroit-New York LGA, first posting about Choice Benefits, now about Million Miler status. I just want to clear out my Delta folder as I move on and try to line up an appropriate time for an United 1k Challenge. I got… read the rest
Delta’s annual Choice Benefits for Platinum and Diamond Medallion members are one thing Delta will never remind you to redeem. The Systemwide Upgrades seem appealing until you read the fine print. Some that are able and willing to meet the fare class restrictions find value in them. I have never tried. I redeem for the… read the rest
See also in the Andaman Islands series, Where, Why and Sherlock, Ross & Viper Islands, the ‘Angkor Wat of British Rule,’ and Port Blair Cellular Jail and the image on the 20 Rupee note. Sherlock Holmes fired my imagination to see the Andaman Islands. They lie closer to Myanmar and Thailand than India. Administered with… read the rest
Hilton has a giveaway on top of the Ultimate Road Trip Sweepstakes, the new one is the Great Getaway Giveaway. Vote daily on a series of travel packages through August 4, 2013. There are 4 groups of packages, Relaxation, Adventure, Culture, and Food & Wine. Each presents 4 options and the highest vote total for… read the rest
See also in the Andaman Islands series, Practicalities, Ross & Viper Islands, the ‘Angkor Wat of British Rule,’ and Port Blair Cellular Jail and the image on the 20 Rupee note. The Sign of the Four. Barren rock. British penal colony. Tonga and his club. This is the Andaman Islands of Sherlock Holmes and why… read the rest
Enter the Hilton Ultimate Road Trip Sweepstakes by July 31, 2013 for a chance to win: One Grand Prize winner receives: 2014 Ford Mustang V6 Convertible Certificate for five nights at any hotel or resort in the Hilton HHonors portfolio $500 Hilton HHonors Gift Card Five First Prize winners receive: Certificate for two nights at… read the rest
This past Saturday and Sunday in China were work days while Monday-Wednesday are public holidays for the Dragon Boat Festival. In February I had no hope of getting in to the Natural History Museum in London because of school half-terms. Last fall my Rio de Janeiro plans had to be changed because certain areas of… read the rest
