Having spent years of my career as a "road warrior" requiring constant travel, easily exceeding 100 flights/year for over a decade, I have become particularly snobbish about many aspects of travel. Much of that has come about through being an a Elite or Gold member of several travel programs which affords me with various perks that have, over time, become my standards for travel. I have been able to enjoy the comforts of First Class many times, on long journeys...

Like I needed any more reason to love flying Lufthansa. The first class lounge in Frankfurt offers limo service to your plane. To walk would have been about 20 mins so they offer a ride in a Mercedes S350 limo instead. Nice touch! Then the limo driver helped me carry my bags onto the plane, up the stairs to the first class area on the big 747. I must say Lufthansa, until I can fly first on Emerites, I think you will be my favourite. Now Mumbai and I are hap...

Trip transportation summary: Currently waiting for plane #25 In nearly 4 months, I have traveled: 653.129 kms on foot, walking, hiking and trekking -25 airplanes -3 overnight trains, 4 subway trains -3 Elephants -At least 10 Tuk tuk/auto-rickshaws -Bus - several, full days in India&Nepal

Last few days in India. Very sad to be leaving but understand I cannot run away forever. At some point I have to face the music and return to my life. Choosing to stay at another Oberoi, this time in Gurgaon, was the right idea. This is a beautiful property and I was able to go today to a tailor to get my saree blouses made and they will be ready tomorrow before I head to the airport. Having a glass of champagne to celebrate my journey (not that I need a reaso...

There are so many things about India that are enchanting and endearing. One of the first things you cannot help but notice is the commitment to security. Starting with the airport, there are very visible military presence everywhere, all toting machine guns. The airports are also off-limits if you are not carrying a paper copy of your plane ticket/reservation. As you approach the door to the terminal, an armed guard is waiting to see your print out and passpo...