Oh my goodness! What a frustrating time but so worth it.
Excitement must be in the air. Have a fabulous trip, with perfect Aussie weather.
Rosemary Kneipp
February 9th, 2016 at 9:42 pm
Yes, I’ve been looking at the weather. At least for the first week, it should be fine! We are going to Armidale after Sydney and I see it can be quite chilly at night.
You and Jean Michel are sure to have a fabulous time in India, Rosemary. No way it would balance out otherwise, with all the work you’ve had to do on this end to get there! Plus, you got to dine at a bougnat, too! (You didn’t mention, but hope the meal was tasty enough to “de-frazzle” the two of you.) Bon Voyage!
Rosemary Kneipp
February 9th, 2016 at 9:44 pm
It wasn’t bad and the waitress was very accommodating. We’re looking forward to India!
I loath situations where no one can explain what I am supposed to do clearly. It is such a pain when government departments leave you to guess how to proceed and which category you fall into, with no idea of what the consequences of getting it wrong might be. Why do the people setting this up not have the wit to cover all situations and be able to create systems that enable a smooth flow of work? Aaarrgh!
Rosemary Kneipp
February 9th, 2016 at 9:45 pm
I agree. All they do in the end is increase their workload!
Lesley
February 9th, 2016 at 10:06 am
After that lot you deserve a holiday. On a serious note though, the involved paperwork, and you can get there face to face, is a nightmare. Why is this ? Does the Indian Govt. not want visitors? Do they think that you are likely to stay in the country forever?
Next point! Le café but the fascia in the photo says P’tite Bougnate.
Have a great time.
Rosemary Kneipp
February 9th, 2016 at 9:50 pm
I don’t know why it’s so complicated. In Asia, we’ve been to Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur and just been able to get visas at the border. On the previous occasion that I went to India, it was on a university mission so I just handed over my passport to the government agency that was paying.
Bougnat is masculine. Bougnate would no doubt be the bougnat’s wife and P’tite Bougnate is probably the daughter! I couldn’t find a website to check. It’s on Boulevard Magenta.
What a nightmare! I hate it when I have to go out of my way to accommodate the stupid requirements of some governments. What exactly do the Indians fear? That people from all over the world would start to barge in and settle there? Hope you at least have a good time there.
Rosemary Kneipp
February 11th, 2016 at 5:33 pm
I know, it’s so strange that they are being so complicated with foreign visitors.
Oh my goodness! What a frustrating time but so worth it.
Excitement must be in the air. Have a fabulous trip, with perfect Aussie weather.
Yes, I’ve been looking at the weather. At least for the first week, it should be fine! We are going to Armidale after Sydney and I see it can be quite chilly at night.
It sounds like a whole lot of red tape and headaches! Enjoy the trip when you go.
That’s for certain! Thank you!
You and Jean Michel are sure to have a fabulous time in India, Rosemary. No way it would balance out otherwise, with all the work you’ve had to do on this end to get there! Plus, you got to dine at a bougnat, too! (You didn’t mention, but hope the meal was tasty enough to “de-frazzle” the two of you.) Bon Voyage!
It wasn’t bad and the waitress was very accommodating. We’re looking forward to India!
I loath situations where no one can explain what I am supposed to do clearly. It is such a pain when government departments leave you to guess how to proceed and which category you fall into, with no idea of what the consequences of getting it wrong might be. Why do the people setting this up not have the wit to cover all situations and be able to create systems that enable a smooth flow of work? Aaarrgh!
I agree. All they do in the end is increase their workload!
After that lot you deserve a holiday. On a serious note though, the involved paperwork, and you can get there face to face, is a nightmare. Why is this ? Does the Indian Govt. not want visitors? Do they think that you are likely to stay in the country forever?
Next point! Le café but the fascia in the photo says P’tite Bougnate.
Have a great time.
I don’t know why it’s so complicated. In Asia, we’ve been to Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur and just been able to get visas at the border. On the previous occasion that I went to India, it was on a university mission so I just handed over my passport to the government agency that was paying.
Bougnat is masculine. Bougnate would no doubt be the bougnat’s wife and P’tite Bougnate is probably the daughter! I couldn’t find a website to check. It’s on Boulevard Magenta.
Gosh, you certainly deserve a holiday after all that!
Have a fabulous time – I’m sure you will. 🙂
Thanks Susie! I’ll be reporting.
What a nightmare! I hate it when I have to go out of my way to accommodate the stupid requirements of some governments. What exactly do the Indians fear? That people from all over the world would start to barge in and settle there? Hope you at least have a good time there.
I know, it’s so strange that they are being so complicated with foreign visitors.
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