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Jonathan, Brian, Diana, Myron, Lois
and Jim!

It was great finally meeting Lois and Jim Avery.  I’ve followed Jim across multiple blogs and cruises on Cruise Critic.  Jonathan and I joined Jim and Lois along with Diana and Myron for a fun dinner!

Brian

We hope everyone is enjoying the holidays and had a great Christmas.  Jonathan and I are blogging this adventure at brianandjonathan.blogspot.com.  We’re looking forward to joining everyone in LA on the 9th.  We wish everyone a very Happy New Year!

Brian

1 hour ago, Cathyvee said:

 

Now they are treated COVID like a 'bad cold' but unfortunately, for some of us, it is much more than a bad cold.

 

We are considering cancelling the world cruise.

 

I'm so sorry you're going through this.  Did you originally book this world cruise on the Risk Free Guarantee?  If so, you may be able to wait to cancel without the full cancellation penalties.  Hopefully you'll feel better and be able to travel.  Worst case, you don't get a cash refund, but get future cruise voucher based on the Risk Free Guarantee.  I hope you're feeling better soon.

9 minutes ago, mstadleraz said:

We did an overnight and no one checked bags. Upon arrival in Mumbai, we departed for the airport. We saw the Taj at sunrise which was spectacular. We then went to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we saw Agra Fort. We left for the airport around 1300. We arrived back at the ship around 2300. Enough time to see Mumbai. We were not rushed and had plenty of time at each destination.

Thanks, mstadleraz - I think we’re struggling with limited time and balance between Mumbai/WC experience and the Taj Mahal.  This may be our only trip to India. There are a lot of sea days after Mumbai. After talking with other passengers with varied Taj excursions, do you still agree that missing two days of the three in Mumbai was the best option?  I really appreciate you sharing your fantastic journey with us!  Brian 

On 4/5/2023 at 2:15 AM, flowsue said:

We just did an up and back excursion (24 hours) and after doing it would not do it any other way.  We flew out early in the morning, Mumbai to Delhi, drove to Agra, saw the Taj Mahal and Fort Agra, had a delicious buffet lunch and got in a little shopping.  Drove back to Delhi and flew back to Mumbai.  Got back on the ship almost exactly 24 hours after we walked off. It was helpful not having luggage to check or carry.  We understand some in other overnight groups had their luggage delayed.  Hopefully, you will hear from them. Sure we were a little tired for a day, but we had a great day with no issues.

Hi flowsue - We’re very interested in this day trip to Taj Mahal/Agra from Mumbai. It sounds nearly perfect to see the Taj without missing the other ports and WC experience.  Would you please share the tour group you used, cost, and number of other Viking passengers who joined you?  If you’d prefer, please email me at bwknsf@gmail.com.  Thank you!  Brian