[DigitalDragon]

Originally Posted by rk_sans

St.James Beach Resort is one which i stayed in last visit. Rooms are very good, easy access to beach, its pretty much like a private beach. Breakfast is complimentary and pretty ok but other food is bad. For lunch and dinner i used to go inside the city.

We stayed here in 2006 and we had a horrible experience. It all started from the check in- While 2 rooms were booked earlier, only one was available when we arrived. Had to wait almost 4 hours and lot of arguments the other room was provided. Food was bad. I dont remember exactly but we faced a similar situation like Deepak faced in Wayanad. Of course the rooms were good but the service was pathetic and the manager was outrightly arrogant. Dont feel like staying there again.

If Mahabs one i can suggest within reasonable budget - Mamalla - Mamalla Beach Resort, Mamallapuram, Mahabalipuram, Fine Hotels, Beach resort, Seaside, Chennai, Tamilnadu. Holiday, Sun, Tropical, Private beach, Gasurina Grove, Lazy getaway, sea breeze, verandah, sea view rooms, hawai chappals, bermuda shorts, rela. Another looks good but never stayed - highland blue bay - Beach Resort in Mahabalipuram, Highland Holidays Vacation Club.

[shantanumishra]

Excellent Idea for a great meet,

Although I have been to Pondicherry as early as February this year, but that was in my WagonR and have been itching long for a long drive in my Accent, Add me in for this trip.

I had been there for 2 days and then went to Mahabalipuram via the ECR and stayed there overnight, even had the pleasure of seeing some classic vintage cars in a rally in Pondy,

Pls do let me know in case you need my assistance in planning anything for this trip, I will be more than glad to assist.

[asdon]

Why this thread is so dead? inder any update?

[inder_s1]

Sorry Guys,

Was totally busy last weekend...could not update

Talked to one of my friend and he suggested this resort as it will cater to budget conscious members:

:: Banyan Beach Resort - Restaurant :: Hotel Mass

Somehow, could not contact them as the call went to a wrong number.

The date we are looking at is 7th-8th August.. will post more details shortly as will get in touch with already experienced BHPians who have been there

[inder_s1]

Ok Guys...

I found another resort suggested by my friend with good Tariff and the Bachelors have a sea view Penthouse at their disposal. Please check the url below:

SOORYA BEACH RESORT | TARIFF

http://www.stjamescourtbeachresort.com/tariff.htm

Called them up and they said we can book online...still need to bargain and will require Chennai guys help at that.

While Shantanu & Myself are getting the details for the resorts and food..Guys please confirm who all are are game for this asap

[asdon]

I am in, if there is no 3rd world war in my office

[DigitalDragon]

Originally Posted by inder_s1

Sorry Guys,

Was totally busy last weekend...could not update

Talked to one of my friend and he suggested this resort as it will cater to budget conscious members:

:: Banyan Beach Resort - Restaurant :: Hotel Mass

Somehow, could not contact them as the call went to a wrong number.

The date we are looking at is 7th-8th August.. will post more details shortly as will get in touch with already experienced BHPians who have been there

Inder - 7th / 8th is almost a month waiting time. Can we make it a bit early ? Let's say 24th/25th July.

[shantanumishra]

Originally Posted by DigitalDragon

Inder - 7th / 8th is almost a month waiting time. Can we make it a bit early ? Let's say 24th/25th July.

I agree with DD, also most probably as per some planned commitments, I will have to fly to Delhi during that period, It will be really gud if we can do this trip in July,

Also, I have another query, One of near friends who is newly married might also like to be a part of this trip, although he is a non-BHPian, pls let me know in case it is Ok?, else, I will say a polite no to him.

[DigitalDragon]

Originally Posted by shantanumishra

I agree with DD, also most probably as per some planned commitments, I will have to fly to Delhi during that period, It will be really gud if we can do this trip in July,

Also, I have another query, One of near friends who is newly married might also like to be a part of this trip, although he is a non-BHPian, pls let me know in case it is Ok?, else, I will say a polite no to him.

Hi Shantanu,

I remember you missed the Lumbini park meet.. Anyways...hope 24th or 31st weekend, either of them is ok with you. If so i can work on the plan..
Sorry Inder for hijacking your thread.

On your friend - its perfectly fine if he wants to join.

[shantanumishra]

Originally Posted by DigitalDragon

Hi Shantanu,

I remember you missed the Lumbini park meet.. Anyways...hope 24th or 31st weekend, either of them is ok with you. If so i can work on the plan..
Sorry Inder for hijacking your thread.

On your friend - its perfectly fine if he wants to join.

Yeah, Please dont get me embarrased for that, I still rue after seeing the pics, but sometimes, you just are not able to make it up.

Yeah, anything but 7/8 or 14/15 Aug is fine with me, I am planning a quick trip to Delhi/Lucknow at either/both of these weekends.

Hi Inder, Any update on the accomodation front or in case you need any other assistance in this, pls do let me know.

[asdon]

Originally Posted by DigitalDragon

Inder - 7th / 8th is almost a month waiting time. Can we make it a bit early ? Let's say 24th/25th July.

Sir please do it in August, I am going to Goa on 15th for 5 day trip, my finance minister will not approve another trip

[aqualeo2040]

3rd week of August, and I am in. If its earlier, grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr...
Guess Mr Don & DD would plan for something else in August then?

[DigitalDragon]

Originally Posted by asdon

Sir please do it in August, I am going to Goa on 15th for 5 day trip, my finance minister will not approve another trip

OK sir..August would be fine.

In that case anybody game for ooty/kodai in July ?

btw - How is the Goa plan ? Solo or group ?

[thedreamcatcher]

Mr Asdon is going Solo.

I had been to Goa last weekend for 4 days. Had an excellent time there. It was raining, hence made it easier to travel as it was not hot. One day the sun came out and it felt tiring, thankfuly it was on the last day

We hired a car there for 4 days, so moving and exploring was no issue. Had a Swift for the inital days and a Wagon R for the last day. The Swift was really amazing, had never driven one before

Will post a detailed review soon in the T' Logue section

[asdon]

Originally Posted by DigitalDragon

OK sir..August would be fine.

In that case anybody game for ooty/kodai in July ?

btw - How is the Goa plan ? Solo or group ?

I planned for group but at the end its solo, 14th evening start, via Tumkur, Dharwad, Kittur, Mapusa to Candolim. Hope to reach there by 8am. 17th Evening start, via Margao, Honnavar, Jog, Shomoga.