Sometimes I get caught up in this life here: work, traffic, rats... and forget to blog about the more exciting things. Just before and just after Christmas we took two trips. First to Goa, then to Bentota, Sri Lanka.
Thanks
Goa, India
I'm still stinging about working on Thanksgiving. Really, that was one of the shittiest things ever. But, there was the small consolation of going to Goa for that weekend, which made things slightly better.
We love Goa, but getting there has become difficult. There are no longer direct flights from Chennai, which means connecting in Mumbai, which means taking two separate domestic flights, which means major frustration. International flights out of India are pretty much what you would expect: check in, security, wait at the gate, walk down the gangplank (is that what it's called?) then get on the plane. Domestic flights go like this: check in, stand butt to front in the security line, mill around the gate because the whole domestic terminal is absolutely crammed with people, stand in another line, cram onto a bus, ride the bus to the plane, stand in another line outside the plane, go through more security, climb the stairs, get on the plane. And every step of the way, you will either push and shove or be pushed and shoved. No joke.
It makes a miserable person feel that much more miserable.
Back to the Land of Buddha
Bentota, Sri Lanka
Getting to Sri Lanka is muuuch easier than getting to Goa. So, after realizing that, we planned a trip for just after Christmas. We decided we would act rich for a weekend and stay here: The Villa Bentota.
Ah, how can I describe this place? Nicest hotel ever? Fabulous? It all sounds a little exaggerated, but it's TRUE! The Villa Bentota is a destination all on its own. So, so, so, so, so nice. Go there.
We spent that weekend playing in the waves, lounging and eating. And...jogging. Now, a few months ago, if you had told me that I would wake up each morning of my fancy vacation and go for a run on the beach, I would have laughed in your face. HA! But lately, we've been on a real exercise kick, and also found that a good run was a great way to burn off the bad effects of wine with dinner.
Thanks
Goa, India
I'm still stinging about working on Thanksgiving. Really, that was one of the shittiest things ever. But, there was the small consolation of going to Goa for that weekend, which made things slightly better.
We love Goa, but getting there has become difficult. There are no longer direct flights from Chennai, which means connecting in Mumbai, which means taking two separate domestic flights, which means major frustration. International flights out of India are pretty much what you would expect: check in, security, wait at the gate, walk down the gangplank (is that what it's called?) then get on the plane. Domestic flights go like this: check in, stand butt to front in the security line, mill around the gate because the whole domestic terminal is absolutely crammed with people, stand in another line, cram onto a bus, ride the bus to the plane, stand in another line outside the plane, go through more security, climb the stairs, get on the plane. And every step of the way, you will either push and shove or be pushed and shoved. No joke.
It makes a miserable person feel that much more miserable.
The Weary Travelers
The Line
But, getting to Goa was nice. No need to search around for a good hotel or restaurant, we knew right where to go. The Shore Bar. Fresh seafood, salads, white wine, waves, and a good murder-mystery made for a fun and relaxing weekend.
Back to the Land of Buddha
Bentota, Sri Lanka
Getting to Sri Lanka is muuuch easier than getting to Goa. So, after realizing that, we planned a trip for just after Christmas. We decided we would act rich for a weekend and stay here: The Villa Bentota.
Ah, how can I describe this place? Nicest hotel ever? Fabulous? It all sounds a little exaggerated, but it's TRUE! The Villa Bentota is a destination all on its own. So, so, so, so, so nice. Go there.
We spent that weekend playing in the waves, lounging and eating. And...jogging. Now, a few months ago, if you had told me that I would wake up each morning of my fancy vacation and go for a run on the beach, I would have laughed in your face. HA! But lately, we've been on a real exercise kick, and also found that a good run was a great way to burn off the bad effects of wine with dinner.
I accidentally matched the decor.
Brad is awesome.
1 comment:
Love the update! Can't wait to reconnect in a few months!!! We should Skpe soon! XO Mick
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