In India
My co-worker and I made it safely to Delhi/Gurgaon India yesterday @ 3:15 pm IST/4:30 am CST. The flight was long but not terribly uncomfortable; the place was very large with seat that could convert into sleeping space. The food and service were very good.
The airport is large and not terribly different from the states; it is a newer airport so I expected this. When first exiting, I heard a man call the name of our hotel but didn't think anything of it, because a driver and Sanchita and Naren (company representatives) were supposed to meet us. The man then said, "Mrs. Morris" which took me by surprise. Apparently, only the drivers can come into to the airport and they are not allowed to wait with their cars. They sent two cars for me and my co-worker.
Riding in cars with the steering wheel on the right side is a little different and makes me wonder if I could get used to it. Nevertheless, there are lanes lanes on the road (despite what people will tell you); it just depends if the drivers will stay in them :-). On the roads, you will see anything that moves, people, bikes, rickshaws, trucks, construction equipment; if it moves, it's on the road.
Arriving at the hotel, everyone must go through security. I was met by a hostess and one of the hotel managers. They personally walked provided a tour of the hotel and walked me to my hotel (carrying my bags). In my room, we completed check-in and they let me know what services were available to me. The manager then gave me her card and offered her assistance if I should need it and suggested that we meet for drinks at some point during my stay.
The hotel is very westernized and modern. The room is a residence suite that has a kitchen, living space, desk, WiFi and LAN connection, separate bedroom and bath with rain shower and dipping pool. We are right next to one of the top mall in Delhi, so we are not lacking anything at this point.
I would say the greatest difference that I can see at this point between the Indian and American cultures is that Indians are very eager and willing to assist others; this is a characteristic not found very often in the US.
The airport is large and not terribly different from the states; it is a newer airport so I expected this. When first exiting, I heard a man call the name of our hotel but didn't think anything of it, because a driver and Sanchita and Naren (company representatives) were supposed to meet us. The man then said, "Mrs. Morris" which took me by surprise. Apparently, only the drivers can come into to the airport and they are not allowed to wait with their cars. They sent two cars for me and my co-worker.
Riding in cars with the steering wheel on the right side is a little different and makes me wonder if I could get used to it. Nevertheless, there are lanes lanes on the road (despite what people will tell you); it just depends if the drivers will stay in them :-). On the roads, you will see anything that moves, people, bikes, rickshaws, trucks, construction equipment; if it moves, it's on the road.
Arriving at the hotel, everyone must go through security. I was met by a hostess and one of the hotel managers. They personally walked provided a tour of the hotel and walked me to my hotel (carrying my bags). In my room, we completed check-in and they let me know what services were available to me. The manager then gave me her card and offered her assistance if I should need it and suggested that we meet for drinks at some point during my stay.
The hotel is very westernized and modern. The room is a residence suite that has a kitchen, living space, desk, WiFi and LAN connection, separate bedroom and bath with rain shower and dipping pool. We are right next to one of the top mall in Delhi, so we are not lacking anything at this point.
I would say the greatest difference that I can see at this point between the Indian and American cultures is that Indians are very eager and willing to assist others; this is a characteristic not found very often in the US.
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