Much against my will I had been asked to my boss to visit India on a marker research campaign and the fact is I wasn’t really thrilled about it, I wasn’t exactly going to Switzerland and it’s true that one has a tendency to be prejudicial about visiting the sub continent. The allies aren’t adored there to say the least and my idea of Mumbai, India was pretty ordinary.
The fact is by writing this review I want everyone to acknowledge that India (at least Mumbai) is different from places such as Iran or Pakistan where an Englishman or American is devlized. After getting of the Boeing I was escorted to a bus which was part of the Tajrestaurant package, I went on and looked around, the poverty, illiteracy and leprosy does exist but in a very smaller percentage than expected, as long as being welcome is concerned the moment I entered Taj I felt like a VIP, I’m still to feel that way I any other Asian Hotel. I was left flabbergasted at the decoration and the size of the Taj, its lobby was massive and the receptionist and baggage boys were unbelievable courteous. My luggage was taken to the room and I decided to have a look around, I first entered the Zodiac Grill and was astonished about the fact that it was in the Top 100 restaurant in the world, I couldn’t believe it, its dishes were from the select top dishes in the world and its service exceptional. Then I visited the Shamiana, one of the most famous Coffee Shops in India, I gorged myself on the waffles and have to say they were as good as any ive tasted In London. The pool was pretty huge and swimming laps comfortably wasn’t a problem, the rooms were absolutely flawless and in the executive suite which I stayed in the bathroom were as big as they can possibly get for the price. The room service was very nice too, anything I wanted would be attended immediately. The CLEANLINESS of this place is what makes it so desirable and the distinct fragrance of the Taj is something ill never forget. The quality of the food, (any restaurant) in Taj was amazing and the variety of dishes leaves you dissatisfied because you can’t order all!! I attended my conference in the hotel itself and the conf. room was spectacular, pretty much like the massive meeting rooms you see on TV. The Gym and other facilities like Sauna, Steam, etc were a joy to experience as well.
My company paid about £110 a day for this place but I can assure you its worth every penny. All the services and products of this place (food, drinks etc.) are the best you can get I India I assure you!!
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What a luxury. If I were you, I wouldn't have been too upset.
Kukana 05.05.2004 16:45
Sounds great! Welcome to Ciao. Sue
magdadh 05.05.2004 11:35
Call me naive but if somebody offered me a free trip to India and a stay in a 100 quid hotel I would be very happy Magda indeed. Good first op. I wouldn't be so sure about recommendig the hotel to backpackers thoug...
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