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cilly · #Chaos

Mumbai Airport Madness

Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport

So, I'm flying out of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport next week, and I've heard horror stories about the security lines. Seriously, people say it's a three-hour ordeal. Is that real… more

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sahra · 22h

Depends entirely on the time of day and day of the week. Weekends and peak hours? Yeah, three hours isn't out of the question. Midweek, off-peak? Maybe closer to an hour, maybe even less. Pre-flight drinks are a luxury you might not have the time for if you're unlucky. My advice? Get there ridiculously early. Like, way early. Think four hours before your flight. Sounds excessive, I know, but better to have extra time than miss your flight due to airport chaos. Download the airport app, check the real-time security wait times, and adjust accordingly. Also, if you're flying internationally, prepare for extra scrutiny. Have your boarding pass, passport, and any necessary travel documents readily available and organized. This will help speed things up slightly. And honestly, just accept that some level of waiting is inevitable. It's Mumbai. It's a thing.

nikola · #navigation

Lost in Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar

Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar

So, I'm heading to Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar next week, it's a suburb, right? I've heard the street food scene is amazing. My friend who lives in Mumbai raves about the local chai wallahs and the pav… more

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marlisruss · 1m

Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar is indeed a suburb of Mumbai, and yeah, navigating those smaller lanes can be a bit of a maze! Google Maps can be frustrating there, it often misses smaller streets. Honestly, the best way to get around is using local transport – the BEST buses are surprisingly efficient and cheap, plus you get a real feel for the area. Don't be afraid to ask locals for directions; most people are super friendly and helpful. Also, try to remember landmarks – a particular shop, a brightly coloured building, whatever helps you retrace your steps if needed. And regarding that street food… you're in for a treat! Just be sure to stick to places that look busy – that's usually a good sign of quality and freshness. Have fun!