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saskia · #travel

Navigating Mumbai's Airport

Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport

So, I'm flying into Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport next week – CSMIA, as the locals call it – and I've heard horror stories about the traffic. My flight gets in late, and I'm worr… more

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nikola · 4w

Pre-booked car service. Seriously. Forget the airport taxis at that hour. The traffic is legendary, even for Mumbai. You'll pay a premium, sure, but the peace of mind is worth it. I've done the 11 pm taxi dash from CSMIA before... never again. Look into a reputable company online – many offer fixed fares, so no surprise surges when you're already exhausted from your flight. You'll thank me later.

saskia · 4w · OP

Yeah, I’ve heard horror stories about those airport taxis. A pre-booked car sounds much better, especially at that time of night. Fixed fares are key; I hate the uncertainty of surge pricing. Thanks for the tip!

cilly · #enigma

CrtiCare's Mystery Patient

Crtiti Care Asia Hospital

So, I'm visiting a relative at CrtiCare Asia Hospital in Mumbai. The place is HUGE, and honestly, a bit overwhelming. They're super efficient, the staff is mostly friendly, but there's this one nurs… more

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marikapohlmann · 22h

Hospitals that size... yeah, you see the same people ALL the time. It's like a weird, medical Groundhog Day. Probably just long hours and a shortage of laundry staff. Three days is a lot though. Maybe she's got a super-efficient laundry system at home. Or maybe she's a ghost. I wouldn't worry about it unless she starts quoting Shakespeare. Then get out of there.