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| In the Pride Plaza Hotel Lobby |
Two weeks ago we went to Delhi to see off the sons. They are going back to their Uni and since the elder one has spent a year in Singapore, he has a LOT of stuff to take back to UK. Luckily the younger one is a minimalist guy, he didn't have many things to pack! After 1 weeks of packing and repacking, finally 4 suitcases are filled!
We decided to stay in Pride Plaza Hotel in Aerocity, New Delhi. The hotels at Aerocity are only 5 mins away by car to the Airport. Although the hotel price is at the higher end - starts from around INR 10K (USD 112 before tax) if you get a good discount. But it's convenient for us to go to the airport. There are also lot's of restaurants and some Indie shops selling all sort of stuff nearby.
We took afternoon flight so that we will have time in the evening to visit hubby's aunt in Gurgaon. It's a little bit far but via the Dwarka underpass toll road from Aerocity to Gurgaon, it was quite fast. Of course the uber driver drove like he was in Paris Dakkar rally!
The dinner went off well, we were all well fed with delicious home food and pudding! It was nice to see DH's aunt and cousins after a long time. So much to talk about but we had to head back to the hotel.
Next day was just relaxing, having good breakfast at the hotel. My MIL (she's 82), always enjoyed hotel buffet! It feels so good to see her eating heartily and excitedly shopping at the Woolmark Mall in Aerocity. She was hesitant to come with us but wanted to come to see off the grandsons too. We assured her that she will be able to go. It was a nice short break for her. Meanwhile, the elder son spent the night at his friend's place and busy meeting his Uni friends who already graduated this year. The younger one is also meeting his high school friends who are now studying in Delhi.
After early dinner, we went to see off the boys from IGI Delhi Terminal 3 and went back to the hotel for late night sandwich club, because I cannot go to bed hungry!
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| Love the patchwork pattern on the wall - IGI Terminal 1 |
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as seen on Indian rupees coin
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| The hotel has many beautiful artworks hang on its wall |
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| Looking for biscuit for our afternoon tea! |
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| "he" looks real - Cutout Cardboard |
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Tell me you're in India without telling me
you're in India :)
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| the mall behind the hotel |
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| Love the decor in this shop! |
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| The younger son with his school friends at Aerocity Food court |
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| Fancy Paan Shop :) |
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| Bon Voyage boys! |
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| Sandwich Club - Midnight Snack |
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| Another artwork! This one is my fave! |
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| Must try the Indian Chai - it's really good! |
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| the 90 Vibes phone booth :) |
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| Love these painting - we thought they were embroidery |
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| Delhi IGI Airport Terminal 1 - Departure |
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I am so excited to find prayer room! Well done!
It's located just before Forest Essential shop |
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Clean place for wudhu - and it has automatic door that you can lock!!
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Nice clean room with lots of prayer mats.
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| My MIL enjoyed her shopping :) |
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| It's time to head back home :) |
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| Like other good parent, we tracked the flight! |
For the hotel, the room size is okay, enough space for 2 luggage and the amenities are also sufficiently provided. It's has a vibe of oldish hotel with fully carpeted room. I did not take photo of the room, somehow. There is an arm chair at the corner near the window with small table and then there is a medium round table with office chair on the other corner, which make the room quite crowded. But the office chair is quite useful as my MIL can use it when she reads her prayers. There is one big TV screen (not smart TV, I think it's cable TV), but we don't use it as everyone prefer to watch YouTube on their phone.
Last year when we went to see off the younger son, we stayed at Roseate House Hotel (we got it on a really good bargain on Make My Trip). It was a really great experience. Maybe when I have time, I'll write a blog about it!
Thank you for reading my blog, I hope you enjoyed it!
Have a nice day,
Elvira
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