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Travel in India Tips
Small tips can make a big difference, making travel a lot easier and hassle free.
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There are many five star, deluxe and heritage hotels all over India waiting
to serve tourists to standards in line with international standards of hospitality
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Home stay is becoming popular in many ‘touristy’ destinations and can sometimes
give a much closer view of India.
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There are a number of budget hotels and guesthouses for budget travelers.
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Tourists can also stay at the YWCA and YMCA hostels located in different
parts of India.
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India is well connected by air, trains and road transport. Advance booking
is possible for all of them, hence try to make a tentative plan for your stay /
travel in India.
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Have photocopies of all the important documents like passport visas
travel insurance and driving license etc just in case it is lost is a wise way to
ensure you at least have a copy.
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Keep important emergency numbers with you. Print emergency numbers in Delhi.
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Don’t forget cash. Credit cards /Debit cards / travelers cheque are the safe
mode of payment, however in many situations cash would be required. Try to keep
some local currency in hand.
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Hiring taxis from prepaid booths or availing of services of registered cabs
is always safer. If you do travel by local transport, insist on going by the meter
or fix the fare in advance to avoid being fleeced.
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If you are unsure about booking local transport yourself, ask your tour operator
to do it for you.
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On the whole, India is a safe country. But all visitors should exercise the usual
levels of vigilance.
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Always drink bottled water or packaged mineral water.
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Avoid spicy food, especially if you’re not used to it.
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Beware of touts; be assertive and confident and don’t give them the impression that
you are unfamiliar with India.
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Familiarizing yourself with a couple of commonly used words or phrases in the local
language will help you while shopping or talking to the local people.
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India is geographically varied, therefore the climate also varies. Always be aware
of the weather before you travel to a region. Always make sure you carry the appropriate
clothing to keep yourself comfortable, so you can enjoy your trip.
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English is a commonly used and understood language throughout India. However, interpreters
and guides for other languages are also easy to book.
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Indians are fairly friendly and helpful
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One can find all basic food / amenities confirming to international quality and
standards.
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All banks in India function from Monday to Friday. There are many ATMs from which
one can withdraw cash 24x7.
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All post offices in India are open from Monday to Friday
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All the government and administrative offices in India operate from 0930 to 1700
hours on weekdays.
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DON'T carry your passport and important travel documents at all times
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DO carry attested photocopies of travel documents in person and keep the originals
safely.
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DON'T buy air/rail or travel tickets from unauthorized persons.
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