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Don’t be concerned about living conditions in India. Our 5-star and 4-star hotels, are of
international standards and the comforts and cuisine they provide compare with any in the
world. The deluxe and palace hotels are a world apart and many have been accorded ‘Leading
hotels of the world’ status. The 3-star hotels are there for the medium budget traveler, and
1-star and 2-star hotels, Travelers lodges, Tourist Bungalows, Holiday Homes, Youth hostels,
YMCA/ YWCA’s are for those with small budgets.
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Your travel arrangements should be made well in advance, especially if you are traveling
between October- March (high tourist season) and May- June, the Indian holiday season.
Travel facilities are limited in relation to demand so prior bookings are a must.
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If traveling by air, you should include one or more trips by rail or road so that
you can experience rural India. When planning your trip, ask your travel agent to
include an Indian fair or festival in your itinerary. Witnessing the color and gaiety
of these events is a great experience.
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English is spoken at almost all tourist centers, but you can also request us to book Government-trained \ approved guides who also speak German, French, Spanish, Japanese,
Italian or Russian. Tour guides will help you not only in your sightseeing, but also
help you understand India better.
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Indians are hospitable and friendly people, if they stare at you, do not consider it
rude, it is only a matter of curiosity. A tourist need never be lost in India, most
people are more than willing to go out of their way to guide you to your destination.
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As with any foreign destination, the tourist is advised to drink bottled water,
bottled drinks, coffee or tea. Most premier hotels have their own filtration system.
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Avoid eating spicy food all at one time soon after you arrive in India. Take
one Indian dish only with each meal and ask the waiter to cut down on the chilies. Within
a few days your system will get used to Indian food, one of the most delicious
of world cuisine. It is advisable to stick to only cooked foods and to eat fresh
fruits whose skin you can peel off or remove.
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Bring your own medicines, since all medications in India are locally
manufactured and you may not find the same brand names. There are very
good druggists and doctors everywhere, and they can advise on substitutes.
If the necessity arises, ask your hotel to recommend a doctor.
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Most cities have Beggar Homes to look after indigent persons and to teach them
a trade, but professional beggars find begging more lucrative. If you wish to help
them, do so through a recognized charitable organization, not by giving them alms.
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It is safe to travel in India, as you will find out for yourself. Even if you read of some trouble in any town or region, do not be discouraged, since most of India is safe at all times.
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Most museums in India are closed on Mondays and Site Museums, those near archaeological monuments, on Fridays. However, please check with us for timings.
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India is a shoppers dream. Shopping is recommended from Government Emporia and suggested shops by us. Most of the large stores will ship your purchases for you, though, for convenience and to avoid postal delays, it is advisable to carry your shopping with you or to book it as baggage.
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