Happy Holi!
On March 1st, all of India will be celebrating Holi. This year I’ll be en route to Bengaluru, where the festivities will be finished by the time the plane arrives. I had a chance to [...]
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India Travel Tip #26: Rin Detergent for Do-It-Yourself Laundry
All travelers to India wonder at some point how and where their laundry needs will be met while on the road. Hotel and private laundry services work well if your itinerary allows enough turnaround time. Do-it-yourself laundry is a simple way to keep your supply of clean socks and underwear under control.
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A Meal at Top Chen, Rewalsar Lake, Himachal Pradesh
Mid-morning hunger pains led me to Top Chen near 10 A.M. Located just across from Nyingmapa Monastery, a main draw for Rewalsar tourists, it was thanks to two loud customers sitting on the balcony yapping [...]
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Buying Travel Insurance for India
Knowing which of the roughly 15 companies offering travel insurance is right for you can be a time consuming process. Some travelers may be covered by individual health care, auto, home owners or employer policies. [...]
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5 Things Not to Forget in your Bag
You’ve crammed all you can into your bag but you may have forgotten a few important items. Before heading off to the airport double check you’re covering your bases. Snacks Many tourist destinations require long [...]
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India Travel Tip #23: Register with Embassy
Register your trip online with the US Department of State before departing for your journey to India. Having your presence known allows consular officers to contact you in case of emergency. They can even assist [...]
