Contrary to belief, India has a modern credit card payment system in place, accepting several of the major credit cards on the market. These cards can be used at restaurants, hotels, shops, supermarkets, and more, [...]
Take an emerging superpower, a burgeoning economy and a contest to design an iconic symbol to represent your country’s currency and what do you get? A fresh simplistic character with which India’s government hopes will become as globally recognizable as the $, ¥ and €.
“Gird your loins” is the first thought that runs through my mind when suggesting travelers of India find, hoard and sparingly spend any coin they can rustle up. Maybe not the biblical reference, as much [...]
Ripped, torn or badly damaged currency is not accepted in India for payments of any kind. Merchants, taxi drivers, restaurants, and hotels will try to pass off ripped rupees to unsuspecting tourists. Be sure to [...]
Have traveler’s checks or currency to exchange for Indian Rupees? I took a chance on using their services after seeing signs and reading about them in my guide books. Multiple offices exist in Delhi apparently offering only specific services in each. For money exchange I was redirected 3 times to a final destination of Connaught Place.
Keep your money, credit cards and passport safe with my favorite travel accessories. The undercover neck pouch is worn around your neck and then tucked into your shirt. Usually made of nylon or silk, this [...]
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