Top tips for visiting India

• Bring your camera – apart from your passport, your camera will be the most important thing you bring. You’ll see some truly breathtaking sites that you’ll want to take some snaps
• Eat local – the food in India really is on another planet, so try and steer clear of the tikka masalas and the butter chickens. If you can, try street food at one of the local bazaars, or eat with a local family.
• Prepare well for your visit to India – the fear factor is hyped, but by and large, it is safe to travel in India. Be alert and be confident!
• Consult your doctor before visiting to make sure you have all the up to date vaccinations.
• Go beyond the mainstream – whilst the main sites are spectacular, do some research and spend some time at some of the lesser known places.
• Go outside your comfort zone – India isn’t a holiday it is a cultural adventure. Have plenty of patience and a good sense of humour, and it will be a life changing experience.
• Here’s some local phrases that will help you on your travels throughout
  • Chalo – Let’s go
  • Ruko – Stop
  • Paani – Water
  • Mehenga – Expensive
  • Paise – Money
  • Dhanyavaad/shukriya – Thank you
  • Namaste – Greetings/hello