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Indian Travel Scams Part 4: The Delhi “Tourist Office” Exposé
Travel, Scam Case Files 2025-07-01 Travel, Scam Case Files 2025-07-01

Indian Travel Scams Part 4: The Delhi “Tourist Office” Exposé

This Delhi case file pulls together common elements from traveller reviews about fake tourist offices and rushed tour sales so you can recognise the pattern early.

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Indian Travel Scams Part 3: Digital Payments and Online Booking Traps
Travel, Scams Series 2025-06-05 Travel, Scams Series 2025-06-05

Indian Travel Scams Part 3: Digital Payments and Online Booking Traps

Part three of our India scam series tracks how digital payments and online bookings can go wrong, and how to build a safety net before you tap pay.

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Indian Travel Scams Part 2: Money, Tickets and Paper Tricks
Travel, Scams Series 2025-05-20 Travel, Scams Series 2025-05-20

Indian Travel Scams Part 2: Money, Tickets and Paper Tricks

Part two of our India scam series breaks down ticket, booking and money tricks and shows how to use official channels and paperwork to your advantage.

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Indian Travel Scams Part 1: Street Level Tricks Around Stations and Sights
Travel, Scams Series 2025-05-05 Travel, Scams Series 2025-05-05

Indian Travel Scams Part 1: Street Level Tricks Around Stations and Sights

Part one of our India scam series maps street level tricks around stations and monuments, and shows how a few habits stop them cold.

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On the Ground in India: Everyday Etiquette for Travelers
Travel 2025-01-20 Travel 2025-01-20

On the Ground in India: Everyday Etiquette for Travelers

An etiquette guide that covers clothing, greetings, photos and everyday behavior so travelers can move through India with more confidence and respect.

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Planning Your First India Route: How Many Cities Is Too Many
Travel 2025-01-13 Travel 2025-01-13

Planning Your First India Route: How Many Cities Is Too Many

A practical framework for deciding how many stops to include on a first India trip so the route feels rich rather than rushed.

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Staying Online in India: SIM Cards, eSIMs and Wi-Fi
Travel 2024-04-22 Travel 2024-04-22

Staying Online in India: SIM Cards, eSIMs and Wi-Fi

An overview of how to stay connected in India using SIM cards, eSIMs and Wi-Fi without overpaying or dropping off the map.

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Money in India: ATMs, Cards and Mobile Payments Explained
Travel 2024-04-15 Travel 2024-04-15

Money in India: ATMs, Cards and Mobile Payments Explained

From rupee notes to mobile payments, this guide explains how to handle money in India without turning every purchase into a guessing game.

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Staying Healthy on the Road in India: Food, Water and Air Tips
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Staying Healthy on the Road in India: Food, Water and Air Tips

A measured guide to staying healthy in India, from what you eat and drink to how you pace yourself in busy cities.

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Visas for India: How North American Travelers Can Prepare
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Visas for India: How North American Travelers Can Prepare

Practical visa guidance for US and Canadian travelers headed to India, with an emphasis on preparation rather than last minute panic.

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Getting Around India: Trains, Buses, Flights and When to Use Each
Travel 2024-03-25 Travel 2024-03-25

Getting Around India: Trains, Buses, Flights and When to Use Each

A clear look at when to choose trains, buses, flights or hired cars when you are trying to cross India without burning out.

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Survival Phrases for India: Simple Hindi That Actually Helps
Travel 2024-03-18 Travel 2024-03-18

Survival Phrases for India: Simple Hindi That Actually Helps

A compact set of Hindi phrases for travelers who want everyday interactions in India to feel warmer and less confusing.

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India Airport Guide: Arrival, Security and Domestic Connections
Travel 2024-03-11 Travel 2024-03-11

India Airport Guide: Arrival, Security and Domestic Connections

A calm, step by step look at arriving in India by air, from immigration and baggage to domestic connections and first taxi rides.

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India Packing List: What to Bring and What to Leave at Home
Travel 2024-03-04 Travel 2024-03-04

India Packing List: What to Bring and What to Leave at Home

A realistic India packing list that focuses on modest, breathable clothing, a smart health kit and a bag you can still lift into a train rack.

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