Tips for Solo Female Travelers to India

India is one of my favorite international destinations. There is nothing like the food, architecture and shopping anywhere else in the world. The thing that can be challenging is that the rules for women in India are different than rules for women in the West, so if not careful, women who travel alone may inadvertently put themselves in danger. Here are some safety tips...

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A Smart Shopper's Guide to Shopping in India

I've spent a total of around a year in India. I love some things about India, and am less than thrilled with some other aspects of India. One of the things I love is shopping, though I've had some maddening Indian shopping experiences as well. This article contains some tips for making your shopping experience in India one that you'll remember with fondness rather than regret. Don't...

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India Camel Safari Tips

One of the best things about international travel is that it provides the opportunity to do things you would never do at home. One of my fondest India travel memories is of a camel safari in Rajasthan. Riding a camel was far different than I imagined it would be, and in fact, I came very close to falling face forward into the sand the first time I tried it. Here are a few...

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