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Learn Hindi: Essential phrases for travellers
Travellers will find that most people asscoiated with the tourism industry in India speak or at least understand English. Standard Hindi is the official language of India and is the most widely spoken of India's scheduled languages. It can be useful to learn a little Hindi to help enhance your travels. Here is a handy list of keywords and phrases that will help you have a comfortable stay in India.
Continue reading...Spring and summer festivals in India
17. May 2010
Festivals in India are an integral part of life and are often colourful and lavish celebrations. Planning a trip to coincide with a festival in India offers a unique experience and plenty of colourful photo opportunities.
Continue reading...Women with Wanderlust: safe travel for women in India
19. March 2010
Travelling through India as a single woman might be daunting but it is usually just a case of empowering yourself with knowledge. We look at helpful tips that will help keep single, women travellers in India safe and how staying in a homestay can enhance your Indian experience.
Continue reading...Canadian traveller on India, voluntary work and homestays
14. January 2010
We heard from Liam, a Westerner on a year out, who has been experiencing Mahindra Homestays while doing voluntary work in India. Watch his video.
Continue reading...Tweets Of The Week: India Travel On The Web Round-Up 4
16. December 2009
Turban wrapping, corkscrew minarets, Varanasi views and the best beaches in India. These were our favourite recent links.
Continue reading...Wrapping A Sari Or Saree – What’s Your Style?
10. December 2009
Did you know there are dozens of ways to wrap a sari? Styles vary from region to region, according to background and sometimes religion. Read more and watch a sari wrapping video.
Continue reading...October Photo Of The Month Result
2. November 2009
Last month's winner announced, plus news on an exciting new development for our popular photo competition.
Continue reading...10 Great Deewali Photos – India’s Festival Of Lights
3. October 2009
We've collected some wonderful Deewali images to set the mood for this year's festival. Here are ten photos that we like.
Continue reading...Jodhpur Folk Festival – Enjoy It With Us
17. September 2009
Preview of Jodhpur's popular and well-regarded folk festival. We have some interesting accommodation in Jodhpur that can make your stay even more special.
Continue reading...India Food And Drink Treats: Where To Find The Best Of Everything
14. September 2009
Our list of specialty India dishes to try in numerous India cities and towns. Petha in Agra? Mishti Doi in Kolkata? Add yours to the list and grow this mouthwatering resource.
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