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| Do's & Dont's |
| The Northern part of India, has numerous tourist destinations like Delhi, Shimla, Agra, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Pushkar, and Uttaranchal. Some of these places boast of architectural marvels, while others are known for their natural beauty. No matter what one seeks, the Northern zone is a treasure trove of varied colors, flavors, adventures, wildlife, archititural and cultures that never fail to fascinate the visitors from all over the world on tours of North India. |
The dos and don’ts while you travel to North India will help you make your so journ a memorable oneSome of the important travel tips are:
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Accomodation |
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Accomodation |
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*Always book into approved hotels or RTDC run hotels. |
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*Don't think you are getting a bargain if a free ride is given by any transporters to a hotel, check with tourist information office first. |
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*Make enquiries at the information bureaux located at most Railway stations, Bus stands, Airports. |
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*Before staying in a paying guest accommodation, always check about its authorisation by the Department of Tourism |
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*Don't stay with or be coaxed into staying with people you meet at Railway platforms, Bus stands or shopping areas. |
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Transport |
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Transport |
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*Take autorikshaws from pre paid kiosk wherever available. |
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* Free rides can culminate in trouble at hotel suggested by the driver. |
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*Otherwise settle the amount before embarking on the journey. |
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*Don't leave your valuables, luggage with the driver |
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*Hire taxis from approved Travel Agency, RTDC or through Govt. Tourist Reception Centres. |
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*Make enquires (As to where & how far each monument, tourist site is located ) before setting out on sight seeing with only the driver as a guide. |
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SHOPPING: |
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SHOPPING: |
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*Always insist on a bill for purchases made |
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*Don't let the driver coax you into doing more shopping than sight seeing. |
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*Purchase from reputed or recognised shops. |
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*Avoid showrooms near tourist sites or else ensure the price and authenticity of the purchase being made. |
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*Ensure RST/ CST registration numbers in a corner on the bill sheet. |
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*Avoid shops that have names very similar to govt. |
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*Always double-check the goods in the parcel before leaving the shop or allowing it to be packed for despatch. |
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*Avoid carrying out business or developing relations for furthering business with unknown persons who are sweet talkers and at times impeccable turned out. |
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*Ensure payment by credit cards is made only once for each bill. |
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*Don't sign on blank letter heads or bills. |
| *Avoid help of guide /driver while shopping. Try to avoid shops recommended by them. |
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Money Exchange |
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Money Exchange |
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*Take from authorised money exchangers and take a receipt. |
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*IDon't exchange from unauthorised money exchangers who do not provide a receipt. |
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TAXI: |
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TAXI: |
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*Utilize services of pre-paid taxis, wherever available.
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*Utilize services of pre-paid taxis, wherever available. |
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Misc.: |
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Misc.: |
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*It is quite a closed society therefore you are advised not to dress in clothes that are too revealing and too scanty. |
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*It is quite a closed society therefore you are advised not to dress in clothes that are too revealing and too scanty. |
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*Eat food that you buy yourself. |
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*Don't go in for free lunch & dinner or drinks. |
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*Always ensure your passport & other precious belongings are safe. Never give them to strangers or shopkeepers or staff in the hotel. |
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*Don't roam around into the late hours of the night. |
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