Recent content by Aurora

Has anyone ever heard of the gem scams in Jaipur? I read a lot about it and was wondering if anyone has ever encountered a similar experience?

I think you can find some hotels that offer good laundry services. However, I would advise you to take less expensive clothes on your trip in order to avoid incidents.

I did not know that it was as simple as this! It actually may come in handy to open a bank account once there. However, are some banks better than the others? Also, will you be able to have your ATM card as soon as you open your account or does it take too long?

I know that it gets colder as you climb higher, but just how cold does it really get? Do I need thick jackets and jumpers for my trek?

A friend of mine is traveling with her 6-month old baby and she is worried about finding good quality diapers in India. Do you think this will be an issue? Should she carry her own from home?

What is the best season to visit Kashmir if I want to see some snow? I can't seem to find any accurate information on the web. Any ideas?

Will I be allowed to bring my own herbal medicine and herbal teas with me when traveling to India? Will I have a problem at customs?

I think it depends on which part of India you are planning to go to. However, I am pretty sure that you can find all types of ingredients at the right store.

Has anyone really been in a situation where they needed to use pepper spray in India? It sounds a little extreme to me to be honest.

I agree with Ted. If you really have to carry your prescription medicine with you, make sure you have at least a copy of your doctor's prescription in order to avoid trouble.

As far as I know, Masala Chai is a variation of Indian tea where they add Indian herbs and spices for extra flavor. I have never tasted it, but I would love to.

I love Pakodas and so far I have only tasted the onion ones. They are so tasty and, although they are similar to onion rings, I think they taste better.

I am not a big fan of beer in general; although I have tried a few that I have enjoyed. However, what I really enjoy drinking is a good wine. Are there any wineries in India that are worth checking out? It would really be interesting to see how wine is made in India.

A friend of mine mentioned AirBnB and he was wondering if he should try it. Thanks for your tips, @Antonr5860; they are really helpful. You are right, you never know who you will end up staying with.

I think tipping the driver will definitely make him happy. I mean, who wouldn't like to have a little extra money for their effort and hard work?