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I think since she's not comfortable with the idea of riding an overnight train, then she should just ride during the day, where she feels safer and less tense.

My first concern is safety especially after rape case in 2012, how safe would you say it is travelling within India and what precautions should one take? - Do not travel alone, that's all there is to it. Be in a group or with someone you know who is capable of protecting you in case of emergency...

As long as you don't bring more than what's needed, taking home sweets should be fine. If your customs officials aren't so stuck-up, then you just might need to be careful with your purchases.

I didn't know this is the situation between Nepal and India. Regardless, though, both countries would be on the losing end if they keep this up. It takes a lot of maturity to separate economic interests from political squabbles. Between India and Nepal, the latter is at a disadvantage. A number...

You can be a transient for a while. How long will you be staying? Renting a house may not be a practical choice if you're only staying for a short time. On one hand, paying for a hotel room will cripple your budget if you stay there for weeks or a month. A good alternative would be a hostel or a...

Visa on arrival simply means that you have to present a visa (for whatever purpose) the moment you arrive. However, the preparation process would take weeks or months, depending on how fast you're able to comply with the requirements. E-visa seems all right but again, you only have a few days'...

I would concur with the statements above that Zika has not yet infiltrated India. None of its citizens have been diagnosed with the virus. But just because this is the case that does not mean you're just going to be lax and not take extra measures to stay safe. Even if you're going to a country...

The state of Kerala has some of the best South Indian dishes around. Besides its picturesque scenery, Kerala is known for mass-producing coffee, tea, cashew and spices to name a few. They even have tons of plantations for these products. Keralan dishes also cater to both vegetarian and...

Well tofu is made from soy, right? Indians utilize tofu just as much the Chinese do. They have a tofu-based dish with peas and a lot of spices. I do not know how they call it, though. It seems to be famous in certain regions and less well known in other parts. Indians aren't so big on meat and...

I've been on a number of solo excursions for a few years now and it's not all the time that you get to meet people who are on the same wavelength as you while travelling. You can't just give away your trust and confidence to random people. With girls, however, you know when you can build a...

I don't know if it's possible to rebook the tickets you already purchased but if there's that option then you should take advantage of it. I'm sure if you ask the train operator's management, then perhaps they can help you remedy this situation.

Carry different types of light-weight outdoor footwear with you when travelling to different parts of India. It's okay for women to wear open-toe sandals but if you intend to hike for hours, doing so may not exactly be a good idea unless it's an outdoor type of sandals.

I am fond of travelling alone but if I'm going to a place with security issues, I'd rather travel with two or more people. Security's a big deal when you're travelling to areas known for having a controversial past.

Wherever you are, not just in India, it's better to err on the side of caution than to totally forgo security for the sake of adventure. Travel with a companion or a group. Make sure you can locate the nearest police station. Take note of your embassy's contact details for emergency purposes.

I wonder how any of those new rules will actually make life easier for train travellers. If the rates keep changing just like plane tickets, then that would surely be a pain in the neck. You'd have to be on the lookout all the time just so you can buy tickets at a much lower price.