Pros & Cons
Pros
This is the best india guidebook i've ever read. The author covers everything so a solo, adventurous traveler understands what to expect during their travels. This is a must read for traveling here or for working with teams based in india for business... Read More
The book gets a little long and tedious, but covering so many topics in such depth is the cause. Without getting drawn off on useless stories and tangents, the author packs each page with inciteful and useful information. Also essential for making a c... Read More
The author provides guidance on how to dress appropriately in the country as a foreign woman. Her advice on avoiding scams,being very careful with the water you drink and the food you eat--not to mention avoiding crime--is invaluable advice.
Enjoying india covers everything from how to bargain with vendors to avoiding delhi belly. They are loathe to say no. In many respects, travel to india is no different than travelling here-- relax and go with the flow.
Author deeply appreciates both cultures. Translates the experience of india for the new westerner.
Cons
The practical information is thin to non-existent. Superficial, too many endless fillers.
Highlights
Quality
In many respects travel to india is no different than travelling here relax and go with the flow and you will have a great time
Just as a fluent bilingual translator is needed to truly communicate with the peoples of countries who speak different languages j
Competitiveness
Well written informative book on travelling in india if not a liitle restrictive but better to err on the side of being too pol... Read More
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Example when an indian tells you they will do something for you tomorrow it probably isnt going to happen at all
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Words dont always mean the same thing
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Some reviewers felt the book was too tough and discouraged visitors
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That isnt going change so accept it or stay at home
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Invaluable if you have never been to india
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I wanted a book that explains current cultureetiquette customsdressreligionetc since i didnt need info on hotels and transportation
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Having said that i would recommend people read this book before travelling to india because i think many clueless travelers could use the info
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The section on dress for men and women is especially apropos