FAQs

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Where do we stay once we land in India ?

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If you’re staying in New Delhi for a few days, before or after the wedding, we can share the hotel details for the hotel that Ryan, his parents and a few of their friends are staying at, so you can get group pricing. Unfortunately, hotels in India don’t offer room blocking, but Shruti’s parents can negotiate better pricing if you let us know in advance. As mentioned before, once you’re at the wedding venue, you’re taken care of and don’t have to pay for accommodation or food at the resort where the wedding will be held.

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How long before the wedding should I fly into New Delhi?

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Ryan and his parents will be flying into New Delhi on the 24th of January, if you’d like to get there earlier, please let us know.

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What is the recommended timeline for return flights after the wedding in India ?

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Since the wedding is in Alwar, which is about a 4 hour drive from the New Delhi airport, it is best that you book flights back home after 8pm on February 3rd. That will give you enough time to drive from Alwar to New Delhi and check in to your flights. You can always check with us before booking your flights.

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Do I need a visa to visit India ?

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Yes. Anyone with an American passport will need an e-visa to visit India. You can apply on this link: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html

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Do I need any specific vaccinations to visit India?

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Please read the CDC's recommendation here: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/vfr/india?s_cid=ncezid-dgmq-travel-single-001

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What do I do if I want to see the Taj Mahal while I’m in New Delhi ?

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Ryan and his parents, and a few of their friends will be going to see the Taj Mahal on the 29th of January. If you’d like to join them, please let us know so we can make group travel bookings.

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What currency works in India and how do I get it?

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Indian Rupees is the currency used in India. You can exchange your local currency at the airport you're flying from or once you land in New Delhi. All Visa and Mastercards work in most places in India, but you should call your bank to inform them about your travel plans so that they don't block your transactions. Most small shops/street vendors don't accept cards in India, so you should carry some cash with you at all times.

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Will my phone work in India ?

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Your phone will likely not work unless you call your phone carrier and get an international plan for the time period that you're in India. We know that AT&T offers a $10 per day plan that works in India, and that Shruti has used in the past, we are sure you can call your phone carrier to find a plan that works for you.

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What is the weather like in India ?

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Usually end of Jan, beginning of Feb is pleasant in India. The temperature is usually in the low 70s. The temperatures during the day might go up to 75.

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How many outfits do I need for the Indian wedding ?

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If you’re attending all the Indian wedding festivities, you will need 4 outfits, one each for the mornings of Feb 1st and 2nd and one each for the evenings. The evenings will be fancier, and women can wear dresses or jumpsuits, while men can wear suits or dress pants and shirts. For the morning of each day, you can wear something casual and comfortable. If you'd like to wear Indian outfits, drop us a message and we can help.

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Where can I learn more about Indian weddings ?

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You can read more on this link: https://bit.ly/2LeyM7N