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Ashna & Abhay

March 11, 2026 • Almora, Uttarakhand, India

Ashna & Abhay

March 11, 2026 • Almora, Uttarakhand, India

Q + A

Where should we buy traditional clothing from?

Shahpur Jat, Hauz Khas Village and other markets in Delhi. We will go shopping together on the 8th of March which is allocated for shopping, unless you want to buy some stuff online. Recommended websites for shopping: Pernia Pop Up, The Loom. Kalki Fashion.

For which dates is the accommodation paid for?

We are booking accommodation for the 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th of March with check out on the 13th of March. It will be less than an hour away from the venue where all the functions are taking place. The transport back/forth to the venue will also be covered.

Wedding Presents

Your presence at our wedding means the world to us and is truly all we need. If you wish to give a gift, we would prefer cash contribution to enable us to invest freely in what might be required, either through a bank transfer or in a gift envelope. Account Details Attached. BSB: 063097 Account Number: 33848688 Name: Ashna & Abhay Bank: CBA

Where should we book accommodation in Delhi?

Please refer to the google spreadsheet shared on the Whatsapp group for planning for Delhi.

When should we be flying in?

We recommend flying in by the 7th or 8th of March 2026 in Delhi so you can shop in the day and be ready to hit the road on the 9th of March. You will need to book accommodation for the time you plan on staying in Delhi. We have provided some suggestions for accommodation close to the place where we recommend shopping.

What’s the plan for getting from Delhi to Almora and back?

We will be picking everybody up on the morning of 9th of March from Delhi (Location TBC) unless you plan on reaching the accommodation by yourself. The journey will be 8 hours. After the night of 12th of March, you are free to book your travels as you wish. Abhay and I will stay back in Almora.

Which hotels are we staying in?

Imperial Hotel in Binsar

Can I book extra nights in Almora after check out on the 13th of March?

We can help out on the spot. You don't need to worry beforehand.

What is the weather like in Almora in March?

The weather is pleasant, hovering between 9-23 degrees celsius. Usually cold in the mornings and nights so wedding night will be cold.

Do I need to bring cash?

We recommend carrying Australian dollars to India and getting them exchanged for rupees at the Indian airport or in the market when you go shopping. There are a lot of local places where you would need cash so carry a good amount.

What are the societal norms I need to be aware of?

1. Negotiate everywhere you go 2. Address every elder by "Uncle" or "Aunty" 3. For women, recommend covered clothing when traveling around India 4. "Namaste" is our greeting when we meet each other 5. For couples we recommend minimum PDA hehe

Recommendations for apps & websites for traveling around india

1. Uber 100% for taxi/transportation 2. Google Maps 3. Zomato for food delivery 4. Google Pay 5. Booking.com for hotel bookings 6. IRCTC Rail Connect for local railway bookings 7. Makemytrip.com for local airline bookings 8. Blinkit - For easy grocery delivery