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Currency & Payments

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)

- Credit cards widely accepted in hotels and restaurants

- Cash useful for markets and small shops

- ATMs available everywhere

It’s recommended to exchange a small amount at the airport and use ATMs afterward

SIM Cards & Internet

A local SIM card makes travel MUCH easier:

- Google Maps, Uber, WhatsApp, and food delivery apps

- Cheap and widely available

- Can be purchased at major airports

- Passport required for activation

Affordable data packages are widely available

Food & Water

- Drink bottled or filtered water only

- Avoid tap water and ice

- Eat freshly cooked foods

- Hotels and upscale restaurants are very safe

- Vegetarian and Jain food widely available (especially in Rajasthan 👀)

Cultural Tips

- Hospitality is a huge part of Indian culture. Guests are treated like family

- Expect lots of food, dancing, and late nights

- Bargaining in markets is normal and fun

- Don’t be surprised by people asking for photos. It’s a cultural curiosity