Etramping is making it to India, finally!
We are heading to India towards the end of January 2016, thus, we thought this post would be useful not only for us, but for everyone who has not discovered it yet. If you haven’t been to India, you just aren’t a serious international traveller, they say :-).
India is one of the largest and most populous nations on Earth. It is rich in culture and history, and there is so much variety found within its massive borders, that there is something for everyone – millions of things for everyone, in fact. India may seem a little intimidating to the casual traveller, but it’s well worth conquering this fear and going to one of the most rewarding travel destinations on the face of the earth. Flight tickets to India will be your biggest expense (and they’re not even that bad!). After that, it’s smooth sailing.
#1 It’s Affordable
India is a developing nation. It’s one of the fastest growing economies on the Earth, and it will surely be an economic force to be dealt with in the coming decades. It already is in many respects. But India is still far from a mature economy. If you are traveling to India from a developed nation, you will find that your currency stretches a lot further than it does back home. You can even explore Goa for less than $25 a day. So go to India. You’ll be able to stay in accommodations that impress and amaze.
You’ll be able to enjoy food and flavors that are beyond your wildest dreams. And you’ll do it all for much less than you’d spend at some tourist trap resort on the beach back in the US.
#2 It’s A Totally New Experience
India is nothing if not novel. Even if you’ve sampled one part of it thoroughly, there are many other places for you to explore. When people think of India, they often think of crowded cities. While this is certainly something that’s available to you, this is only a sliver of what you can see and do in India. There are pastoral forests and verdant landscapes.
There are deserts. There are large regions devoted entirely to religious contemplation and history. Whatever you want to see and enjoy, India has that available for you. Do your research on what India has to offer, and I think you’ll find it’s a place you have to go.
#3 It’s Accessible
While much of Asia is becoming more difficult for westerners to visit, this is not true of India. It doesn’t have the economic/political turmoil on the Middle East, or the suspicion of the West that’s present in places like China. Take advantage of this friendly acceptance of people in your shoes, and you’ll find that India is one of the most accessible major countries to get into if you’ve never been there before. In today’s world, you can’t take for granted that countries which are presently easy to visit will always be so. Visit India the first chance you get!
India is a magical place you absolutely have to go. Whether you’re able to stay for a week or a year, you won’t run out of stuff to do, and I think you’ll find the whole trip affordable and rewarding.
Have you crossed it off your list? What are your thoughts?
48 thoughts on “3 Reasons We Are Making India the Next Country We Check Off Our List”
India will never be crossed off my list. It’s the most exciting country I have ever been too. It can make you laugh, cry and stop breathing with wonderment all in one day (if not at the same time). Each state is unique. The people are delightful, the history fascinating, the colours electric. I better stop there or I’ll be going on all day. ENJOY!! xxx PS Goan food… oh my!!
I have been to India twice. After the first time I was sure that I will never go there ever again, but it’s like a drug. Once I got over the cultural hangover, I needed to go there again. And I will go there again and again as it’s the only place in the Earth where I feel like I’ve gone to another planet. No other place seems to be different enough after that. It smells, there’s rubbish everywhere, people seem to think that all outdoors is a toilet, they don’t mind peeing while standing beside you as there is so much people everywhere that there just isn’t private enough place anyway unless you have money and can buy some privacy inside the buildings. And people are just amazing there friendly, happy, curious and fun. It may be hard to find a place to eat after seeing rats and cockroaches crawling around, but once you find the place, the food is amazing. Best spot for cultural tourism!
Hi,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We truly can’t wait to make it there very soon! :)
India is a place I’m still really hit or miss about when it comes to traveling to. They have some beautiful architecture and it’s a very cultured society, but everywhere I look it, “Ladies, cover up,” “Never lose sight of your luggage,” and other tips when going to India. I’m sure you’re not too worried though, you have Cez!
I can’t wait to explore its architecture.
I’m Indian….You just should be careful in India now a days due to women safety issues especially in North parts of India. South India is more safe and accommodating.
Visit Kerala state it has lot of natural beauty, and Rajasthan in the North has great architectural palaces. These two states offer the maximum cultural experience.
Taj Mahal is over rated, the best place in India is Ram Setu deep down south at a place called Rameshwarem. If ever one wanted spiritual quest..This is THE place to go.
Good Luck
I travel with Cez, so no worries :).
Me and Ben went to India a couple of years ago – it was the biggest cultural shock ive ever experienced and I have travelled alot. After 2 months in India, I was itching to fly to Thailand, however I would agree that India calls you back for more.
We will definiately go back – we loved Rajasthan and perhaps next time we will head further north.
Nice to know that. Thank you, girl!
you are going to find it brilliant. and you’ll do fine on $25 a day!
Nice. Great to hear that! :)
Hey Agness, I am from India and love to meet you, I can’t host but I can give you the tips and advice because India is a very big country so it can be risky also because every country has good and bad people so first tip is “Please cover up yourself”… we have number of frustated horny guys here and there :)
So keep yourself safe and you can contact me anytime for more.
Definitely one of the world’s most prominent nations … hope to visit there myself soon!
Indeed!
I’m hoping to go to India to visit my brother in law’s family in the not too distant future. I look forward to reading about your experiences!
Awesome!
India will teach you serenity, whatever comes after, you will not be bothered……I travel almost every year to India, I love it, once you get used to the chaos and of course sometimes very strange sights you will only enjoy.One piece of advice: never run around in western “sexy “clothes….thin long sleeves and long pants help a lot to avoid stupid looks from sometimes stupid men.please no hotpants or tightsleeveless shirts (moscitowise as well…..) In New Delhi go to the international travel bureau(open 24 hours…) on the first floor of Delhi train station for all your tickets by train through India….a very helpful place……
Thank you for the tips! I’ll keep them in mind, for sure. Can’t wait to get to Delhi.
A fascinating country!
Happy New Year!
Indeed!
I am so jealous!!! India is one of my top must see destinations. I can’t wait to see pictures!
We’re happy to go there, indeed!
Hey guys!! I live in Delhi and if you’re stopping by, get in touch :) id love to show you guys around. I’ve not been traveling in a while and I’m itching to interact with the travel blogging community again <3
Hi Surya,
Thank you for that. We would love to meet you as well. Let’s keep in touch and once we plan our stay in Delhi, we will definitely message you :). It would be lovely to have a lunch together and walk around your city.
India is on my list for 2016, I am hoping to get there in February, but if not, Tim from Urban Duniya suggested I visit with him and his folks later in the year. So I totes appreciate your excitement and cannot wait to read your posts and see your pictures. Happy travels. :)
Thanks, Anna. I can’t wait to make it there. It’s gonna happen very soon!
I can’t wait to hear what you guys have to say about it!! Get ready – it’s amazing!!
I look forward to getting there! :)
Sadly I’ve yet to visit but my friend has just got back and she absolutely loved it, hope you have a great time!
We hope to have a lot of fun, indeed. I can’t wait! :)
This is wonderul news Agness. I’m so excited for you both!
I have already been to India. I went 11 years ago (yikes) and it was one of the most exciting, most beautiful, and yet most challenging adventures ever. Ever!
I travelled there solo and spent 30 days in Rajasthan. The best parts were the palaces, havelis, historical buildings, food, the people and the intense strangeness of it all. The worst parts were the overnight train ride, the dirt, the poverty, the lack of toilets and the constant spitting! Having said that, you’ll love it and have the experience of your life. I’m even thinking of taking my husband and son next year to either India or China, so let’s have all your blogs, photographs and thoughts.
Have fun!
Thank you for sharing, sweetie.
I can’t wait to see your photos and read about your experiences in India! It’s a place that absolutely fascinates me, yet the idea of traveling there is still somewhat intimidating. I think the poverty and street kids would break my heart on a daily basis. I’m very interested to learn how this affects your time there. Good luck and happy travels!
Thank you, Heather. We can’t wait to go there!
Yay, you guys are visiting my motherland! I’m originally of Indian origin but British so have never lived there although have visited very many times and I too find it a place full of contrasts in good ways and bad. It will be unlike anywhere else you have visited I’m sure and just be careful with the food as I fell ill a few times when I was younger but then you guys have travelled so much around Asia and South East Asia already that you’re probably pretty used to knowing what precautions to take anyway. Have an amazing time! Look forward to seeing pics :)
What? I didn’t know that. Now we are even more excited about it!
Wonderful to know that you are planning to visit my country….I hope you have a wonderful stay and enjoy visiting India.
You are welcome to contact me via my blog / twitter in case you have any queries etc…
Thank you. I really appreciate that! :)