Been thinking about visiting India and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Germany?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
India — planning trip, need advice
Started by SeattleSam · 26 Feb 2026 · 257 views
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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27 Feb 2026 at 09:17
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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27 Feb 2026 at 19:03
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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How does it compare to the Philippines?
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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I was there in February and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $58/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
Spent about $58/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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