Planning my first trip to India in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from the UK and have experience in Europe but this would be my first time in India.
Thanks for any help!
India veteran spots after 10 visits
Started by SunshineSteve · 27 Feb 2026 · 885 views
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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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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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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I was there in February and prices were great value.
Spent about $97/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $97/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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