India, a land of magical beauty attracts millions of travellers around the world every year to come and enjoy the beauty of India. As you are planning to be one of them very soon, here is a list of precautions which will help you to enjoy your tour fully. You need to be very attentive and careful about your documents, luggage and health.

Things to remember

When you travel in an overcrowded local bus keep your eyes on the luggage. Try to keep it close to you.

If leaving your luggage for anywhere, for any reason, padlock it to a pipe, a bedstead or anything that cannot be moved. Some hotels will keep it for you, but always get a receipt and always check that nothing's missing on your return.

On streets keep all money at zipped pockets.

On trains, use your ruck-sack or bag as a pillow (or stash it under your knees) when sleeping. If going to the bathroom, bolt your bag to a fixed compartment attachment or to a window bar.

In cheap lodging, double-lock the door (with combination padlock) and secure all windows before retiring for the night. Thieves are adept at creeping into unsecured hotel rooms.

Keep all your important documents like passport, health certificate, international driving permit with you always.

Most of the diseases in India are water born there for always keep a flask of boiled water with you and never eat anything from shops or stalls which serve uncovered eatables.

Always keep a medical kit with you when you visit and stock up on aspirins, diarrhoea tablets, insect cream, salt tablets and other first-aid essentials.

Always buy beverages and juices of good brand and check the seal and expiry date before buying.

Always peel your own fruit and vegetables. Steer clear of raw vegetables salads, raw sugarcane (a big cause of amoebic dysentery) or iced cane-juice.

While travelling in dry climate you need to have a lot of liquid and to soak up all the excess liquid. You also need to pick some solid eatables like biscuit, bread etc.

While travelling in dry places like Rajasthan have a lot of water.

If you wish to over stay, you are advised to contact the nearest Foreigner's Regional Registration Office.

Try to use pre-paid taxis/ autorickshows or pay by meter or ask for fare chart.

In order to ensure the quality of products and reasonable prices, always shop at Govt. Emporiums and fixed price shops.