The Essential Safety & Security Guide to Visiting India

Do you feel called to travel to India, but are disheartened by negative news or publicity about violence there?

Are you a female who yearns to travel, but you're unsure of going it alone?

In this Essential Safety & Security Guide to Visiting India, I will show you how to survive, thrive, and enjoy your stay in this great land of India.


I have been a diplomat for India in over 20 countries around the globe. I am well aware of how other cultures might perceive India as being too exotic or really strange.

While some aspects of India's amazing culture might be very foreign for western visitors, if you're aware of how to act, what to do, and how to handle these unique situations, you'll be sure to enjoy your stay.

I assure you, India is a magnificent place to visit! Whether you travel for business or pleasure, I will give you some tips, tricks, and sound advice for embarking upon your trip.

I believe all lives end up as a collection of unique stories, each with its own lessons and wisdom. Why not spice up your own life story with a trip to the beautiful, exotic, and enriching country of India!


In this travel safety guide, I will not only talk about safety and security while in India, but I will also tell you:


About Travelers to India throughout history
What modern tourism looks like today
The real facts about the status of law and orderAdvice for female travelers, specificallySome sound, time-tested advice (from a REAL native-born Indian diplomat!) How to travel safely within India, by air, and by trainHow to obtain travel passage to restricted or protected regions

That's not all! I will dive deep into helping you to understand the cultural considerations you may face.

Some old-fashioned widely held belief systems
Family traditions mixed with modern trendsWays to assimilate into Indian Culture seamlesslyHow to show respect to people of all different faithsSome social manners you can expectHow best to interact with others in public
What clothing is bestMedical and health concernsEnvironmental aspects of your travelsAn extensive look at the food, drink, and hospitality you will encounter

Finally, I will give you a List of Advice that I find anyone coming to India should heed, with packing list suggestions, too. In the back of the book is a Glossary of common Hindi phrases translated to English.


Happy (and safe) travels!