India·CautionThe "special tourist" price
How it works
Many sites and services have dual pricing: a local price and a tourist price (sometimes x10 or x20). It's legal for public monuments, but some shops take advantage too.
Field advice
Dual pricing at monuments is normal. For everything else, ask the price upfront and compare with Google Maps/reviews.
prices
bargaining
daily life
Essential links for India
Travel insurance
via Chapka Assurances
Flights
via Skyscanner
Accommodation
via Booking.com
Activities
via GetYourGuide
Travel guide
via Amazon
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