India to go or not

Posted by: burnsy

29th Mar 2013 03:37pm

In October and November 2012, at the behest of my wife, we spent just over 4 weeks in many parts of India with the aim of both sightseeing and fulfilling her Buddhist quests. She had a great time visiting many religious sites and attending a Dalai Lama lecture in Dharamsala. I, for much of the journey, suffered a variety of ailments including many bouts of Delhi belly, worms, chest infection etc. She is very keen to return to India next year. Should I dare to accompany her again?

aussiejohn

5th May 2014 04:16pm

Talk to your doctor and research how to travel in India safely and in good health. I am sure there will be tons of stuff from people who have managed to have a good time in India and stay well.

I would love to go, and have worried about it. My only experience so far is 2 days in Mumbai some years ago, but I was wary. I will go again. I am sure it is possible to travel safely there, taking reasonable precautions re food, water, etc.

I did have a touch of tummy problems on the plane home, that was caused by food eaten at a 5 star hotel at the airport, that Qantas sent us (Biz Class passengers) to, while our flight was delayed. So you can get sick anywhere.

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