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Two destinations, side by side
Climate, typical costs, currency and more — a quick read before you choose.
India
25 stays
INR (₹) ~1h 54m from Delhi
Best time to visit
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Peak months: Jan–Feb and Oct–Dec.
Cool and dry Oct–Mar; avoid the summer heat and the Jul–Sep monsoon.
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Typical seasonal rates
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Illustrative — based on typical seasonal demand, not a live rate calendar.
Tipping & etiquetteOpenHide
Appreciated, not obligatory — 5–10%
Restaurants: Round up or 5–10% if service isn't already added.
Hotels: ₹50–100 for porters and housekeeping.
Taxis: Round up the fare.
Good to know
- ·Remove shoes before entering homes and temples.
- ·Dress modestly at religious sites; cover shoulders and knees.
- ·Use or receive with the right hand.
Power & connectivity
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230V · 50Hz
Jio & Airtel have excellent 4G/5G. eSIM widely supported — ask the concierge to set one up on arrival.
Health & safety
Drink bottled or purified water
- ·Hep A & typhoid vaccination is commonly advised.
- ·Eat freshly cooked food; skip ice and unpeeled fruit from street stalls.
General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Getting around
Ride-hailing: Uber · Ola
Metros in Delhi, Mumbai & Bengaluru; app cabs and prepaid taxis elsewhere.
They drive on the left — look right first when crossing.
United States
19 stays
USD ($)
Best time to visit
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Peak months: Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct.
Spring and autumn are mildest nationwide; regions vary widely.
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Typical seasonal rates
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Illustrative — based on typical seasonal demand, not a live rate calendar.
Tipping & etiquetteOpenHide
Tipping is expected — 18–22%
Restaurants: 18–22% for table service; it's most servers' real income.
Hotels: $2–5 for porters; $3–5/day for housekeeping.
Taxis: 15–20% of the fare.
Good to know
- ·Tipping is genuinely expected — budget for it everywhere.
- ·Also tip bartenders ($1–2/drink) and valets.
- ·Sales tax is added at the register, not on the label.
Power & connectivity
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120V · 60Hz · bring a voltage converter for high-wattage devices
AT&T & T-Mobile 5G is strong in cities; a US/roaming eSIM is the simplest route.
Health & safety
Tap water is safe to drink
- ·Tap water is safe in the cities.
- ·Medical care is excellent but costly — travel insurance is essential.
General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Getting around
Ride-hailing: Uber · Lyft
Uber/Lyft everywhere; good metros in NYC, DC, Chicago — a car elsewhere.
They drive on the right — look left first when crossing.