| Vadodara is formerly named Baroda, an Indian state | | | | bring the certificate with you. This is a requirement, |
| of Gujarat. Consider some travel tips when planning to | | | | especially for those coming from the United Kingdom, |
| visit this lovely place. | | | | Canada and United States. |
| Baroda is now known as Vadodara. It is Gujarats | | | | Tourists might find it a little tiring or difficult to engage in |
| Indian state that ranks as its 3rd most populated city, | | | | outdoor activities if they have respiratory ailments. But |
| following Surat and Ahmedabad. It population has | | | | it does not mean they do not have to have fun. Just |
| reached more than 1.6 million residents. It is also known | | | | keep your own pacing and don't forget to breathe. |
| as Sanskari Nagari or The City of Culture because it is | | | | Bring your own medicines and other accessories you |
| deemed as Gujarat's cultural capital; and Sayaji Nagari | | | | might need. |
| or Sayajis City which is derived from Maharaj | | | | If you will be staying there for a long time, it is |
| Sayajirao Gaekwad III, their famous ruler. | | | | advisable that you get a Hepatitis B vaccination. Also |
| The location of Baroda or Vadodara lies along the | | | | bring a mosquito net, mosquito repellant and spray to |
| banks of the river Vishwamitri just after their great | | | | avoid getting dengue and malaria. Have a first aid kit |
| Saint, Rishi Vishwamitra. On its southeast portion is | | | | handy for emergency purposes. |
| Ahmedabad and it is Vadodara Districts administrative | | | | Smaller restaurants may be cheaper but you are not |
| headquarters. | | | | always guaranteed if you are eating clean food from |
| There are many interesting sites in this region including | | | | them. Avoid meats if you can as they more easily |
| the majestic Lakshmi Vilas Palace as well as the | | | | accumulate bacteria. Also avoid ordering their free |
| Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, a famous | | | | service water. Bring your own bottled water instead. |
| institution because of its departments like Performing | | | | Try not to buy salads and cut fruits from their roadside |
| Arts Technology, Fine Arts, Psychology, Management, | | | | vendors. These are usually exposed to dirt and might |
| Medicine and Social Work. Their major industries | | | | cause diarrhea when eaten. |
| include engineering, petrochemicals, plastics, | | | | Never eat food and drinks given by strangers. Most |
| pharmaceuticals and Forex. | | | | locals would offer free tasting to lure you to buy their |
| Whether you are traveling to India, the US or other | | | | food. Be wary always. |
| parts of the globe, it is important to take note of basic | | | | On railway stations and airports, never leave your |
| travel tips. The very basic would be to have a list of | | | | luggage unattended. We are not saying that the locals |
| emergency numbers and addresses of important | | | | can not be trusted, but it is a fact that pickpockets and |
| establishments in the area. Take note of the nearest | | | | thieves are everywhere. |
| hospitals or clinics, | | | | In your hotel room, never leave your suitcase unlocked. |
| When going to Guajarat, factors you need to take | | | | Otherwise, try to always bring your valuables with you |
| note of include the clothes you need to wear, shopping | | | | instead of leaving them in your room. |
| districts and how to go about in finding the best | | | | Women are advised not to travel alone. If you need to |
| attractions. During the summer season, it is best to | | | | get an auto rickshaw or cab and you see another |
| carry light cotton fabrics and your hats, sun glasses | | | | person beside the driver, never get inside the vehicle. It |
| and trusted sun block lotion. During the rainy season, | | | | is also advisable for women not to wear daring or |
| cotton is still appropriate but you also need folding | | | | revealing clothing. |
| umbrellas. During the winter season, do bring jackets | | | | A money belt is an accessory that keeps your money |
| and woolen fabrics. | | | | in place while it is strapped around your waist. |
| The most common diseases you will find in India are | | | | Sometimes this is better than keeping your money in |
| dengue, cholera, hepatitis, dysentery, typhoid, malaria | | | | your wallet. Thieves will find it harder to grab the |
| and meningitis along trekking areas. Make sure you | | | | money belt compared to a wallet inside your bag. |
| consult with your doctor prior to your trip. Bring | | | | When going shopping or eating out, go to reputed |
| precautionary medicines and ointments. | | | | shops and establishments, especially if you will be using |
| Going to the Yellow Fever Region can be a bit risky | | | | your credit cards. Credit card fraud is quite rampant in |
| so it is best that you get the necessary vaccines and | | | | India. |