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Basic Information of Photography Tips for India - Swan Tour

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Always be respectful of people you want to photograph. Ask permission beforehand, especially from women, as taking photos of people can be an extremely sensitive issue. You don't need to know the local language. It's enough to smile and hold your camera or camcorder up in a questioning sort of way.  Remember that colorfully dressed tribal people and others are simply living their lives. Refrain from encroaching on their privacy without their permission. India is not a giant theme park that is here for your pleasure. Even if you come to India on an expensive photo tour, your fee does not entitle you to take photos of anyone and everyone without their consent. Some people will ask for a little payment, or baksheesh, for having their photo taken. A rupee or two is usually sufficient, but certainly no more than five or ten rupees, unless you are a professional photographer shooting for commercial purposes and you need a model release, in which case it is appropriate to give...

Tips on wheelchair access and other special needs while traveling to India !

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In spite of the enormous number of physically challenged people in India, few places are wheelchair accessible by design. Most of the major tourist attractions are inaccessible; to say nothing of many other places you may want to visit. Hotels, temples, private homes, restaurants, shops and other buildings usually have steps up, especially in places with heavy monsoon rains.  If you require wheelchair access, you'll need to find out in advance about every single place you plan to visit or stay. For many people, a specialized travel agency could be the best option for making such arrangements. Otherwise, you will need to spend enormous amounts of time and energy planning every step in advance. Whether you use an agency or do it yourself, it's essential to articulate your requirements as fully and clearly as possible.  Although the situation is slowly improving, few hotels are truly accessible. When making hotel reservations, be sure that your reservation is for a par...