According to a latest report from eMarketer, the population of smartphone users is inching towards the 2 billion mark, and will most probably cross it by 2016. Given such a massive use of smartphones and internet in today’s time, everyone turns to online search for rectifying their queries. The most significant use comes when one is on a travel expedition abroad. Be it the cheap and best places to eat, information regarding local transports, trip advisory for local sightseeing, or the helpline numbers for emergency situations; it’s a good practice to keep a track of where to look when in need of such requirements. And this becomes much more useful when the motive for travel is volunteering and the destination is a diverse country like India.
Volunteering India has been placing gapers and backpackers in several volunteer projects in India from last more than 8 years and have been playing the role of one stop shop for all queries. However, here is a comprehensive list of 17 important websites that Volunteering India believes can come really handy for volunteers while on a volunteering program in India.
1. Incredible India
All information regarding India; including the cultural nuances, tours, city guides, and more.
2. India Mike (forum)
A travel forum with comprehensive information about excursions and group tours.
3. Tourism of India
What to expect and explore in each city of India can be learnt from this website that provides a comprehensive information about local travel delights.
4. Trip Advisor India
Reviews about a particular destination from travelers around the world who have been to that place.
5. Yellow Pages India
Contact information for any and every thing you are looking for; be it a cab service, restaurant, repair centres, hospitals, etc.
6. Just Dial
A doppleganger to Yellow Pages, Just Dial can provide you phone numbers and contact details of anything you are looking for in the closest vicinity.
7. IRCTC
The main railway booking site of the government of India. Easy user interface, and quick booking facility.
8. Red Bus
Book a private or a government bus service from any location to any location in the country.
9. Go Discover Abroad
One of the best booking website that provides all booking services under one roof. Flight tickets, Rail tickets, bus tickets, hotel bookings, tour packages, etc.
10. OLA Cabs
One of the cheapest and best cab service in the country, from OLA one can make instant cab bookings and don’t have to make bookings hours in advance.
11. Anglo Info
Get information about local transportation system of the city you are in currently. Autos, taxis, buses, and more.
12. Zomato
To know the best of the eating hangouts near your location. Read reviews from others to decide the one of your choice.
13. Hospitals in India
Know the details about local hospitals and distance from your location.
14. Bank Information in India
All necessary information about banking, nearest branch of the one you require, work timings, and more.
15. Cellular Operators Association of India
Information regarding service providers available in the city you are traveling to, international calling cards, tariffs, and more.
16. Emergency Contact Numbers in India
Find contact details about all emergency numbers when traveling to a city; including ambulance, police, fire brigade, domestic violence, general help, etc.
17. Weather Conditions in India
Take note of weather conditions of your destination so as to get an idea what to carry along.
Volunteering India provides complete guidance and in-country support to its volunteers during their program tenure. For more details visit https://www.volunteeringindia.com
