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A Note from Allison

Remember to hop on over to Travelhoppers for travel specials, destination planning, and other resources. Also, check out my recent articles on The Ins and Outs of Working with a Travel Agent and Is Travel Insurance Really Worth It? Coming soon I will also explore the topics of international baggage fees, passport dilemmas, and safely navigating the Indian roads.

Happy Hopping,

Allison Sodha, DS

Featured Tour: The Temple Trail

With over 31,000 temples, Tamil Nadu is considered the "Land of Temples." Many believe these ancient structures are unmatched in their architectural brilliance. On our Temple Trail tour, spend 8 days in Chennai, Mahabalipuram, Thanjavur and Madurai. Also experience South India's classical music and dancing circuit, including a Bharatanatyam dance performance. Reserve this tour in the month of September and receive $100 off per person!

Spotlight: Ganesh Chaturthi

September 1: Ganesh Chaturthi is the birthday celebration of the Hindu Lord Ganesha, the son of Shiva and Parvati. The festival, also known as Ganesh Jayanti, Vinayaka Chaturthi, or Utsav, lasts 10-11 days with the largest spectacle on the final day. Though celebrated all over India, it is most elaborate in the western and southern regions of the country. Ganesha is perhaps the most recognized deity in Hinduism and widely worshipped as the god of prosperity and good fortune.

Client Question: Site Closures

"I am traveling to Delhi next month and want to visit a few sites independently. Unfortunately, the internet and guide books have contrasting information on what days certain landmarks are closed. What information can you provide? "

Daniel
California

Answer:

The National Museum, Red Fort, Baha'i House of Worship (Lotus Temple) and Akshardham Temple are closed every Monday. Also, Connaught Place and Chandni Chowk markets are closed every Sunday. Most other sites, including Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, Birla Temple, and Humayun's Tomb, are open every day. Please also note that some sites may be closed on national and regional holidays.

Save the Date

SAWERA Fundraiser
SAWERA, the South Asian Women's Empowerment and Resource Alliance, will be hosting their 5th Annual Fundraiser on November 5th at the Governor Hotel in Portland, Oregon. SAWERA provides free, confidential, and culturally sensitive services to South Asian women and children who are experiencing domestic violence in the state of Oregon. Sodha Travel is proud to be associated with this cause, and we invite you to join us for a night of dinner, dancing, and fundraising. For tickets, please visit the SAWERA event page. Thank you for your support!