Wanderlust and Lipstick: For Women Traveling to India (Paperback)

~ (Author), Amy Scott (Editor), Elizabeth Haidle (Illustrator)

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“A must-read for any woman planning a trip or thinking about exploring India! Like the other Wanderlust and Lipstick books, this one is simply written, thoroughly researched and filled with practical suggestions. With intriguing sections on culture, religious practices, Bollywood, and information on arts, music, and dance, this book will enrich anyone’s visit to this fascinating country.”  —Rita Golden Gelman, author, Tales of a Female Nomad and Living at Large in the World

Product Description

India promises great rewards and challenges for visitors, whether traveling solo, as a group, as a student or for business. Wanderlust and Lipstick: For Women Traveling to India is the definitive guide to help any WanderGal embrace this captivating country and make the most of her journey to the subcontinent. In this guide you'll find; practical advice on understanding the culture and dressing appropriately; information on keeping your personal belongs safe; recommendations on dealing with the immense poverty; suggestions on how to get around and where to stay; personal anecdotes and advice from more than 35 women travelers; listings for nearly 70 essential websites; and a glossary of Hindi words

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Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Dispatch Travels; 1st edition (September 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0978728084
• ISBN-13: 978-0978728083
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #67,452 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you are traveling to India, you need this book, January 24, 2009

By	Barbara Ann Weibel (Sarasota, Florida) - See all my reviews

Just saying the word India conjures up images of the Taj Mahal in the soft light of dawn, camels trekking across deserts, worshipers bathing in the sacred Ganges, mountains of spices in marketplace stalls, and women wrapped in luscious silk saris. But India also means being exposed to filth, poverty, masses of humanity, beggars on the streets, incessant touts, and bouts of "Delhi Belly." Having been to India, my best advice is for travelers to be thoroughly prepared before going so that the culture shock will be minimized.

In my opinion, Whitman nails the India experience in her book, "Wanderlust and Lipstick: For Women Traveling to India." She thoroughly covers taboos such as: never eat with your left hand (this is the hand Indians use to clean themselves after using the bathroom), never pat someone on the head (it's considered rude), never allow your feet to touch someone (feet are considered dirty), never curl your finger in a "come here" gesture (this is considered provocative). The book provides an excellent overview of the various modes of transportation and types of accommodations available across India, as well as a good overview of Indian food. Whitman also provides dozens of invaluable "hot tips" throughout the book.

Although this book focuses on women who travel to India, it would benefit anyone destined for the sub-continent. I wish I had read it before I went to India, and when I return you can bet this book will be in my backpack.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Passion for India Travel Shared with Other Women, July 21, 2009

By	V. M. Badertscher "Tucson writer" (Tucson, AZ United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Lipstick and Wanderlust for India reflects the author's passion for India and for traveling there from the United States. I like the way that her advice does not just come from an impersonal "thou should" but from personal experience, her own and that of other women travelers. While general guidebooks are indispensable, there are some things unique to the experience of a woman traveling, particularly when she is traveling alone. It is comforting to here the direct experiences of other women, and have their helpful hints, particularly when going to a culture so different from our own.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic for first-timers, May 24, 2009

By	Leyla Giray "Editor of www.women-on-the-road.com" - See all my reviews

Unlike traditional guidebooks (top 10 sights, turn left here) Beth provides essential information for the neglected half - women who travel. She deals with everything we need to know, whether dress, food, customs and just plain having fun. If you've never been to India or have been but were a bit shaken by the experience, Beth's book will ensure this trip is thoroughly enjoyable. Easy, accessible, straightforward. Don't leave home without it!