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Yes, you need a visa to enter India. This is the relevant website. https://indianvisaonline.gov.in. (https://indianvisaonline.gov.in.)Please refer to the “List of Countries” for who can get an e-visa. If your country is listed, select the box title: “For eVisa by Bureau of Immigration, Apply Here.” All other countries need to select: “For Regular/Paper Visa by Indian Mission/Post, A(https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html)pply Here.” ***All eVisa’s, from Tourist to Medical, require your passport to be valid for six months from the arrival date*** • **Choose a TOURIST visa.** Very important you do NOT select yoga or short-term yoga program. These are specific programs that we are not registered with. • When asked where you intend to visit, write: Kovalam, Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram and anywhere else you plan to travel on your own. • Contact Information and Indian address for Visa: • Sajesh P Sadanandan, Little Cottage, Westhill Po, Kozhikode, Kerala, India-673005 • Phone number: +91 96562 24784 • When taking a photo of yourself and your passport, clearly follow instructions. The photo of yourself should be taken against a plain background. If the passport page is glossy, be sure all information can be read clearly without glare.

• Arrive at least one day before the start date of your program. Plan to stay at least until the day after your program ends. Your fee includes one arrival and one departure day. • You can also come earlier, as long as there is space available. If you want to arrive earlier or later than one day, there will be an additional fee. The fees can be discussed with us directly before arrival or during the time you are here. • Let us know what days you would like to arrive and depart, so we can reserve your room. • For pricing details, see here(https://shrikaliashram02.wixsite.com/yoga-love/kopie-von-course-fees) • CONTACT US(https://shrikaliashram02.wixsite.com/yoga-love/contact-us)

You should fly to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) airport (TRV). We can arrange a taxi pick up from there. Be aware that baggage allowances are usually less for Domestic flights than International flights so make sure you are not over the allowance for a domestic flight if you choose to book separate flights. If you have a transfer in Mumbai book flights on the airlines below. These airlines fly out of the International Terminal, Terminal 2. The domestic terminal, Terminal 1, is a separate airport and requires a taxi ride to reach from the international terminal. • Vistara • Air India • Indigo • Spice Jet

• Flight Information: After you have booked your flight, send us your flight information: airline, flight number, date and time. We will use this information to book your taxi. Your taxi driver will have a white paper with your full name on it unless you specify otherwise. • Taxi: We can arrange taxi service from the Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) airport (TRV) and from local train stations. The prices are $15* from TRV. * Prices for taxis are approximate. Accurate pricing can be given closer to your arrival date. • Train: You can arrive by train to the (TVC)TRIVANDRUM CNTL and (https://trainspy.com/static/station/(TVC)TRIVANDRUM-CNTL)(KCVL)KOCHUVELI (https://trainspy.com/static/station/(KCVL)KOCHUVELI)train stations. The cost for taxi from these stations will be approximately $15-20.

In Kovalam beach area, it's appropriate to wear typical beach clothing: tank tops, shorts, yoga leggings, bikinis (on the beach), etc. are all okay. When you go into town or the city and for visiting temples, dress more conservatively. Be sure to wear clothes that cover your legs past your knees and shoulders.

• Up to date passport, visa • Credit/debit cards (notify bank of your travel plans if necessary) and cash • Phone (check roaming prices or suspend coverage) • India plugs are compatible with EU plugs. If coming from outside EU, bring converter/plug adapter. • Ear plugs (if you’re sensitive to noise while sleeping) • Water bottle • Comfortable yoga clothes • Swimsuit • Sunglasses/sun hat • Yoga mat (we have mats if you would rather not travel with one, but they are likely of lower quality than your personal mat) • Shawl/blanket/sweater/something to cover up for cool evening and morning yoga (Dec. to Jan.) • Clothing that covers legs and shoulders for visiting temples or leaving Kovalam beach area • Flip flops or sandals that are easy to take on and off • Comfortable shoes for travelling • Toiletries can be purchased here if you would rather not travel with them. Please bring anything specific or unique you need • Notebook and pen for journaling and taking notes, but also available here if you would rather not bring

• Makeup - come as you are. Embrace au naturel! • Strong perfume/aftershave. Many are sensitive to strong scents • Jewellery, as this can be a hindrance during yoga and massage • Uncomfortable, tight, heavy clothing/jeans

• It's recommended that you visit your GP, personal physician or a travel health clinic 4 to 8 weeks before your departure to India. • Suggested vaccinations often include hepatitis A, typhoid, tetanus, and polio. • Kovalam has seen significant progress in malaria control. Five districts in Kerala, including Ernakulam, Idukki, Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Pathanamthitta, are set to secure malaria elimination certification from the World Health Organization (WHO). However, it’s essential to take preventive measures when travelling to any region with a history of malaria. We recommend you do some research and make your own decision on this.