Even with the down economy, it seems as though travel is still pretty high in many countries. Whether you are traveling from city to city, state to state, country to country, or whatever, it is important that you stay safe and make sure you are completely prepared for said trip. Mumbai is one such city that is always receiving a large amount of visitors every year, and to have a successful trip to Mumbai, you need to know a few things.

First and foremost, a successful trip starts with essential packing. If you are traveling from the United States to Mumbai, India, things are going to operate a bit different than in the United States. In Mumbai, the common currency is the Rupee, so naturally you are going to want to convert your dollars over to Rupees. Electrical outlets might also be different in India, but luckily there are adapters available that allow you to use your regular electrical plug-ins overseas. Some addtional tips are provided below to make your trip both enjoyable and safe.

• Take off your shoes outside while visiting mosques and temples.
• Women should avoid going to crowded places alone. Cases of women being groped and touched are common.
• Beware of pickpockets in public especially on trains and buses.
• Be cautious of taking suburban trains late at night.
• Avoid riding trains and buses during rush hour as they are packed full.
• Drink only bottled water and use it while brishing your teeth.

Currency: The currency of India is the Rupee. The Reserve Bank of India issues the currency. One rupee is equal to 100 paise. The coins have values of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 25 and 50 paise, rupee coins come in 1, 2, 5, and 10. Bank notes are available in values of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500, and 1000 rupees. One US Dollar = 45.49000 Indian Rupee.

Virtually any trip can become a disaster if the proper research and precautions are taken care of first. Know the location, what to pack, accommodations, and transportation, at the bare minimum. You can find more useful travel facts simply by going online and performing a search.