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Adam LaRoche went 1-for-2 with a walk in his first big-league game since March 15.
VIERA, Fla. — He got plenty of at-bats in minor-league camp over the last week. He passed all the conditioning drills designed to test his bruised left foot. And after playing six innings and stroking a base hit off Braves left-hander Mike Minor in the Nationals' 6-3 victory this afternoon, Adam LaRoche made it clear to Davey Johnson he's ready to open the season with his teammates.
"I'll tell you what: Let's just put this behind us," LaRoche told his manager. "I feel like this is over with. Let's move on and rock-and-roll for the season."
That was music to Johnson's ears. After spending much of the last month wondering about the status of his veteran first baseman, he's now confident that won't be a lingering issue any longer.
"Yeah, I even said if he's going to hit left-handers like that, I may revisit the platoon thing," Johnson said, perhaps going back on his plan to have LaRoche share time at first base with right-handed veteran MarkRead more »
- MicheleS - Mar 29, 2012 at 10:40 PM
I will pack the bubble wrap just in case!B25GN!!!
- SonnyG10 - Mar 29, 2012 at 10:47 PM
Hopefully now we'll get to see how much he helps our lineup.
- Anonymous - Mar 29, 2012 at 10:56 PM
I really hope Adam LaRoche gets off to a good start and has a great year for us. Go Nats!NatsFan05
- #4 - Mar 29, 2012 at 11:00 PM
Just catching up after a full day. I love scrolling through all these comments.On the 3rd v emergency catcher issue, here is the big difference in my mind. When the roster only has an "emergency" catcher, a manger will almost never use his back-up catcher as a pinch hitter. Those suggesting that Flores will be a good bat off the bench are wrong-headed I think. A manager doesn't want to use a guy like Carroll unless something crazy happens, like both catchers getting hurt in the same game. If Carroll ended up getting hurt except when catching in truly an emergency situation, that would be very problematic for the team. Now if you have an honest to goodness 3rd catcher, the calculus changes a bit.The discussion about the Wolf – pitching, Wolf-umpiring situation reminded me of my favorite youth league coach. He was a tough love, heart of gold type. He was a particularly good coach for the over-coddled kids. To drive home the essence of competition in order to toughen up his pitchers, his favorite line was, "When you're out there pitching, your mother and father will NOT be umpiring." I always thought there was so much wrapped up in that advice.Lastly, pencil in LaRoche for .270/25/85. He's going to be a pleasant surprise.
- Feel Wood - Mar 29, 2012 at 11:13 PM
#4, your common sense comment here must be really confusing for Steve M and Section 222. They think a third catcher and an emergency catcher are the same thing.In reality, though, you are probably right that Flores will not be a bat off the bench very often. But having the emergency catcher available does free Davey up to use him in particularly high leverage situations if he's the most well suited guy still available on the bench.
- Steady Eddie - Mar 29, 2012 at 11:32 PM
Ugh. Livo just had a Livo meltdown vs the Mets and gave up a big crooked 7 in the bottom of the 4th.1B, 1B, K, 1B, 1B, E, FC, P5, David Wright grand slam. Feel bad for Livo but even apart from "it's ST," glad the Nats are at last at a place where we didn't even have to think seriously about resigning him for anything.
- natsfan1a - Mar 29, 2012 at 11:35 PM
Just so you don't start popping it, because that's my thing. (Pop.) :-)MicheleS said… I will pack the bubble wrap just in case! B25GN!!! March 29, 2012 6:40 PM
- Anonymous - Mar 29, 2012 at 11:47 PM
The only thing that matters in the second game…Lombo 3/3 against Scherzer and Flores 2/3 against Scherzer. Good hitting against a good pitcher from the only two big league Nats in the game.
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:03 AM
Feel Wood, you just won't let it go. I'm not even going to try to debate this with you because it will keep this stupidity going.
- Gonat - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:06 AM
Steady Eddie, due to that error before that Wright granny slammy, Livo only ate 4 Earnies. Still not pretty.
- Gonat - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:09 AM
#4, it has been discussed that Davey plans on using his backup catcher in critical situations to pinch-hit.Seems like a good Q&A for Davey how he plans on handling that situation.
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:14 AM
Hey, no second game thread? Bummer.Although if it's going to be another two-dogs-with-an-old-bone argument, maybe it's just as well. What are you people, 12? So, is Lombardozzi playing Emergency Base in the second game?(It's like popping the bubblewrap–I couldn't stop myself.)
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:15 AM
Every team has an emergency catcher who isn't really a catcher. Not every team has a backup catcher who hits as good as Flores. Davey being Davey, he might use Flores as a pinch hitter more often than you would a regular backup catcher, because Flores can hit a bomb off the bench. But the identity of the emergency catcher isn't likely to have much to do with his decision.
- Exposremains - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:17 AM
you know what's weird? We haven't heard about Harper in a while..
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:20 AM
Excellent point, Mr. Remains, sir. The discussion doesn't seem to miss his presence. Interesting…
- Knoxville Nat - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:27 AM
Feel Wood is getting to be as annoying as his good friend, JayB.Both of you should give it a rest.
- BethesdaFan - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:30 AM
Is anyone following the game with Detroit? Gameday is covering it. Very exciting. We are ahead 5-3 with lots of players I haven't heard of. No one is blogging it as far as I can see.
- Gonat - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:31 AM
Anonymous said… Every team has an emergency catcher who isn't really a catcher. Not every team has a backup catcher who hits as good as Flores. Davey being Davey, he might use Flores as a pinch hitter more often than you would a regular backup catcher, because Flores can hit a bomb off the bench. But the identity of the emergency catcher isn't likely to have much to do with his decision. March 29, 2012 8:15 PM ______________________________Agree. The Nats have 2 really good offensive catchers. This is the National League where pinch hitters are used sometimes twice a game.Situation: Davey sends Bernadina up to the plate and the other manager brings in the lefty and maybe Davey pulls Bernadina for Flores if the game is on the line.
- Gonat - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:35 AM
BethesdaFan said… Is anyone following the game with Detroit? Gameday is covering it. Very exciting. We are ahead 5-3 with lots of players I haven't heard of. No one is blogging it as far as I can see. March 29, 2012 8:30 PM___________________________I expected Detroit as a 10-0 winner. Hard to believe the job the Nats have done tonight. Detroit has crushed most of the Spring. Another impressive game from Corey Brown, JFlo, and Lombo and all the pitchers.
- Gonat - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:36 AM
Add Tim Pahuta also
- FS - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:37 AM
question for fellow NIs, cafepress has nats insider t-shirts. they are legit, right? that's where I should buy from.
- #4 - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:40 AM
Gonat:It would be an interesting question to ask Davey. Last year the Nats gave only 16 of the 204 PH at bats to their catchers. I wonder how many of those were in September when they were carrying three catchers – probably most of them.I went back and looked at Davey's managing in other years. In 2000 he had a good hitting back up catcher in Chad Kreuter. He gave him 0 PH at bats. In 1986 Ed Hearn got just 7 PH ABs – again how many in September? I don't know.I suppose if he does it infrequently – maybe once a month at most before September in very high leverage situations, it's worth the risk. It does seem to be a change in strategy for him though regardless.
- Gonat - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:46 AM
#4, thanks for the info. I can't wait for Mark to jump into this issue further. Kilgore touched the surface.
- Gonat - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:47 AM
By the way, one of the more satisfying wins of the Spring. For some of these guys, this may be the highlight of their careers.
- #4 - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:49 AM
One other note, in 1988, it looks like the Mets carried three catchers – Gary Carter, Mackey Sasser, and Barry Lyons. The later two each got almost 20 PH at bats.
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 1:02 AM
Hey, I watched the entire Tigs-Nats game on MLB.TV and the game was as good as the comments! Following the game, I threw a "smack-down" to my buddy from Detroit who just laughs whenever he hears me rooting for the Nats. "He who laughs last, laughs best," methinks! Go Nats!
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 1:51 AM
FS, if by "legit" you mean they are from Comcast, I don't think so (AFAIK). CafePress uses your search terms to create products to show you.
- Big Cat - Mar 30, 2012 at 1:55 AM
Haven't heard much from all the HRod bashers this spring. Storen better watch it. Remember Wally Pipp?
- Young Pitchers - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:06 AM
hey that's a Mattingly V-Grip bat LaRoach is holding in the picture. i've got two of those too!
- FS - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:07 AM
Thanks Sec 3. Then where can I get one?
- Sunderland - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:13 AM
MarkZ did set up NatsInsider on CafePresshttp://www.natsinsider.com/2010/07/1-million-pageviews-and-counting.html
- Feel Wood - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:32 AM
Anonymous said…Feel Wood, you just won't let it go. I'm not even going to try to debate this with you because it will keep this stupidity going.Who are you and what is it we're not debating?
- Feelwood's question - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:39 AM
Is it this?Third catcher/emergency catcher semantics aside, the question I posed was whether any Nationals manager had ever had to use a player who wasn't normally a catcher as the catcher in an emergency. The Weaver-Sakata situation someone mentioned is a perfect example of that. But Frank Robinson replacing LeCroy with Fick does not qualify, because as I mentioned already, Fick was a catcher. He caught multiple games every season throughout his career. I'd venture to say that few if any of those situations were "emergencies" either. Can anyone come up with a situation where an emergency catcher was used by the Nats?Doesn't seem like a stupid question to me.
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:44 AM
Young Pitchers said… hey that's a Mattingly V-Grip bat LaRoach is holding in the picture. i've got two of those too!Young, how do you like it? I've seen it and was intrigued, but never got to try them. Can you use a prohitter with it, or does the handle shape get in the way?
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:47 AM
Sunderland, thanks for the T-shirt tip. Dry goods is where the real money is at…
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:15 AM
UH OH … MLBTradeRumors is reporting that the Indians are about to trade former 2005 1st round pick Trevor Crowe … He fits the Eury Perez, N. Morgan, Span, Bourn model of speed, base stealing, some gap power in 2010, but didn't play much in 2011. Went to the University of Arizona (Bear Down Arizona!) My guess would be a package swap involving Roger Bernadina and a pitcher … to send to Manny Acta … The difference? This guy is a switch hitter.
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:19 AM
Looks like the Braves are interested in Nady … have to wonder if that was why he suddenly started to appear in major league games? Wonder what the Nats would want from the Braves given they are in the same division? Prospects would be the only answer … prospects known to Roy Clark.
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:32 AM
Haven't heard much from all the HRod bashers this spring. Storen better watch it. Remember Wally Pipp?Don't look at me I'm a huge H-Rod and Mattheus fan … and I liked Nyjer Morgan's game … ~smiles~ Now, John Lannan? Of course we'll see how that 3-way tie ends up I suspect a trade is in the offing. That can't go with a 5 man bullpen … with two guys who only pitch every five days … whether Lannan, Wang or Detwiler. Notice Gorzelanny doesn't fit that category …
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:34 AM
Trevor Crowe trade, rumored to the Angels? Ummm… nevermind.
- NatsLady - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:37 AM
So I'm working and can't watch the Detroit game, but I hear a snippet of their announcers complaining that the Nats didn't send any regulars and they have to look deep into the media guide to find out who these guys home.Now I'm driving home and I hear that the Nats won 5-3 and Clip pitched two perfect innings. So I'm wondering, Lombo, Flores, Clip and our scrubs and drubs beat the mighty Tigers? Guess so. Maybe they were "working on things." Yeah, that's it.
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:40 AM
you know what's weird? We haven't heard about Harper in a while..Optioned players aren't allowed to play in ST games once optioned. Apparently, he has been doing extremely well … as has Eury Perez. Seven days 'til Syracuse Chiefs opening day … be sure to get MiLB at Bat the minor league corollary to MLB.com … Big competition in Syracuse this year … greater competition for those roster spots than every before! In the past Rizzo had to get on the phone and cajole free agents into signing to play in AAA. Now, he actually has competition … can't wait to see the final MiLB rosters and where everyone lands.
- NatsLady - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:41 AM
sorry– "who these guys are…"
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:45 AM
Trevor Crowe trade, rumored to the Angels? No sec3, Abrue is coveted by the Indians and he has been complaining about the fact that he won't get much playing time with the current roster … but they have to move someday to fit him into their roster … (Although its been a while since he played in the outfield on a regular basis?) … Rizzo likes to collect the types of players he thinks he needs. This guy is a switch hitter so he might be worth putting down in AAA to see if he's recovered from his right rotator cuff injury … or to continue rehab … I can see the Nats picking this guy up … he appears to fit?
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:58 AM
No he doesn't. He's not even Ryan Langerhans. And what does Abreau +$$ for Crowe, which the story you referenced said is a dead deal, have to do with DC?
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 4:34 AM
No he doesn't. He's not even Ryan Langerhans.Different types of players. My understanding is the deal for Crowe fell through which was separate than the Abreu deal. The Abreu deal is all about how much salary the Angels cover not about Crowe as compensation. The Abrue deal is still 50-50 the Crowe deal ran into a snag …I guess we'll see … won't we? SteveM said the Nats almost consummated a deal for a right handed hitting outfielder … they're still canvasing … along with the Braves … and they just released Jason Michaels.
- Anonymous - Mar 30, 2012 at 5:33 AM
Hmmm, Brad Hawpe plus Xavier Nady would make a pretty good pair of hairy chested hitters sitting next to Davey Johnson? Not sure they would fit on the 25-man with Carroll, Bernadina, Lombardozzi, and DeRosa as the fielding bench. But maybe? That might make Harper's transition to the majors later rather than sooner.If I were the Nats I would go for it. I guess Hawpe can play first recovering from Tommy John's and Nady could manage in the outfield if necessary?
- natsfan1a - Mar 30, 2012 at 10:16 AM
Maybe Mark can comment on the Insider gear. It doesn't look to me like the stuff that was in the shop he set up back in the day. (I bought a t-shirt back then.) If memory serves, a number of those items had catchy slogans, and the logo looked different.
- Young Pitchers - Mar 30, 2012 at 11:19 AM
Section 3, My Sofa,I love it, really like how the handle falls 'naturally' right into your fingers and stay there relaxed, and feel no difference swinging the bat (is that good or bad? haha), but my kids hate it but again they're 7 & 6 so what do they know about gripping a bat!not sure what prohitter is. sorry.
- MicheleS - Mar 30, 2012 at 11:19 AM
i had to put this quote from McCatty (see Kilgore's Article on MPHRod) it's great!"You've got a guy in Henry that has a reputation," McCatty said. "Guys know that he can fire one up and in or wherever. When it's coming in 100 miles an hour, you're going to be a little leery. Fear is always a good thing for a pitcher to have in a hitter. If a hitter doesn't know where it's going, or he's not sure, I think that's a real plus."
- Sunderland - Mar 30, 2012 at 11:22 AM
As long as we're lobbing McCatty quotes about HRod – " "With his ability, if he does that, obviously his stuff is pretty frickin' bueno."(from Kilgore@WaPo)
- Rabbit - Mar 30, 2012 at 11:23 AM
I hope 'Roche does well, but I'm betting when I go to an early April game he is on the bench nursing an injury.
- natsfan1a - Mar 30, 2012 at 11:27 AM
It is a nice quote, even if it does have a spelling fail (one that a spellchecker doesn't catch).
- sjm308 - Mar 30, 2012 at 11:31 AM
I am not trying to start an argument. After the mathmatical barrage on Werth's HR and then the 3rd catcher/emergency catcher I do not even want to start anything. But, there was a comment about a player being optioned not being able to play in ST games. How is it that Corey Brown keeps getting to play when he was cut early in ST? Was he not optioned? Just want to know, don't want to argue.Go Nats!!
- NatsLady - Mar 30, 2012 at 11:51 AM
I don't think Corey Brown was optioned to a specific minor-league team (yet). He was assigned to minor-league camp. Nats assign six to minor leagues: The Nationals sent Austin Bibens-Dirkx, Rafael Martin, Sandy Leon, Jarrett Hoffpauir, Corey Brown and Xavier Paul to minor-league camp on Monday. He's not on the 40-man, so they don't have to option him.
- NatsLady - Mar 30, 2012 at 11:53 AM
Notice that Xavier Paul and Sandy Leon also played in the Tigers game yesterday, along with other assorted minor-leaguers. You don't have to worry about "options" until they are on the 40-man. You do, however, have to worry about the Rule 5 draft if you keep them in the minors too long.
- Section 222 - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:03 PM
I woke up to a beautiful sunny day and the ticker on the upper right hand corner of this blog reads "6". I refuse to let a certain relative of Phil Wood's sour and superior attitude ruin it, especially since I now know to preface all of his comments with AFAIK — which makes him much less annoying.
- Not Arguin' Either - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:04 PM
sjm, anyone can play in spring training (aka exhibition) games. Doesn't matter if you are on the 40 man or not, if you are in ML camp or in minor league camp, assigned to a specific minor league team, etc. As long as you are under contract, you are eligible. Guys are commonly pulled from minor league camp, sometimes for road games, often for when more bodies are needed when there are split squad games.
- NatsLady - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:07 PM
On the option thing, make that AFAIK.
- Feel Wood - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:10 PM
But, there was a comment about a player being optioned not being able to play in ST games. How is it that Corey Brown keeps getting to play when he was cut early in ST? Was he not optioned? Just want to know, don't want to argue.I think they can play whoever they want in ST games. Look at all the minor leaguers they throw out there in split squad games or road games where the big boys don't travel. I think the only provision is that the players have to be under contract, but I'm not even sure about that. The Yankees suited up Billy Crystal and let him take an AB in spring training a few years ago.The rules are looser in spring training, because the games don't count. They are really just organized practice in front of a paid crowd.
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:13 PM
Young Pitchers, thanks for the recommendation. ProHitter (TM) is that rubber thing you see players wearing over their thumb at bat. It's supposed to have a similar effect–put the bat into your fingers, away from the palm–and it provides some cushion on hits off the end or handle, too. Takes some getting used to.
- Sunderland - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:17 PM
Feel Wood, glad you remembered Billy Crystal. He did indeed sign a contract in order to play.****TAMPA, Fla. — The Yankees are ready to add a touch of Hollywood to their roster, announcing their plans to sign actor and comedian Billy Crystal to a one-day contract during Spring Training. Crystal will sign the contract and work out with the Yankees at Legends Field on Wednesday, before playing in the club's game on against the Pirates on Thursday. Commissioner Bud Selig approved the Yankees' extension of a contract to Crystal. "I've been waiting 50 years for this call," Crystal said. "I'm overwhelmed by the generosity of the Yankees and Commissioner Selig. I know this'll be tougher than the Broadway Softball League, but I'm looking forward to helping the younger players — by the way, which is all of them." Crystal, who turns 60 on Friday, will wear uniform No. 60 in the game.
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:19 PM
If I'm not mistaken, Crystal actually signed a one-day contract. I'm not sure how much he paid them. That could work, though–sorta like buying a ticket for the Soyuz. Auction off one non-roster invitation to spring training.
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 12:21 PM
- fast eddie - Mar 30, 2012 at 1:45 PM
During MLB's coverage of the Nats, they listed Michael Taylor as the second best OF prospect after Harper. That surprised me, since Eurey Perez, Destin Hood, Corey Brown and Goodwin have all gotten lots more ST playing time than Taylor.Would the Nats' brain trust concur with MLB's assessment?
- Les in NC - Mar 30, 2012 at 1:52 PM
Sec 3, it looks like that story is from a few years ago….
- NatsFanJim - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:08 PM
Uh sorry. I have a difficult time getting excited about a lifetime .265 hitter ready to "Rock and Roll" especially when his history tells us that he doesnt "rock and roll" until after the All Star break. Yawn …. enjoy your ridiculous contract, Adam, it's a gift from heaven.
- Theophilus - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:11 PM
I think the Nats' brass is auto-defibrillating on Taylor. He has been officially anointed the "CF of the future." Perez is trade bait, Brown is a possible 2013 place-holder, and Goodwin is "God's will be done."
- Theophilus - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:19 PM
Fast Eddie almost mention Destin Hood. I think (A) Hood is probably Michael Burgess redux; (B) in any event, most likely a corner outfielder w/ steeper obstacles between him and the majors. He signed w/ Nats over the Univ. of Nick Saban and seems to be slow in making progress, with little of the power we were led to expect. Nats "sources" have occasionally complained about Bernadina's lack of baseball instincts, as a late-comer to the game, and Hood's lagardly-ness makes me wonder if he is in the same boat.
- Theophilus - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:20 PM
"also mentioned"
- Section 3, My Sofa - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:22 PM
Site's back up! Maybe we need a back channel.Les, yes, that's when it happened, 2008.
- NatsLady - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:25 PM
Explanation of options vs. assignment to minor-league.MLB transactionshttp://www.purplerow.com/2009/2/12/756928/mlb-transactions-part-two
- fast eddie - Mar 30, 2012 at 2:37 PM
Theophilus:So, if Harper ends up in CF, is Taylor our next-best prospect as a corner OF?
- Unkyd - Mar 30, 2012 at 3:17 PM
NatsFanJim said…Uh sorry. I have a difficult time getting excited about a lifetime .265 hitter ready to "Rock and Roll" especially when his history tells us that he doesnt "rock and roll" until after the All Star break. Yawn …. enjoy your ridiculous contract, Adam, it's a gift from heaven.———————–That's the Spirit, Jimmy!!!


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Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc. For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and only those items you need handy during the day such as purses, make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or in the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel. No Options Sold Your Tauck Director will assist you with information on free-time activities based on honest opinion and guidance but will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed and pleasant experience for you. On Tour Flights Airfare While on Tour – Three on-tour flights must be purchased through us as part of your tour package. Travel Documents Required All U.S. citizens require a valid passport to enter India, and that passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the completion of travel. (Please note that although adult passports are valid for a full ten years, children's passports require renewal every five years.) Your passport must also contain at least two blank visa pages. If you are a United States citizen and do not have a valid passport, please contact the closest U.S. passport agency or consult the U.S. State Department web site for detailed information on how to obtain or renew your passport at: www.travel.state.gov. In addition to a valid passport, and as noted in the Summary of Purchase you received confirming your reservation, U.S. citizens are also required to have a visa to enter India. Please note that this visa must be processed within six months of your arrival. Your Summary of Purchase also indicated various options on how to obtain your visa. To review (and if you are currently within the parameters of the timeframe noted above), you may elect to work with VisaCentral (a visa-assistance provider) to obtain your visa, with another visa-assistance provider of your choosing, or by working directly with the Indian Embassy or Consulate. (If you opt to work with VisaCentral, their services are available online at www.visacentral.com/tauck.) The Indian government has recently introduced a new policy that requires leisure travelers entering India more than once within a two-month period to obtain a Re-Entry Permit. Thus, if you will be visiting India less than two months before or less than two months after your Tauck trip to India, you will need a Re-Entry Permit. It is important to note that re-entry into India is at the discretion of Indian Immigration officials. Non-U.S. citizens should check with the Indian Embassy or Consulate to determine necessary travel documents. It is a good idea to carry a photocopy of the photo page of your passport in a place other than with the original, and to leave a copy of all your travel documents with a friend or relative at home. Not Included Transportation Transportation to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included. Hotel Rooms Before and After Tours To avoid jet lag and possible flight delays, you may wish to make hotel arrangements for the nights preceding or following your tour. As a service, we will book additional nights for you on a space-available basis using special rates only available through us. Hotel room charges will be added to the tour cost. Airport transfers are included for these extended stays as described above under Inclusive Prices. If you wish to spend additional nights, please consult Extend Your Trip in the Accommodations section above on this webpage and discuss it with the reservations agent when you book your tour. Luggage Responsibility Although every effort is made to handle your luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Please refer to the Tauck Travel Protection Product section below on this webpage for more information. Lost luggage is an unfortunate possibility in today's world of airline travel. We suggest that you: Pack at least one change of clothing in your carry-on bag Split your items between your suitcase and a traveling companion's suitcase Do not pack any vital medications or valuables in your checked luggage Confirm that your luggage is checked and tagged to your final destination at airport check-in Place your luggage claim tags in a secure place for your flight File a claim for any missing luggage immediately before leaving the baggage claim area Secure a case number and contact information for follow-up communications Make certain that the airline has your onward itinerary Your Tauck Director will assist you with airline and other carrier communications, but has no inside contacts to guarantee or expedite recovery of lost luggage. All recovery costs, including the communication costs, are your responsibility. Check your travel protection details for covered expenses. Personal Expenses Personal expenses such as phone calls, room service, alcoholic and other beverages not specifically included, laundry, dry cleaning, airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual train and airport transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included and may be significant. Tauck Director Gratuities The customary gratuity to the Tauck Director is not included. We ask that gratuities be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group. Preparing to Go Journey Start and End Times Journey start and end times are provided at the time of booking. The tour begins with your arrival at The Oberoi, New Delhi on the first day of the tour. You or your booking agent will be advised of any change to this schedule. When making flight arrangements, please allow sufficient time to claim luggage and clear customs in order to join the tour on time. The tour ends when you check out of the Trident Gurgaon. Each carrier and each airport has different rules regarding how early you must arrive for flight check in. Please contact your individual carrier for this information. Itinerary Changes and Price Flexibility We pledge to make every effort to operate all tours as advertised. We reserve the right to alter or curtail the itinerary, or substitute sightseeing, hotels, and/or conveyances as deemed necessary. Any savings realized by these changes will be refunded to you. Any resultant added expense will be covered by us. Although not expected, prices on this website may be modified due to unexpected significant external factors not forecast at the time of publication. Holiday and Museum Closures Museum visits and personal shopping time may be disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances or the many religious, state and local holidays observed.You may wish to log on to Wikipedia to view a list of holidays by country by clicking here. Photography On Tour Occasionally, we will use photographs and/or video taken by fellow guests or your Tauck Director on your tour for print, Internet and other promotional purposes. If you prefer that your image not be used in any marketing activities, please notify your Tauck Director at the start of your tour. Membership Membership will be granted to all persons. We reserve the right to terminate the tour of any person who is abusive of others or whose behavior disrupts the tour. ATM and Credit Cards We recommend that you contact your bank in advance of departing on your journey to determine whether you will be able to use your ATM and credit cards while traveling. When contacting your bank, notify them of your travel dates so that they will anticipate charges being made outside of your hometown and do not suspend your cards for what may appear to them to be "suspicious" charges. We also recommend that you make a photocopy of the front and back sides of your ATM and credit cards to leave behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your cards are misplaced, lost or stolen. Cell Phone Usage We understand and appreciate the value of instant communication when we travel; it keeps us in touch with friends and family, and it's a reassurance in the event of an emergency. However, the use of cell phones can be disruptive to a tour and to other guests who are enjoying their vacation. As a courtesy to others, we ask that guests refrain from cell phone usage during motor coach travel, group functions, sightseeing and when the Tauck Director is addressing the group as a whole. There are usually many opportunities to make or receive calls at times when it does not affect others. Please contact your cell phone carrier to determine whether your cell phone service extends to India. Health and Activity Your journey to the subcontinent is very active and includes four on-tour flights. You should be in good health and able to walk moderate distances over varied terrain. There is a significant amount of walking on this journey; however, the pace of the itinerary has been carefully planned to intersperse sightseeing with leisurely days to ensure you have a most enjoyable time. AN IMPORTANT NOTE ON SUPPLEMENTAL OXYGEN AND MOBILITY ISSUES: This Tauck itinerary cannot accommodate oxygen tanks, wheelchairs or motorized scooters. Oxygen tanks are strictly prohibited in many foreign countries on regional flights aboard small aircraft, such as those intra-tour flights featured on this Tauck journey. Likewise, the very limited cargo capacity on such flights prohibits the transport of wheelchairs or motorized scooters. Guests should also bear in mind that the infrastructure in many foreign countries, particularly in developing countries, often presents severe and even insurmountable challenges for those with walking difficulties or other mobility issues. The responsibility of the Tauck Director is to ensure that the larger group enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing individual assistance to any one guest. Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it. Due to the ancient nature of several of the sites you will visit during your sojourn in India, stairs and walkways are sometimes dark, uneven, steep and/or slippery. It can also be quite warm when sightseeing at Fatehpur Sikri, but using sun protection, including wearing a hat and sunglasses, and drinking lots of water can help minimize the impact of the weather. We advise that you always drink bottled water with an unbroken seal. Avoid having ice in your drinks, and clean your teeth with bottled water. Public toilet facilities are rare. You are encouraged to take every opportunity to use a clean toilet in places such as hotels and restaurants. Most hotels catering to an international clientele provide western style restroom facilities. Smoking is not permitted on the motor coaches. Hotels in India do not always have designated non-smoking rooms, but your preference will be forwarded to the hotels and every effort will be made to accommodate your request, although it cannot be guaranteed. Always keep mosquito repellent with you and be sure to pay special attention to mosquito protection between dusk and dawn. Please check with your health insurance provider to determine whether you are covered while traveling. If you will not be covered under your current policy, we strongly suggest that you arrange for adequate coverage while on tour. If you have a medical condition that might limit your participation in activities, please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice and notify Tauck as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. We will advise your Tauck Director accordingly. VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Some of the countries visited on this itinerary may require travelers to provide proof of vaccination against certain diseases in order to enter the country. These requirements are subject to frequent change as outbreaks occur and subside in different areas, and it is therefore crucial that you obtain the very latest information on entry requirements as you prepare for your journey. For the most current information, please consult the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) by clicking here and the World Health Organization (WHO) by clicking here. You may also wish to visit the web sites for the embassies of the countries you will be visiting. Besides providing details on vaccination requirements, these sites can also provide information on vaccinations that may be recommended (but aren't required) and other potential health issues for which no vaccines are available. Any decisions relating to your health, of course, should not be based solely on information provided by a web site. It is critically important that you consult with your personal physician prior to your journey to obtain any required vaccinations and to review any optional recommendations offered by the CDC or other sources. Please be sure to discuss your journey with your physician at least four to six weeks in advance of your departure, as certain vaccinations take time to become fully effective. Also, be certain to ask your physician for proof of any vaccinations you receive, and to pack this proof along with your other travel documents in your carry-on luggage (not in your checked luggage). Researching and complying with vaccination entry requirements for the countries visited on this itinerary is the responsibility of the traveler and not Tauck. Tauck is therefore not responsible for any expenses incurred or disruptions to travel caused by improper or incomplete vaccinations, or by the failure to provide proof of required vaccinations. If you do not obtain the necessary vaccinations and proper documentation, you may be denied entry into one or more countries, or temporarily quarantined until the necessary vaccinations are administered, or until proper documentation is provided. Airline Disinsection The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued a guidance letter that requires airlines and travel agents to disclose to consumers countries that require the use of insecticides by airlines. Please click here for more information. Additional Information Travel With Children Age Recommendations ― Children 5 years of age or older at the time of travel are welcome on this Tauck journey. Based upon our experience with family travelers, we have a minimum recommended age for each journey to encourage comfort and enjoyment for all of our guests. All children must be accompanied on activities by a parent or guardian. At least one guest in the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older in order to make a reservation. Babysitting ― Our journeys are designed for adults and children to share the wonder of discovery together. If you require babysitting services, your Tauck Director will put you in contact with the appropriate hotel staff with whom you may make babysitting arrangements. There is usually an additional fee for these services. Many hotels do offer on-site babysitting services; however, babysitting services may not be available at all of our hotels. Please note that our Tauck Directors are not responsible for providing babysitting services. Safety and Welfare Responsibility ― We welcome the participation of child travelers on our exciting excursions. If you are traveling with a child on a Tauck journey, you have the sole responsibility for ensuring that that the child with whom you are traveling follows all rules of safety throughout the tour. By traveling with us, you release Tauck, Inc. and our partners of all liability for any risks and/or injuries to the child with whom you are traveling. Special Travel Documentation for Children Authorization for Travel If you travel into or out of the U.S. with children under the age of 18, you should be aware of the following: because of increasing incidents of child abductions in disputed custody cases and because children are at risk as possible victims of child pornography, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) strongly recommends that unless the child is accompanied by both parents, you should have a notarized note from the child's other parent (or, in the case of a child traveling with grandparents, uncles or aunts, sisters or brothers, or friends, a note signed by both parents) stating that the parent(s) not traveling acknowledge that the parent(s), family members, etc. who are traveling into or out of the U.S. with the child have permission to do so. While CBP may not ask to see this documentation, if they do ask, and you do not have it, you may be detained until the circumstances of the child traveling without both parents can be fully assessed. If there is no second parent with legal claims to the child (parent deceased, sole custody, etc.), other relevant paperwork, such as a court decision, birth certificate naming only one parent, or a death certificate, will be useful. Many other countries also share this concern for children who travel without both parents. To ensure smooth travel, we require you to comply with the travel regulations of each country visited. This information may be obtained from a country's consulate or embassy. Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment In the unlikely event of a medical emergency, a medical facility will require permission from the child's parents to provide treatment. Therefore, we strongly suggest that you bring along a letter from both parents (including other pertinent documents as cited above) authorizing emergency medical treatment for their child. Children who are U.S. citizens must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the completion of the journey. We are not responsible for the disruption of travel caused by the improper documentation of any guest, including children traveling without both parents. While there is no definitive format or standard, click here to view a sample letter for guardians or one parent traveling with a child. Airline Security Measures If you are traveling from the U.S., the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires that your name, as it appears on your domestic or international airline ticket, must precisely match your name as it appears on the government-issued photo ID (i.e., passport or driver's license) that you present during security screening. The ID name must also match any additional airline data, such as frequent-flyer information. For example, if you present your driver's license to security and it says John T. Smith, your ticket must also say John T. Smith, not John Thomas Smith, Jack Smith, or any other variant. Your date-of-birth and gender information provided to the airline must also match your passport. If you make your air travel arrangements through us, please ensure that the name you provide us precisely matches your name as shown on the identification you will use while traveling. If you make your own airline reservations, please ensure that the airline has the correct information. For more information on the TSA's requirements, please visit their website by clicking here. If you are traveling from an airport outside the jurisdiction of the U.S., you will need to determine what travel documentation and identification is required for that particular airport. Due to heightened security regulations, certain items such as a metal nail file, pocketknife, cigarette lighter, or tweezers, and some liquid, gel, or aerosol items may not be permitted in your carry-on luggage. Please call your airline prior to departure to obtain current information on non-permissible carry-on items and recommended airport check-in times. What to Pack Bringing the right clothing for your trip is important – we've partnered with New Headings who provide an "easy-to-use, one-stop shop" for your Tauck travel needs, specifically selected for this trip. Click here to visit their site. When packing for travel to India, we suggest you select a wardrobe that is adaptable and allows for layering. In India, delicate fabrics do not stand up well to laundering facilities except at deluxe hotels. Plain cotton or cotton and synthetic blend clothing is the most practical and is the coolest in summer. It is best to avoid synthetic fabrics that do not "breathe". A hat with a wide brim will help protect you from the harsh sun. During the fall season, a collapsible umbrella comes in handy. During the winter months, sweaters and light jackets are necessary. We do not advise you dress in shorts, mini-skirts or tank tops unless you are on a beach. In small towns and cities, people may tend to stare if you expose too much skin. Most Indians dress in modest clothing. To respect Indian sensitivities when in public, we recommend that women wear skirts below the knee or longer or relatively loose slacks. Avoid wearing sleeveless blouses and tight pants. Young women and teenage girls, especially those dressed in tight or short dresses, may attract undesirable attention. Men should avoid going shirtless; trousers are preferable to shorts. When visiting places of worship, women are not allowed to enter with bare shoulders, short pants or short skirts; a long skirt, dress, or slacks are recommended. A scarf is acceptable to cover shoulders if a woman is wearing a sleeveless top. Head covering is not required. Men should also dress appropriately for a holy sanctuary. Shorts are discouraged. All visitors will be required to remove their shoes in temples and mosques. For the welcome and farewell dinners, we recommend resort wear to suit a tropical climate. Following is a list of recommended items to pack: Resort wear A sports jacket for men for fine dining options Skirt below the knee Loose slacks Trousers Shorts Short and long-sleeved shirts and blouses Scarf Light sweater Light waterproof jacket Swimwear Gym wear Sunglasses Sunscreen Wide-brimmed hat A pair of sturdy, yet comfortable, pre-worn walking shoes for uneven terrain A pair of easily removable shoes or sandals for entering temples and shrines Collapsible umbrella Toiletries, sundries, tissues Pre-moistened towelettes Handkerchiefs Antibacterial lotion Medication for allergies/aspirin/upset stomach/diarrhea Insect repellent Travel alarm Camera, film, memory cards, batteries and other photography accessories Copies of your travel documents that should be secured in the safe in your hotel room while traveling Upon Arrival... Air Conditioning All of the hotels on this tour provide air conditioning. The motor coaches used on this tour are also air conditioned for your comfort. Currency and Exchange Rates The official currency used in India is called the rupee and banks, hotels, and authorized moneychangers can exchange foreign currency for rupees. Receipts (called "encashment certificates") should be retained, as these will enable you to reconvert the balance into dollars, or any other foreign currency, when you leave the country, provided the receipt is no more than 30 days old. Most large cities have ATMs that accept Visa and MasterCard as well as American Express. The ATM network is ever expanding, and in some Indian states you can find them in smaller towns. International airports have currency exchange booths that are always open for arriving or departing overseas flights. To obtain the latest currency exchange rate, you may want to check your local newspaper or by logging on to oanda.com by clicking here. Customs and Tax-Free Shopping You should familiarize yourself with India's specific required customs declarations before you travel. In general, you are not permitted to bring live plants, fresh fruits and other produce items into most countries. You may access India's Central Board of Excise and Customs by clicking here. Any person can bring into India from a place outside India foreign exchange without any limit. However, declaration of foreign exchange/currency is required to be made in the prescribed Currency Declaration Form in the following cases: (a) Where the value of foreign currency notes exceeds US$ 5000/- or equivalent. (b) Where the aggregate value of foreign exchange (in the form of currency notes, bank notes, traveler cheques etc.) exceeds US$ 10,000/- or its equivalent. If you are a U.S. resident traveling internationally who will be returning to the U.S. at the end of the tour, you are entitled to a duty-free exemption based on the total value of merchandise purchase abroad, as long as you physically bring them with you. There are limits to the amount of alcohol that can be a part of this exemption. Certain restrictions apply to unaccompanied goods mailed from abroad to the U.S. Please call your local customs office or consult the U.S. government's customs regulations as contained in their publication entitled Know Before You Go. If you are a resident of another country traveling internationally, please refer to your own country's rules and regulations regarding customs and duty-free shopping to ensure compliance upon your return. Many countries levy Value Added Taxes (VAT) on consumer goods and services. (The tax rate may be higher for luxury items and lower for basic goods.) As a rule, if you are not a resident of the country (or of the country's intergovernmental economic community, e.g., the European Union) in which the purchase is made, you may be entitled to a VAT refund and should inquire about the refund policy where you shop. Dining – We have designed your sojourn to India to include a balance of western-style menus and impeccably prepared regional cuisine. Indian food is typically served family style and is intended to be passed and shared. Rice is the basis of Indian meals, with a flavorful array of spices and sauces enhancing every dish. Curd or yogurt is served with most meals; it is a natural aid to digestion and helps temper the spicy food. Beverages include tea, coffee, lassi (a yogurt-based drink), as well as soft drinks and beer. Most meals will be served in hotel restaurants where cleanliness is good and service is attuned to the international traveler. At all of the hotels on this itinerary, the amount of spice in the Indian food has been adjusted to suit a more western palate, but you may always request more or less spice when you place your order. Indian cuisine includes many vegetarian dishes. Good quality vegetarian food is easily available. We suggest that you eat non-vegetarian food only in upscale restaurants since meat is cheaper and can be of questionable quality in smaller establishments. India, being a primarily Hindu country, does not offer beef on most menus, but pork, mutton, and chicken are common. Minor stomach ailments are the most common affliction of visitors to India. Although it is a nuisance and can dampen your enjoyment of the trip for a few days, following the general precautions outlined below will minimize the chances of your becoming ill. We strongly recommend that you drink only bottled water during your travel through India. Always wash your hands before and after eating. We suggest that you eat fruit you can peel and make sure fresh fruit has been washed in bottled water. However, if you succumb to a stomach ailment, you may want to try the following remedies to alleviate your discomfort: Drink plenty of fluids and take some electrolyte salts if the symptoms persist. Drink lassi to help tone down the bacteria. Eat plain rice, or try a simple khichdi-an easily digestible mixture of rice and lentils. Drink plenty of coconut water; it is cooling and naturally sterilized! Electrical Current The electrical current in the hotels in India is 220v, 50 Hz, AC. If you bring electrical devices that do not meet these standards, you may need to bring the appropriate converters and adapters. Internet Access Complimentary basic Internet where available in hotel rooms; service levels are not guaranteed. Time Zones Eating – In India, people often eat with the right hand. The left hand is considered unclean and is generally not used to eat or to handle food and money. Feet - The soles of your feet pointing towards someone is considered offensive, so care should be taken not to do this. In the same vein, feet should not be placed on furniture. If you accidentally touch someone with your foot, it is common practice to apologize. It is also customary to remove your shoes when entering a private home in addition to places of worship and burial. Garlands -- If you are given a garland of flowers, remove it after several minutes to demonstrate your humility. Greetings - Handshakes are not a common method of greeting among Indians. The Indian greeting is to put your hands together in front of your chin (as for praying) and incline your head forward, saying "Namaste". Language - The official language of India is Hindi in the Devanagri script. The individual states are free to decide their own regional languages for internal administration and education, so there are 18 official languages spoken throughout the country. English is widely spoken in India. Personal Space - India is densely populated and people are accustomed to being crowded. However, except in packed buses, strangers avoid touching each other. Cross-gender touching is especially offensive, although it is not uncommon to see same-sex friends holding hands or hugging. Religious Places - Most temples and mosques prohibit shoes inside the building and signs are sometimes posted when this is the case. Some Hindu temples do not permit non-Hindus to enter. A visitor should ask if there is any doubt and observe other visitors for guidance. In Sikh temples, called gurdwaras, white/saffron head coverings for both men and women are required (and sometimes provided). Priests in gurdwaras also offer the visitor blessed food, which should be accepted with the right hand to avoid giving offense. The food should either be eaten or given to someone else. It is customary to enter any religious place with the head slightly bowed. Special note: The visit to Jagdish Mandir Temple requires the removal of both shoes and socks. Street Scenes - Guests will have expectations of poverty before arriving in India, but unless you have previously traveled to a developing country, it is hard to suppress one's shock. You will encounter people, including children, begging in the streets. You will see street scenes which may be unusual, including animals sifting through garbage in the streets. You will also see prosperity and middle class living. Being prepared for these different experiences will better enable you to enjoy your exploration through this colorful, vibrant and hospitable country. Photography - Special permission of the Archaeological Survey of India, New Delhi, is required for use of tripod and artificial light. Photography in the wildlife sanctuaries is allowed on payment of a prescribed fee. In Delhi, videos are not allowed at Humayun's Tomb, and camera fees are imposed at both UNESCO sites visited in Delhi. Videos are not allowed in the Taj Mahal complex past the first viewing area; guests may store their cameras. Costs incurred for photography are at guests' expense. Your Tauck Director will advise you of all known camera related fees and rules for each city traveled. Time Zones All cities on this journey are located in the same time zone. They are 5.5 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (or Greenwich Mean Time). India does not observe Daylight Savings Time or other seasonal adjustments. To determine current time in major cities around the world, we suggest you log on to the Internet website, timeanddate.com, by clicking here. Elevation The maximum elevation on this itinerary is 1,721 ft (525 m). Weather The climate in India varies depending on the location and time of travel. In northern India, the weather during the late fall and winter months of October through March is dry with temperatures averaging 45 °F (7 °C) in the early morning and evening, and 70 to 75 °F (21 to 24 °C) during the day. India is known for its rainy season, when monsoons make headlines. However, from October through March – the best time to travel – no more than one inch of rain per month on average falls on the cities we visit. To determine current weather conditions, we suggest you log on to the Internet website, noaa.gov, by clicking here. Average Temperature Delhi, India Varanasi, India Month Hi/Lo ºF Hi/Lo ºC Hi/Lo ºF Hi/Lo ºC January 69 / 45 21 / 7 73 / 47 23 / 8 February 74 / 50 23 / 10 79 / 51 26 / 11 March 84 / 59 29 / 15 91 / 60 33 / 16 April 96 / 70 36 / 21 102 / 71 39 / 22 May 102 / 78 39 / 26 106 / 79 41 / 26 June 101 / 82 38 / 28 103 / 82 39 / 28 July 94 / 80 34 / 27 92 / 79 33 / 26 August 92 / 79 33 / 26 81 / 78 27 / 26 September 93 / 76 34 / 24 91 / 75 33 / 24 October 91 / 67 33 / 19 90 / 68 32 / 20 November 82 / 55 28 / 13 84 / 57 29 / 14 December 73 / 47 23 / 8 76 / 49 24 / 9 Agra, India Jaipur, India Month Hi/Lo ºF Hi/Lo ºC Hi/Lo ºF Hi/Lo ºC January 73 / 43 23 / 6 71 / 49 22 / 9 February 78 / 46 26 / 8 76 / 54 24 / 12 March 89 / 55 32 / 13 87 / 63 31 / 17 April 101 / 67 38 / 19 97 / 74 36 / 23 May 107 / 77 42 / 25 103 / 80 39 / 27 June 105 / 83 41 / 28 101 / 83 38 / 28 July 95 / 80 35 / 27 91 / 79 33 / 26 August 92 / 78 33 / 26 89 / 77 32 / 25 September 93 / 75 34 / 24 92 / 75 33 / 24 October 94 / 62 34 / 17 91 / 69 33 / 21 November 85 / 49 29 / 9 82 / 59 28 / 15 December 76 / 44 24 / 7 73 / 51 23 / 11 Khajuraho, India Month Hi/Lo ºF Hi/Lo ºC January 76 / 51 24 / 11 February 82 / 55 28 / 13 March 92 / 64 33 / 18 April 101 / 73 38 / 23 May 106 / 81 41 / 27 June 99 / 80 37 / 27 July 88 / 76 31 / 24 August 85 / 75 29 / 24 September 88 / 74 31 / 23 October 89 / 68 32 / 20 November 84 / 58 29 / 14 December 78 / 51 26 / 11 Average Rainfall Delhi, India Varanasi, India Month Inches Millimeters Inches Millimeters January 0.8 20 0.7 18 February 0.8 20 0.7 18 March 0.6 15 0.3 8 April 0.8 20 0.2 5 May 1.0 25 0.5 13 June 2.8 71 4.5 114 July 9.3 236 13.6 346 August 9.3 236 9.4 240 September 4.5 114 7.8 198 October 0.7 18 1.3 33 November 0.4 10 0.4 10 December 0.4 10 0.4 10 Khajuraho, India Month Inches Millimeters January 0.5 13 February 0.6 15 March 0.4 9 April 0.2 4 May 0.4 9 June 4.8 121 July 11.2 285 August 11.8 300 September 5.9 149 October 0.8 20 November 0.3 7 December 0.3 7 Book This Trip Have Information Ready To help expedite your booking, please have the following information ready before you call us: Tour Name and Departure Date Desired Traveler Name(s): Please have first and last names as they appear on the passport or driver's license. 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Special Requests Special RequestsWe will be happy to advise hotels of any special requests, provided we receive them at time of booking. We regret that requests cannot be guaranteed. Final Payment Final Payment is due at Tauck's Norwalk, CT office 60 days before departure. Any bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice. Final Documents Final Documents, which may include airline tickets, when applicable, are sent by first class mail upon receipt of final payment. They include joining instructions, hotel lists, tour itinerary, clothing suggestions, luggage tags and other pertinent information. We recommend overnight mailing service for any reservation that is made within 30 days of the tour departure date to ensure timely delivery. The additional expense will be added to your tour cost. 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The cost of Tauck's Guest Protection is $615.00 per person. This protection provides insurance coverage that applies only during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish to compare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home and automobile policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance agent or broker. Travel insurance is underwritten by: Transamerica Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, OH; NAIC #10952, (all states except as otherwise noted) under Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5000. In CA, HI, NE, NH, PA, TN and TX Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5100 and TAHC5200. In IL, IN, KS, LA, OH, OR, VT, WA and WY Policy Form #'s TAHC5100IPS and TAHC5200IPS. Certain coverages are under series TAHC6000 and TAHC7000. 26325543 The Guest Protection plan waives cancellation fees outlined, provided we are notified of cancellation before your tour departs. Tour cancellation fees are waived regardless of reason, without written notice, and Tauck will refund land tour cost. This optional Guest Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included with initial payment. Details will be provided with written confirmation of your tour reservation. Guest Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. Cost is not refundable under any circumstances. Reimbursements will be made according to original method of payment. 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Guests choosing not to purchase Tauck's Guest Protection will incur cancellation penalties per person as follows: 60 days or more before departure $1000.00 per person 59-8 days before departure $1500.00 per person 7-1 days before departure $2000.00 per person Time of cancellation will be when notice is received in our Norwalk, CT office. In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control, Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation terms outlined herein. Tour Interruption Fees – If you have to interrupt your tour en route, you may be entitled to a refund of land tour costs if it exceeds 24 hours; certain restrictions apply. Such refunds are based upon the number of overnights missed less $40 per day for unused transportation and other fixed expenses. Partial Room Cancellation – A person who cancels or leaves a tour while a roommate remains constitutes a cancellation of one type of accommodation and rebooking of another type of accommodation. The price charged the remaining person is the new, higher price for the new accommodation. Click here to download our complete Description of Coverage. Air Services Airfare may be purchased through us for travel originating in the United States. By using our air services, you agree that we, in purchasing, selling or otherwise arranging air transportation, are acting only as your agent and are not liable or responsible for any accident, death, personal injury, illness, property damage, delay or other loss or expense of any nature whatsoever arising directly or indirectly out of any act of God, or any actions or omissions (including any failure to provide services) or default of, any carrier. All carriers are independent contractors and are not owned, managed, controlled or operated by us. Your airline ticket constitutes a contract between yourself and the airline only, even if purchased through us. We are not liable for, and do not assume responsibility or accept claims with regard to seat assignments, schedule changes, flight changes, cancellations, claims for a refund or reimbursement of airline ticket fees, or any other loss incurred by you for any reason whatsoever (including, without limitation to, bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or similar relief from creditors). We must handle ticketing for our special fares, which are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed until reserved. Our air services can only be purchased in conjunction with a one of our tours. Tickets or e-ticket numbers will be mailed with final documents. If you cancel or change your air booking before or after departure, all airline cancellation and change fees will apply. More questions? Visit the Spotlight on India Forum
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The Amana CAPF Cased Upflow/Downflow Indoor Coils are made for split system air conditioners and heat pumps. The coil's cabinet is painted Architectural Gray.
This coil can operate with a heat pump or condenser of two different tonnages, as noted in the product description above. The unit comes equipped with an orifice (flowrater) for the larger listed tonnage. If you wish to pair the coil with a condenser or heat pump of the smaller tonnage, an orifice in that tonnage will need to be used (unless a TXV is required instead). If you are purchasing a new Amana heat pump or condenser, the required orifice can be found on our site by clicking the Accessories tab on the product page for that item. However, if you are purchasing this coil only and wish to pair it with equipment of the lower tonnage rating as listed on the description for this coil, you will need to separately purchase the smaller orifice and install it in the coil before operating. See this step-by-step guide to learn how to easily do so. Alternatively, instead of an orifice a thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) may be used or required for some equipment, such as 14 SEER and higher heat pumps and all equipment that uses R-410A refrigerant (see equipment spec sheets for details or call us for assistance).
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