frequently asked questions

Your round trip flight to India and one flat fee to IT By Design to cover the bookings of your hotel, local airfare, three meals per day, and all other accommodations while in India. Any incidentals plus liquor is your responsibility.

Absolutely! You’re invited to bring one (1) guest of your choice. While you may be sharing a room, there is an additional fee that covers the cost of meals, airfare, and double occupancy hotel rates. You’re responsible for any additional fees throughout the retreat.

Refunds are not available because we need to pay for hotel and travel reservations, etc. in advance. They will be booked in your name and secured using your Passport ID, so unfortunately, we will not be able to cancel.
  • Single occupancy hotel rooms from January 11th (evening) to January 20th (departure)
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner each day
  • All inter-country transportation and airfare
  • All entrance fees for destinations and excursions
  • There is a separate rate for double occupancy

You must provide the following:

  • Arrive in Delhi on Saturday, January 11 – provide arrival details.
  • Copies of passports for yourself and any travel companions (to be used for securing hotel reservations in your name)
  • Your eVisa information
  • Proof of Covid vaccinations
  • Standard vaccinations for overseas travel
  • Carry your own prescription/common medications
  • Optional mask
  • Any dietary restrictions/food allergies
  • Able to withstand lengthy air/bus travel
  • Any currency exchange (Indian Rupee) needed
  • Funding for such amenities as spa services, shopping, any hotel incidentals etc.
  • At least one carry-on bag for inter-country travel. Our bags will follow us, but we ask that you carry your essentials in an approved carry-on for inter-country air travel in India.
  • Clothing appropriate for temperatures ranging between 60–70 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Conservative attire: No tank tops or shorts. Please wear skirts that reach the knees or below (except for water sports activities).
  • A jacket for evenings.
  • Business formal wear for office visits in Noida and Chandigarh.
  • Formal party attire for our Annual Party.
  • Overnight bags for one-night stays (consider luggage restrictions).
  • Signed waiver to release all liabilities during the retreat.
  • Signed waiver allowing IT By Design to use any photos or video footage in which you may appear.
No. You are free to opt out of any function as long as the group returns to the hotel prior to leaving for the next destination. If you do venture out on your own, please inform us ahead of time so we can cancel any admission/tickets if needed.
  • Avoid consuming food from street vendors (you may eat at U.S.-based food chains such as McDonald’s, Domino’s, etc.).
  • Do not eat raw vegetables or fruit (unless the fruit has a peel).
  • Drink only bottled water. Avoid ice.

Please ensure that you are up to date with your appropriate vaccinations. India does NOT require US citizens to be vaccinated for Covid.