Hyderabad Guide

Contents

Hyderabad Office Information

Important Contacts

Phones, Internet and Printers

Places of Interest

Leisure

Pubs

Shopping Malls

Shopping

Pearls

Restaurants

Cinema Theaters

Groceries

Tips on Tipping

Important City Phone Numbers

Experienced Traveler Tips

Hyderabad Map

Airport Connectivity

On behalf of the R10 leadership team, welcome to Region 10!

Over the last couple of years, R10 has become an integral and invaluable part of the U.S. Firms. R10 professionals are involved in many areas of the organization, bringing the skills, innovation, and insight needed to drive client service excellence.

In order to realize the fullest potential of R10, we must continue to strengthen the integration between R10 and the rest of the U.S. Firms. We’re excited about working with you to build R10 into your business model, and we hope that you’ll use your firsthand experience with R10 to help us drive increased connectivity with our colleagues based in the U.S. At any time feel free to reach out to me and the R10 leadership team to share your thoughts, questions, and perspectives. We look forward to teaming with you in 2008. Regards,

Bob Robert T. Chapman Managing Partner, Region 10

Hyderabad Office Information

Office Address RMZ Futura, Deloitte Drive, Road No.2, Hi Tech City Layout, Madhapur, Hyderabad - 500081 Andhra Pradesh, INDIA Main Office Phone Number 91 40 6670 4000 Office Security/Emergency Phone Number Outside Office: 91 40 6670 4000 Within Office: 4000 Technology Helpdesk Phone Number 2222

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Important Contacts

Local Assistance Maria Brinda Srikumar 91 98 6632 1043 msrikumar@deloitte.com Local Tour Guides For a city tour, you can contact any of the following approved guides. Basheeruddin 91 98 4900 8744 V Kumar 91 98 4851 5505 A Srinu 91 93 4723 9648 John Wilson 91 98 4906 4889 R.L.N.Sharma 91 98 4964 6507 The guides will be available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 7 days a week.

Preferred Hotels Novotel Taj Krishna Near Hitec City, Road No. 1, Banjara Hills, Izzatnagar, Kondapur, Hyderabad Hyderabad Tel: 91 40 6666 2323 Tel: 91 40 6682 4422 Ellaa Compass Suites ISTA Hill Ridge Springs, 25 Kancha Road no. 2 I.T., Park Gachibowli, ISB Road, Hyderabad Nanakramguda, Gachi Bowli, 500 032, India Hyderabad 500 019 INDIA Tel: 91 40 2300 2488 Tel: 91 40 4450 8888

Region 10 Key Contacts Kumar Kolin Laxman Murthy Office Managing Director Vice President - India Services kkolin@deloitte.com lmurthy@deloitte.com 91 98 6632 1333 91 98 6688 3355 Sonali Dua Kala Rayaprolu Executive Manager - India Services Executive Manager - India Services sodua@deloitte.com krayaprolu@deloitte.com 91 98 6607 5275 91 98 490 00276

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Phones, Internet, and Printers

Conference dial-in-number If you are using an India/local phone (i.e., from your hotel), you can connect to the standard conferencing bridge number (+888 998 2663) by dialing 000 800 852 1227 or 91 40 6670 4965 at local charges. If you are using the U.S.phones in the office, you can connect by dialing 91 888 998 2663. Making phone calls from the office Telephones in the Deloitte Hyderabad offices have both U.S. and India phone lines.

To call India local numbers, dial 0, followed by the number

To call other countries (besides the U.S.), dial 9011, followed by the country code and then the number Making phone calls from a Blackberry or mobile phone To call a Hyderabad landline, dial 91 40, followed by the number To call a landline in any other Indian city, dial 91, followed by the city code and then the number To call a mobile for any Indian city (including Hyderabad), dial 91, followed by the number

To call someone in the Deloitte Hyderabad office, dial 91 40 6670, followed by the extension number

Wireless The Region 10 offices at Hyderabad are wireless enabled. You can connect to the wireless network anywhere within the facility.

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Places of Interest 13th century forts, magnificent temples, Nizam-era museums, verdant national parks, and lots more.

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Places of Interest

Birla Mandir Dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara, this magnificent edifice comes alive each evening when it’s lit. Ten years in the making, the granite image of the presiding deity is about 11 feet tall. Birla Planetarium Birla Planetarium is one of the country’s leading planetariums. There are ‘sky shows’ held every day. Charminar Charminar is the most famous of all Hyderabad’s symbols, built by Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah. Charminar is surrounded by the hustle and bustle of commerce - pearl and jewelry shops and perfume and attar (perfume extract) dealers.

Charminar

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Places of Interest

Golconda Fort Golconda Fort was built by the Kakatiyas in the 13th century and was improved upon by the Qutb Shahi kings. It is a massive granite fort with walls and ramparts 7 kilometers in circumference. The city within the walls spawned such immortal gems as the Koh-i-Noor, the Hope Diamond, and the Orloff Diamond of Catherine the Great. In the evenings, Golconda Fort features a Sound & Light Show.

High Court High Court is a lovely Mughal-inspired building near Afzal Gunj Bridge. It is constructed with local pink granite, red standstone featuring carved columns and panels.

Golconda Fort

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Places of Interest

Jalagam Vengal Rao Park Jalagam Vengal Rao Park is on Rd# 1 Banjara Hills. It is a popular spot for locals to enjoy their morning/evening walks. Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park is the city’s favorite park for jogging. You can’t miss the green expanse on the way to Jubilee Hills.

Mecca Masjid Mecca Masjid is the second largest mosque in India and the seventh largest in the world - accomodating 10,000 people at one time. Interestingly, some of its bricks were brought from the original Mecca.

Mecca Masjid

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Places of Interest

Nehru Zoological Park Nehru Zoological Park is spread over 300 acres and is one of the largest zoos in Asia. Large recreational parks, gardens, a mini train, animal rides, and the nocturnal cave make for a thrilling experience. It is an ideal spot for a picnic.

Qutub Shahi Tombs The Qutub Shahi Tombs were constructed on square bases surrounded by arches. At the center of each tomb sits a sarcophagus.

Ramoji Film City Ramoji Film City is the Universal Studios of India. Spread across 2500 acres, it is the world’s largest film studio complex.

Ramoji Film City

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Places of Interest

Salarjung Museum Salarjung Museum contains the largest private collection of antiques in the world. Don’t miss the Jade Room with priceless objects. Shilparamam Shilparamam is a crafts village adjacent to Cyber towers. It houses handloom and handicraft stalls throughout the year.

Note: AP Tourism offers guided tours to many of these places. More information is available on their website - www.aptourism.com

Salarjung Museum

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Leisure From pub-hopping to plain shopping, food and more, it’s all in here!

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Pubs

Ahala (Drama Lounge) Taj Krishna, Rd#1, Banjara Hills.

Dublin Hotel Grand Kakatiya, Begumpet: The city’s only Irish Pub. Old world ambience and courteous staff. Live performances are the order of the day. Expensive, if you’re planning to stay all night. Definitely worth a visit. Touch Rd#2, Banjara Hills: Where the elite like to unwind. Good music and good food. Expensive cover, though Wednesdays and Saturdays are very popular here.

10 Downing Street Lifestyle building, Begumpet: Soft lights, friendly service and good music have made it the city’s favorite watering hole. Theme nights include ladies Wednesdays (free drinks for women), Karaoke Thursdays and Retro Fridays. Liquids Again Rd#1, Banjara Hills: This is a lounge with good aesthetics and a lovely view of the city. Really comes alive on Fridays and Saturdays. Bottles & Chimneys Begumpet (near the airport): This is a massive split-level club. Cozy couches and a really wide bar make it ideal for larger groups. The dance floor is usually packed. Regulars here are a mixed bunch. Under Deck Taj Banjara, Rd#1, Banjara Hills: Themed around a ship. Wood and soft yellow lights. Really tiny place but that’s what draws its regular patrons. Music is usually good. A jazz band plays on certain nights.

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Pubs

Sparks Lifestyle building, Begumpet: A pub that’s more of a psychedelic club. You’ll find all nationalities here. Very popular with students. Hip-hop nights are huge. No cover charged but the couples’ enclosure is off- limits to stag entrants. Firangi Paani City Center, 5th Floor, Rd#1, Banjara Hills Notes Some pubs in Hyderabad allow only couples to enter. Cover is set higher for single men. However, women are let in without having to pay cover charges at times. Your stay at the Novotel (the Deloitte preferred hotel) includes a BBQ on Saturday evenings, which includes unlimited beer, wine and crayfish, if you are not vegetarian.

Always ask if a corporate discount is offered and be sure to carry your Deloitte ID card; you may be asked to present it to receive discounts.

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Shopping Malls

Hyderabad Central Punjagutta: Remains the largest mall though bigger ones are planned to open in the future. Stocks all the most popular brands with food courts and coffee pubs to break the monotony. Lifestyle Begumpet: Two floors. The first floor contains clothes and perfumeries. The second has shoes, furnitures, and soft furnishings. Their yearly Off Sale is worth waiting for. Lots of parking space except when a sale is on. Shoppers’ Stop Begumpet: Four floors of men’s, ladies’, and children’s clothing and accessories. A restaurant on the top floor serves decent fare. Crossword - the bookshop has its section on ground level. Parking underground. City Center Banjara Hills: A new mall, offering brand name products. There are some great restaurants on the 5th level of this mall. Women’s Clothing Origians: Rd#1, Banjara Hills. Phone: 91 40 6558 9917 Elahe: Rd#10, Banjara Hills. Phone. 91 40 6656 5514 Neeru’s Elite: Rd#1, Banjara Hills, Phone. 91 40 2341 4445 Mebaz: Begumpet Crossing. Phone: 91 40 6666 2222 Meena Bazar: Begumpet Crossing, next to Lifestyle. Phone: 91 40 6666 2222 Kalanjali: Near police control room, Nampally, Phone: 91 40 2323 1147 Nalli’s: Near Begumpet flyover. Phone: 91 40 2776 6609

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Shopping

Men’s Clothing Mebaz: Begumpet Crossing. Phone: 91 40 6666 2222 Meena Bazar: Begumpet Crossing, next to Lifestyle. Phone: 91 40 6666 2222 Crafts Bombay Store: Rd#10, Banjara Hills. Phone: 91 40 5599 6666 Handicrafts d’India: Rd#1, Banjara Hills. Phone: 91 40 3060 7740. Deloitte professionals receive a 30% discount if they ask for Khan, the store owner.

Cottage Industries Exposition Limited (CIE): Snehalatha Building, 6-3-871, Greenlands Road, Adj. G.Pullareddy Sweets, Begumpet. Phone: 91 40 2340 1302. Book Stores Walden: One stop for your book needs, Rd#2, Banjara Hills. Phone: 91 40 2355 1613. (10% discount on bulk purchase of Rs. 4000). Crossword Book Store: City Center Mall, Rd#10. Phone: 91 40 6613 1207. (10% discount on bulk purchase of Rs.10,000). Himalaya Book Store: Panjagutta. Phone: 91 40 2332 2993

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Pearls

Mangatrai Pearls and Jewellery (40% discount for Deloitte professionals) Punjagutta Cross Roads, Hyderabad Phone: 91 98 4906 7444/91 40 2341 1816 Open all days. Sri Krishna Pearls and Jewellery (40% discount for Deloitte professionals) Located in the Taj Krishna, Taj Banjara and HICC Phones: 91 40 2320 1379 / 91 40 2320 1395 Always ask if a corporate discount is offered and be sure to carry your Deloitte ID card; you may be asked to present it to receive discounts.

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Restaurants

Indian Kebab-e-Behar, Taj Banjara: Rd#1, Banjara Hills Guests can look forward to the famous Hyderabadi Kebabs along with an exciting variety of the Northwest Frontier Kebabs and specialities like Shikampuri Kabab, Pathar ka Gosht, and Dal Makhani, all creations of the stalwart Chef Chamanlal. Phone: 91 40 6666 9999 Firdous, Taj Krishna: Rd#1, Banjara Hills Chandeliers and elegant furnishing provide the perfect backdrop for a delectable spectrum of gourmet Indian cuisine. Raan-e-firdaus and dal firdaus are signature dishes. Phone: 91 40 6666 2323 Peshawari: Kakatiya Sheraton Serves food from the Northwest Frontier province Phone: 91 40 2340 0132 Koyla: Rd#1, Banjara Hills Boasts some of the best chefs in town. Decor is pleasing and intimate. The open-air terrace is simply stunning. No alcohol is served here. Phone: 91 40 5552 4455 Angeethi: Rd#1, Banjara Hills A restaurant that looks like an authentic Punjabi dhaba. There’s even a paan shop inside! Phone: 91 40 6625 5550 Dakshin: Kakatiya Sheraton Good selection from the southern states, with a great ambience to match. Expensive by virtue of its Sheraton tag. Phone: 91 40 2340 0132

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Restaurants

Tabla: Rd#1, Banjara Hills A pleasant place to spend some time, offers a lovely view of the city. The interior design is uncluttered and the service is helpful and warm. The restaurant serves Indian, Chinese, and Continental cuisine, and its bestsellers list is an eclectic mix of them all. Phone: 91 40 5582 5582 Oriental Chinese Pavilion: Rd#1, Banjara Hills Delicious soup and some innovative presentation styles. Small, but getting a table is never a problem. Phone: 91 40 6678 5680 Kafulok: Rd#2, Banjara Hills There are many types of Chinese restaurants in Hyderabad - this one specializes in Szechawan and ‘Indianized’ Chinese. Phone: +94 40 6646 7878 Mainland China: Rd#1, Banjara Hills One of the fastest growing chains in India. Authentic Chinese food and good, quick service. Phone: 91 40 2330 4500 Multicuisine Fusion 9: Rd#1, Banjara Hills East meets West. Experimentation here is usually rewarding. Phone: 91 40 5557 7722 Blue Flowers: Taj Deccan Fresh flavors are the draw at this inviting Indian restaurant. Signature dishes include Hyderabad biryani and haleem. Phone: 91 40 6666 3939 Grill Room: Rd#1, Banjara Hills Lines up continental steaks, Indian kebabs and oriental grills for Hyderabadi food buffs. This extension of Fusion 9 offers a global variety of grills, as well as a very popular Saturday brunch. Phone: 91 98 4896 8656

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Restaurants

Little Italy: Opp KBR park, Apollo Crossing It stands out with its trademark blend of cafe and cozy restaurant feel. If you want to taste the real food of Italy minus the non-veg stuff, then this is the place for you. Phone: 91 40 2355 8001 Ohri’s Banjara: Rd#2, Banjara Hills Open late into the night. You’ll spot the whole town here after midnight. Serves many kinds of cuisine. Phone: 91 40 2330 2200 Zafraan Exotica: Rd#12, Banjara Hills If ambience is what you are looking for, then this is the place to go. Phone: 91 40 6558 5500

Zafraan Laguna: 4th floor Lumbini, Rd#2, Banjara Hills, Panjagutta. The ambience and decor is as good as the other Zafraan Restaurants. The bar area is the best feature of this place. Phone: 91 40 6684 2222 Always ask if a corporate discount is offered and be sure to carry your Deloitte ID card; you may be asked to present it to receive discounts.

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Cinema Theaters

Prasads IMAX Necklace Road The city’s only multiplex. Screens new English movies with Hindi films. The building also houses a few clothing and accessories brands besides a food court, amusement section, and fast food outlets. Anand Paradise Screens popular Hindi and English movies. Convenient for its location and availability of tickets.

Sangeet SD Road, Secunderabad Screens new English movies with the occasional Hindi film. The theater is also a local landmark.

Skyline/Sterling Basheerbagh Twin theaters screening English movies as a rule. PVR Cinemas Hyderabad Central Screens English, Hindi, and Telugu movies.

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Groceries

Foodworld Found in almost all residential areas. Hyderabad is dotted with its outlets. Home delivery service available. Trinethra Throughout the city Another chain with fresh food and home delivery.

Reliance Fresh Throughout the city Another chain with fresh food from the Reliance Group of Companies. Big Bazaar Abids Stocks everything from food, clothers to electronics. Discount offers and sales run throughout the year. Giant Hypermarket Musheerabad A wholesale store with large discounts. Expect to find electonics, clothes, alcohol, food and masses of crowds. QMart Rd#2, Banjara Hills Perhaps the only supermarket that stocks imported food. Ratnadeep Srinagar Colony and Vikrampuri This supermarket is strictly vegetarian. The fruit and vegetable section is quite fresh.

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Tips on Tipping A brief guide to customary tipping practices in India

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Tips on Tipping

Since you are in an unfamiliar place with new cultural rules, we have put together a brief guide to customary tipping practices in India.

As of 1/1/2008, 37 - 39 Rupees (Rs.) equates to one U.S. Dollar, depending on the exchange rate at the time of exchanging dollars. However, 39 rupees relative to a dollar has greater purchasing power. The average laborer you may encounter earns probably no more than Rs.4,000 per month. Drivers Rs.50 - 100 per day is appropriate. You may choose to tip your driver either on a daily basis or at the end of your stay. You are likely to find the drivers to be friendly, and that they know the city well. They have been known to invite patrons to their family homes. This is meant as a sign of respect, but we advise you to refrain from accepting these invitations. Ensure your driver speaks and understands English. Traffic is terrible in the morning between 8:30 and 10:00 am and in the evening from 5:45 pm. Plan your leaving and arriving, or ask your driver for alternative routes.

Hotel Room service: It is customary, although not mandatory, to tip room service delivery staff. Rs.10-20 is sufficient. Restaurants and bars: 10-15% of the bill is the norm, except at breakfast, which is often a buffet.

At breakfast, tipping is discretionary. You may just wish to reward a particularly helpful member of staff at the end of your stay.

Laundry/Housekeeping: Again, not mandatory, but laundry staff would appreciate Rs.10-20 on delivery. For housekeeping, we recommend Rs.100 every 3 or 4 days of your stay. (This guarantees fresh flowers!) Doorman, Valet: As with Room Service, Rs.10-20 is acceptable, although not every time someone opens the door for you.

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Tips on Tipping

Out and About Auto Rickshaws: Three-wheelers are seen almost on all the roads. If you choose to use one (and it’s a unique experience you may want to have), insist on using the billing meter. If the operator refuses, simply flag down another one.

Within the city, you should not expect to pay more than Rs.50 for a one- way trip. After 10.00 p.m. the fare jumps to 1.5 x the meter reading. Restaurants and bars: 15% of the bill is acceptable. In bars you will often get a check at the end of the night and one waiter will have been allocated to you throughout. So there’s no need to tip every time you order a drink.

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Important City Phone Numbers From airlines to ambulances, all the information you need

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Important City Phone Numbers

Tourist Information Department of Tourism, Government of India 91 40 2326 2151 Andhra Pradesh Tourism 91 40 2345 3110 Money Exchange TT Forex 91 93 9445 6448 American Express 91 40 2323 1613/4591/3689 There is an ATM machine in the Deloitte campus in Block A at the ground level. It accepts international VISA cards only. Airlines Indian Airlines Booking Office 91 40 2343 0334 Indian Airlines Enquiry 1407 Indian Airlines International Flights 1800.180.1407 Air India 91 40 2338 9711/12/13

Emirates 91 40 6623 4400 Air Deccan 91 98 4967 7008 Kingfisher Airlines 91 40 2321 0985/86 Jet Airways City Office 91 40 6651 0668 Jet Airways Call Center 91 40 3982 4444 KLM Airlines 1800.1800.044 KLM Airlines City Office 91 40 2790 5140/43 KLM Airlines Airport 91 40 2790 5140 Lufthansa 91 40 2348 1000 Sahara India Airport Office 91 40 2790 1315/7940 Sahara India Call Centre 91 40 3030 2020 Sahara India City Office 91 40 6678 2020

Emergency Police 100 Fire 101 Ambulance 102

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Important City Phone Numbers

Hospitals Apollo Emergency 91 40 2360 7777 CARE Hospital, Secunderabad 91 40 2770 6252/2771 7452 CARE Hospital, Banjara Hills 91 40 5566 8888 Fever Hopspital 91 40 2766 7845 KIMS 91 40 2781 4910/4499 Medicity 91 40 2323 1111/7644 NIMS 91 40 2332 0332/2333 Yashoda, Somajiguda 91 40 2331 9999 Yashoda, Secunderabad 91 40 2771 3333 Pharmacies Ameerpet 91 40 2343 1701 Jubilee Hills 91 40 2360 7777 Mehdipatnam 9140 2343 1702 RTC X Roads 91 40 2343 3605 Vikrampuri 91 40 2343 3607

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Experienced Traveler Tips Travel tips and nuances about the office culture from seasoned travelers

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Experienced Traveler Tips

Before Leaving the U.S. • If you can, try to meet personally with as many practitioners from

your practice and others you have worked with to let them know that you are visiting/going on rotation to R10 and invite/encourage them to reach out to you if they need any assistance. If you can’t meet personally, call them or send them an e-mail.

• Meet with/contact recent visitors/expats who have returned from R10 and gain their views/advice/perspective and get an understanding of expectations on the ground. • Gather any training materials from courses that you may have

recently delivered or of courses you may have taken. • Go to usps.com and either request the US Postal Service to hold your mail or provide a forwarding address while you are gone. • Do your research on travel places in India and pick a “top 3-4” list as that will probably be the number of places you might be able to do during your rotation; some of these include Bombay, Goa, Kerala, and Jaipur. Contact Kala Rayaprolu in R10 for package deals. • Pack an umbrella, if you are going during the rains. • It may be beneficial to carry some travelers’ checks as a reliable back-up.

Travel Tips Best route is to fly through Frankfurt (Lufthansa-United) or Amsterdam (Northwest-KLM).

If you decide to transit through Delhi/Mumbai and require a night’s layover, make prior hotel reservations. DO NOT accept offers from local agents to take you to a hotel.

If you have a personal laptop and intend to carry it together with your work laptop, you will be assessed a customs fees when you arrive in India for one of your laptops.

If for some reason you arrive at the Hyderabad airport and are not able to locate your cab driver, call the hotel.

Bus/cabs for local professionals are not very flexible and need to be planned in advance, especially during weekends.

When flying out of Hyderabad, you must bring a printed copy of your itinerary in order to enter the airport.

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Experienced Traveler Tips

Please refer to the Expat Support Program on DeloitteNet for more detailed information on working with Region 10. The page can be found on https://www.deloittenet.com/Regions/INDWeb/TopLinks/ R10ExpatriateSupportProgram/default.htm Cultural Differences Open your mind to new cultures. India is a microcosm of different cultures. Set realistic goals and focus on sharing best practices and quality procedures.

Understanding Indian culture: Unwilling to accept blame - R10 professionals tend not to accept blame easily. This should not be misconstrued as arrogance, nor are they shying away from accepting responsibility for errors committed. In India, maintaining one’s dignity is very important. Accepting fault/blame may imply that one’s dignity is at stake.

Avoiding confrontation - In a culture of politeness, R10 personnel avoid confrontation and hence tend to be indirect. They often find it hard to say ‘no’ or raise problematic issues effectively.

Meaning of ‘Yes’ - A response of ‘Yes’ by an R10 professional in a conversation is an acknowledgement of listening and not necessarily that of understanding or agreement. It is helpful to have the team summarize their understanding at the end of a meeting to ensure everyone is on the same page.

Over-communication is better than just waiting for something that may never happen, happen too late or be done incorrectly. Try to build in touch points to make sure everyone is on the right track.

Understand the body language, more specifically the ‘Nod’/head wobble - It does not mean ‘yes’ or ‘no’. It is just a sign that the question was heard and/or request received. It’s always good to ask for confirmation - ask them to explain the requirements and give you a timeline for completion. Direct communication - R10 professionals prefer face-to- face or verbal communication over emails.

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Experienced Traveler Tips

Punctuality is not a given - keep this in mind while scheduling meetings. Also emphasize the importance of always being on time and meeting deadlines to the U.S. practice. A meeting scheduled to start at 10 a.m., might actually see people coming in by 10:10 a.m. Perhaps, it is better to schedule the meeting for 9:45 a.m. to ensure everyone’s on board at 10 a.m.

Group tasks - R10 professionals are very eager to help you with your work. Make sure you don’t ask a large number of people to do the same thing, they are likely to drop whatever they were doing to assist you with your task. It’s best to assign work on an individual basis. Assist them in prioritizing their work.

Develop relationships: While there is a lot of pressure on your time during your time in Region 10, it is important to try and develop relationships with R10 professionals to create a more collegial working environment. If you participate with the group in social/cultural settings, it’s easier to gain the R10 team’s trust and respect.

Positive reinforcements: Recognize exceptional performance both locally and through U.S. project leaders. A personal call from a U.S. project manager or partner goes a long way in building morale and loyalty.

Lunch time: R10 professionals do not typically eat at their desks. They eat in groups at the cafeteria. Make sure you keep this in mind while scheduling meetings around lunch time. Having lunch with R10 professionals is another way to forge stronger relationships.

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Experienced Traveler Tips

R10 Jargon: Stretch = work late Stay back = work late Cabin = individual office Mail = used to refer to either snail mail and e-mail Doubt = question. E.g. “I have some doubts” or “I have a doubt” translates directly to “I have some questions.” (U.S. professionals might assume that “doubt” has a negative connotation, while Indian professionals might assume that “question” has a negative connotation).

Hotel: Ask the hotel staff to print out bills by separate categories, e.g., laundry, meals, hotel. Check if breakfast is included.

It is customary to leave a tip on a weekly basis for the hotel staff.

Remember to click the ‘do not disturb’ switch in your room if needed, or else the staff will enter the room after only a few knocks.

A couple of other tips from experience

Take a couple of bottles of your favorite wine with you to Hyderabad as it can be quite expensive.

Latitudes Gym is really nice and offers great massages at decent prices. After traveling to or living in certain countries (for business OR personal reasons) you may be restricted from donating blood for a certain period of time. See full set of blood donation eligibility guidelines on the American Red Cross Web site.

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Hyderabad Map

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Hyderabad Map

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Airport Connectivity

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