For so many families across Gujarat, the first question about any foreign trip isn't the sightseeing — it's "what will we eat?" The honest answer: with the right planning, you can eat wonderfully as a pure vegetarian or a practising Jain almost anywhere. Dubai and Singapore top the list for the easiest veg and Jain dining, while Jain meals further afield can still be arranged as long as you give a little advance notice.
The easiest destinations for veg and Jain travellers
Dubai leads the pack thanks to its huge Gujarati community, dedicated Jain restaurants and pure-veg thalis on almost every corner — ideal for families on a first trip abroad. Singapore follows close behind, with Little India, veg food courts and Indian restaurants spread citywide, making it a favourite for families and honeymooners alike. Thailand offers excellent value with Indian restaurants in every tourist hub and naturally veg-friendly cuisine, while Bali treats vegetarian food as a way of life and has Indian options across its tourist areas. For longer-haul trips, London serves some of the best Indian and Gujarati food outside India, and Mauritius — with its large Indian-origin population — makes vegetarian dining effortless on a beach honeymoon.
How we handle strict Jain requirements
Jain travel — no root vegetables, no onion or garlic, and specific meal timings — needs a little more care, but it is completely doable. We choose hotels near Jain or pure-veg restaurants, or brief hotel kitchens in advance, and plan sightseeing around meal times so you're never caught out. Jain meal requests go onto your flights at the time of ticketing, and we hand you a list of trusted Indian and Jain restaurants at every stop before you fly. For community and group tours, we arrange a dedicated Jain menu with local caterers.
Temples and community abroad
Faith travels with you. Many destinations now have significant Hindu and Jain temples and a warm Gujarati community — from the grand BAPS Swaminarayan temples in Abu Dhabi and London to derasars and community centres across the UK, East Africa and Southeast Asia. For families who want darshan on their holiday, we weave these stops into the plan.
Practical food tips for first-timers
Pre-book your special meal on international flights when you ticket, not at the airport. Thepla, khakhra and dry snacks travel well and clear customs when declared, so carry a few for the road. It's worth learning the local phrase for "no onion, no garlic" — we give you a printed card for exactly this. On cruises and island resorts, notify Indian or Jain food needs at the time of booking rather than on arrival, since kitchens need the lead time.
Frequently asked questions
Which international destinations are best for vegetarian travellers from Gujarat? Dubai and Singapore are the easiest, with large Gujarati communities and pure-veg and Jain restaurants everywhere, while Thailand, Bali, London and Mauritius all have a strong Indian food scene in their tourist areas.
Can Jain travellers get proper Jain food abroad? Yes — we plan hotels near Jain or pure-veg restaurants, arrange Jain meals on flights, brief hotels in advance and share a trusted restaurant list before you fly, with dedicated Jain catering for groups.
Do you organise pure-vegetarian group tours from Gujarat? Yes, we regularly run fully Jain and pure-vegetarian group departures for families, mandals and communities from Surat, Ahmedabad and Rajkot, with satvik food arranged throughout.
Ready to see the world without compromising on food? WhatsApp our Surat desk and tell us your dates — we'll build a Jain or pure-veg-friendly itinerary, right down to the in-flight meal, so all you have to do is enjoy the trip.
