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[quote=Anonymous]I have been to Islamabad.  You need to wear a shalwar kameez, or a loose tunic topic that goes down to your knees.  You also need the dupatta (long scarf), which is worn to further cover your shape and give you more modesty, or sometimes to cover your hair.  Yes, you could wear western clothes, but most would be considered quite indecent, and life will be much easier if you blend.
I would not drive.  Your work should provide a driver.  The roads are crazy, with many types of cars, overstuffed buses, motorcycles with several family members and children, all careening and swerving while on some roads donkeys are walking along the side.  The two main western hotels, the Serena and the Marriott, are the ones frequented by westerners and are guarded, but have also been the target of attacks in the past.  But nearly all hotels and guest houses have armed guards.
When you go out, it is best to be accompanied by a man.  Whether you are or not, you can expect that in many places, you will see many more men than women.  Wherever you go, the men will be curious about what you are doing and may follow you around at banks, stores, on the streets, and to get up very close to you.  It is disconcerting and a very odd paradox of the culture.    
Be sure to register with the State Department to let them know of your travel plans and location.  
Expect power outages and internet outages.  
Drink only bottled water.  Brush your teeth with bottled water.
I have friends who have traveled quite a bit in India and their experiences were nothing like mine in Pakistan.  
You may have different experiences in other cities.  Lahore is supposed to be old and interesting, and perhaps more modern in views.  Karachi is a huge bustling city of contradictions.

Having noted all the above precautions, there is some incredible hospitality.  And wonderful food.  [/quote]

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