Whenever a thought pings the periphery of your brain about where to holiday this year…. Halt for a nano second!! This wait has already started popping 5 W’s and 1H in your head like where to go, what to see, whom to contact, How to go etc etc. In the diversified India in terms of culture and heritage, Goa is one such land blessed with nature at its best. The bohemian lifestyle; it is the zest of life and living, the weather, people, environment; everything blends in the same grinder to produce an exquisite and an all time favorite holiday destination in the world.

In daylight, sand seems like diamonds glistening in the bright sun. One major fact about Goa is that this state has been conquered successfully by the Portuguese, French, British and the Dutch’s. These remains to their rules are a major tourist attraction now. Coming to the main area of discussion, Budget Travelers…. Below information’s are for you guys! Read and hit on Goaaaa!!!

1.     Beaches

The one stop location you cannot stop yourself from running towards the waves and amuse yourself by throwing water to your loved ones. The sun kissed marvels provokes you to lay back in your private loungers or hammock and experience yourself at utter bliss! Few beaches like the Anjuna, Candolim, Baga, Dona Paula, and Aguada are the best ones to explore its historic values, experiencing water sports, sun bath, treat yourself with soothing yoga to refresh mind and soul, parasailing etc are in store once you are there.

2.     Golden Treasures

Old Goa is the place where you will find the remains and ruins of the once conquered by the British, Portuguese, French and the Dutch’s. These are now converted into museums and UNESCO has acknowledged as World Heritage Sites. Before the Portuguese invaded Goa, it was under the rule of Adil Shah Dynasty. Today only a few fragments of the glorious dynasty exist. There is Viceroy’s Arch; a black stone monument built to commemorate Vasco d Gama’s discovery of sea route to India, Gate of the Fortress of Adil Shah, Palace of the Archbishop and Chapel of St. Francis Xavier to name a few to rejuvenate the past.

3.     Spice Quest

As soon as you enter the domain of Sahakari Spice farm, your nostrils will command over your eyes to look around and make you smell the beautiful aroma of the varied spices grown in a huge area. Situated amidst lush greenery at Curti; the taluka of Ponda which is very popular among the tourist. The place will automatically answer you what made Europeans to come India! You may pluck and taste pepper, peri-peri (one of the hottest chilies in the world) and other spices to tickle your taste buds.

4.     Pubs

Feni is the local made liquor very popular among the tourist too. There is no harm in trying a glass or two, but too much indulgence is a bit heavy. If you are looking out for some pubs, then NH-17 located 200 meters ahead of Coqueiro circle, Porvorim, Bardez is one stop location which offers highway dhaba style ambience gives a hippie feeling which serves multi-cuisine platters with fine wine, cocktails at a reasonable price. Club 9 Bar is famous for its trippy Psychedelic music which will move you round. There are offers in few pubs where you can eat and drink unlimited charging to Rs 500 to 1000. Tito’s and Mambo at Baga beach, club Cabana at Arpora Hill, Calangute and some less known clubs Westend and Kamaki  to name a few.

5.     Gastronomy   

Fish is staple to Goa as it is located in the Arabian Sea. There is no paucity in the relishing variety of seafood. Chomp and crunch to the traditional fish curries and availability to coconut in abundance makes it the common base for most of the curries. Fish Suke or dried fish and Kismur or dried prawn salad are served as side dishes.  The invasion of Portuguese bought with them new flavors and cuisines including pineapple, cashews, chilies and guava. Few budget restaurants around Goa are Sauza Lobo, Madhu, Bhojan, Le Poisson Rouge, Coyote which has the delicious reasonable foods served.

6.     Markets

Wednesday flea markets at the Anjuna beach are very popular among the tourist and bargain every time you go to shop. Peculiar Ingo’s Saturday market is named after a German, which flourishes for six months of every winter and presents a habitat to junk jewelries, imported goods, hippie merchandises where haggling is almost non existence.

7.     Jungle safari

Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary, Bhagawan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, Mollem National Park is the habitat of some of the rarest species of animals. 200 species of birds which includes Indian great black woodpecker, Malabar pied hornbill, paradise flycatcher emerald dove and kingfisher to name a few. Mhadei sanctuary is known for its waterfalls specially the Vazra sakla and the Virdi falls in the Chorla ghats.

8.     Night Life

Viva La Goa!! At Goa, life begins after dawn. There are few pubs and restaurants which offer live music to raise your pulse. If you are among the late night party goers then, ooze up to the night clubs and lounge bars and put on the dancing shoes till the wee hours of the morning. The drinks are cheap and at your high spirits, make the night full of fun and energy.

9.     Get Set Hire

If you wish to explore Goa by your own, then get started by hiring a bike, scooter or a bicycle and vroom around every nook and corner of this electrifying beauty and architectural splendor. You can go sightseeing, shopping quite conveniently and your privacy is not intruded by anyone. Most of the times couples hire a bike or a scooty and drive all the way along the beaches. How romantic is that!!

10.    Accommodation

Beira Mar Alfran Resort, Carmo Lobo Resorts, Panjim Inn, Presa Di Goa are some of the best hotels which provides a lavish accommodation in a very reasonable rate. There are few more like Cavala Seaside Resort, Colonia De Braganza, Don Joao Resort Villa Bomfim and Anna -Bella Apartments with an exquisite stay for a memorable vacation. Get set to hit on Goa today and enjoy the journey.

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Mayurim

Mayurim Das; a traveler by heart, she specializes in writing travelogues and travel experience. Curious by nature, she likes to explore the vividness of life. A Photographer by interest helps her discover the various dimensions through the lenses. Loves to watch World Cinemas and Indian Classics. A big time Foodie!