Holidaying in Goa sounds amazing and thrilling at the same time as with the serene beaches the state has a plethora of top things to do that is sure to melt the heart of the travelers. Having a tranquil atmosphere with the essence of western culture in the traditional land of India, this unparalleled state has become one of the most popular and preferred tourism destination for travelers of all genre. Right from the palm-fringed beaches to the spice garden, from seafood to nightlife, all complement each other that boosts the exceptionality of the small yet vibrant state of India.
On visiting Goa with family or friends, tourists can unwind themselves on the white sand beaches with some of the popular beaches of Goa including Anjuna Beach, Aguada Beach, Candolim Beach, Sinquerim Beach, Palolem Beach, Agonda Beach, Colva Beach. While those travelers with the love for beach parties can choose to head to Baga and Calangute Beach. Some of the beaches in Goa are less crowded which makes them a perfect place for the ones seeking privacy and tranquility, letting them make the most of their sightseeing tour in Goa. One such is the Mandrem Beach which is calm and soothing letting the travelers make special moments of a honeymoon or a relaxing holiday utterly memorable.
He best time to visit Goa is in Winter between November to February when the weather is perfect, not very cold, not very hot. It’s also the tourist season as almost all the beach shacks are open during these months. Monsoons from June to September are another great time to visit Goa if you love the beach during rains. However certain water sports and activities are restricted. Summer is not a good time to visit Goa.
Goa international airport is located at Dabolim – 30 km away from Panjim. Multiple domestic airlines provide daily flights from major cities such as Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad.
Several luxury and budget buses run from major cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, New Delhi to Goa. State-run bus service, Kadamba Transport is also a good option. Other state bus services – Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh – also have daily buses going to Goa. Various private players also run buses connecting many cities to Goa. For comfortable rides, super deluxe AC and Volvo buses would be the better options.
Goa has six railway stations. Most people usually get down at Madgaon or Vasco-da-Gama in South Goa and Thivim in North Goa. The train ride to Goa is worth the journey just for the view. The picturesque scenery of the Konkan region makes for an amazing sight. Train is also the cheapest option apart from being fast and comfortable.
