2006-10-17 11:27:27 · 17 answers · asked by PETE F 1 in Travel ➔ India ➔ Panaji
I LIVE IN GOA IN CAVELOSSIM ITS THE SOUTH OF GOA,THE LEELA PALACE GOA IS THE DREAM HEAVEN TO STAY IN.ALL THE RICH AND FAMOUS PEOPLE COME THERE TO STAY IT'S WHERE SIR PAUL McCARTNEY COME'S TO LIVE IN GOA,
THE FOOD IS GREAT IN GOA.THE BEACH AND BEACH PARTIES ARE SIMPLY GREAT SOME THING TO LOOK FORWARD TOO EVERY NITE.AND THE SHOPPING IS WHAT THE LADIES LOVE TO DO.DON'T FORGET TO ASK FOR HALF THE PRICE WHEN YOU TOLD A PRICE,AND THEN GET IT TO 3/4TH THE PRICE LOWER THEN WHATS TOLD.
GOOD LUCK THE PLACE'S TO SEE ARE LIKE AGONDA BEACH-TRY THE DUNHILL BAR THERE ITS GOT GREAT FOOD THERE-0091-832-2647328.
OR TRY THE PALM GROVE IN CAVELOSSIM GOA-0091-832-2871424.ASK FOR LAURENCE AND HE WILL SORT YOUR ROOM OUT FOR BEFORE YOU COME OVER THERE,THE FOOD IN HIS RESTAURENT IS REALY VERY GOOD.
COME OVER TO GOA AND YOU WOULD LOVE IT.MY HUBBY IS FROM ENGLAND SOME MUCH SO HE HAS MARRIED ME DON'T KNOW WHY IS IT GOA OR IS IT ME I KEEP ASKING MYSELF IT COULD'NT HAVE BEEN ME ITS GOT TO BE GOA.
2006-10-22 05:35:18 · answer #1 · answered by mariolla oneill 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Holiday Truths Goa
2016-12-18 06:59:11 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've been several times. Stayed in Anjuna,Baga,Cavelossim & Pernem. If youre arriving from Mumbai by train get off at Thivim station, jump in a taxi(cheap) & head for Calangute. Have a look round. If its too touristy for you, head south (or north around Arambol). No need to pre-book hotel, as theres plenty of them.
Renting a scooter is a good way to get about, although taxis are cheap if you're not staying long.
Places to go :- Bodla zoo, Mayem lake,Old Goa, Chapora fort,Aguada fort, Panaji (large town) & "evening music cruise", loads of old Hindu temples, Dudhsagar waterfalls, Siolim ferry (free) & all the beaches.
Like the chilled out locals/tourists/monkeys, weather, scenery, cost & just about everything else except for the giant forest spiders & snakes.
2006-10-21 03:32:13 · answer #3 · answered by oscar_uk_774 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Went for the 1st time in November 2003, been back twice since. Stayed in Candolim 3 times,twice at Silver sands, and once at the Prazeres. Rooms are basic, but at the end of the day you only sleep and shower there.
Loved the beaches and shacks, so go there if you like lazing on beaches. Was cheap too, compared to european destinations, but food was really good. 5 people eating and drinking in a restaurant for under £20 can't be argued with, and we over ordered on the food too. There are some good days out aswell, to the waterfalls, but go with a few people in a cab rather than a tour operator, you'll get a better deal. Hope this helps.
2006-10-18 09:29:55 · answer #4 · answered by neilhonda 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went to Goa about 10 years ago, and stayed in the Calangute region. It was great for us as it was cheap, and easy to explore Southern India. There are vaccinations that you will need, and also a tourist visa which costs over £30 but is worth it.
2006-10-18 07:50:17 · answer #5 · answered by debzc 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Pete,
I went to Goa in 2000, stayed in Pandolim in 3* hotel.
Hated it, ended up with a severe chest infection and Pueumonia, as it was very dusty and very crowded.
Wouldn't go back, but we are all different and you may love it.
Not a very big country, not a lot to see and do if you don't like beach holidays.
Hated everyone trying to sell me something all of the time.
Care needed with eating and drinking outside Hotel as hygiene standards are poor.
Ensure you have all your jabs esp Hepatitis before you go.
Sorry to say I can't think of anything I liked.
However loved India.
2006-10-17 22:22:13 · answer #6 · answered by jan annjhu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have been going to goa for the last 10 yrs (i am not old). i lived there at my 10* home. i have been to almost all the places in goa and i love everything like everything about it.
NOTE: just one bad thing that all the shops close down after like 6 or 7 o' clock which is pretty bad but otherwise its like paradise.
i recommend everyone to visit goa atleast once each year
2006-10-23 01:34:05 · answer #7 · answered by itz_me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
whereever you pick do NOT go to an AI hotel. You will miss out on so much. Day to day costs are very low. As to where to stay it depends on what you want. The resorts in the north are far busier than the south.
Be aware that hotel standards are not comparable with other Asian destinations. Many people who go to Goa though, keep returning!The link below gives you loads of info. Also click on the hotel review link as well!
2006-10-19 11:35:26 · answer #8 · answered by fiona s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been to Goa every year for the last fourteen years! Absolutely love the place, but prefer the South to the North as it's quiter. We usually stay at the Taj Exotica, and can whole heartedly recommend that hotel. Eating out is very good (and cheap) especially if you enjoy sea food.
2006-10-19 03:56:38 · answer #9 · answered by Safety First 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have! loved it! Went to Hotel Majorda- loved everything about it. Very clean- very exotic, had their own cut off beach part. It was brialliant. I went around December last year- loved it, loved it, loved it. I went all around goa- you can get a tour guide for a few days if you're taking your time to see and plan it accordilgy- great thing is- everything's dirt cheap. Being a tourist- you'll be more inclined to get ripped off- but haggle if you get stopped by the locals....
Overall- you'll love it- especially anywhere you go in the nights/evenings- i forget alot of the places names but alot of the somewhat trendier locals will let you in on a lot of places that are good. Go! Have a wicked holiday!
2006-10-17 11:33:56 · answer #10 · answered by antagonist 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋