Desi ya Firangi for Goa?

Goa, the domestic tourist or the foreign counterpart? The reality is very much different from what you think it is. One of the most discussed topics is what kind of crowd does the industry attract. In the early 2000’s tourism sector in Goa soared to new heights, bringing in more tourist to Goa than was […]

400 – Year – old causeway in Goa!

Almost 4 Centuries old, construction began in the year 1633 and was completed by 1634. Although very civil in its nature the structure had many military under tones. Named after Miguel de Noronha, the 44th Governor of Portuguese India and 23rd Viceroy of India (1629 to 1635), this structure served as an essential life line […]

How Portugal lost its Golden goose?

Goa before the arrival of the Portuguese was an important trading centre for Vijayanagara Empire and Bahamani Sultanate. The territory was later transferred to the successor state of Bijapur Sultanate. After the Portuguese took over Goa in the 16th century inflow of wealth and prosperity continued. But, things took an ugly turn and Prosperous Portuguese […]

DUDHSAGAR

Trek difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate Best time to trek : July to Dec (during Monsoon) Permission: Not needed Distance between Dudhsagar railway station & waterfall: 1 Km

The Village of Pilerne, a world apart

The Village of Pilerne is situated in the Bardez taluka and is about 12 kms from the Capital City of Panjim. It is a pleasant village of North Goa where one can see a lot of greenery as it has plenty of paddy fields, palm groves, lakes and salt pans. The Pilerne Wetlands and Pilerne Lake are […]

BOGMALO BEACH

The relaxing yet exciting, Bogmalo beach continues to be an ideal place for tourists in Goa. Once a tiny fishing shore, has now turned into a have for leisure seeking tourists. One can get himself captured in the enticing waters ahead of the sandy shore or can just laze around on the shacks. Goa Bogmalo […]

BELEZA BY THE BEACH – The Boutique Resort

Beleza by the Beach is a boutique resort situated on the clean and spotless beaches of Colva in South Goa. The resort is just 25 minutes from the Dabolim Airport, 10 minutes drive from the Madgaon Train Station, and just a walking distance away from the Colva seafront, water sports facilities can also be availed, […]

Dona Paula – fact or fiction?

Dona Paula

Some say she was an adulterous woman, some say a lonely widow. How many actually know the real story behind Dona Paula? There is one quality that is repeated in all those versions; Dona was a charitable lady with a kind heart. It is because of this quality the villagers decided to honour her by […]

COCONUT GROVE

As you pass through the green rice fields, and sleepy villages down the narrow road surrounded by swaying palm trees you would reach the Coconut Grove, a 4-star Hotel in Goa which is located a few metres away from the Betalbatim Beach in South Goa. It is considered as one of the most beautiful destination […]

BANANA BOAT RIDES

Tourists may appreciate an extensive variety of water sports this place offers. In regards to picking amongst the listing of Water Sports in Goa, you’ll really be spoilt for choices. Yet, nothing would fit the pleasure of Banana Boat Rides in Goa. Goa Banana Boat Rides are the most funny Water Sports in Goa, where […]