South Goa’s coastline from Arossim to Galgibaga is just beautiful
For the smallest state in India with a coastline that’s approximately 102 kilometres long, Goa has some of the most beautiful beaches. While the north has some pretty great ones, it’s clear that South Goa’s beaches are the real gems with their more or less peaceful atmosphere and white, sandy surfaces. Of course, not all […]
Goa Lifeguard agency will resume setting up of safe swim-zones on beaches from Monday
With the monsoon season having come to an end and post-monsoon showers receding, Drishti Lifesaving, the state-appointed professional lifeguard agency will resume setting up of safe swim-zones on Goa’s beaches from the 9th of October 2017. At the start of the monsoon season, the lifeguard body had issued an advisory instructing visitors to the beach not […]
Small Vagator and Big Vagator
Everyone going on a holiday to Goa has probably heard of Vagator beach in North Goa. You’ve probably also heard of the area’s rave and trance parties and easily available drugs. However, contrary to popular belief, whether you’re a party animal or not, these two very scenic beaches are a must-see on any Goan holiday. […]
Goa gets 100 crores for beach beautification under ‘Swadesh Darshan’
Goa Tourism has received Rs 200 crore (Rs 100 crore in the first phase and Rs 100 crore in the second phase) from the Centre under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme for setting up tourism infrastructure in the state. The coastal areas that will get a facelift under the Coastal Circuit Development Plan – Phase 1 […]
Sun, Fun, Swim, Repeat
Fun is something that is we all want to have and from the time I was a little girl, I have always loved going to the beach. Any beach was fun as long as I could play in the sand and take it home with me in my clothes and hair. I guess at that point of time, […]
Secret Beaches in Goa
Are you tired of roaming the same old beaches of Goa that are always over crowded? ItsGoa brings you 4 insanely beautiful secret beaches in Goa that not everyone is aware of. All these beaches are isolated, quiet, peaceful and will definitely refresh you and leave you spellbound. Hollant Beach This beautiful place in Bogmalo […]
Mumbai plans to break free of Goa’s shackles
Inspired by the raging tourism industry and ever growing popularity of beach shacks in Goa, beaches in Mumbai will now have their very own version of Goa. The beaches of Mumbai could look like some of those in Goa, with shacks, showers and seafood. That’s what the Government of Maharashtra hopes to achieve at least, […]
Have tourists lost faith in Goa’s Justice System?
Goa has received a lot of negative publicity due to the spate of crimes against foreign tourists in the last decade. These crimes have definitely tarnished the image of Goa, for the foreseeable future. One question on a lot of people’s minds is – Is Goa still safe for lone foreign tourists travelling to the […]
Tourists’ fall prey to deep sea creatures in Calangute
In two separate incidents a German and an Indian national reportedly attacked by sea creatures of the deep at Goa’s infamous Calangute beach are doing the rounds on the internet. Unfortunately, these weren’t reported to the police. “On Tuesday (January 3) afternoon, an Indian tourist was bitten by a hichan. These sea snakes appear close […]
Butterfly Beach? A Beach in Goa
Ever heard of such a beach in Goa? Not only is it breathtakingly beautiful but also mysterious. It is known as “Butterfly Beach” because the shape of the valley in which it is ensconced is similar to a butterfly. Located between the Palolem and Agonda Beaches of South Goa, this beach is one of the […]
