Goa tourism info now on cellphone

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Goa tourism department has now set into motion a tech-savvy initiative which makes it possible for tourists to receive information about popular tourist spots in Goa directly on their mobile phones. When this happens, information on Goa’s tourist locales such as the majestic forts, Goan beaches, Goa’s heritage spots, Goan temples and Churches, waterfalls and rivers will be available at the press of a button on your mobile phone.Goa tourism on cell phone

Undertaken in association with the Infotech Corporation of Goa Ltd (ITGL) the mobile governance( m-governance) programme in the state has been launched as a part of the government-to-citizen initiative. Goa tourism is therefore closely working with ITGL on this project.All places of tourist importance are expected to be included in the project.

To get the required information all that the tourist has to do is send the code of the site to the designated number and he or she will receive the required information. The various locations and spots in Goa which are of prominent nature will be allotted a specific code number in a fixed format. therefore texting the code number in the format: MGoa_(place code) to 56070 will give tourists the information to that particular place. messages can also be given in the audio format.

To create the required awareness about the facility, various signboards , listing the code for each place will be placed a t vantage spots all across the state of Goa. The Goa tourism department is also expected to create more awareness on the project through the departments website and through publicity material including brochures and other travel literature on Goa.

It is believed that in tune with the times, this tech savvy project will be of great help to the millions of travelers who visit Goa every year and lot of efforts are on to ensure that this mobile application is truly successful in aiding tourists to Goa to get the information on attractions of Goa on an instant basis.

Majorda Beach resort Goa

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

The Majorda beach resort is one of the famous hotel names in south Goa which has carved a niche for itself in the hospitality secimagetor.The Majorda beach resort is located on the Majorda Beach front and is one of the foremost hotels to decorate the Goan coastline and therefore holds a nostalgic place in the hearts and minds of both Goans and visitors visiting the hotel from all over the world.

One of the most beautiful beaches of Goa, the Majorda beach is on the southern coastline of Goa and hosts this beautiful resort.The resort has a typical Portuguese flavour to its outlook as its ceilings are high and it has large chandeliers immersing its beautiful grandeur to onlookers. The reception area of the hotel leads to an indoor pool with great views of the green lawns which lead you to the outdoor swimming pool nestled among coconut trees with the restaurant and sun beds on the sidelines.

A five star deluxe hotel, Majorda Beach resort was set up to cater to the tourist inflow in Goa in the early eighties and therefore holds a place in the hearts and minds of Goans as one which opened vistas of tourism in Goa.

The Majorda Beach resort is located at a mere 15 minute drive from Goa’s Dabolim airport and a 10 Minute travel from the Margao railway station. It is around 30 kms away from the capital city of Panjim and about 6 kms from the commercial city of Margao.

Hospitality of the Majorda Beach resort has the traditional experienced outlook and it hosts 120 spacious & well maintained rooms including 10 cottages & suites. Majorda beach resort is spread over a lush area of over 22 acres which includes beautiful landscapes bordering the sands of the sea. Every room has the luxury of a private balcony which provides some stunning views of the sea and the gardens. The rooms at the Majorda beach resort have air conditioning which can be individually controlled, luxurious bathrooms, satellite television, movies beamed in-house, telephone with international dialling facilities, mini bar, tea and coffee maker, a hair dryer, safety locker, Internet wi-fi connectivity etc.

For the fun and the food, head to the “sea Shells” where you can enjoy Majorda's seasonal 'Grill' on the beach where you shall be served fresh sea food, tantalizing specialties and tangy steaks. In the company of lush greenery, at the outdoor pool, the warmth of the Garden Cafe serves Buffet Breakfasts and Moonlit Dinners .There is also the coffee shop in Cafe Del Mar to brew it up.

Among the various facilities available at the Majorda Beach resort are health and fitness centers separately for ladies and Gents. A Squash court, Tennis courts, Billiards facilities, massage therapy, Board games ,chess, beach volley ball, water sports facilities, therapeutic massage centers in ayurvedic pastes and natural oils etc.

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North Goa Hotels

The beach scape in North Goa is dotted with majestic lighting overlooking the expanse of the beach emanating form various hotels which play host to tourists from the world who come to Goa to indulge in the fun and frolic that the Goan holiday consistently offers. North Goa hotels are by far among the best hotels in India and are spread widely across the coastline.North Goa hotels

Prominent among the hotels in north Goa are The Taj group of hotels which has over five properties in north Goa alone. These include The Taj Fort Aguada Beach resort , Taj holiday village Goa resort at Sinquerim, the Taj Aguada hermitage, the Taj Vivanta and the Ginger Panjim. Apart from these you have the Goa Marriot resort at at Panjim and The Cidade de Goa at Dona Paula which make up for the top class s star hotels in north Goa.

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For the rest of the hotels in north Goa there is a wide choice to choose from among the following Anjuna beach resort at Anjuna, The Abalone resort at Arpora, Alor Grand Holiday resort at Candolim, Avantika resort at Calangute, Beira Mar resort at Calangute, Cavala Rsort at Baga, Colonia Santa Maria at baga, Dona Alcina resort at Candolim, Goan heritage hotel at Calangute, Highland beach resort at Calangute, Kamat holiday homes Calangute, LA calypso Paradiso Getaway resort, Marinha Dourada at Arpora, Neelams the Grand at Calangute, Nizmar resort Calangute. Ondas do Mar Calangute, Osborne Holiday resort Calangute, Resort Aldeia De Goa Arpora, Santiago resort Calangute, Victor Exotica Beach resort Candolim, and the Whispering Palms Candolim.

Hotel Booking In Goa

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Planning for a holiday to Goa? What about hotel booking? There are plenty of such questions that are bound to throw up once you make that decision to have your most desired trip to Goa.

Some of them are, “What kind of hotel to book in Goa?” Where do you stay in Goa. North Goa or South Goa? What kind of hotel do you prefer? Would you like a five star resort in Goa or are you comfortable with a 3 star hotel in Goa? Is it for a business trip to Goa or for a pleasure holiday to Goa ? How long is your holiday to Goa? How are you travelling to Goa? Is it by economy flights to Goa or is it by the premium class of travel?

Or would you like to enjoy the terrain and travel to Goa by train? Or how about a bus journey to Goa? Have you got any idea about how you are going to spend your holiday in Goa? Do you have Goa tours on mind? Or is a boat trip to a Goan island exciting you? How about kayaking in Goan waters? Or better deep scuba diving? You interested in indulging in Water sports in Goa? Snorkeling? How about a trip to some traditional Goan places? A spice farm visit? Would a visit to see ancient Goa excite you?

Have you seen the Goan architecture? Or the bright colours on Goan houses which show off the Portuguese flavour? Would you like to have a good look at some hundred odd churches of Goa which have some finest architecture and some great history? How about the countryside of Goa and tis beautiful temples and gurgling rivers? Aren’t your tastebuds bound to sweat with the sound of some great Goan cuisine? How about digging your teeth softly into the traditional Goan sannas? or helping yourself to some delectable Goan bebinca?

There is indeed more to Goa than what you thought of and if you would like to enjoy Goa to the fullest it is needed that you plan your holiday well. There are plenty of choices available on the internet to plan your holiday. However we offer a bargain choice of hotels to make your trip to Goa, worth the while.

Discount Accommodation in Goa

Friday, June 17, 2011

Discount accommodation in Goa is often pursued while planning a holiday to the state. Discount accommodation helps for two reasons. One is you can extend your holiday by saving costs on accommodation and secondly you can spend on other frills of the holiday such as Goa tours thereby making the most of your holiday to Goa and therefore adding value to your holiday.

Goa, a former Portuguese colony is invaded by millions of tourists each year due to its fame as the beach capital of India and its pristine beaches continue to be a big draw. The paradise Goa still commands a Portuguese influence and the architecture and traditions prevalent in Goa are a testimony to this.The houses of Goa are beautiful in their outlook and have a palatial disposition

Hotels abound in tourist Goa and there is a place for everyone. So you can choose from the tents, ethnic huts, beach cottages, one room tenements, serviced apartments. un-starred hotels, s 3 starred accommodation, 4 star hotels, 5 star luxury and even 7 star comforts

It is therefore important to know where your budget fits in, and therefore frequent travellers to Goa plan their holiday by sifting through various Goa packages, Goa tours, Goa vacation packages etc. A good place to book your Goa holiday at discount prices would be the “Goa lifestyles” people who specialize in providing good accommodation at affordable prices.

Discount accommodation to Goa is not a difficult proposition if one makes a good plan and decides what the preferences are and what one desires out of their holiday to Goa. Goa shall continue to attract tourists form all over the world due to its unmatched legacy of being the westernized state with a great culture.

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Indien Goa

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

For Goans and Indians , India would be spelt with an “a” at the end. But for many other countries like Denmark, Sweden or Germany, India is pronounced as Indien. So while addressing Goa as a part of India, it is often quoted as “Indien Goa” in these countries.

While referring to “Indien Goa” it is often termed as the “pearl of the east” and is envied for its sandy beaches and lush palm groves. In Indien goa you mainly sunbathe, swim and party as most of the websites of these countries would like to put it in their own respective languages. Goa is listed as a small green westernized territory on the west of the Indien coast.Indien Goa

Many among these countries believe that Goa has the best beaches but lament that some of them are getting too crowded and the pristine nature of Indien Goa is what actually endears them to this holiday destination. However they prefer the serenity of the beaches of south Goa.

Goa is considered in most of the western countries to be one of the youngest members of Independent India and known to be Portuguese controlled until 1961. Goa being a Portuguese colony for over 400 years has marked in its lifestyle in several ways and Indien Goa still carries much of the Portuguese flavour in its cuisine, cultural bonds etc.Between 40 and 50% of the inhabitants of Indien goa are known to be Christians, especially the ones bordering the coastal areas of Goa.

Charter tourists are credited for bringing many of the western tourists to Goa as it offers them value for money and they can take back happy memories of Indien Goa back to their land.For hotels in Indien Goa click here.

Taj Goa

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

The Taj group of hotels made Goa their home in the early sixties and have stamped their authority in this tourism abounding place with five distinct properties catering to the tourism potential of Goa. Taj Goa is therefore a brand name associated with the tourism of Goa since Goa opened its gates for world tourists.

Among these the Taj Fort Aguada Beach resort in North Goa stands as one of the oldest properties. The resort is built on the ethnicity of the ramparts of a 16th century Portuguese fortress and is a wholesome 73 acre complex on the face of the Arabian sea. The Fort Aguada beach resort offers a range of spacious villas , beautiful cottages.

The Taj holiday village Goa resort at Sinquerim has been standing tall or over 25 years and has honed its expertise at serving hospitality at its very best in Goa. Built in 1981, the hotel has been revamped to sport an entirely new look and has terracotta topped cottages. It is viewed as a befitting combination of modern taste embedded into Goan - Portuguese architecture. The resort is indeed a familiar picture of the postcard of hamlets dotting the beach. It has fine dining restaurants, a tantalizing new island bar and a wide range of indoor and outdoor recreational activities to top a memorable holiday.

taj goa hermitageThe Taj Aguada hermitage was specially developed to cater to the commonwealth heads of government in the eighties and beautifully perches itself on a hill above the fort Aguada hotel. The guests at the hotel Aguada hermitage often enjoy their breakfast in the luxury of their private balconies and even have private picnics on the comfort of their luscious lawns.This 4 star resort is equipped with over nine restaurants where you can indulge in satisfying a range of appetites. Being at a heightened location the view offered by this resort is unmatched and is often considered as a must stay for regulars to Goa.

The Taj exotica resort is the only Taj goa resort located in the south of Goa at Benaulim beach and is the largest property of the Taj group of hotels in Goa. Like a bright star amidst lush greenery the Taj exotica beach resort laps up the Arabian sea in its widest embrace at Benaulim beach. comfortably placed among the most serene beaches of goa at Benaulim, the Taj exotica takes you back in time with majestic fountains, lavish corridors and beautiful interiors.

Built on the luxury of over 56 acres of lush green space, the Taj Exotica Beach Resort Goa is a showpiece of relaxation with tropically inspired touches of design, stunning architecture, a sun frosted atrium, shaded wide corridors, and flower lined patios which all contribute to a memorable stay.

The Vivanta by Taj is Taj Goa’s recent addition to its fleet of hotels in Goa and is the business hotel of the Taj group nestling in the busy city of Panjim. The hotel has been built keeping in mind the business and the industrial presence in Goa and caters to business clientele seeking space at close distance in the city. The hotel is located at about 30 kms from Dabolim airport, around 4 kms from the Kadamba transport corporation bus stand and about 13 kms from the nearest railway station at karmali ( or carambolim)

The Vivanta by Taj at Panaji, Goa offers over 170 rooms and suites with views of the busy city of Panaji City and the nostalgic river Mandovi. All rooms are accessible with broadband wireless with surround sound home theatre, beautifully adorned walls, modern furniture, iron and stand, large size LCD televisions and Multi Media panels. Dining at Taj vivanta is an altogether great experience with restaurants alike Latitude, Tamari, Tease and Caramel taking care of your taste buds.When it comes to business, head for Tango, Agenda or the Oval.

Another new place on offer by the Taj Goa is the Ginger hotel at Panjim.Ginger Panjim is conveniently located near the Kadamba Panjim bus stand and gives easy access to the city's centre.Ginger Goa

Ginger Panjim is built to provide modern features of Smart Basics such as Smart space, Safe zone, a well equipped gym, meeting rooms, check-in kiosks and is designed to make a stay comfortable and convenient. The hotel Ginger Panjim has 141 rooms and is fully equipped with a conference room housing a capacity to seat over 40 delegates.

To book the hotels at the Taj, click here and select Vivanta by the Taj

Hotel Cidade De Goa

Cidade de Goa derives its name from the Portuguese language, in which it means “ City of Goa”. Hotel Cidade de Goa is one of the foremost hotels dotting Goa’s coastline and has inherited a rich legacy of hospitality over the years since it has been closely connected to Goa’s capital city of Panjim and has carried the burden of being the major 5 star resort in North Goa catering to tourists from all over the world.

Endowed with a wide expanse of the Vainguinim beach view, Cidade de Goa hotel has offered its guests and patrons, some of the finest moments to remember for a lifetime. Its breathtaking scenic views has immersed in many a memory as being the view of Goa’s beauty.

Cidade de Goa has mastered the art of fine hospitality and its service can be expected to be of the highest quality and it offers a conducive atmosphere for a complete holiday especially for honeymoon couples to Goa and rejuvenates its guests with its serenely lush surroundings.

Cidade De Goa abounds in rich greens and is itself sitting on a green bed of over 40 acres of lush grass on the beachfront of Vainguinim beach near cidade-de-goa-hotelDona Paula. The resort has been articulately designed mostly on Portuguese based architecture which gives it that much desirable Goan touch and therefore still remains in the hearts and minds of travelers visiting Goa every year.

Its hospitable services spanning all classes, Cidade de Goa is equipped with standard rooms,superior rooms, classic rooms,deluxe rooms, Junior suites and master suites, thus reaching out to varying pockets and different comforts.

Dining at Cidade de Goa is also a lip smacking experience and tempting your tastebuds are restaurants like the super specialty “Alfama” a fine dining restaurant designed on the basis of the bohemian town square of Lisbon serving Goan as well as continental cuisine. Come dinner and you should head for “Barbecue” which is open only in the evenings in the company of the beachfront allowing you to indulge in seafood, meats and vegetables . “Café Azul” is a place of envy with a great view of the Arabian sea to pamper your palate, here you can bite into some specialty sandwiches, wood fired pizzas and a choice of Goan and Indian cuisine.”Laranja” offers buffets with the international touch and choicest wines.A tantalising “beachside café” is up for snacks by the beach .

The bars lined up at the Cidade de Goa include ”Taverna” and “ “Bar Latino”. The spa at the Cidade de Goa is called “pavitra” and is an ayurvedic delight located in the area of Club Saude. Club Saude also incudes a gymnasium and a jacuzzi facility.

Besides these, there is also a 24 hour casino called “goldfinger” and a fully equipped business center to cater to business needs. Cidade de goa also houses a library, a shopping arcade, indoor sports such as badminton, table tennis, carrom etc and outdoor sports such as volleyball, floodlit tennis courts, giant Chess layout, Jogging Pathways and water sports facilities.Cidade de Goa therefore classifies among the Good hotels in Goa.

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Ronil Beach Resort Goa

Monday, June 13, 2011

The Ronil beach resort is located in Goa’s most bustling tourist spot of Calangute which is also the most famous beach spot in India. Ronil beach resort is one of the most popular hotels in the circles of the hospitality industry in Goa and offers its guests good value and quality time for their holiday to Goa to be a pleasant affair.

Located on the main Calangute Road, Ronil is about 40 odd kilometers away from the Dabolim airport and is around 15 kms away from Goa’s capital city of Panjim. The hotel is about 10 kms away from the nearest railway station at Tivim.Ronil Beach resort Goa

Ronil beach resort comprises of 80 well furnished rooms and 4 suites with good accommodation facilities.Good furniture in the rooms compliment its interiors and include amenities such as Air conditioned rooms, hot and cold shower, tea and coffee maker, mini bar, television, electronic safes, hair dryer in room, writing table, balcony area, voice mail service sitting area in room etc.The staff at the Ronil resort is known to be hospitable and make you feel at home. Guests can also even avail the facility of breakfast and dinners served in their room on request.

Other notable amenities at the Ronil Beach resort in Goa include services such as a nice dining layout at the seafood resort and the coffee center of this 3 Star Hotel in Goa. Ronil Beach resort also houses conference facilities and hosts various recreational and entertainment facilities which include a trip to the fresh water swimming pool, sun deck, a pampering beauty salon and a souvenir shop. Browse to obtain more information on Hotels in Goa.

To enjoy your holiday at the Ronil Beach resort click here and book your holiday dates in advance

Cheap Holidays Goa

The thought of a holiday to Goa is often accompanied with the cost of the trip to Goa much of the holiday planning is directed towards ensuring that the holiday to Goa is as cheap as possible without compromising on the quality of the holiday. The quest for cheap holidays to Goa is therefore a conscious decision taken by many travellers to this beautiful state abounding in natural beauty.

Cheap holidays to Goa may be part of charter holidays where most of the Europe based travelers take advantage of some tempting packages which provide the much needed impetus to make a decision on the holiday to Goa. The monsoon season in Goa is also an otherwise open opportunity to take advantage of the numerous packages offered by various hotels in Goa to avail of many benefits which may not have been part of the seasonal campaigns of these hotels in Goa.Cheap holidays Goa

The cost of the holiday is more often than not the cost of the accommodation in Goa which eventually turns out to be the major gobbler of currency. A good hotel in Goa is therefore the key to make that holiday special . However choosing the right hotel at the right price for the right duration can often be a hassle for the fast paced tourist who has no time to chalk out elaborate holiday plans and would like to have all details at a quick glance to make a decision.

To enable this, there are services available in Goa to ensure that the holiday to Goa is well planned. Goa tours and beach trips as also trips to various other exotic locations in Goa can be well planned and the holiday to Goa can indeed be an enjoyable affair. Among the many holiday planners in Goa, ‘Goa Living Styles’ offers a bargain offers and can be contacted by clicking here.

Here’s to an enjoyable cheap holiday to Goa!

Goa Tourism Hotels

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Goa Tourism hotels are hotels run by the Goa tourism development corporation in Goa (GTDC) who undertake advance reservations of its hotels and also offer other allied services such as booking of Goa tours, cruises, transport etc. All the bookings are done through its central reservation office which is ideally located at its hotel in the capital city of Goa at Panaji, known as the Panaji Residency.Panaji Residency

Upon receiving a request for booking of a hotel the central reservation office will subsequently book the accommodation or the service depending on availability and intimate the full amount to be paid for the booking.The applicant has to deposit the said amount in the designated bank of the GTDC either in cash or by demand draft payable to “ Goa tourism development corporation” .

Upon depositing the full amount the applicant has to mention the name, address, name of residency , the type of room and period of booking and fax the pay-in-slip to Goa tourism corporation limited central reservation office. Booking will be deemed to be confirmed only upon receiving a receipt issued by the Goa Tourism Development corporation limited.

Booking will be considered as confirmed only after a Receipt is issued by Goa Tourism Development Corporation Limited on obtaining your faxed pay-in slip with details.

The various Goa tourism hotels are spread all over Goa and are majorly in the cities of Goa. For Panaji city it is the Panaji Residency . Margao hosts the Margao Residency hotel of GTDC, Mapusa Residency is located in Mapusa and Vasco Residency is the Vasco address of the Goa tourism hotels.

For the beach side flavour, the Calangute residency is located in the beach area of Calangute in North Goa whereas the Colva Residency is located in the south on the Colva beach. For added comfort is the Calangute Annexe. The Miramar Residency is the address of Goa tourism hotels on Miramar Beach.

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Goa Honeymoon Packages

If you are getting into planning of a honeymoon anywhere in India, it is often believed that Goa manages to find the top slot as the most preferred honeymoon destination in the country. Most of the reason for that choice centres around the fact that Goa is a complete destination with holiday-perfect conditions added to the serenity of the place which makes it an ideal getaway for honeymooners.Goa honeymoon couples

No doubt therefore that Goa enjoys its place as the most demanding honeymoon destination in the country and is bountifully blessed with beautiful beaches, verdant greens, forested areas, rich flora and fauna, Portuguese Churches, ancient temples, gurgling rivers, lush green rice fields added with the cultural touch provided by unique Goan festivals such as the Goan carnival, Goan Shigmo , The Sao Joao festival and many other such events which has pitchforked Goa as a wholesome entertainer.

Honeymooners simply love Goa as there is ample scope to abound in tranquility and peace, a facility which is rare in many of India’s bustling tourist spots. Add to that fact that several romantic spots inside the state which makes fro some blissful moments of togetherness.

Goa’s delectable cuisine is another reason for honeymooners in Goa to extend their joy beyond the beauty of the state. Delicacies such as Bebinca have made Goa famous all over the worlds and a piece of Bebinca exchanged between the lips on a romantic evening can send down a lifetime of sweetness into the lives of newly weds in Goa.

So if honeymoon is on your mind look no further than Goa as it offers the most conducive romantic conditions for the blossoming of marital bliss. Goa honeymoon packages are therefore designed with the honeymooner to Goa in mind and all that he and she would want to discover in this bountiful land of Goa.

To book your hotel for your lovely honeymoon, click here for a wide choice of hotels in Goa

Goa Hotel Deals

Monday, June 6, 2011


Hotel deals in Goa run for most part of the year. However there are hardly any deals on offer for the busy season from November to the end of January every year as that time is considered as the peak season for tourism in Goa since the events of Christmas and New Year are beautifully sandwiched into this power packed season of Goa where flights to Goa are a busy schedule.

Also from November to January, the tourism inflow into Goa is at its heights due to the fact that the climate in Goa is pretty cool and pleasant for western tourists who would otherwise feel out of place during the summer season in Goa which typically begins from around middle of march and runs till beginning of June.

Goa Hotel deals therefore are more prominent in the off season which can be anywhere from February end till September end during which hotels in Goa lure holidayers with tempting offers on hotel rooms and spice it up with Goa tours, airport transfers and various other in-house facilities thrown in the ring.

Many hotels have tried to exploit the fascination that tourists coming to Goa have for the state which is not only for the Goan sun , sand and the sea but also for Goa's rich natural forested landscape. The Monsoon season in Goa offers that extra green part of Goa accompanied with the smell of the wet earth which many tourists love to engulf themselves in.

Among the sops on offer by various hotels in Goa, are free time in the spas, which can serve top be an excellent health and rejuvenation package for a Goa tourist. Some hotels offer a little more such as an open entry for guests to have all their meals in any of the restaurants of the hotel. In this win-win Goa hotel deals, the tourist enjoys the comforts at a bargain price while the hotels in Goa get to operate in the off season although with lesser profit margins. However the response to the deals is overwhelming for the Goa hotels in recent times and many of the hotels in Goa have had to run almost at full occupancy in the monsoon season which is considered a blessing.

Monsoon packages in Goa have therefore been helpful in keeping the hotel from being shut down for the off season as well has opened the gates for tourists to enjoy five star hotel facilities in Goa which middle class Indians have grabbed with both hands.

So get your Goa hotel deals at bargain prices by clicking here and book at your earliest and go get yourself that elusive Goa Holiday.

Goa Monsoon Packages

Saturday, June 4, 2011

Goa is on the brink of a well deserved monsoon season. With the heat of the relentless and sweaty summer showing signs of withdrawal, the state of Goa looks forward to the much craved for break from the unpleasant weather to welcome the more alluring rains for which Goa is tantalisingly ready.

The first thought of the rains in Goa brings a nostalgic smell of the Goan earth which in its pure monsoon drench, lets out fumes of its bond with the rains which bring out the life out of the Goan vegetation. Umbrellas, raincoats, rain shoes and sandals make their way out and everyone in Goa is in for some rainy weather to remember.

It is also the season when holidays to Goa take another turn. In times of yesteryears, the monsoon in Goa often signalled the end of the tourist season and hotels in Goa and other such establishments often folded their mats, thereby succumbing to the demands of the season. However, with new and innovative marketing brains working overtime, people in the hotel business have quickly realised that Goa can indeed be a haven for holidaying in the monsoon season.

It has quickly dawned on hoteliers from Goa that domestic tourists from the country love rains and they do not actually mind travelling during that period. Some hotels in Goa now claim that they indeed have a occupancy of over 80% in the monsoon season.

Also the rates being cheaper during the monsoon season in Goa has served to attract a lot of people to this beach capital of India. However most of the travelers coming to Goa in the rains are not much of the beach lovers. They would rather enjoy and abound in the greenery that Goa has to offer during this season. Monsoon packages in Goa are therefore in abundance in most of the hotels who have ventured to cash in on the tourist flow during this season in a more organised manner.

So get going to Goa during the monsoon this year and enjoy the green hilly slopes gushing their waters onto lush green fields and meadows with green frills, froglets prancing around , fresh rivers and ponds hosting little fish negotiating through stony traffic and the thud of the rain ploughing the Goan earth like spikes of water oozing out the life of the dust. A scene seldom witnessed anywhere else nearby. It is just too much of lovely Goa, unaffordable to ignore.

So why wait? Get your Goa monsoon package by clicking here and get going to Goa now!