Goa tourism info now on cellphone

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.

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

The Majorda beach resort is one of the famous hotel names in south Goa which has carved a niche for itself in the hospitality sector.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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

The 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 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.

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