Furry blankets, cloudy mornings, a cosy foggy vibe, and some hot chocolate. This is what everyone’s favourite time of the year looks like. And, when you add a loaded bucket of festive vibes into the season, there’s nothing like it. It ain’t no secret that Goa emerges as this full-of-life hub throughout winter. Although Goa isn’t the only existing paradise, it is undeniably the most happening celebratory state in India when it comes to rejoicing Christmas in style!
Wonderful things to do in Goa this winter
Are you all set to end this year on a great note? If yes, then plan a vacation to the very happening Goa. And, to make sure that you have the best of Goan experience, here we have listed some of the wonderful things that you should definitely try in Goa this winter.
Where to eat in Panjim, Goa
From offbeat, lowkey places to the kind of place where if you go out for a drink by yourself, you’re sure to bump into an old friend and end up striking up a long conversation. Goan to Portuguese cuisine and then some..
Goa: All you need to know about this picturesque locale
Goa paints the most stunning picture, with scenic landscapes, lush greenery and the most delicious cuisine. Touted as the party capital of India, the state is often bustling with tourists – both international and Indian. Here’s your Goa travel guide to visiting the state.
Holidayers pack their bags to Goa for August’s long weekends
With Independence Day and Raksha Bandhan around the corner, August has three long weekends. Indian travelers, after staying home for almost two years, want to make the most of it by planning short getaways in advance.
Goa in the monsoon: cliff jump into a natural pool
A monsoon canvas of cliff jumping, trails, and treks, with Gaud Saraswat cuisine to promote a Goa that revels in its culture to create a vista that brings you the best of tradition, folklore in the most exquisite lap of mother nature.
The GSB meal experience in Goa
Goa’s dining scene may sober down at this time of the year, but it’s a great time to dive into the local Gaud Saraswat cuisine. The dining experience here is often curated at the Ricemill Café in Morjim, or at homes and villas, so as to serve meals fresh and warm to preserve the flavours.
A common app is required for all taxis in the state: Goa tourism minister
All taxis in Goa must come on a single app so that tourists get a better experience, state Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte said. He said the sector needs to adopt new technology so that operations can be streamlined
Goa starts ‘Monsoon Trekking’ to boost tourism
The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC)recently launched the Monsoon Trekking programme to boost tourism in hinterland areas. Tourist guides will be trained by the GTDC and the Forest Department, and that only certified guides will be permitted to accompany tourists.
Goa comes alive with the colours of Sao Joao!
Sao Joao is celebrated with great pomp across the state. The festivity takes on a colour of its own with Goans wearing headgears called ‘kopel’, adorned with fresh flowers and sometimes even fruit and chanting out ‘Viva Re Sao Joao’.