Goa Holidays

After being ruled by the Portuguese for over 400 years, Goa is a varied mixture of East and West. Known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’, it’s easy to see why Goa’s white sands and laid-back atmosphere have been wowing people for years. Families, couples, or party people; all are welcome and wowed in Goa.

Beaches
With 105km of coastline, Goa has more beaches to choose from than you can shake a stick at. Whether you want to go turtle spotting, party with the locals, or just kick back and relax there’s a beach, or two, with your name on it along the Arabian Sea.

Culture
Goa has developed a rich, vibrant, and unique culture where ‘Susegad’, meaning to relax and enjoy life in the slow lane, is not just a saying; it’s a way of life.

Food & Drink
Goan cuisine is a delicious fusion of Indian and Portuguese flavours; spend your days tucking into chorizo, curries, and sweet Bebinca cakes. Goan food is best enjoyed with the local brew, Kingfisher Beer, or a sweet glass of kokum juice if you’d prefer something non-alcoholic.

Nightlife
Nightlife in Goa is as fun and diverse as its people. In the vibrant Northern resorts of Calangute and Baga, beach shacks and nightclubs are easy to find; just follow the music. To the south, laid-back bars and dining perfectly round your evenings off.

Important Information
Flight Time: 10-11 hours
Time Difference: +5.5hr
Currency: Indian Rupee
Official Language: Hindi

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Goa Norte, Goa, India

Goa Weather

Talking of time, the annual monsoon season lasts from June through late September, and this is when Goa receives just about all of its annual rainfall, so a constant temperature of 25 to 29°C, no less) mixes with humidity and sultry breezes. Best to pack your sandals and light clothes, as the temperature is high from September until December. The cool season lasts from December until February. Well, that's if you call night-time temperatures of 20°C cool! The temperature then reaches its zenith of around 35°C in May, just before the rains break. Apart from that, the odd rainy day is just that - odd - so a light cagoule might be in order.

Jan 32ºC

Feb 32ºC

Mar 32ºC

Apr 33ºC

May 33ºC

Jun 30ºC

Jul 29ºC

Aug 28ºC

Sep 29ºC

Oct 32ºC

Nov 33ºC

Dec 32ºC

Things To Do on Goa Holidays

Market Madness
It just wouldn’t be a trip to India without experiencing one of their famous marketplaces, would it? Breathe in the spice-filled air and get ready to get your haggle on.

Beachside Relaxation
Part of Goa’s unique character, pampering is only a beach away. Flag down a masseuse or clear your mind with some oceanfront yoga on India’s best beaches.

Goa Carnival
Since the 18th century, three days before lent, the streets of Goa fill with parades and music as locals come together to dance, sing, and celebrate the Christian holy time and the changing of the seasons.

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So there you go: describing Goa as an Indian tourist resort is to short-change it, for Goa cannot be said to be fully Indian or western, but a completely unique blend of the two. But don't take our word for it. Why not come see for yourself? Fortunately our live online booking system makes it unbelievably simple to create your own customised holiday in Goa, allowing your to combine flights and accommodation with ease. Don't delay, there are amazing deals available today!