A brief guide to Goa.

Goa is the priority for Indian youth who seek to escape from adulting for a few days. The green and hilly state on the Malabar coast provides its guest with enough options to have eventful days and entertaining nights.

However, there are a few impediments that can disrupt the vacation, which I am going to share with this article. Further, there are some general information that the tourists should be aware of, for an obstacle-free relaxing time on the beach.

1. Goa is bigger than you think.

Goa has over 35 beaches for tourists. Each one of them has its essence. Baga and Calangute are party beaches busy with adventure sports enthusiasts during day time and party animals at night.

Some beaches like Morjim are filled with foreigners and are less crowded.

Palolem and Miramar are unique in their own right. Apart from the beaches, there are Churches, Caves, Museums, forts, etc. If you plan to cover the maximum parts of Goa, then have at least a week on hand. Otherwise, there would be just chaos and no relaxation.

2. Beware of damaged Scooty.

Scooties are the preferred choice of wheels for travelers for being cheap, comfortable, and exciting at the same time. Also, for a scenic place like Goa, it is indeed the perfect vehicle.

But, in Goa, most of the Scooties that are provided are either damaged or without paperwork.

You can be stopped by the police anytime and would have to bribe them to avoid problems. There is a well-developed nexus of Police-Travel agencies working together to rip you off. So beware!

Rent vehicles only from a trusted agency after thorough checks and with proper paper work. Even if it costs you more.

Note : Do not go to central Goa riding without helmet or without proper paper work.

3. Travelling in Goa is unusually tiring.

Goa is a hilly area and so the roads are of differing elevations with sharp bends and steep slopes.

Travelling ten kilometers in Goa is like travelling fifty kilometers in Delhi.

So do not make an itinerary that requires you to travel extensively in a single day. Stay in hotels that are closer to the places you want to cover for two days and then check in to another hotel in another area.

4. Don’t buy drinks in restaurants or bar.

Goa trip is expensive. Hotels are expensive, and so are food and travelling. The only area that can be a money saver is drinking. Liquor is cheap in goa, and it is available almost everywhere. Do not waste money by buying beer on the beach or in a bar.

Go out and look for a wine shop. You’ll probably find it in two minutes and save at least 60% of your money.

Caution: Do not drink and drive.

5. Adventure sports aren’t that adventurous.

Adventure sports in Goa are a big attraction, but one can easily get scammed. The sports include parasailing, jet skiing, speed boating, etc.

The agency would offer 3 or 4 sports, giving excuses that the other sports are not allowed, tides are high, etc.

But do not fall into their trap. Make sure to negotiate and take the package that includes the maximum number of sports. Also, negotiate the price vehemently, as each sport would only last thirty seconds.

Keep these things in mind. Your trip to Goa shall sail smoothly.

Enjoy the culture, landscape, party, and beaches.

Have fun!