Guide to Help You Enjoy you Holiday in Goa

Goa is part of a region in the west of India. It is a former Portuguese colony and remained apart from India for 451 years meaning that the culture has a strong European feel mixed with native Indian roots. All inclusive Goa holidays are also unique as the population of 1.4 million are of mixed religions from Hindu, Catholic and a smaller percentage being Muslim. Despite these differences in religion the region is mostly peaceful and visitors often like to travel on pilgrimages here for Catholic and Hindu shrines.

Goa holidays have some beautiful beaches to offer. Anjuna beach is a past hippy retreat where you will find the 1920’s Abuquerque Mansion. Of the beaten track it is a cool, calm and collected destination with a flea market each Wednesday. It is evident why this sunny resort is a favourite with visitors trying to “find themselves.” Arambol beach is another favourite in Goa as it is a shallow water stretch perfect for swimming in and relaxing on. It is a peaceful little haven in northern Goa but may be too peaceful for some as amenities here are sparse.

All inclusive packages in Goa are key opportunities to pick up something different in the local shops. There are some excellent craftsmen who specialise in bespoke furniture and jewellery which would be highly priced at home. Some of the best places to shop are in the north of Goa where there are various night markets to explore. Pick up a bargain with cheap all inclusive holidays Goa in Margao, Mapusa and the capital of Panjim where you can haggle to own some unique finds.