GOA: THE PARADISE

Keep away from this things while in Goa Every place has their pros and cons; we can all agree to that! The state of Goa has certain limitations too which must be withheld by every person in the state including its citizens. If you don't follow these instructions, you could end up in a pretty grave mess and even be penalized or imprisoned for it. Hence, keep in mind these key-points and don't cross the line! I repeat, DO NOT CROSS THE LINE! Alcohol consumption on the beach is no longer an option! You heard me right - the government of Goa has recently passed a law to prohibit consumption of alcohol openly on the coastline. Failure to abide by the law can attract fines. This law has been put in place because of the garbage menace on the coastal belt due to the unethical behavior of the youth throwing bottles in the water bodies and littering the silver sands of Goa. However, you are allowed to drink in the shacks and restaurants on the coastline, provided you are sitting a

The secrets to having the best vacation in Goa Goa! Goa!! Goa!!! If you want to experience Goa at it's fullest, then you will have to think of yourself as a Goan - the local people - first. The reason being that every Goan or 'Goemkar' in Konkani takes pride of being born in the Paradise, blessed with pretty seas, lands and waterfalls. Their hearts bleed for each other. They are known for their kindness and generosity and their love for neighbors. Secondly, only a Goan known the best spots around the state to enjoy oneself. As a Goan myself, I will share with you our everyday life and our favorite getaway places and restaurants/ shacks / foodcarts. Here's how to have the best holiday in Goa Rent a 2-wheeler ride to enjoy the 'cool wind in my hair' moments: For those who have already been to Goa, you very well know that hooking up for an economical scooter first is much more essential than finding a hooker. That should be your topmost priority. You c

What comes to your mind when you hear about cupcakes? Most of us imagine it's just a small muffin with whipped cream on top. Well, if  thats how it is , i must say it is so much more than that.  To me that one bite of cupcake is the royal feeling of being in heaven,the exotic flavours of the muffin with the icing , it gives me a great pleasure ,and the cupcake is working a magic in me cause when i have one it rides to a world of fantasies and ofcourse there is a change brought in mind , with  peace and joy around and may be thats the reason why cupcakes are also calld as fairy cakes in some countries. Goans are very fond of cupcakes as one can see cupcakes as part of deserts at every occasion like christmas,birthdays, etc. I am a great fan of cupcakes and i can surely  say there are many others around the world who are fans of cupcakes too and i have some facts about cupcakes to share as i feel fans of cupcakes should increase as its worth it :Cupcakes actually very

Today, I am going to get a very fundamental topic off my chest. The reason it is so important is that it needs to be saved. We all love the smell of the flowers, the mud when it first rains and the beauty of the nature around us. An average person is always more attracted to the natural beauty than the man made edifices. The human-made beauty such as skyscrapers and monument is short loved but enjoyed because of the panoramic view it provides of the nature. As we all heard of it, the earth is dying. Our focus is myopic because we are only worried about the plastic. There seems to be more to it than what meets the eye. Working to make ends meet, I realized how cruel some of the people were. Let me break it down for you. The last place I worked was a warehouse. It had shipment products coming in from around the world. The task at hand was to sort out the shipment and dispatch it according to the location.  The job was tiresome and involved heavy labour but what hurt me the most w

The Goan lifestyle Now, Goa has a copious of  customs and traditions , each being differently adhered to and revelled in different parts of the state. The Portuguese culture can be seen reflected by the architecture of some of the houses, churches and bungalows which are seraphic and Goans articulate Portuguese like no other states in India. The Goans follow the western culture in terms of their ethnicity with some 'desi' tweaks. Goan women are usually seen flaunting the traditional sarees whereas the youth exhibit all sorts of fashion. All Goans live in perfect harmony irrespective of their religion and castes. Castes are almost obsolete in Goa except for a few remote areas. Goan weddings : Another distinct feature about the people of Goa are the ways they celebrate their weddings. The zeal is felt even months before the wedding and everybody get all engrossed in the preparation. One cannot blindside the big fat Catholic weddings. In this, a week before the wedding da

THE BEST WATERFALLS AND SPRINGS OF GOA Explore all the waterfalls in Goa including some of the hidden ones. Situated perfectly on the wetter side of the western ghats, and receiving quite heavy annual rainfall, the state of Goa is blessed with numerous springs and waterfalls, some running throughout the year and some providing chilled water solely in the monsoon and few months aftermath. The west of Goa is known for its its beaches whereas the more secluded villages in the east are home to gigantic waterfalls that hide inside the lush woods of the mhadei sanctuary. This waterfalls are pristine and you might be rewarded with beautiful caves and huge old trees that might strain your neck. Hivre waterfall This is the biggest waterfall in Goa, originating from river Mahadei and located in Valpoi. If you wish to visit the waterfall, be sure to have a guide on your side before your visit as the trek is very deep in the woods. Savari waterfall By far the best and the mos

THE BEST BEACHES IN GOA YOUR CHANCE TO UNCOVER HIDDEN AND PEACEFUL COASTAL BELTS Being a Goan, I've spent most of my life playing in the crisp white sands of the nearest beach to my home, Benaulim. And as I moved to my teenage years, I started exploring more coverted shores and made some fantastic discoveries too, some of which are hard to explain. Here, I have mentioned some of the best beaches I personally liked, based chronologically according to the preferences. 1.Palolem beach Simply beautiful. The sands all pristine along with the water. Best place to have those dolphin watching trips and kayaking. Plus, if you're really one of those adventurous kind of people, and like to give your adrenaline some kick and explore some covert beaches, there are apparently lots of beaches between the Palolem and Agonda stretch unexplored by the crowd. 2. Calangute beach If you're one of those people who desire rave and entertainment, i would recommend you to be in ca