Goa
Travel Guide

Goa is a paradise that’s located in India. It is the country's smallest state but its appeal makes more than 2 million people visit its shores each year. Its landscape is exotic: palm trees, crystal clear water with a warm temperature, sunshine and white sand. A small paradise that embraces part of the country's west coast. It used to be a Portuguese colony and the region joined the country later than other regions.... The colonization’s still present on its streets and architecture. Goa has two major tourist attractions: it’s a peaceful and beautiful place and on the other hand, it’s become one the favorite places for tourists who want to party and stay in an exotic and rural surrounding at the same time. There’s even a musical genre known as 'Goa trance'. In Goa, there are a lot of bars, restaurants and nightclubs which make a very tempting offer for travelers, although there’s no need to say they are not the only attraction. There are also its landscapes and beaches. Goa offers tons of alternatives for the tourist to enjoy. Discover it!

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Goa Overview

Language

Konkani, English and Portuguese. Goa is a destination where there are many areas focused on tourism. So lots of businesses and people working with the public are proficient in English and other languages such as French.

Weather

Goa has a tropical weather with monsoons, torrential rains that fall between the months from June to September. Still, the region has a mild weather perfect for visiting the area all year long. Its average annual temperature is 28ºC (82,4ºF) reaching a maximum of 35 °C (95 °F) in summer. In the coldest months (December, January and February) the average lowest temperatures are 20 °C (68 °F). April and May are the hottest months.

Money

Indian Rupee (RS). It’s best to exchange some money to the local currency before travelling to India or upon your arrival at the airport, in order to cover the first expenses but it’s important to check the money they give you. Sometimes -and depending on which exchange office you use- they will give you the money in very small bills and may lead to confusion. Check the rupees you get in order to avoid any troubles. Later, look for the best place to exchange currencies, usually hotels or banks.

When to go

The most popular months to visit Goa are between September and January, when it’s not the rainy season and it’s not too hot. The least recommended months to go there are April and May since they’re the driest and hottest months. It’s also common to visit this area during the monsoon season, even though the humidity and torrential rains make it a little difficult to visit the place.

Days

4 days at least: Although the region of Goa is not very large, we recommend you to stay in the area for at least four days. This gives you the chance to enjoy its beaches, nightlife and have the chance to explore its streets and most emblematic landmarks.

Surroundings

Vengurla (city)
Tarkarli (coastal town)
Dandeli (city with nature)
Gokarna (coastal city with temples)

Store Hours

Store hours in Goa are unpredictable. It’s a region that has a great deal of activity all day and night long. This disparity allows you to be able to grab a bite no matter if it’s day or night. The shops tend to be opened for long hours, even late at night.