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GOA: About History, Climate, Tourists, Facts...

noreply@blogger.com (travelguru) — Sat, 29 May 2010 17:05:00 +0000

Goa - One of the most popular beach destinations worldwide that's perfectly suited for pure leisure, and for those seeking adventure. Goa is known for its heritage, picturesque villages dotted with white washed churches, beautiful temples, crumbling forts, palm-fringed beaches, coconut groves, bubbly folk music, availability of Alcohol at prices even cheaper than water, excellent nightlife, choicest cuisine, and more…
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History of Goa:

History of Goa is rather old. Its reference is found in the Ramayana and in the Mahabharata. Its old name accordingly were Govapuri. Later it became Gomantaka(fertile land). In the 3^rd century BCE, Gomantaka (Goa) formed part of the Maurya Empire. From 2^nd century BCE to the early age of AD it was ruled by the Satavahana dynasty. Eventually, it became a part of the Chalukya kings of Badami, who controlled it from 580 to 750. Over the next few centuries settlements grew in Goa under successively by the Silharas, the Kadambas and the Chalukyas of Kalyani. The Kadambas ruled Goa for centuries and gave it a distinct and cultural and architectural identity. In 1350 CE, Goa was occupied by the Bahmani Sultanate after the era of Kadamba kings. However, in 1370, king Harihar I of Vijayanagar empire, a resurgent Hindu empire situated at modern day Hampi, reconquered the area from Muslims. In 1469, Goa was reconquered, by the Bahmani Sultans of Gulbarga. When this dynasty broke up in 1492, Goa reverted to the Adil Shah's Bijapur Sultanate.

Since then Goa became the focal point for the foreigners. The Portuguese set sail and discovered Goa in 1510 and that lasted for 451 years was a benchmark in its history. Alfonso de Albuquerque captured Goa after defeating the Sultan of Bijapur in 25^th Nov 1510. Goa was granted the same civic privileges as Lisbon. Since then, Goa became the free trade zone between east and west. Missionaries also came with the traders. The Portuguese demolished temples, built churches and converted people to Christianity. In 1757, King Joseph I of Portugal issued a decree penned by his prime minister, the Marquês de Pombal, granting the Portuguese citizenship and representation to all subjects in the Portuguese Indies. In 1787, there was a rebellion started by some priests against Portuguese rule. It became famous as the Conspiracy of the Pintos which inspired by French Revolution was an important development in Goan history. It was the first ethnic rebellion against Portuguese rule in Goa. Portuguese were encouraged to marry the local Goan women and to settle down in Goa. Offspring of these unions, the Mestizo or mixed were considered favorably by the Portuguese rulers, but the Mestizos were looked down upon by the locals.

In the mean time, the British engaged in a struggle against Tipu Sultan, marched towards Goa in 1797 but they left a year later. The 20^th century began with a welcome development for Goa. The period of Republic(1910-1926) in Portugal brought a mini-renaissance in Goa.

The Portuguese chapter in the historical saga of Goa was about to come to an end after India gained Independence from the British in 1947. At first, Portugal refused to agree to India's demand to hand over the control of its enclave. Finally, on 17^th December 1961, the Indian army marched into Goa forcibly and took political control by force. Fighting lasted for twenty-six hours before the Portuguese garrison surrendered. Goa, along with Daman and Diu was made into a centrally administered Union Territory on India. This operation is known as "Operation Vijay” which brought freedom to Goa on December 19, 1961. December 19^th is now celebrated as the Goa Liberation Day. The UN Security Council considered a resolution condemning the invasion which was vetoed by the Soviet Union. Most nations later recognized India's action, and Portugal recognized it after the Carnation Revolution in 1974. On 30^th May 1987, Goa spilt from Daman and Diu and was officially recognized as the 25^th state of Indian Union.

The State of Goa has a Legislative Assembly with strength of 40 elected members. Besides, Goa has three elected representatives in the Parliament. The Governor is the Head of the State and is advised by a Council of Ministers headed by Chief Minister. Panaji, a small picturesque town on the left bank of river Mondovi, is the seat of the State Administration. However, for administrative purposes, the State has been divided into two districts: North Goa and South Goa with headquarters at Panaji and Margao respectively, and six divisions comprising 11 Talukas.

Climate At Goa:

Goa spread in an area of 3,702 square kms lies between the latitudes 14°53'54" N and 15°40'00" N and longitudes 73°40'33" E and 74°20'13" E. Goa, with a coastline of 105 km, is a part of India’s western coast and western Ghats known as the Konkan. Except some places, the average height of Goa is 1020 meter above the mean-sea level. About one-quarter of the state is covered by forest. Goa has maritime equable climate, it is moderate and remains humid and sunny for most of the part of the year, with average January temperatures ranging from 19° to 29° C (66° to 84° F), and average June temperatures ranging from 25° to 33° C (77° to 91° F). Goa experiences a monsoon season from June through September; accounts for four-fifths of the state's average annual rainfall. 350 cms approximately from June to September. Humidity levels touch almost 95 percent during monsoon and fall to about 55 percent in the winter.

Best season to visit Goa is mainly between 15th September to April end, but from November to February is the peak tourist season- the atmosphere, at this time, is mild and pleasant.

Summer in Goa is a good time for a budget holiday- Summers mean fewer crowds and more discounts. The average daily hours of sunshine is nine to ten hours in summer. In summer during daytime heat will perhaps keep the visitors off the beaches and In the evenings one can take a stroll down the beaches and the soft breeze blowing through the leaves of the palm trees.

Goa in monsoons is largely empty of tourists, a good thing as you can enjoy a comfortable state of mind. It’s especially beautiful during monsoon time from June to August, when you discover a unique Goa with overflowing rivers and estuaries which criss-cross Goa, are swollen with rainwater, flowing with renewed gusto giving up their usual shades of blue-green to turn a deep orange-yellow, hills and vast expanses of fields coverd with green carpet, the rain brings refreshment and romance, and Goa takes on a more traditional flavor. Swimming in the sea at this time of the year is out of the question as the sea is very turbulent and the waves treacherous. It is the best time to explore ecotourism , spice plantations and walking barefoot along the beach and listen to the roar of the ocean.

Tourists Particulars:

Two types of tourists visit Goa; the first is the domestic tourists, who comprise 80 percent of all tourists. The second is the international tourists who visit Goa purely for the natural environment of tropical climate. Within the category ofinternational tourists there are two sub-categories: backpackers and charter tourists.

The backpackers are not found in areas of charter tourists; they prefer to mingle and live with the local communities. Whereas, the charter touriststend to stay in the luxury starred hotels.

The domestic and international both categories of tourists visit Goa for the beaches, they stay away from each other. Domestic and international tourists also differ in terms of the areas. For the domestic tourist, the beaches hold limited appeal, so domestic tourists remain away from the places frequented by the international tourists. The timings of visits are clearly different for the domestic and the international tourists. The domestic tourists come throughout the year albeit in larger numbers in the non-monsoon months whereas international tourists avoid the monsoon months; as for them the use of the beach is the prime attraction to come to Goa.

In 2002, a total number of 2,71,645 foreign tourists visited Goa. In 2004, a total number of 3,63,230 foreign tourists visited Goa. The foreign tourist visit during 2004 was higher by 14.4 % than the previous year. During April 2005-March 2006 a total number of 3,48, 396 foreign tourists visited Goa.

Goa's tourism business has suffered due to the economic slowdown in the last two years. While in 2007, 82,515 foreign visitors came to Goa by chartered and scheduled flights
between September and December, in 2008, the number dropped to 71,918 in the
corresponding period - a 13 per cent drop. Though the tourist season began in 2009 with a promise with 4,120 foreign tourists coming to the state in the month of October as against 2,837 in the previous year, the number of tourists arriving in November,2009 declined considerably with only 22,180 foreign tourists coming to Goa as against 25,788 during the same month last year, recording a fall of 3.608 tourists.

In 2004, a total number of 20,85,729 domestics tourists visited Goa. The domestics tourists visit during 2005 was 19,65,343. During 2006 a total number of 20,98, 654 domestics tourists visited Goa.

About Goa - FAST FACTS:

Name of the State : Goa
Capital: Panaji
Districts: South Goa and North Goa
Talukas: 11
Languages: Konkani (official), English, Marathi and Hindi
Religion: Hinduism( 65%), Christianity(30%) and Islam
Area: 3,702 sq.kms.
Population: 13,43,998 (2001 Census)
Literates: 9,89,362 (2001 Census)
Climate: Tropical
Altitude: Sea level to 1,022 metres
Summer: Mean Max. 33 C and Mean Min. 24 C
Winter: Mean Max. 32.2 C and Mean Min 21 C
Rainfall: 3,200 mms. from June to September
Tourist Season: Throghtout the year
Peak Season: November to February
Time Zone: GMT/UTC +5.5
Currency: Indian Rupees (Rs)
Airport : Dabolim
Railhead: Vasco-da-Gama and Margao
Main Rivers: Mandovi, Zuari, Chapora, Tiracol, Sal
Country Code: 0091
STD Code: Panaji( 0832), Margao (08342), Ponda ( 08343), Mapusa (0832), Vasco ( 083451), Varca(08344)

GOA: Travel tips

noreply@blogger.com (travelguru) — Sat, 29 May 2010 17:02:00 +0000

Goa….. Travelling in Goa is easy and convenient with a moderate transportation system, choice of accommodation and dining options and superb hospitality. You will find Goa’s cultural, Goa’s historic and natural attractions along with “Goa Special” fabulous nightlife.

Over 65 percent of Goa’s population is Hindu and near about 30 percent of Goa’s population is Christian, with Muslim animist minorities. The official language of Goa is Konkani, though English and Hindi is widely spoken in cities and larger towns. Goa borders the Arabian Sea, Maharastra and Karnataka states in India.

Goa’s tropical climate has three main seasons: Hot : March to June. Rainy: July to September. Cool : October to February. Average January temperatures ranging from 19° to 29° C (66° to 84° F), and average June temperatures ranging from 25° to 33° C (77° to 91° F). Goa experiences a monsoon season from June through September; accounts for four-fifths of the state's average annual rainfall. 350 cms approximately from June to September. Humidity levels touch almost 95 percent during monsoon and fall to about 55 percent in the winter.

Best season to visit Goa is mainly between 15th September to April end, but from November to February is the peak tourist season- the atmosphere, at this time, is mild and pleasant.

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Visa:
Everyone needs a visa for India and it must be obtained before you enter the country.

Passport Requirements: Original, signed passport valid for 6 months from day of application, and with at least two blank visa pages preferably back to back. Amendment pages are not acceptable for visa stamps.

Tourist visa and cost: £30 (multiple-entry; six months); £50 (multiple-entry; one year). Visa fees vary from country to country.

Validity: Indian visas allow multiple entries into the country, however, there must be a gap of at least 2 months between two visits to the country on a Tourist Visa. Visas are valid from the date of issue. Travelers must leave India on or before the expiration of their visa. Travelers who remain in India beyond the validity of their visa could face detention and significant penalties. If your intended length of stay in India exceeds the validity of your existing visa, you must apply for a new visa. If re-entry permission is granted, travelers intending to return to India for a second visit within two months must register at the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) within 14 days of arrival in India.

Applications to: Embassy or high commission (or consular section at embassy or high commission); There are also Indian Visa Application Centres in London, Hayes, Birmingham, Cardiff, Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Working Days Required: Personal applications can normally be processed the same day. Applications made at the visa centres will take at least 2-3 working days. Postal applications take a minimum of 10 working days. Where referrals are required, applications may require 20-25 working days.

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Customs: Duty-free allowance for visitors is 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco , one litre each of alcoholic liquor and wine, goods for personal use and reasonable quantities of medicines.
Note:

Import by non-residents is only permitted if the national has entered India for a stay of not less than 24 hours and not more than six months, provided they visit not more than once a month.
Domestic pets (cats, dogs, birds etc) are permitted to be imported into India as long as they have a health certificate from the country of origin. Importing weapons, livestock, live plants, gold , silver bullion and pornography is prohibited. Cash/travellers cheques totaling more than US$10,000 are supposed to be declared at customs.

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Getting Around in Goa:

Airport: Dabolim, the Goa International Airport(GOI), is located approximately 4km (2.5 miles) from Vasco da Gama to the northwest and 5km (3 miles) from Dabolim to the east. State capital Panaji is around 30km (19 miles) away to the north. The domestic and international terminals are housed in the same building. Construction of a modern new integrated terminal building began in February 2009. Parking facilities at the airport are limited. There are 114 parking spaces for cars and six for coaches. The parking lot is located near the terminal building. Car hire services are not available at the airport. A bank, currency exchange booths and post and telegraph services are available in the terminal building. The airport has free baggage trolleys for travellers navigating their way through the airport. Wheelchairs are available from the airline counters. There are no hotels at the airport. Hotel reservation desks are available in the airport's arrivals area.
Rail: The nearest railway station is in Vasco da Gama, and can be reached by local bus, taxi or auto-rickshwa. Train services are available to a number of destinations, both local, and with connections nationwide.
Bus: Local buses, which are often very crowded and not very frequent, go to Chicalim and Vasco da Gama nearby.
Taxi: Pre-paid taxis are available at the airport. The pre-paid taxi service counter is located outside the terminal building.
Auto-rickshaws: A typical Indian mode of transport which are considered the best options for short trips. These three-wheeled vehicles, run by the meter, charge per kilometer.
Shuttle: Locally operated minibuses provide links with the Panaji area. There are information desks both in the domestic terminal and the international terminal.
Motorcycle Taxis: Motorcycle taxis are the normal way to get around in Goa. Licensed operators ride black bikes with a yellow front mudguard.
Renting a Motorcycle or Moped: Many people rent motorcycles and mopeds in Goa. Rental rates vary depending on the season. Often a large deposit is required, or you will be asked to leave your passport. If you plan to rent a motorcycle during the Christmas-New Year week and you arrive a few weeks before, ask for a monthly rate and pay for it in advance. If you don’t, there is a good change the owner will not want to rent it to you at the same rate, but will double or triple the normal rate.You should carry all the paperwork with you, such as your license, registration, and insurance papers. Officially, most people need an international driver’s license to ride any bike more powerful than a 25cc moped. UK residents do not require an international license, but USA residents need one. Rental companies do not usually enforce this rule. You may be stopped by the police and asked to show your license, and if you do not possess one, you will be fined. Insurance is required, so ask to see proof that a rental vehicle is insured. If you get into an accident, you will be expected to pay for the repairs of the rented bike.

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Money:

Indian Currency: Indian currency is the Rupee (INR; symbol Rs), divided in to 100 paise. Notes are in denominations of Rs1,000, 500, 100, 50, 20 and 10. Coins are in denominations of Rs5, 2 and 1, and 50, 25, 20, 10 and 5 paise. The import and export of local currency is prohibited. Currency can be changed at banks, airports or authorised money changers. It is illegal to exchange money through unauthorised money changers. US Dollars and Pounds Sterling are the easiest currencies to exchange.
Traveller's Cheques: Traveller's Cheques are widely accepted and may be changed at banks and larger hotels. The most widely accepted currencies include US Dollars and Pounds Sterling.Charges for changing travllers cheques vary from place to place and bank to bank. Foreign currency can be exchanged at most of the Banks and few leading hotels, shops ad travel agents who have been authorised as restricted money changers.
ATM/Credit Cards: Major credit/debit/ATMs including American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops. There are lot of ATM centers available all over Goa for the convenience of the people. These take international cards using the Cirrus, Maestro, Master Card and Visa networks.
Tipping: Give a 10% tip at restaurants/shakes if a service charge is not included. Tip porters and bag boys Rs.20 to Rs. 50. Don’t tip taxis but you must pay expressway tolls.

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Travel Insurance: A travel insurance policy to cover theft, loss and medical problems is definitely a wise idea.You should not ignore the travel insurance wherever you travel. In covering medical expenses and emergency flights, it is also insures your money and belongings against loss or theft.Travel Insurance act as an additional security in the case of cancellations or interruption in travel plans, lost goods or damaged goods, travel delays, illness or even accidents.

Travelling In other parts of India: Indians and other domestic airlines operate regular flights to cities, towns throughout the country from Goa. India’s rail service and bus services are medium standards.

Car Driving: An international license is required for drivers. Driving is on the left side of the road. Both self and chauffeur-driven cars are available on rent for a local tour of Goa.

Local Time:Indian time is GMT/UTC +5.5 hours.

Electricity: Electricity current is usually 220 volts A/C. Various plugs and sockets are used.

Business Hours: Government offices are open Monday to Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. except on public holidays. Business offices generally operate between 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. with some opening Saturday. Banking Hours: Mon-Fri 1000-1400, Sat 1000-1200.

GOA: How to get there

noreply@blogger.com (travelguru) — Sat, 29 May 2010 16:58:00 +0000

Goa is a travelers' paradise, squeezed between the seas and the lush forested hills. Goa's glistening sands, swaying coconut palms and ultra fresh seafood are sure to make your Goa travel a whopping success. Goa is the best place for nature lovers, beach lovers, travelers and honeymooners. Though Goa is a small state, Goa deserves the attention of tourists from all over the world.But it is really important to know how to get around in Goa. Being a top tourist destination in the world map today, tourists can travel to Goa by air, rail, road and also by sea route. The only airport in Goa is the Dabolim Airport. Goa also has flight schedules with almost all the major airline operators.Many chartered flights connect Goa with United Kingdom and other European countries. Goa also offers international flights for some destinations in Gulf countries. India's all important and major metro cities are connected to Goa through railways. The 760 km long Konkan railway project between Mumbai and Mangalore has facilitated trips to Goa. There are bus services operating between Goa and most towns and cities in the neighboring areas such as Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Mangalore etc. These modes of conveyance can be availed at fairly regular intervals throughout the day. For details click on the respective links:

Around Panaji, Old Goa, Dona Paola

noreply@blogger.com (travelguru) — Fri, 28 May 2010 18:12:00 +0000

The state capital of Goa is Panjim (also called Panaji), though in the local language the Panaji gets pronounced as Ponnji, Ponnje, or Ponjhe. Panaji cherishes its romantic past and cultural heritage dating back to the Portuguese while surging forward with modernization to be on par with the most developed nations. A tourist immediately notices Panaji’s unique blend of the old and the new and its fervour for development. Churches and forts built by the Portuguese gave Panaji a European appearance. Today, the Portuguese heritage of the city will present itself before you as you make your way through the remarkably well preserved narrow winding streets, old houses with overhanging balconies and numerous small cafes and bars. The spectacular sights both new and of the colonial period make Panaji an ideal tourist destination. You will also get the Portuguese touch in dress and lifestyle of the local people.
The City Panaji lies on the banks of the river Mondovi. The City, Panaji is located in 15.25^°North Latitude 73.5^° to East Latitude. Panaji’s climate is generally humid due to its proximity to the sea. Temperatures in Panaji vary from 18⁰C to 32⁰C. Panaji receives rainfall from South-West monsoon between the months of June to September.
Getting there: The City of Panaji, which is pretty much centrally located and is well connected to all parts of the country by Road, Rail and Air Network particularly the important city like Mumbai. The NH 17 & NH4A converging in to the city are the spine of the Transportation Network of the City. Panaji is the travel & transit hub of Goa.
By Air: How to go to Goa should never be a problem because Goa is well connected to India and has an extremely accessible air route. Goa also has flight schedules with almost all the major airline operators. All Goa flights -national and international, to and from Goa - operate from the Goa Airport at Dabolim near the port town of Vasco-da-Gama. The airport is about 30 kms away from the capital of the city, Panaji. Many travelers to Goa arrive on charter flights as part of ever-popular package deals direct from the U.K. Or tourist can fly in from Mumbai (nine flights per day) or Delhi (two flights per day), as well as from Kolkata, Chennai, Pune, Cochin, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Ahmedabad. Major airline operators such as Indian Airlines, Jet Airways and Sahara Airlines, Spice Jet, Air Deccan and Kingfisher Airlines have flights plying in and out of Goa. The national airline Air India also lands a few international flights, especially from the Gulf countries. A helpful government tourist office is in the baggage-claim hall. To reach Panaji you can take a taxi, auto-rickshaws from Dabolim Airport. If you have a hotel or resort reservation, a pickup-van or taxi will probably be waiting for you. If not, hire a prepaid taxi or auto-rickshaws to reach Panjim.
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By Train: The high-speed Konkan Railway. It starts from Mumbai, via Miraj and Pune, Several trains travel daily from Mumbai to Goa along the Konkan Railway; most of these take a good 9 to 12 hours. The rail route also has trains, which travel past Mumbai - in the north to several areas of India upto Delhi and in the south up to Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. The nearest railway stations are Vasco da Gama and Madgaon which are about 35 Kms from Panaji City. The South Central Railway terminus is at Vasco-da-Gama and the Konkan Railway terminus is at Margao. To reach Panaji you can take a prepaid taxi, auto-rickshaws from Vasco-da-Gama or Margao railway stations or bargain directly with the driver; the trip to Panjim should cost Rs 500 to Rs 600 ($10–$12).
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By Bus: Via NH-14A, NH-17 and NH-17A, Panaji is connected with some of the southern and western cities and towns of India. There are several private companies which offer luxury, airconditioned bus services to Panaji from Mumbai as well as Pune, Hyderabad , Bangaluru, or Mangalore. There are 21 buses in a day between Mumbai and Goa. The first bus to depart is at 02:00 PM by Narmada /Atmaram / Vicky Travels Mumbai. The journey takes 18 hours and this bus will reach Goa at 08:30 AM. The last bus is at 08:30 PM by Neeta Travels Mumbai. This bus is Volvo AC Sleeper and the exact address for pick up is Near Gokul Hotel,Borivali(W), Mumbai. This bus will reach Goa at 08:00 AM. There are 8 buses in a day between Pune and Goa. The first bus to depart is at 06:30 PM by Nakoda Gogte Travels Pune. The journey takes 12 hours and this bus will reach Goa at 06:30 AM. The last bus is at 09:00 PM by Neeta Travels Pune. This bus is AC Volvo Push Back and the boarding point is called Pune Station. The journey takes 10 hours and the bus will reach Goa at 07:45 AM at Mapusa. There is only one bus in a day between Hyderabad and Goa. The only bus to depart is at 05:30 PM by Paulo Travels. This bus is A/C Volvo and the exact boarding point is called Mehdipatnam. This bus will reach Goa at 10:00 AM at Kadamba Bus STand, Panjim, Goa. The charges, however, are subject to distance and season.
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By Ferry: One of the joys of the travelling around Panaji are the ferries across the rivers. Ferries ply between Panjim and Betim, Ribander and Chorai Island from 7 am to 7 pm.
Tourist Attractions in and around Panaji:
Originally, Panaji was a quaint little fishing village with lots of coconut trees and a lot of greenery. If you are planning to visit Goa, Panaji is an absolute must-see. Panaji is abundant with attractions that one must visit during their stay and it has a lot to offer. Three wide roads are the main arteries in the city and theirs direction are from east to the west and ultimately merge into the Arabian Sea. Also, since the city of Panaji is netted, as if in a spider's net, with the network of waterways, river cruises are quiet an activity to enjoy.
OLD GOA: Let us start with Old Goa or Vehla Goa which is a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site and has spectacular churches and convents. Old Goa or Vehla is just 9km away from Panaji. Both Old Goa and Panaji are inter-connected by NH4A. Traveling in Goa is convenient, there are plenty of options to choose from such as the bus, taxi, auto-rickshaw, motorbike. Busses depart every fifteen minutes to Old Goa from the Panaji Kadamba bus stand( 30 minutes). Drive comfortably on NH 4A, which begins as the Ribander Causeway, runs east along the Mandovi River, through the rustic and continues south-east to Ponda. Goa Tourism arranges a guided tour of the Old Goa. There is a Goa Tourism counter at the Panaji bus stand(0832-2438520). For more tourist related information contact GTDC, Old Goa Tourist Hotel, behind Police Station, near Gandhi statue.
The entire area can easily be explored on foot because the most interesting buildings are clustered together. To the northwest is the Arch of the Viceroys, built in 1597 in commemoration of the arrival of Vasco da Gama in India, where oothe keys to the capital used to be diligently handed over to each Portuguese viceroy. An inscription left by Vasco da Gama’s great-grandson Governor Francisco da Gama, is still discernible on the arch. Nearby, the Corinthianstyled Church of St. Cajetan (1651) was built by Italian friars of the Theatine order, who modeled it after St. Peter’s in Rome. The elegant, three storeyed Convent of St. Cajetan is known for its Corinthian coloumns and pilasters of gigantic proportion. The church has a nave and two side aisles with a Baroque interior richly ornamented with gilded altars and rare paintings. Step into the nave and you can see an exquisite altar, unsurpassable in execution and design. Under this altar, you can see a crypt with a vault. Moreover, the covered well inside the alcove attests that it was once the site of a Hindu temple. The ruined gate to Yusuf Adil Shah’s palace stands here as a forgotten postcard from the pre-Portuguese era.
Southwest of St. Cajetan’s are the highlights of Old Goa: splendid Sé Cathedral , which took nearly 80 years to build and is said to be larger than any church in Portugal. The architecture of Sé Cathedral in centre of Old Goa is a unique combination of Portugal and Gothic, with Tashkent type outside and Corinthian type inside décor. One gets stunned seeing the carvings and ornamentation of the cathedral. The so-called Miraculous Cross, housed in a box in a chapel behind a decorative screen, was brought here from a Goan village after a vision of Christ was seen on it—apparently a single touch (there is a hole in the glass for just this purpose) will cure the sick. While one of the cathedral’s twin towers was struck down by lightening , the other still stands proud, housing what is supposedly one of the largest bell in Asia: Sino de Ouro. When this bell rings, its sound reaches even at a distance of 10 km.
In the same cathedral complex is the former Convent and Church of St Francis of Assisi, where the floor is marked by graves dating back as far as the 16th century. Though a bit clumsy, the metallic ornamentation, wood carvings, St Francis’s life on murals have made this institution very attractive. The building next door is Archaeological Museum displaying old coins, sculptures and portraits of viceroys now only remembered by historians.
Just across the road, opposite the Sé Cathedral , is the Basilica de Bom Jesus, the most photographed cathedral of Goa, built in granite and sand stone following Doric architecture, was built between 1594 and 1605 as a resting place for the remains of the patron saint of Goa, Francis Xavier (one of the original seven founders of the Jesuit order and responsible for most of the 16th-c. conversions), The withered body of the venerated saint lies in a silver casket to the right side of the altar. Another attraction is the sound-and-light show about Jesus and St Francis Xavier. The Basilica is open from 6 am till 6:30 pm.
Up the hill from the Basilica are, what dominates the skyline is the 46-meter high, slightly-leaning tower of the of the Church of St. Augustine; below is the Church and Convent of Santa Monica, the only monastery exclusively for the female folk in Old Goa. The Church of St. Monica beautifully portrays an impeccable blend of Tuscan-Corinthian and Composite exteriors, with an elegant Doric and Composite work on its inner frame and the chapel was adorned with murals on the rippleless ceilings and walls. Visit the large chamber in the basement, and you can have the pleasure to behold an almost endless medley of pictures of several saints. Really, it is quite unimaginable that murals of such high quality and such striking beauty could have been there in a nunnery. A short walk from this is the Royal Chapel of St Anthony. Its semi-circular chapel does not adhere to any particular style.
If you’re pushed for time, skip the walk and hop onto an auto-rickshaw or on the back of a bike. From Old Goa, it’s a short trip to view the popular Hindu temples that lie north of the town of Ponda, on National Highway 4A. Situated 9 km north of Ponda near the pristine village of priol, Shri Mangueshi Temple is one of the largest and most frequently visited temples in Goa. Sri Mangeshi Temple was built specifically as a refuge for icons of deities smuggled from the coast during the violent years of the 16th-century Inquisition. The temple is a perfect example of the mixed architectural styles partly influenced by the Christians and Muslims. The octagonal tower above the sanctum , the faced and roofs balustrade design show the Christian influence. The domed roofs show a Muslim influence. Walking distance from here (15 min. south) is the slightly less commercial Sri Mahalsa Temple, dedicated to Mohini, the female form of Lord Vishnu.
You will need a full morning for a tour of Old Goa, an afternoon for a tour of Panjim, a walker's paradise. Don’t forget to wear your walking shoes, keep your sunscreen lotion on, and carry along a bottle of water and guide map.

PANAJI:You will need a full morning for a tour of Old Goa, an afternoon for a tour of Panjim, a walker's paradise. Don’t forget to wear your walking shoes, keep your sunscreen lotion on, and carry along a bottle of water and guide map. Panaji is situated on the south bank of the Mandovi River. It is easy to get around by foot because everything is close together. The Ourem River, which runs north–south, divides Panaji. The Kadamba Bus Terminal and the Goa Tourist Office are on the eastern side of the river. Most everything else is on the west side. The Fontainhas area, the old part of the city, runs mainly along the western bank of the Ourem.The city has a definite European feel to it because of the whitewashed churches, old houses, red-tiled roofs, cobbled roads, and small squares.
All roads lead to Church Square, dominated by the towering Lady of Immaculate Conception Church at the heart of Panjim, so this is a good place to begin. Immaculate Conception Church is the main church of the Panaji town, has a majestic flight of stairs in Gothic style and and twin towers and a central gable which houses the main bell. Spend a pleasant hour at George Restaurant at the corner below the church. Turn your back to the church and face the Municipal Garden. Walk along the Ourem Creek and cross over into Panjim on the footbridge. At the other side, turn left for the heritage ward of Fontainhas. Fontainhas derives its name from the natural springs on the hillside. The main tourist attraction in Fontainhas is the Chapel of St. Sebastian. St. Sebastian Chapel is renowned for its crucifix which once hung in the Palace of Inquisition in Old Goa. The crucifix depicts Jesus Christ with his head erect and his eyes wide open. Walk up the stone flagged steps to the palace, which has 12 crosses commemorating the Stations of the Cross, tracing Christ's walk up Calvary to his crucifixion. If you visit Goa on Christmas, you must attend the open-air Christmas Mass in the courtyard of this palace (Bishop's Palace –Altinho). . Drive north on Corte de Oiteriro Road to reach the oldest surviving building Adil Shah's Palace, built by the Sultan of Bijapur. Often referred to as Idalcao in Portuguese and now it is functional as passport office of the Govt of India. A statue of Abbe Faria, is located outside the palace. The statue depicts Abbe Faria hypnotizing a woman. Now proceed to Jogger’s Park and it provides even better view of the Panaji town. From Jogger's Park a short walk down the road takes you to the Boca de Vaca Spring. The cow shaped spring, Boca de Vaca is known for its clear and sweet waters. Mahalaxmi Temple is located next to the Boca de Vaca Spring. Built in 1818, the Mahalaxmi Temple is the holy place of worship of the Hindus. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Kala Academy, located on DB Bandodkar Road, next to the Children's Park. Designed bt Charles Correa, this fine centre for art and culture, is intriguing in its of structure and space. There are also an open air theatre, a music library, a recording studio, art gallery, exhibition halls, practice rooms and several other rooms. Drive east on the riverfront road from the Kala Academy, and you can behold some of the city's most well-known sights at the Panaji Jetty. The Panaji Jetty is the place where you will find small crafts like barges, yachts and trawlers.
Panaji Museum: the spacious museum, located near Kadamba Bus Terminus, is a modern and well-maintained museum. The museum has an archive of photography, painting and sculpture brought from Goa and all over India. Panaji Museum is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 5.30 pm.
Drive over the Mandovi Bridge to reach Porvorim where Xavier Institute of Research stands. The Institute has a rich collection of over 26,000 books, ancient tomes, theses, journals, and an art gallery with rare paintings of 17th century. The Xavier Institute is open from 9.30 am to 1 pm and 2-5 pm all weekdays except Sunday. A little further down the road from the Xavier Institute the road bifurcates, take left turn to reach the quiet Bardez village of Salvador do Mundo. This place is famous for the boa-shaped three-storeyed House of Goa Museum built on a teriffic island. The museum, built by architect Gerand de Cunha, has the collections of models and panels of old Goan houses and ancient household artefacts.
DONA PAOLA: For a change from the church and temple atmosphere, one can go to Dona Paola. The pristine beach of Dona Paula is situated at a distance of 7 km from Panaji. Buses operate at 5 minutes interval from Panaj main bus stand. The beach divides the Zuari and Mandovi estuaries and provides spectacular views of Mormugao town. Enjoy a round of water-scooter ride on the ebullient waves of Dona Paula as a starter. After relaxing for a while, go for some out-of-the-world marine experiences - water-skiing, toboggan ski-biscuit, skibob, sports fishing. You can go for fishing at the jetty. This is an ideal spot to see the sunset on the Arabian Sea water front. On way to Dona Paula, a kilometer short of it, the confluence of sea and Mandovi river is the Miramar Beach. This is Panaji's own beach and a perfect recreational area for vacationers. It is a quite beach, just ideal for morning and evening walks. Swimming is quite safe, except at the mouth of Mandovi. Lifeguard facilities are also available at this spot.
Goa River Cruises: Goa River Cruises on the Mandovi River is an enjoyable experience. There are two types of cruises -- from the Panaji jetty, down the Mandovi into the Zuari bay and up the Mandovi to Aldona and a mineral water spring. Select from the number of options available such as daytime, sunset or moonlit river cruises, to make your tour to Goa a memorable one. While your sail across the river Mandovi you can view some exotic lush greenery and the blue waters of the river. You can also spot some flocks of seagulls, crocodiles and the locals. Your trip to Panaji is incomplete without a ride on Goa Tourism's boat, Santa Monica. The cruise like Santa Monica which runs in the evening over the River Mandovi provides live music band and folk dance to visitors for entertainment.

Conducted Tours: Tours of Goa are operated by Goa Tourism Development Corporation.

North Goa (ex Panaji) - Saptakoteshwar temple at Narva/ Mayem Lake (lunch halt), Mapusa, Beaches of Vagator, Anjuna, Calangute and Fort Aguada and Panaji Handicrafts Emporium
Timings : 0930-1800hrs. (Daily)
Fare : A/c. Rs. 200/- & Non A/C Rs. 150/-
South Goa (ex - Panaji) - Covers Old Goa Churches, Temples of Shri Manguesh and Shri Shantadurga , Ancestral Goa at Loutolim, Margao, Colva Beach (lunch halt), Mormugao Port, Dona Paula Bay and Miramar.
Timings : 0930-1800 hrs. (Daily)
Fare : A/c. Rs. 200/- & Non A/c. Rs.150/-
Goa by Night (Ex-Santa Monica Jetty, Panaji)- The Santa Monica launch takes you gently down the river to the Dona Paula Bay, past the Adil Shah Palace which was the first building of Panjim built by the Sultan as his summer palace and which housed the Goa Secretariat until a few years ago. The tour also takes you by road to see the Mae de Deus Church of Saligao, the Immaculate Conception Church, you can absorb a panoramic view of Panaji city from Altinho hill-top and then visit the Maruti temple at Panaji.
Timings : 06.30 P.M. -9.30 P.M. (Wednesdays & Sundays only [Minimum 10 pax])
Fare : Non A/c. Rs. 200/-
Dudhsagar Special (ex Panaji) - Panaji, Old Goa, Ponda - Mollem to Dudhsagar Water Fall, Lunch at Mollem Jungle Retreat and Tambdi Surla Temple and back.
Timing : 0900 - 1800 hrs. On Wednesday & Sundays
Fare : Rs. 700/- (Non A/c.)
Pilgrim Tour-TEMPLES (ex-anaji/iramar[ Minimum 10 pax]) :

TIME :Dep. 9.30 am- Arr. 6.30 pm
RATE :Rs. 150/- Non AC

Covers: Shri Mahalaxmi Temple at Panaji, Gomanteshwar Temple at Bramhapuri, Shantadurga Temple at Kunkoliem, Mangesh Temple at at Priol, Mahalsa Temple at Mardol, Ananta Temple at Savoi, Lunch halt at Spice Garden, Ramnath Temple at Ramnathi, Shantadurga Temple at Kavle, Naguesh Temple at Bandora and Gopal Ganpati Temple at Farmagudi.
Pilgrim Tour-CHURCHES(ex-anaji/Miramar[ Minimum 10 pax]):
TIME :Dep. 9.30 am- Arr. 6.30 pm
RATE: Rs. 150/- Non AC

Covers: Pilar Seminary at Pilar, Basilica of Bom Jesus, St. CAJETAN, Se Cathedral, St. Francis of Assisi, Museum of Christian Art at Old Goa, lunch halt at Old Goa, St. Jerome’s Church (Milagres) at Mapusa, Mae de Dues Church at Saligao and Reis Magos Church at Verem.

(Subject to change please check before making reservations.)

For booking contact:
Goa Tourism Development Corporation Ltd,
Trionora Apartments,
Dr Alvares Costa Road, Panaji, Goa- 403001
Tel. Off . + 91 0832 2226515 / 2224132
Fax. + 91 0832 2423926 / 2420779

Foreigners Registration office: The foreigners who require registration, extension or miscellaneous services as per their visa types and stipulations should approach Foreigners Registration office (FRO) Goa located at Panaji (also called Panjim). The FRO Goa exercises jurisdiction over the entire state of Goa. The FRO Goa is situated on the ground floor of the Goa Police Head Quarters Building, Opp. Azad Maidan at Panaji Goa. For registrations at Goa FRO, a fee of Rs. 100 per applicant is charged which you can pay in cash at FRO. After submission of all documents and payment of fees for registration at the Goa FRO, it takes about one week for the issuance of Registration certificate and Residential Permit to the foreign national applicant.
Address and timings of Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) at Goa: Goa Police Head Quarters Building, Ground floor (Opposite Azad Maidan), Panaji Goa.Phone Number: (+ 91 0832 2426545)
Timings: 9:30 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 17:30, Monday to Friday.

Getting Around: An auto-rickshaw should cost no more than Rs 150 for most places in town. You can arrange a car with a driver from GTDC (Goa Tourism) (+ 91 0832 2226515 / 2224132), the ITDC Tourist Office, or from Joey's Car Rental(+91 98221 02829 /+91 832 2228989 / +91 832 6458989 / +91 832 2222939, Fax: +91 832 2422050) Office No. 6, Panjim Park, Near Ferry Wharf, Panjim, Goa, India. Rates are around Rs 800 to Rs 2700 for eight hours, depending on the distance and type of vehicles. You can rent a self-drive car Goa Travel Consultancy Service, E-F-4, First Floor, Pancharatna Building, Goa - 403 601. (Phone +91 9486193977 or +91 9423882947 or +91 832 2780775).
Travel Agents of Goa in PANAJI:

Name of Travel Agent	Travel Services	Contact Information
THOMAS COOK INDIA, Alcon Chambers, Dayanand Bhandodkar Marg	Package tours include a seven day Taj-Best of Goa tour. It also has package deals with hotels like the Majorda Beach Resort and White Sands Beach Resort Currency Services: Forex, exchanges travellers cheques	Tel: (+91-832)2221312/13, 2222536/7, 25642294 Email: webholiday@in.thomascook.com
MGM INTERNATIONAL TRAVELS, Navelkar Trade Centre, opposite Azad Maidan, Panjim	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations, travel insurance Currency Services: Western Union Money Transfer, forex, cash advance against credit cards	Tel: (+91-832)2220972, 2220873, 2225150, 2225166 Fax: (+91-832)5641113
COX & KINGS (INDIA) PVT. LTD. Address: No. 602, Citi-Centre, Patto Plaza, EDC Complex, Panjim	Offers a 4D/3N tour of Goa during which you can choose from many options of excursions around the state Currency Services: forex	Tel:(+91-832) 2842609, 2436856-57 Telefax: (+91-832)25642509
DUKES HOLIDAYS Location: Near Goa Marriott Resort Address: 13/394 Dukes Villa, Miramar, Panaji	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations, adventure sports, water sports	Mobile: 09326102693, 09823039600, 09326102694, 09823054974, 09326092737 Email: dukesgoa@yahoo.com
FERNANDES TOURS AND TRAVELS Location: Opposite Captain of Ports Address: DB Marg, Panjim	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations	Tel: (+91-832)2228858 Fax: (+91-832)5641103 Email: fernandes@satyam.net.in
PARAMOUNT TRAVELS Location: Opposite Government Secretariat Address: Hotel Republica, Panjim	Flight reservations, hotel reservations	Tel: (+91-832)2224630, 2274767 Email: ahjaffer@goatelecom.com
SITA CHARTERS Location: Opposite Hotel Delmon Address: 101, Rizvi Chambers, Caetano Alburquerque Road	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations, local sightseeing tours like spice plantations tours, Goa Darshan, dolphin cruise, jungle Book, back to nature, floating palace Currency Service: Western Union Money Transfer, forex	Tel: (+91-832)2221418, 2220477, 2223134 Fax: (+91-832)2221419 Email: goa@sitaindia.com
TRADE WINGS LTD Location: Opposite Don Bosco High School Address: 1st Floor, Naik Building, MG Road, Panaji	Flight, train and bus tickets, car and motorbike rental, hotel, villa and apartment reservations, sightseeing and tour packages of spice plantations, water sport adventures, dolphin and crocodile sightings, travel insurance Currency Services: Money transfer, forex	Tel: (+91-832)2224576, 2430746, 5641066 Fax: (+91-832)2225047 Email: goi@tradewingstravel.com
PAULO HOLIDAY MAKERS Location: Near Kadamba Bus Stand Address: G-1, Cardozo Building, Panjim	Paulo Holiday Makers have their own buses and offers trips with Goa as well as trips from Goa to Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Gujrat and Karnataka	Tel:(+91-832) 2438531 Fax: (+91-832)5641883 Email: phm@sancharnet.in
R FERNANDES TOURS AND TRAVELS Location: Opposite Rizvi Chambers Address: Alfran Plaza Building, Shop No. G-59, Panaji	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations	Tel: 09823034847, (+91-832)2225372, 2223374
MENEZES AIR TRAVEL PRIVATE LTD Location: Near Sona Motel Address: CMM Building, Rua de Ourem, Panaji	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations	Tel: (+91-832)2228271 Fax: (+91-832)2430704 Email: tours@menezesairtravel.com
FREEDOM HOLIDAYS PVT. LTD. Location: Near Kadamba Main Bus Stand Address: Registered Office No. 6, 3rd Floor, Patto Centre, Panaji	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations, spice plantation tours, Dudhsagar Waterfalls, jungle safaris, Grande Island, fishing, snorkelling and diving trips, travel insurance, free travel information Currency Services: Western Union Money Transfer, forex, cash advanced against credit cards, money transfer	Tel: (+91-832)2438320-21, 5643311 Fax: (+91-832)2438323
AIRSONIC TRAVELS Location: Next to ECD Building Address: 10, Rayu Chambers, HS Road, Panaji	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations, passport Currency Services: Western Union Money Transfer, forex	Tel: (+91-832)228085, 2221448, 2420140 Fax: (+91-832)2435627 Email: airsonicgoa@ttml.co.in
E-ZY TRAVELS Location: Next to Fidalgo Hotel Address: Durga Chambers, Shop No. 8 & 9, 18th June Road, Panaji	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental hotel reservations, passport, visa, immigration assistance, travel and health insurance Currency Services: Western Union Money Transfer, forex, cash advance against credit cards	Tel: (+91-832)2435300, 2425742 Fax: (+91-832)2435301 Email: ezy@vsnl.com
UVI BEACH HOLIDAYS PVT LTD Location: Near Kokeru Restaurant Address: UVI House, Chogm Road, Alto de Porvorim, Bardez	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations	Tel: (+91-832)2412951, 2412952, 2412953 Fax: (+91-832)2412950 Email: office@uvigoa.com
MELO TOURS Location: Behind Meal Makers Shop Address: 202, B-5, Nova Civade Complex, Alto de Porvorim, Bardez	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations, organises transport for events and weddings	Tel: (+91-832)5642920-22 Fax: (+91-832)2410274, 277071 Email: info@melotours.com
TAKE-OFF TRAVELS Location: Next to Sahara Airlines Building Address: A-2, Seagull Building near Municipal Market, Panaji	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental, hotel reservations	Tel: (+91-832)2422586, 09823234335 Fax: (+91-832)2222718 Email: takeofftravels@rediffmail.com
Far Pavilions, 502-506, 5th Floor Kamat Towers, Edc Complex Patto Plaza, Panaji Head Post Office, Goa 403001 Goa, India	Chartered Tour Operator	+91-0832-2438778
Global Aviation Services Pvt. Ltd. in D.B. Road, Goa	Chartered Tour Operator	(+91-832)2220364, (+91-832)2426584
Purshottam Bhagwan & Associates Opp. Azad Maidan, Ormuz Road, Panjim, Goa:-403001	Chartered Tour Operator	[0832] 2230140/41 - 6650505 , 9326127093 - 09326127093 , rajtravels@rajtravels.com
Travel Shop, 15, Trionara Apartments, 1st Floor, Near Municipal Market, Panjim, Goa 403001	Domestic and international travel related services	91- 832-2232020,2424300 Fax :91-832-2436266 E-mail: hello@goatravelshop.com
Alpha Holidays, 407 / 8 / 9, DEMPO TOWER, 16 EDC PATTO PLAZA, PANJIM, GOA 403001, INDIA	Flight, train and bus tickets, car rental hotel reservations, passport, visa, immigration assistance	91 832 2437450 /1/ 2 /3, Fax Number: + 91 832 2437454 E Mail Address: holidays@alphagoa.com
SPLENDOUR HOLIDAYS PVT.LTD 607, Dempo Towers, Patto Plaza, Panaji, Goa 403001, India	Chartered Tour Operator	+91-832-2437633/34/35 Fax no.:+91-832-2437638 Email: resvns2@splendourholidays.com

Where to Stay:
There are three seasons in Goa: high, middle, and low. The high season is from mid-December to the middle of January. During this time, hotel prices can double or triple, and it can be difficult to find a room at any price in some places. Many people renting houses come to Goa in November to get a good place. During the festival of St Francis in early December and during the high season of mid-December to mid-January, accommodations can be tight and prices doubled. The best budget places are in Fontainhas, near the Ourem River. There are no accommodations in Old Goa.

Hotel Magsons Centre

Vivanta by Taj
Location: - Panaji, Goa Address: Dr. D.B. Bandodkar Road , Pin:403001 Phone: 91 832 6633636 Website: www.tajhotels.com email: vivanta.panaji@tajhotels.com Hotel Type: Luxury Rooms:170 Price Range:Rs. 7500 to Rs. 16000 Facilities: Travel and tours desk/ Airport and railway transfers/ Beauty salon/ Fitness centre/ Rooftop swimming pool/ Rooftop observation point/ Jiva spa/ 24-hour in-room dining/ Currency exchange.
Vainguinim Valley Resort
Location: Dona Paula Address: Vainguinim Valley, 184-189, Machado's Cove, Dona Paula, Goa. India. 403 004 Phone: +91 832 245 6689 Website: www.vvrgoa.com/ email: reservations@vvrgoa.com Hotel Type: 5 star boutique and casino hotels Rooms: 53 Price Range: Rs. 9900 To Rs. 17000 Facilities: Central air conditioning / Telephones with STD/IDD lines/ Cable television/ Car rental /Car parking / Laundry service / Conference hall / Gymnasium/Health club/ Credit cards accepted / Safe deposit locker / Swimming pool / Currency exchange service / Health Club and Spa
O’ Pescador
Location:Near Dona Paula Jetty, Dona Paula Phone: 91 832 2453863 / 2453864 Fax: 91 832 2453861 email: info@opescador.com Website: www.opescador.com Hotel Type:2 Star Rooms:25 Price Range:Rs 2500 to Rs. 7000 Facilities: Private sun terrace / Balcony/ Safe deposit lockers / Al Fresco Dining / Seaside Pool & Sun Deck / Air Conditioning / Mini Bar
Goa Marriott Resort
Location: Address: PO Box No 64, Miramar, Panaji - Goa, 403001 India Phone: 91 832 2463333 Fax: 91 832 2463300 Website: www.goamarriottresort.com Hotel Type: Premium Hotel Rooms:188 Price Range: Rs. 10000 To Rs. 30000 Facilities: All rooms have individually controlled a/c and feature balconies that offer garden/river views. Data ports, safe deposit boxes, bath tubs, mini bar & cable TV are standard features. Other amenities include travel desk, swimming pool, internet, laundry, money-changer, health club and spa, 24 hour coffee shop, multi-cuisine restaurant, room service, liquor license.
Hotel Mandovi
Location: On the bank of the river Mandovi, in Panjim. Address: Post Box #164, D.B.Marg, Panaji, Goa – 403001, India Phone: 0832 – 2426270, 2426271, 2426272, 2426273 2424405, 2224406, 2224407, 2224405 Fax: 0832 - 2225451 email: mandovireservation@rediffmail.com Hotel Type: 3 Star Rooms:65 Price Range: From Rs. 1900 To Rs. 15000 Facilities: Well stocked cozy bar, High Tide Bar(8.30 am to 11.00 pm)/ three restaurants- Goenchin, Riveria and Quarterdeck / The pastry shop- Pastelaria/ Travel and tours desk/ Airport and railway transfers/ lockers/ forex/ sightseeing / Room service/ central air-conditioning.
Panjim Inn
Address: E-212, 31st January Road, Fountainhas, Panjim, Goa – 403001, India Phone: +91-832-2226523/2435628/ 2221122/2228136 Fax: 0091-832-2435220 email: panjimin@bsnl.in Website: www.panjiminn.com Hotel Type: 2 Star Rooms:24 Price Range: From Rs. 2000 To Rs. 7200 Facilities: Air-conditioning, Mini-Fridge, Cable Television and electronic safes / The Kitchen serves Local and Continental Cuisine on a Romantic first Floor Verandah Restaurant Overlooking a Street Junction
Hotel Palacio De Goa
Address: Dr. Gama Pinto Road, St. Inez Panjim - Goa - 403001 Phone: + 0832- 2424289, 2426742, 2421785/6 Mob: +91 982315188 Fax: + 0832- 2420296 email: plcedgoa@sancharnet.in Website: www.palaciodegoa.com Hotel Type: Standard Rooms:55 Price Range: From Rs. 1200 To Rs. 2000 Facilities: Room service/ Television/ Hot and cold water supply / STD/ISD / Sightseeing packages/ Accept credit cards/ Travel desk/ Car rental/ Car parking/ Laundry service/ Conference hall/ Safe deposit locker/ In-house restaurant “SPICES”.
Fidalgo Hotel
Address: 18th June Road, Panaji, Goa 403001, India. Phone: 0091- 832 - 2226291 to 99 Extn. 617 Fax: 0091- 832 - 2225061 email: info@hotelfidalgo-goa.com / sales@hotelfidalgo-goa.com Web site: hotelfidalgo-goa.com Hotel Type: 4-Star luxury Rooms: 103 Price Range: From Rs. 4200 To Rs. 13500 Facilities: In-house restaurant ,Travel desk, Conference hall, Credit Cards acceptance, Ayurvedic massage and Swimming pool Restaurants: Aunty Maria- 24 hours coffee shop for quick bites / Mirch Masala-serves the best of Indian cuisine, choice kababs, curries and biryanis, for lunch and dinner/ O Goa- the True Taste of Goan food on a platter/ Legacy of Bombay- offers South Indian & Punjabi, Chaats & Parathas/ Chilli n Spice-A Carnival of Cuisines, Oriental, Italian & Indian/ Bhojan-Truly Gujarati, offers pure veg thali for lunch & dinner.
Hotel Sona
Address: Rua de Ourem, Near Old Patto Bridge, Panjim - Goa Phone: (0832) 2222226 - 2223973 - 2420240 Fax: 91-832-2224425 email: hotelsona@rediffmail.com, vijaymelwani@rediffmail.com Web site: www.hotelsonagoa.com Hotel Type: City Hotel Price Range: From Rs. 1000 To Rs. 1200
Rajadhani Hotel
Address: Dr. Atmaram Borker Road Panjim, Goa, India Phone: 0832 - 2225362 Hotel Type: City Hotel Rooms:35 Price Range: From Rs. 1700 To Rs. 1800 Facilities: In-house restaurant, Room service, Television, Hot and cold water supply, Sightseeing packages, Travel desk, Car rental, Car parking, Laundry service, Conference hall
Ginger Hotel
Address: Plot No. 37, 38, SGO Complex, EDC, Pato, Near Passport Office, Panjim-403 001, Goa Phone: +91 832 664 3333 Fax: +91 832 665 6336 email: reservations.goa@gingerhotels.com Web site: http://www.gingerhotels.com/Goa/Hotel_profile.aspx Hotel Type:Budget Hotel Rooms:137 Price Range: From Rs. 900 To Rs. 1900 Facilities: Restaurant , Net Zone , Sightseeing packages, Accept credit cards, Travel desk, Car rental, Car parking, Laundry service, Conference hall, Gymnasium/Health club, Internet connectivity, Currency exchange service, Safe deposit locker
Bambolim Beach Resort
Location: Located at Nunes Beach and Panjim city is 7 Kms away. Address: Nunes Beach Properties Bambolim, Goa, India 403005 Phone: (91) 832- 2459005 / 2459327 Fax: (91) 832- 2459925 email: sales@bambolimbeachresort.com Web site: :www.bambolimbeachresort.com Hotel Type:3 star Rooms: 122 rooms with 53 sea view cottage rooms / garden view rooms. Price Range:From Rs 2300 to Rs 4200 Facilities: Fully Air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities, satellite TV and tea coffee makers./ Swimming Pool / Multicuisine Restaurants/ Kerala Ayurvedic Centre/ travel desk/ airport transfer.
Menino Regency
Location: 300 Meters (Approx. 30 seconds) from Panjim Church Address: Dr. Dada Vaidya Road Panjim - Goa, INDIA. Phone: +91-832-6641585, +91-832-6641586 +91-832-2426480 Fax: +91-832-2235180 email: themeninoregency@yahoo.co.in Web site: www.meninoregency.com Hotel Type:General Rooms:45 Price Range: Facilities: Travel desk, Car parking, Laundry service, Room service, Hot and cold water, and Safe deposit locker Restaurant: Chincharm – Restaurant specialized in Chinese, where we serve authentic Chinese, Thai, Malaysian and Indonesian besides our Goan dishes
Hotel Nova Goa
Location: located in the heart of Panjim city (Capital), 10 km. from the Karmali railway station & 29 km. from Dabolim Airport. Address: Dr. A. B. Road, Panaji - 403 001, Goa - India Phone: (0832) 2226231 to 2226237 Fax: (0832) 2224958 email: novagoa@bsnl.in , sales@hotelnovagoa.com Web site: www.hotelnovagoa.com Hotel Type: 3 star Rooms:88 ( 9 Standard, 40 Superior, 32 Deluxe, 7 Suites). Price Range: From Rs. 2500 To Rs. 4000 Facilities: Centrally A/C/ Running Hot & Cold water / Poolside Barbecue/ Deluxe rooms & suites with bath-tub & refrigerator / Swimming Pool / C.C.T.V. with Satellite channels / AC Restaurant and Bar
Panaji Residency
Address: Near Secreteriate, Panaji, Goa Phone: + 91 0832 2223396/2227103 Fax: + 91 0832 2423926 / 2420779 email: panjimresidency@goa-tourism.com Web site: www.goa-tourism.com Hotel Type: Budget Rooms:45 Price Range: From Rs. 1300 To Rs. 2200 Facilities: Aparant -the handicrafts store with only Goan handicraft items made by Goan artists on display / Ruchira- the multi-cuisine restaurant that serves a mouth watering array of delicious fare and the best liquors at its well-stocked bar/ Travel Desk/ Daily sightseeing tours/ Daily river cruises/ Major credit cards accepted
MANOSHANTI
Address: Behind E.D.C. House, Dr Dada Vaidhya Road, Panaji - Goa 403001, INDIA Phone: (+91) 0832-2224824, 2227997 Fax: (+91) 0832-2220654 email: hotelmanoshanti@dataone.in Web site: www.hotelmanoshanti.co.in Hotel Type: General Rooms:30 Price Range: From Rs. 1400 To Rs. 2800 Facilities: Each room is well furnished with Wardrobe, Refrigerator with Mini Bar, dressing table, bedside table, teapoy, and cushioned chairs all made of Burma teak. / COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST / 24 hours cold and hot water/Individually controlled air conditioners/ TVs with satellite channels/ Car hire and sightseeing services/ Padmaja Restaurant with pub.
Ashol Plaza Hotel
Address: Samrat Ashok Theater Complex, 18th June Road, Panjim, Goa, India Phone: 0832 - 2436979 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type:2 star Rooms:25 Price Range: From Rs. 800 To Rs. 900 Facilities: Room service, Television, Hot and cold water supply, Accept credit cards, Doctor on call, Travel desk, Car rental, Car parking, Laundry service, Safe deposit locker,Fax , Sukhsagar Restaurant .
Hotel Bernardo
Location: Near Cidade de Goa , Dona Paula Address: Bella Vista Colony, Dona Paula Phone: +91-832-2453250/153 Hotel Type:Standard Rooms: 19 Price Range: From Rs. 450 to Rs. 1000 Facilities: Breakfast served, laundry, attached bathroom, hot water
Hotel Blue Bay
Address: Beach Road, Caranzalem, Miramar Phone: +91-832-2464881-87 Hotel Type: 1 Star Rooms:12 Price Range:From Rs. 1000 to Rs. 1200 Facilities: Restaurant, bar, laundry, room service, hot water, TV
Hotel Check Inn
Address: Durga Chambers, 18th June Road, Near Titan Showroom. Phone: +91-832-2228477/2421738 Fax: +91-832-2430755 email: Web site: Hotel Type:Standard Rooms:15 Price Range:From Rs. 350 to Rs. 1050 Facilities: Restaurant, bar, travel desk, lockers, laundry, TV, Accept credit cards
Delmon Hotel
Address: Caetano de Albuquerque Road, Panjim, Goa,403001 INDIA Phone: (0091-832) 2226846/7, 2420464/5 Fax: (0091-832) 2223527 email: srs@alcongoa.com / delmon@bsnl.in Web site: www.alcongoa.com/hdel.html Hotel Type:3 Star Rooms: 38 deluxe and 9 super deluxe well designed AC rooms. Price Range: From Rs. 1800 to Rs. 2500 Facilities: Centrally air-conditioned with CCTV, telephone with ISD and STD facilities, room service, laundry and wireless internet connectivity / rooftop conference cum banquet hall / multi-cuisine restaurant and bar / fast food & ice cream parlour / car rentals / sight seeing tours and boat cruises arranged / Accept credit cards.
Hotel Goa International
Address: Near Tonca, Miramar, Caranzalem Goa, India Phone: +91-832-2461186/04/2217 Fax: +91-832-2462188 email: Web site: Hotel Type: 3 Star Rooms: 35 Price Range: From Rs. 900 to Rs.2500 Facilities: Restaurant, bar, room service, hot water, TV, intercom
Hotel Gopika International
Location: 5 mins walk from the Miramar beach Address: B-15, St. Mary's Colony, Miramar, Goa, India Phone: +91-832-5641628, 2462894 Fax: +91-832-2224430 email: Web site: Hotel Type:Standard Rooms:14 Price Range: From Rs. 1000 To Rs. 1500 Facilities: Restaurant, travel assistance, sightseeing tours organised, airport transfers, laundry, room service, attached bath, hot water, TV
Hotel Joia D'Goa
Location: Near Old Goa Police Station Address: Survey No. 2, Panelim, St. Pedro, Old Goa Phone: +91-832-5641780 Fax: +91-832-5644510 email: Web site: Hotel Type: Standard Rooms:22 Price Range:From Rs. 800 to Rs. 3500 Facilities: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, games, travel desk, lockers, forex, attached bath, cable TV
Hotel La Grande
Location: Near Muncipal Council, 33 km away from Dabolim airport, The nearest bus stand is Panjim bus stand and it is 1 km away. Address: 18 June Road, NearMunicipality, Panjim, Goa, India Phone: +91-832-2225453-54 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Standard Rooms:24 Deluxe rooms Price Range: From Rs. 1200 To Rs. 2000 Facilities: Ritz Classic Restaurant, travel desk, laundry, lockers, hot water, TV
Hotel London
Address: Miramar Beach, Panjim, Goa, India. Phone: +91-832-2463947 Fax: +91-832-2463947 email: Web site: Hotel Type:Standard Rooms:16 Price Range: Rs. 700 onwards Facilities: Pool parlour, laundry, room service, hot water, TV
Hotel Manvins
Address: Municipal Gardens/Church Square, Panjim - Goa. Phone: +91-832-2224412/8305/8405 Fax: +91-832-2223231 email: hotelmanvins@gmail.com / manvins@bsnl.in Web site: www.goamanvins.com Hotel Type: 3 Star Rooms: 45 Price Range: From Rs. 1000 To Rs. 1900 Facilities: Roof Top Garden Restaurant, Underground Arena disco, gym forex, airport/station transfers, sightseeing, room service, en-suite bathrooms, hot water, cable TV, ISD , Forex
Hotel Park Plaza
Location: Short walk from Menezes Braganca Institute, Police HQ and Ferry Crossing Address: Azad Maidan, Panjim, Goa, India 403 001. Phone: +91-832-2422601-03/ 09822144444 Fax: +91-832-2225635 email: hotelparkplaza@gmail.com Web site: www.hotelparkplazagoa.com Hotel Type: 3 Star Rooms: 37 Price Range: From Rs. 800 To Rs. 2000 Facilities: Suites, A/C, non-A/C rooms, Attached baths, Hot and cold water, Private balconies, Close circuit colour TVs with star network, Telephone in all rooms, Lift for all floors, Secretarial services, Laundry, Doctors on call, Car Rental, Sight-seeing tours, Railway/Airport transport on request, River cruises, Private car parking space, Room service, Air conditioned bar & restaurant, Conference halls, Exhibition halls, accept all major credit cards.
Hotel Seema
Location: Near Old Goa Church Address: Sao Pedro, Old Goa Road, Ribandar, Goa -403006 Phone: +91-832-2444173/2444172 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: 1 Star Rooms:32 Price Range:From Rs. 800-2200 Facilities: Serena Restaurant, bar, sightseeing tours and river cruises arranged, airport/railway station transfers, room service, cable TV, intercom with STD, , accept all major credit cards
La Capital Hotel
Location: La Capitol Hotel is located next to Custom House in MG Road. Address: Next to Custom House, M.G.Road, Panaji-Goa, INDIA. Phone: 91-832-2231050, 2231060, 2223304 Fax: +91-832- 2224097 email: hotellacapitol@gmail.com Web site: www.lawandegroup.com Hotel Type: 2 Star Rooms:18(A/C, Non A/C Deluxe rooms ). Price Range: From Rs. 1100 To Rs. 1300 Facilities: Vinanti Restaurant (only Breakfast), bar with live music, laundry, lockers, room service, travel desk, attached bathrooms, hot water, accept all major credit cards.
Miramar Residency
Address: Miramar Beach, Miramar, Goa – 403004, India Phone: + 91 0832 2463811 / 2464154/ +91 9689917287 Fax: +91 0832 2423926 / 2420779 email: miramarresidency@goa-tourism.com Web site: www.goa-tourism.com Hotel Type: 2 Star Rooms:60 Price Range: From Rs. 1300 To Rs. 3300 Facilities: Flat screen T. V set with cable facility, Travel Desk, Foodland Restaurant and bar, Daily Sightseeing Tours, accept all major credit cards.
Old Goa Heritave View
Address: Near St Francis Church, Old Goa Phone: + 91 0832 2285327/2285013/ +91 9881465776 Fax: + 91 0832 2423926 / 2420779 email: oldgoa@goa-tourism.com Web site: www.goa-tourism.com Hotel Type: Guest House Rooms: 45 Price Range:From Rs. 600 to Rs. 1100 Facilities: Restaurant “Sukhsagar” which caters to a wide variety of tastes, Room service, TV, hot water, sightseeing
Riomar Beach Resort, Miramar
Address: Dayanand Bhandarkar Marg, Miramar, Goa – 403001, India Phone: +91-832-2462003 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: 1 Star Rooms:12 Price Range: From Rs. 700 To Rs. 1100 Facilities: Restaurant, bar, laundry, room service, hot water, phone, airport transfer
Swim Sea Beach Resort, Miramar
Address: Swimsea Beach Resort, Caranzalem Beach, Miramar Stretch, Goa, India Phone: +91 9930810825 / +91 9224772346 Fax: +91-832-24664480 email: info@swimseabeachresort.com or reservations@swimseabeachresort.com Web site: www.swimsea.com Hotel Type: 1 Star Rooms: 46 Price Range:From Rs. 1100 to Rs. 1900 Facilities: Cable television, attached baths with hot & cold shower / water , in-house Mermaid Restaurant, Garden Bar & Restaurant , Car rental facility , Major credit cards accepted , Safe deposit lockers , Swimming pool , Boat cruises for groups .
The International Centre, Dona Paula
Address: Goa University Road, Dona Paula Post Office, Dona Paula, Goa - 403 004, INDIA Phone: +91 832 2452805 to 2452810 Fax: +91 832 2452 812 email: res@incentgoa.com Web site: www.internationalcentregoa.com Hotel Type: 2 Star Rooms:43 Price Range:From Rs. 1500 to Rs. 5400 Facilities: Cable T.V.,wifi internet and STD/ ISD facilities, Restaurants- SPICES, PALKI(A bar cum private dining room).
Prainha Cottages, Dona Paula
Address: Dona Paula, Goa - 403004, India Phone: (0832) 2453881/2/3 , 6453892 Fax: Fax: (0832) 2453884 email: prainha@bsnl.in Web site: www.prainha.com Hotel Type: 3 Stars Rooms:45 (4 are Madeira Cottages, 11 Sea View Cottage rooms, 12 Sea View rooms and the remaining 18 are Garden View rooms). Price Range: From Rs. 3500 To Rs. 6500 Facilities: Games, Attached Bath, H/C Running Water, Telephone, Fax, Restaurant, Bar, Safe Deposit Lockers, C.C.T.V. with Satellite Channels, Laundry, Postal services, Airport Pick-Up on Request, Laundry Service, Gift Shop, Baby Sitting, Doctor on Call, Swimming Pool, Sunbeds, major credit cars accepted.
Villa Sol, Dona Paula
Address: Ashwin Resorts Pvt Ltd, University road, Dona Paula, Goa, India Phone: +91-832-2453052 Fax: +91-832-2453144 email: Web site: www.villasolgoa.com Hotel Type: General Rooms: 28 (16 rooms face the swimming pool and the sea). Price Range: From Rs. 1800 Facilities: Orchid, the multi cuisine restaurant offers the very best in Goan, Portuguese, Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine, bar, Air Conditioning Room, Running hot and cold water, Television in the room with satellite channels , swimming pool, travel desk, Room service, major credit card accepted.
Casa Tropicana, Dona Paula
Address: Jetty Road, Opposite Government High School, Dona Paula, Goa-403004, India. Phone: 0832 2492004/ 09422063961 / 09822143743 Fax: email: Web site: www.casatropicanagoa.com Hotel Type:Beach Hotel Rooms:6 Price Range: From Rs. 2500 Facilities: Swimming pool , LCD Television , Rooms have a balcony , Housekeeping and other services
Hotel Bernardo, Dona Paula
Address: Near Cidade de Goa, Bella Vista Colony, Dona Paula Phone: +91-832-2453250/153 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: 50 Rooms: Price Range: Facilities:
Dukes Villa, Miramar
Address: 13/394, Dukes Villa, near Goa Marriott Resort, Miramar, Panaji - Goa 403001. Phone: (+91 832) 3292737/ (+91) 9326102693/ (+91) 9326102694 Fax: (+91 832) 2464007 email: dukesgoa@yahoo.com Web site: www.goanholidays.com Hotel Type: 3 Star Rooms:8 , Ground Floor (Fully Air-conditioned)- three bedroom apartment, First Floor-3 Double bedroom apartment/suite, Second Floor-2 Double bedroom apartment/suite Price Range: Facilities: Travel desk, Ayurvedic health centre, adventure/water sports tours organised, kitchen, TV
Solmar Hotel
Address: Hotel Solmar, Miramar beach, Panjim - Goa, Pin Code- 403 001, India Phone:(0832)2464121/2461342 Fax: email: Web site: www.hotelsolmar.com Hotel Type: 2 Star Rooms:38 (which include Standard rooms, Superior rooms and Deluxe rooms). Price Range: From Rs. 1500 To Rs. 3000 Facilities: Swimming Pool , Garden Bar & Restuarant , Ample car parking space , Banquet hall with dance floor & stage , Doctor on call, Fax, Courier, Laundry, Travel Assistance,Local sightseeing assistance, Room service, Credit card accepted
Hotel Pete's Hidaway
Address: 13/ 417 Youth Hostel Road, Opp. Goa Marriot Resort, Miramar , Panaji , Goa 403001, INDIA. Phone: +91 832 2463144/ 2463145 Fax: +91-832-2464031 email: :-reservations@hotelpeteshideaway.com Web site: www.hotelpeteshideaway.com Hotel Type: Rooms:11 (NON AC/ AC DOUBLE/ AC LARGE/ AC TRIPLE) Price Range: Rs. 500 to Rs. 3500 Facilities: Attached bathrooms , 24 hours hot and cold water, Travel desk, airport transfers, laundry, room service (only for breakfast and beverages), TV
Hotel Libdoran
Address: Miramar, Caranzalem, Goa. India Phone: +91-832-2461298/518 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:17 Price Range: From Rs. 350 Facilities: Albahaar Restaurant, bar, laundry, room service, hot water, TV on request

Address: 707 DB Marg, Miramar, Goa – 403001, India Phone: +91-832-2463700-04 Fax: +91-832-2463705 email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:10 Price Range: From Rs. 600 Facilities: Restaurant, bar, ice cream parlour, supermarket, Internet, room service, TV , Major Credit card accepted
Seabird Homestay
Address: 44 Lake View, Miramar, Goa – 403001, India Phone: +(91)-(832)-2463239 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:2 Price Range: From Rs. 3500 (a month, 1 to 4 people per room) Facilities: Full furnished, kitchen, fridge
Sohni Holiday Inn, Miramar
Address: Miramar, Youth Hostel Road, Miramar, Goa, India Phone: 0832 - 2463274 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: General Rooms:20 Price Range: From Rs. 600 To Rs. 1000 Facilities: Cable TV. Coffee Shop, 24-hr in room dining
Keni's Hotel
Location: Panjim bus stand and it is 3 km away Address: 18th June Road, Panjim, Goa, India Phone: +91-832-2224581-82 Fax: +91-832-2435225 email: Web site: Hotel Type: General Rooms: 38 rooms (Single rooms, Double rooms and Non-Ac rooms). Price Range: From Rs. 600 To Rs. 1200 Facilities: Keni's Restaurant, bar, laundry, hot water, TV , Room service , Hot and cold water supply
Hotel Missel , Old Goa
Address: Ribandar, Near Police Station, Goa-403000, India Phone: +91-832-2444312/110/006 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type:General Rooms:12 Price Range: From Rs. 300 Facilities: Laundry, room service, attached bath
El Paso Hotel
Address: 484, Compal Colony, Miramar, Panjim Goa – 403001, India Phone: 0832 – 2464313/246898 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type:General Rooms:12(classified as Double rooms and 4 Bedded rooms). Price Range: From Rs. 700 To Rs. 1000 Facilities: Room service, Television, Hot and cold water supply, Doctor on call, Travel desk, Car rental , Car parking Laundry service, Business centre, Bar/Pub, Restaurant.
Campal Beach Resort
Address: Campal Beach Resort, Opp. Swimming Pool, Near Indoor Stadium, D.B.Bandodkar Marg, Campal, Panjim Goa, India - 403001 Phone: +91 (0)832 2463027/2421361/2463238/ +91 9822101902 Fax: +91 (0)832 2463278 email: varghese@campalbeachresort.com Web site: campalbeachresort.com Hotel Type:Budget Resort Rooms:35(Air conditioned) Price Range: From Rs. 800 To Rs. 1200 Facilities: attached bath, 24 hr running Hot and Cold Water, Cable TV, Telephone, Credit Cards and Room Service, doctor on call, laundry, safe deposit and locker facility, exchange, travel arrangement, car rental, sightseeing tours and boat cruises.
Devaaya Ayurveda Spa Resort
Address: Malar, Divar Island Ilhas, Goa – 403403, India Phone: 0832 - 2280500 Fax: 0832 - 2280678 email: info@devaaya.com or reservations@alconvictorgroup.com Web site: www.devaaya.com Hotel Type:5 Stars Rooms:60 Price Range: From Rs. 4500 Facilities: Doctor on call, Travel desk, Swimming pool, facility to play Basket Ball and Tennis, Ayurveda massage, and Yoga, sightseeing packages to the tourists, Bar/lounge, Jacuzzi, Full-sevices health spa, Sauna, Cable/satellite TV, three diet centres- Malar, Manos and Amboi, Ayrvedic Pharmacy.
La Grande Hotel
Address: Opp Health Center, Waghle Vision, 18th June Road, Panaji, Goa - 403001 Phone: +(91)-(832)-2225453, 2225454 Fax: +(91)-(832)-2220693 email: Web site: Hotel Type:City Hotel Rooms:24 Price Range: From Rs. 1200 To Rs. 2000 Facilities: They provide sightseeing packages to the tourists. There is an in-house restaurant, Doctor on call, Fax Facility, Laundry Service, No. of Restaurants - 1 Pub
Ambika Hotel
Address: John Paul Bldg, Near Church Square Behind Kamat Hotel, Panaji, Goa - 403001 Phone: +(91)-(832)-2224987, 2435549 Fax: +(91)-(832)-6644446 email: Web site: Hotel Type:General Rooms:11 Price Range: From Rs. 500 To Rs. 700 Facilities: Room service, Television, Hot and cold water supply, STD/ISD, Accept credit cards, Doctor on call, Travel desk
Sunrise Hotel
Address: 18th June Road, Opp.Education Department, Panjim, North Goa, Goa, India Phone: 0832 - 2223960 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms: 35 rooms, which are classified as Ac and Non-Ac rooms. Price Range: From Rs. 800 Facilities:
Ameya Hotel, Panjim
Address: Opp Std.inez Church, Panjim, North Goa, Goa India Phone: 0832-2426620/2226133 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms: Price Range:From Rs. 800 Facilities:
Hotel Blessings, Panaji
Address: M. G. Road , Lane II, Behind Shiv Sagar Restaurant, Near Rizvi Chambers, Panaji, Tiswadi, Goa – 403 001. Phone: Ph.: (0832) 6514146, 2224770 Fax: email: sachin@hotelblessings.com Web site: www.hotelblessings.com Hotel Type: Rooms: 18 rooms, consisting of double-bedded, triple bedded and AC rooms. Price Range: From Rs. 750 To Rs. 1100 Facilities: All rooms are equipped with color TVs with satellite connection, telephone (Local/STD calling facility), attached bath with hot/cold water supply 24 hours a day, Sight seeing tours, Bus/Railway bookings, Arrangement of meals in rooms, Lift available for all floors, All major Credit Cards are accepted.
Golden Goa Hotel
Address: Dr. Atmaram Borkar Road Panaji, Goa, India Phone: 0832 - 2226231 / 2226237 Fax: 0832 - 2224958 email: Web site: Hotel Type:3 Stars Rooms: 88 rooms, which are classified as Standard rooms, Superior rooms, Deluxe rooms, Executive Deluxe rooms and Deluxe suites. Price Range: From Rs. 2500 To Rs. 4000 Facilities: Bath-tub & Refrigerator, Swimming Pool, Gymnasium with latest exercise-machines, Room service, Television, Hot and cold water supply, STD/ISD, Internet connectivity, Doctor on call, Car parking, Laundry service, Conference hall, Safe deposit locker, Swimming pool, Currency exchange service, Fax, Business centre,
Aroma Hotel
Address: Cunha Rivara Road, Opp. Municipal Garden, Panjim, Goa – 403001, India Phone: (832) - 2423519 , 2228310 Fax: email: Web site: www.hotelaromagoa.com Hotel Type: Budget Rooms:27 Price Range: From Rs. 1500 To Rs. 3500 Facilities: well appointed work desk, Room Service, H/C running water, Telephone, T.V. Doctor on call, Laundry, Safe Deposit , mini bar in few rooms, The onsite restaurant in Hotel Aroma, Goa named Sher-e-Punjab serves wide range of delicious Punjabi and Indian delicacies. currency exchange.
Neptune Deluxe Hotel, Panjim
Address: Opp New Municipal Market, Panjim, Goa, India Phone: +(91)-(832)-2227867, 2227877, 2227896 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms: Price Range: Rs. 900 - 1200 Facilities:
Branco Guest House, Panjim
Address: Tamdi Mati, Caranzalem, Panjim, Goa – 403001, India Phone: 0832 - 2224036 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: General Rooms: Price Range: From Rs. 500 Facilities:
Arcadia Hotel, Panjim, Goa
Address: M G Road, Panjim, North Goa, Goa, India Phone: +(91)-(832)-2220140, 2226727/ +(91)-9326012773 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:12 Price Range: Facilities: Hot shower, nice toilet, Cable TV, room service, Bar/Pub, restaurant
KISMET HOTEL
Address: Near Municipal Market, Panaji Market,Goa Phone: +(91)-(832)-2223729 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: General Rooms:25 Price Range: Rs. 600 - 1200 Facilities:
Pleasure Island Resort, The, Panjim
Address: Divar Island, Ilhas, Goa – 403402, India Phone: 0832 - 2280505 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: River/Backwater Rooms: 28 air conditioned heritage resort rooms and 3 country villas Price Range: Rs. 800 Facilities: A swimming pool with waterslide, inbuilt jacuzzi, sunken bar and pool cafe , health spa, gymnasium, massage parlor, card and board room, pool games, table tennis, roller blading, tennis, biking, jogging, boating, fishing , Aqua-Sports from the resort’s own private jetty, Riverside multi-cuisine restaurant.
Bareton Hotel, Panjim
Address: Near Head Post Office, Luis Menezes Road, Panjim, Goa – 403001, India Phone: +(91)-(832)-2226405 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:15 Price Range: From Rs. 600 Facilities:
Adarsh Niwas, Hotel
Address: Opp. Gomantak press, Dr.Breganza Road, Panjim, Goa – 403001, India Phone: 0832 - 2226212 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: General Rooms:7 Price Range: From Rs. 500 Facilities:
Mayfair Hotel, Panjim
Address: Near Mahalaxmi Temple, Dr Dada Vaidya Road, Panaji Market, Goa Phone: +(91)-(832)-2223317, 2230457, 2225772 Fax: +(91)-(832)-2230068 email: mayfair@goatelecom.com Web site: Hotel Type:3 Star Rooms:58 Price Range: Rs. 950 Facilities: telephone, tea/coffee maker, cable television, attached bath with running water , swimming pool, health club, sauna, Jacuzzi, shopping mall and Ayurvedic Massage Centre etc.
Embassy Hotel,Panjim
Address: Corte De Oiteiro, Emidio Garcia Road, Panaji Market, Goa Phone: +(91)-(832)-2226019 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: City Hotel Rooms:12 Price Range: From Rs. 600 Facilities: Room service, Television, Hot and cold water supply. STD/ISD, in-house restaurant.
Indira Niwas Hotel
Location: Near Municipal Market Address: Trionara Apartment, General Costa Alvares Road, Panaji ho, Goa-403001 Phone: Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: 3 Star Rooms: 15 Price Range: Facilities: Coffee shop, Conference rooms, Gym, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, Travel Desk, WI-FI connectivity
Mamas Cozinha
Address: Near Municipal Market, Lar Commercial Center, Ground Floor, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: (0832) 2426081 , (0832) 6522334 Fax: email: hotel_succegado@yahoo.com Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:18 Price Range: Facilities:
Bela Hotel
Address: 433, Miramar, DB Marg, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: +(91)-(832)-2462275, 2246474/ +(91)-9823196519 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:17 Price Range: Facilities: Bar/Pub, Restaurant
Sun N Sand, Panaji
Address: Bairo Alto Dos Pilotos, Jose Falcao Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: +(91)-(832)-2400000 Fax: +(91)-(832)-2400010 email: resgoa@sunnsandhotel.com Web site: Hotel Type: 5 Star Rooms: 43(Superior Room/Superior River View Room/ Executive Room/ Deluxe Room/ Junior Suite Room/ Suite Room) Price Range:From Rs. 3500 to Rs. 10000 Facilities: 24 hr In-Room dining, Bar/Pub, Business Centre, Clubs & Discotheques, Coffee shop, Conference rooms, Gym, Restaurant-Aqua, sports facilities, Swimming Pool, Travel Desk, WI-FI connectivity
Dhond Hotel, Panaji
Address: Dr. Dada Vaidya Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001(Below ATC Building) Phone: (0832) 2227997 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:29 Price Range: Facilities: 24 hr In-Room dining, Bar/Pub, Conference rooms, Gym, Restaurant, Travel Desk
Swapna Hotel
Address: Patto Plaza, Patto Bridge Nr Ktc Bust Stand, Panaji Market, Goa Phone: +(91)-(832)-2438022 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:20 Price Range: Facilities:
Hotel Guimaka
Address: A-495, Dr. Wolfango De Silva Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: (0832) 2227894 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:25 Price Range: Facilities: Bar/Pub, Restaurant
Liberty Hotel, Panaji
Location: Near Don Bosco High School Address: 162, Governador Pestana Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: (0832) 2221055 \| 9822484485 Fax: email: hotellibertygoa@sify.com Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:21 Price Range: Facilities: Bar/Pub, Restaurant, Travel Desk
Hotel Marigold, Panaji
Location: Beside Ruchi Restaurant Address: NIO Colony, Patto, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: +91 832 663 63 63/243 89 89 Fax: +91 832 663 63 33 email: marigoldhotel@gmail.com, or info@marigoldhotel.com Web site: www.marigoldhotel.com Hotel Type: 3 Star Rooms:34( Executive/Elite) Price Range:From Rs. 2000 to Rs. 5500 Facilities: 24 hr In-Room dining, Business Centre, Restaurant, Travel Desk, Cable TV, Internet access.
Republica Hotel, Panaji
Location: Opposite Old Secretariat Address: 18th June Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: (0832) 2223958 , (0832) 2224630 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:22 Price Range: Facilities: Bar/Pub, Restaurant, Travel Desk
Vrindavan Hotel, Panaji
Location: Near KTC Bus Stand Address: Vrindavan Chamber, 1st Floor, Above Ruchi Hotel, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: (0832) 2438575 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: 1 Star Rooms:24 Price Range: Facilities: Bar/Pub, Restaurant, Swimming Pool
Gulf Goans Hotel, Panaji
Location: Near Citi Centre Address: 207/208, Patto Plaza, 2nd Floor, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: 3 Star Rooms:75 Price Range: Facilities: Bar/Pub, Business Centre, Coffee shop, Conference rooms, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, Cable TV, Internet access.
Darius Myles Hotels, Panaji
Location: Beside Bharat Petrol Pump Address: 7/11, Nileside Corporate Hub, 7th Floor, Patto Plaza, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:20 Price Range: Facilities: Restaurant
Ria Residency Hotel, Panaji
Location: Near Tople High School Address: Mala, Panaji Main Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: +(91)-(832)-2220002, 2420002 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:11 Price Range: Facilities: 24 hr In-Room dining, Restaurant, Travel Desk
Silken Sands Hotels Private Limited, Panaji
Location: Near Dando Ground Address: Plot No 22 & 23 Adsurlim, Dando Grd Salcete, P O Benavlim, Goa Head Post Office, Goa Phone: +(91)-8322789768/69/ +(91)-9820039980, 9820046271 Fax: +(91)-8322789774 email: silkensands@sancharnet.in Web site:www. silkensands.com Hotel Type: 3 Star Rooms:28 Price Range:From Rs. 1800 to Rs. 6000 Facilities: AC, TV, , Mini bar, 24 hrs Hot and Cold Water, Swimming Pool/ Kids Pool/ Jacuzzi, Ayurvedic Massage Parlour, Wi-fi Internet Facility, Multi cuisine Bar and Restaurant, Major Credit Cards accepted, Travel counter for daliy tours, sight seeing, bus tickets, railway tickets.
Ruchi, Panaji
Location: Near KTC Bus Stand Address: Vrindavan Chambers, Patto Plaza, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: (0832) 2438576 , (0832) 2438575 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:24 Price Range: Facilities: 24 hr In-Room dining, Bar/Pub, Restaurant
Regos Hotel, Panaji
Location: Near KTC Bus Stand Address: Reva Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: (0832) 2438073 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:20 Price Range: Facilities: Bar/Pub, Restaurant
Avanti Hotel, Panaji
Location: Near Union Bank Address: Rua de Ourem, Qurem Creek, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: +(91)-(832)-2427179, 2435884/+(91)-9822167005 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:8 Price Range: Facilities: 24 hr In-Room dining, Bar/Pub, Restaurant
Palace Hotel, Panaji
Location: Behind Secretariat Address: Jose Falcao Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: +(91)-(832)-2224810 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type:3 Stars Rooms:15 Price Range: Facilities: 24 hr In-Room dining, Business Centre, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, Travel Desk, WI-FI connectivity
Comfort Hotel, Panaji
Location: Near Geeta Bakery Address: Karmali Glass Tower, Nr Geeta Bakery, S V Road, Panaji Market, Goa Phone: +(91)-(832)-2420760 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:45 Price Range: Facilities: Restaurant
Virashree Hotel, Panaji
Location: Opposite Mahalaxmi Temple Address: Dr. Dada Vaidya Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: (0832) 2226656 , (0832) 6641317 Fax: email: tchaitanya@hotmail.com Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:20 Price Range: Facilities: Restaurant, Credit Cards Accepted
Franks Inn Hotel, Panaji
Location: Behind Sher-E-Punjab Address: Frank Chambers, Menezes Road, 18th June Road, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: +(91)-(832)-2226716 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: 1 Star Rooms:8 Price Range: Facilities: Bar/Pub, Restaurant, Travel Desk
Hotel Viva Goa International, Panaji
Location: Behind Bal Bhavan Address: Campal, Panaji ho, Goa- 403001 Phone: 9822982523 , 9552612566 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:18 Price Range:From Rs 2001 Facilities: 24 hr In-Room dining, Restaurant, Swimming pool, Fitness Centre.
Goa Highridge Hotel, Dona Paula
Location: Behind Dona Paula IT Park Address: 171, Nagalli Hills, Dona Paula, Goa- 403004 Phone: (0832) 2452222 Fax: email: Web site: Hotel Type: Rooms:17 Price Range: Facilities: Bar/Pub, Not Available, Restaurant-'LORDS-CHEF', Swimming Pool, Travel Desk, WI-FI connectivity

Bus services to and from GOA

noreply@blogger.com (travelguru) — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 09:57:00 +0000

Goa has an elaborate network of roadways, which connect it with major metropolitan cities in India like Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai, Trivandrum through the intricate network of National Highways (NH - 4A, NH -17 and NH -17A).Road Network of Goa has in all 224 km of National highway, 232 km of state highway and 815 km of district highway, thus Road Network of Goa is quite well developed here.
There are bus services operating between Goa and most towns and cities in the neighboring areas such as Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Mangalore etc. These modes of conveyance can be availed at fairly regular intervals throughout the day.The tourists can choose from a variety of buses ranging from economic to semi-sleeper and sleeper coaches to deluxe Air-conditioned buses.
NH 17 together with NH 4 connects Mumbai and Pune. Approximate distance from Mumbai to Goa is 580 km ( 360 miles). Pune to Goa ( Panaji) the distance is 420 km ( 260miles).NH 17 connects the northern and southern states around Goa like Maharastra, Karnataka and even Kerala.Within Goa NH 17 passes via major towns like Panaji and Margao.
Click on the respective links for Schedules:

Pune- Goa- Pune
Mumbai-Goa-Mumbai
Bangaluru-Goa-Bangaluru
Hyderabad-Goa-Hyderabad

Pune- Goa- Pune
Travel Agency	Boarding Point	Dep. Time	Arr. Time	Bus Type
Gogte Travels, Near Laxminarayan Theter, Mitramandal Chowk, Swargate, Pune	Swargate	07:00 PM/ 08:00 PM	06:00 AM/ 07:00 AM	Bus with sleeper berths / Volvo bus with AC
Modern Travels, Near Swami Vivekanand Statue, Pune Satara Rd, Pune	Padmavati Parking	08:30 PM/ 09.00 PM/ 09:30 PM	07:00 AM / 07:00 AM / 0.7.00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
Neeta Travels,Bharat Lodge, Opp. Hotel Kamat, Jangli Maharaj Rd. Ph :(020)25570436/25570437	Mobos Court Opp. Wadia College	10:00 PM	09:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC & SL
Paulo Travels, Jedhe Park Bldg, 248/1+2, Shop No - 1, Ground Floor, Rasta Peth, Near Hotel Shantai, PUNE - 411011 Tel.:(020)26139450 / 26051791	swargate	07:00 AM/ 10:15 PM	06:30 PM / 08:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
Taj Tours and Travels Pune	Opp Kadamba Busstand,Madgaon	05:00 PM / 05:30 PM	07:00 AM / 08:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
Neeta Travels, C-11,Carbozo Building Near Kadamba Bus Stand Opp. Ambedkar Garden Ph: (0832)2438088/6642492	Margaon K.T.C Bus Stand	08:00 PM	07:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC & SL
Paulo Travels, G1 - Cardozo Bldg., Near Kadamba Bus Stand, Panjim, Goa Tel:(0832)2438531 /32/33/34/35	Margaon	06:30 PM/ 08:00 PM	06:30 AM/ 06:30 AM	Volvo bus with AC & SL /Volvo bus with AC
Fernandes Tours and Travels, DB Marg, Panjim Tel:(0832)2228858	Margaon	06:30 PM	07:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
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Mumbai-Goa-Mumbai
Travel Agency	Boarding Point	Dep. Time	Arr. Time	Bus Type
Paulo Travels, Chinchpokli Lane, Bandra (W) Tel.:(022)26433023 / 26436764 / 26518958 / 26409952	Dhobitalao-Fashion Street	07:30PM/ 08:00 PM/	09:30 AM/ 09:30 AM	Volvo bus with AC & SL
METROLINES, Office No 6, Viraj Towers,Jari Mari Road, Bandra(W) Mumbai 400 050. 022- 26432026 / 26420182 /9702507557	Borivali(W)	06:30 PM/ 07:00 PM		Volvo bus with AC/ Volvo bus with AC & SL
Neeta Travels, 19,Saraswati Niwas, Rokadia Lane, S.V.P. Road,Borivali(W) Ph:(022)2890-2666/ 28904843	Borivali [W] Neeta Tr. Opp.Gokul Hotel	08:30 PM	09:45 AM	Volvo bus with AC & SL
Modern Chandini Travels Mumbai	Dhobitalao	07:30 PM	09:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
Konduskar-Manish-Saish Travels Mumbai	Borivali(W)	07:30 PM	08:30 AM	Volvo bus with AC
Taj Tours and Travels	Margaon	05:30 PM/ 06:00 PM	09:00 AM/ 09:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
Paulo Travels, G1 - Cardozo Bldg., Near Kadamba Bus Stand, Panjim, Goa Tel:(0832)2438531 /32/33/34/35	Margaon	08:00 PM/ 06:15 PM	09:30 AM/ 09:03 AM	Volvo bus with AC & SL/ Volvo bus with AC
Neeta Travels,C-11,Carbozo Building Near Kadamba Bus Stand Opp. Ambedkar Garden Ph: (0832)2438088/6642492	Margaon K.T.C Bus Stand	08:00 PM/	09:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC & SL
Fernandes Tours and Travels DB Marg, Panjim Tel:(0832)2228858	Margaon	06:30 PM	08:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
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Bangaluru-Goa-Bangaluru
Travel Agency	Boarding Point	Dep. Time	Arr. Time	Bus Type
Sea Bird Tourist Centre	Jayanagar 9th Block	06:00 PM/ 07:50 PM	09:30 AM/ 09:45 AM	bus with AC/ Volvo bus with AC
Paulo Travels, 2/1, Seagull House, Race Course Road, Opp. Janata Dal Office, Madhavnagar, Bangalore - 560001 Tel.:(080)-22384040 / 22384242 / 22207800	Jayanagar	07:30 PM	10:30 AM	Volvo bus with AC & SL
Paulo Travels, G1 - Cardozo Bldg., Near Kadamba Bus Stand, Panjim, Goa Tel:(0832)2438531 /32/33/34/35	Mapusa	04:00 PM/ 07:00 PM	07:00 AM/ 09:30 AM	Volvo bus with AC/ Volvo bus with AC & SL
Sea Bird Tourist Centre	Panjim	08:00 PM	08:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
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Hyderabad-Goa-Hyderabad
Travel Agency	Boarding Point	Dep. Time	Arr. Time	Bus Type
Paulo Travels,Opp. Nampally Railway Station, C/o Hotel Raj Mata (Inside Royal Hotel Complex),Hyderabad - 500001 Tel.:(040)66515051 / 66625856 / 66625857	Opp Niagra Hotel Nallal Nagar	05:45 PM	09:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
Paulo Travels, G1 - Cardozo Bldg., Near Kadamba Bus Stand, Panjim, Goa Tel:(0832)2438531 /32/33/34/35	Panjim	04:00 PM	09:00 AM	Volvo bus with AC
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Rail Services to and from GOA

noreply@blogger.com (travelguru) — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 04:23:00 +0000

Goa has a well planned system of railways and commendable railway tracks. India's all important and major metro cities are connected to Goa through railways. The 760 km long Konkan railway project between Mumbai and Mangalore has facilitated trips to Goa. It starts from Mumbai, via Miraj and Pune, has a daily train and takes around 8-9 hours to reach. The train journey to Goa along both routes would be memorable one as the trains trudge through the natural beauty of the western ghats. Goa has two major railway stations Margao and Vasco-da-Gama. Madgaon or Margao is the station to alight if you are planning to visit the beaches of South Goa which include Colva, Majorda, Utorda, Benaulim, Velsao and Palolem and other places in South Goa. Vasco da Gama or Vasco, station is the last station on the South Central Railway route located in the centre of Vasco city.

Thivim, along the Konkan railway is the best station to alight if you plan to visit Mapusa city, North Goa beaches which include Candolim, Calangute, Baga, Anjuna, Vagator, Morjim and Anjuna andother places of Interest in North Goa.

Train Services for Goa
Train Services from Goa

TRAIN SERVICES FROM OTHER PLACES OF INDIA FOR GOA
Train No	Train Name	Departure Station	Dep. Time	Arrival Station	Arr. Time	Days of Run	Class of accomodation
2780	Nizamuddin Goa Express	Nizamuddin	15.05	Vasco-da-Gama	06.30	Daily	2A,3A,SL,II,P
2618	Mangala Lakshadweep Express	Nizamuddin	09.20	Madgaon	19.25	Daily	2A,3A, SL,II,P
2450	Nizamuddin -Goa Sampark Kranti Express	Nizamuddin	07.25	Madgaon	13.15	M,Sa	1A,2A,3A SL,II,P
2432	Rajdhani Express	Nizamuddin	11.00	Madgaon	12.35	Su,Tu,W	1A,2A,3A, P
6311	Bikaner Kochuveli Express	Bikaner	19:10	Madgaon	07.40	Tuesday	2A,3A, SL,II,P
2978	Ajmer- Ernakulam Marusagar Exp.	Ajmer	07.35	Madgaon	13.15	Friday	1A,2A,3A, SL,II,P
2218	Chandigarh Kochuveli Sampark Kranti Express	Chandigarh	09.00	Madgaon	20.45	Wednesday	1A,2A,3A, SL,II,P
2288	Dehradun Kochuveli Exp	Dehradun	06.00	Madgaon	21.10	Monday	2A,3A, SL,II
2484	Amritsar Kochuveli Express	Amritsar	06.05	Madgaon		Sunday	2A,3A, SL,II
1097	Poorna Express	Pune	23.10	Madgaon	13.10	Saturday	2A,3A, SL,II
2051	Jan Shatabdi Exp.	Mumbai CST	05.10	Madgaon	14.10	Daily	CC, 2S,II
0103	Mandovi Express	Mumbai CST	06.55	Madgaon	18.45	Daily	1A,2A,3A, SL,II,P
6345	Netravati Express	Lokmanya Tilak (T)	11.40	Madgaon	22.40	Daily	2A,3A, SL,II,P
2619	Matsyagandha Express	Lokmanya Tilak (T)	14.10	Madgaon	00.10	Daily	2A,3A, SL,II
2201	LTT Kochuveli Garib Rath Exp.	Lokmanya Tilak (T)	16.55	Madgaon	02.25	Fri, Mon	3A,CC
0111	Konkan Kanya Express	Mumbai CST	23.05	Madgaon	10.45	Daily	1A,2A,3A SL,II,P
2133	Mumbai Karwar Express	Mumbai CST	22.15	Madgaon	07.00	Mon, Wed, Fri	2A,3A SL,II
6335	Gandhidham Nagercoil Exp.	Gandhidham	05.20	Madgaon	07.05	Friday	2A,3A, SL,II,P
6333	Veraval- Thiruvana- nthapuram Exp.	Ahmedabad	11.05	Madgaon	07.05	Thursday	2A,3A, SL,II,P
6337	Okha Ernakulam Express	Ahmedabad	11.05	Madgaon	07.05	Mon, Sat	2A,3A, SL,II,P
2742	Patna Vascoda- Gama Express	Patna	14.00	Vasco-da-Gama	08.50	Saturday	2A,3A, SL,II,P
8047	AmaravathiI Exp.	Howrah	23:30	Vasco-da-Gama	14:50	Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat	SL, 3A,2A
0216	Ernakulam Madgaon Express	Ernakulam	14.35	Madgaon	04.00	Monday	1A,2A,3A, SL,II, P
6346	NETRAVATHI EXP	Trivandrum	10:00	Madgaon	05:45	Daily	2A,3A, SL,II,P
6334	Thiruvananthapuram- Veraval Exp.	Trivandrum	15:15	Madgaon	10:45	Mon	2A,3A, SL,II,P
2431	Rajdhani Express	Trivandrum	19:15	Madgaon	10:15	Wed, Fri, Sat	1A,2A,3A, P
1098	Poorna Express	Ernakulam	23.20	Madgaon	15.00	Mon	2A,3A, SL,II
6338	Okha Express	Ernakulam	19:50	Madgaon	10:45	Wed, Fri	2A,3A, SL,II,P
7309	Yesvantpur- Vasco Express	Yesvantpur	15:15	Vasco-da-Gama	06:00	Tue, Sun	2A,3A, SL,II
7311	Chennai-Vasco-daGama Express	Chennai	14.10	Vasco-da-Gama	13.00	Friday	2A,3A, SL,II
7603	Kacheguda Yesvantpur Exp.	Kacheguda	21.00	Vasco-da-Gama	14:55	Daily	2A,3A SL,II
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TRAIN SERVICES FROM GOA TO OTHER PLACES OF INDIA
Train No	Train Name	Departure Station	Dep. Time	Arrival Station	Arr. Time	Days of Run	Class of accomodation
2779	Vasco Nizamuddin Goa Express	Vasco-da-Gama	15:10	Nizamuddin	06:10	Daily	2A,3A,SL,II,P
2617	Mangala Lakshadweep Express	Madgaon	03:50	Nizamuddin	13:10	Daily	2A,3A, SL,II,P
2449	Goa Sampark Kranti Express	Madgaon	11:20	Nizamuddin	16:50	Tue, Wed	1A,2A,3A SL,II,P
2431	Rajdhani Express	Madgaon	10:25	Nizamuddin	12:40	Tue, Thu, Fri	1A,2A,3A, P
6312	Kochuveli Bikaner Express	Madgaon	10:55	Bikaner	22:00	Sat	2A,3A, SL,II,P
2977	Marusagar Exp	Madgaon	10:55	Ajmer	17:35	Sunday	1A,2A,3A, SL,II,P
2287	Dehradun Exp	Madgaon	01:45	Dehradun	18:00	Friday	2A,3A, SL,II
2483	Amritsar Express	Madgaon	01:45	Amritsar	19:40	Wednesday	2A,3A, SL,II
0104	MANDOVI EXPRESS	Madgaon	09:30	Mumbai CST	21:45	Daily	1A,2A,3A, SL,II,P
0112	KONKAN KANYA EX	Madgaon	18:00	Mumbai CST	05:50	Daily	1A,2A,3A SL,II,P
2620	MATSYAGANDA EXP	Madgaon	20:55	Lokmanya Tilak	06:35	Daily	2A,3A, SL,II
6346	NETRAVATHI EXP	Madgaon	05:55	Lokmanya Tilak	16:40	Daily	2A,3A, SL,II,P
2052	Jan Shatabdi Exp.	Madgaon	14:30	Mumbai CST	23:20	Daily	CC, 2S,II
2202	Garib Rath Exp	Madgaon	01:45	Lokmanya Tilak	11:45	Fri, Mon	3A,CC
2134	Karwar CSTM Express	Madgaon	19:00	Mumbai CST	04:05	Tue, Thu, Sat	2A,3A SL,II
6336	Gandhidham Nagercoil Exp.	Madgaon	10:55	Gandhidham	13:20	Wed	2A,3A, SL,II,P
6334	Thiruvana-Veraval nthapuram Exp	Madgaon	10:55	Ahmedabad	06:45	Tue	2A,3A, SL,II,P
6338	Okha Express	Madgaon	10:55	Okha	17:20	Thu, Sat	2A,3A, SL,II,P
1098	Poorna Express	Madgaon	15:20	Pune	05:05	Tue	2A,3A, SL,II
2741	Vascoda-Gama Patna Express	Vasco-da-Gama	19:10	Patna	12:30	Wed	2A,3A, SL,II,P
8048	AmaravathiI Exp.	Vasco-da-Gama	07:20	Howrah	22:25	Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun	SL, 3A,2A
2618	Mangala Lakshadweep Express	Madgaon	19:35	Ernakulam	10:00	Daily	2A,3A, SL,II,P
6337	Okha Ernakulam Express	Madgaon	07:15	Ernakulam	22:50	Tue, Sun	2A,3A, SL,II,P
1097	Poorna Express	Madgaon	13:25	Ernakulam	04:20	Sun	2A,3A, SL,II
0215	Madgaon Ernakulam Exp.	Madgaon	21:30	Ernakulam	10:55	Sun	1A,2A,3A, SL,II, P
6345	Netravati Express	Madgaon	22:50	Trvandrum	18:40	Daily	2A,3A, SL,II,P
2432	Rajdhani Express	Madgaon	12:45	Trvandrum	05:45	Wed, Thu, Mon	1A,2A,3A, P
2484	Amritsar Kochuveli Express	Madgaon	21:20	Ernakulam	10:55	Mon	2A,3A, SL,II
7310	Vasco- Yesvantpur Exp.	Vasco-da-Gama via Madgaon	20:45	Yesvantpur	11:00	Mon, Sat	2A,3A, SL,II
7312	Vasco-daGama- Chennai Express	Vasco-da-Gama via Madgaon	14:30	Chennai	11:55	Thu	2A,3A, SL,II
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Flights to and from Goa

noreply@blogger.com (travelguru) — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 01:57:00 +0000

How to go to Goa should never be a problem because Goa is well connected to rest of India and has an extremely accessible air route. The only airport in Goa is the Dabolim Airport, about 30 kms away from the capital of the city, Panaji., which is though a military airport but civilian flights also operate from here.Goa also has flight schedules with almost all the major airline operators.Many chartered flights connect Goa with United Kingdom and other European countries. Goa also offers international flights for some destinations in Gulf countries.These charter flights offer the cheapest and most hassle free mode of reaching to Goa. In case of residents of places where no Charter flights operate, they can go to a destination from where these charter flights operate and proceed to Goa or alternatively fly to any of the international airports at Mumbai, Delhi or Bangalore and proceed to Goa. On reaching the airport at Goa, the best way to reach your destination in case it is a hotel, is negotiate with your hotel for a free airport pick up.In this option is not available, utilize the services of a prepaid taxi available a counter available outside the arrival lounge as it is a reliable mode of reaching your destination. Alternatively, you could hire auto-rickshaws, taxi motorcycle, locally called a ‘pilot’ or bus parked outside the airport premises to reach your destination, but remember one thing, fix their charges before engaging their services. A helpful government tourist office is in the baggage-claim hall.

Almost all the major domestic airlines operate regular flights to Goa from various Indian cities. The Domestic connections for Goa include from Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin, Delhi, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai ,Pune, Srinagar, Trivandrum.

Domestic operators to Goa includes Goair, Indian Airlines, IndiGo Airlines, Jet Airways, JetLite, Kingfisher Airlines, Kingfisher Red, Paramount Airways, SpiceJet.

There are many direct international flights to Goa. International connections to Goa include Sharjah , Frankfurt, Dubai, Kuwait, London-Gatwick (seasonal), Manchester ( seasonal ), Gothenburg-Landvetter, Oslo-Gardermoen, Stockholm-Arlanda , East Midlands (seasonal), Moscow-Domodedovo, Yekaterinburg.

International flight operators to Goa :Air Arabia, Condor Airlines , Indian Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Novair, Thomas Cook Airlines, Thomson Airways, Transaero, Ural Airlines. Many of them operate seasonal/chartered flights while some of them operate regular international flights to Goa.

Click on the respective links for flight scheduled:

Ahmedabad-Goa-Ahmedabad
Bangalore-Goa-Bangalore
Chennai-Goa-Chennai
Delhi-Goa-Delhi
Kolkata-Goa-Kolkata
Mumbai-Goa-Mumbai
Hyderabad-Goa-Hyderabad
Jaipur-Goa-Jaipur
Trivandrum-Goa-Trivandrum
Pune-Goa-Pune

Ahmedabad-Goa-Ahmedabad
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Ahmedabad	Goa	Spicejet	SG807	12:30	14:20	Daily
Ahmedabad	Goa	Spicejet	SG807	12:30	17:30	Tue
Goa	Ahmedabad	Spicejet	SG806	16:55	18:30	Daily Ex Sat
Goa	Ahmedabad	Spicejet	SG806	17:10	18:45	Sat

Bangalore-Goa-Bangalore
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Bangalore	Goa	Kingfisher	IT4611	06:15	07:45	Daily
Bangalore	Goa	Jetair	9W2304	12:00	13:10	Sat
Bangalore	Goa	Indian	IC593	12:10	13:05	Tue/Thu/Sat/Sun
Bangalore	Goa	Jetair	9W2304	12:40	13:40	Daily Ex Sat
Bangalore	Goa	Kingfisher	IT4615	15:00	16:30	Daily Ex Sat
Bangalore	Goa	Spicejet	SG806	15:15	16:25	Daily Ex Sat
Bangalore	Goa	Spicejet	SG806	15:30	16:40	Sat
Bangalore	Goa	Kingfisher	IT4615	15:35	17:05	Sat
Goa	Bangalore	Kingfisher	IT4612	08:15	09:45	Daily
Goa	Bangalore	Spicejet	SG241	13:35	14:45	Daily
Goa	Bangalore	Jetair	9W2305	14:15	15:20	Daily Ex Sat
Goa	Bangalore	Jetair	9W2305	14:25	15:25	Sat
Goa	Bangalore	Kingfisher	IT4616	17:00	18:30	Daily Ex Sat
Goa	Bangalore	Kingfisher	IT4616	17:35	19:05	Sat
Goa	Bangalore	Indian	IC594	21:15	22:10	Tue/Thu/Sat/Sun
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Chennai-Goa-Chennai
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Chennai	Goa	Paramount	I7414	14:00	15:15	Daily
Chennai	Goa	Indian	IC575	15:40	16:55	Mon/Wed/Fri
Goa	Chennai	Indian	IC576	08:20	09:30	Tue/Thu/Sat
Goa	Chennai	Paramount	I7435	15:45	17:00	Daily
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Delhi-Goa-Delhi
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Delhi	Goa	Indigo	6E181	09:15	13:10	Tue
Delhi	Goa	Indigo	6E181	09:30	13:25	Daily Ex Tue
Delhi	Goa	Indian	IC865	10:00	14:00	Daily Ex Tue
Delhi	Goa	JetLite	S2107	10:05	14:05	Daily Ex Tue
Delhi	Goa	Spicejet	SG253	10:35	14:15	Daily
Delhi	Goa	JetLite	S2107	10:55	14:30	Tue
Delhi	Goa	Kingfisher	IT652	12:00	14:35	Daily
Delhi	Goa	Go Air	G8174	12:50	15:30	Daily Ex Tue/Sat
Delhi	Goa	Indigo	6E333	14:05	16:30	Daily Ex Tue
Delhi	Goa	Spicejet	SG257	17:15	19:55	Daily
Goa	Delhi	Kingfisher	IT3332	06:30	10:05	Daily
Goa	Delhi	Indian	IC866	07:00	10:55	Daily
Goa	Delhi	Spicejet	SG254	13:35	16:25	Daily
Goa	Delhi	Indigo	6E330	13:55	16:30	Tue
Goa	Delhi	Indigo	6E190	13:55	17:40	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Delhi	Kingfisher	IT653	15:05	17:35	Daily
Goa	Delhi	Indigo	6E330	15:10	17:35	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Delhi	Go Air	G8106	15:20	19:15	Tue/Sat
Goa	Delhi	Go Air	G8106	15:30	19:15	Daily Ex Tue/Sat
Goa	Delhi	Go Air	G8173	15:55	18:40	Daily Ex Tue/Sat
Goa	Delhi	Indigo	6E190	17:10	19:40	Tue
Goa	Delhi	JetLite	S2120	18:45	22:50	Daily
Goa	Delhi	Spicejet	SG258	20:25	22:55	Daily
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Kolkata-Goa-Kolkata
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Kolkata	Goa	Spicejet	SG807	07:30	14:20	Daily
Kolkata	Goa	Spicejet	SG803	08:05	13:05	Daily
Kolkata	Goa	Kingfisher	IT512	08:40	14:25	Tue
Kolkata	Goa	Kingfisher	IT512	09:15	14:10	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Kolkata	Kingfisher	IT513	13:55	19:10	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Kolkata	Kingfisher	IT513	14:20	19:50	Tue
Goa	Kolkata	Spicejet	SG806	16:55	23:05	Daily Ex Sat
Goa	Kolkata	Spicejet	SG806	17:10	23:05	Sat
Goa	Kolkata	Spicejet	SG804	18:00	23:00	Daily
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Mumbai-Goa-Mumbai
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Mumbai	Goa	Kingfisher	IT3131	04:55	06:00	Daily
Mumbai	Goa	Indian	IC663	05:20	06:20	Daily
Mumbai	Goa	Go Air	G8179	06:00	07:10	Daily Ex Tue/Sat
Mumbai	Goa	Jetair	9W479	06:35	07:30	Daily Ex Sun
Mumbai	Goa	Spicejet	SG803	11:40	13:05	Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Indigo	6E181	11:45	13:10	Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Spicejet	SG803	11:50	13:05	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Jetair	9W475	12:00	13:00	Daily
Mumbai	Goa	Indigo	6E181	12:20	13:25	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Jetair	9W2016	12:45	13:50	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Kingfisher	IT512	12:50	14:10	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Indian	IC865	12:55	14:00	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	JetLite	S2107	13:00	14:05	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Kingfisher	IT512	13:25	14:25	Tue
Mumbai	Goa	JetLite	S2107	13:30	14:30	Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Indian	IC163	13:45	14:35	Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Go Air	G8105	13:45	14:55	Tue/Sat
Mumbai	Goa	Jetair	9W473	13:55	15:00	Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Go Air	G8105	14:00	15:00	Daily Ex Tue/Sat
Mumbai	Goa	Jetair	9W473	14:25	15:35	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Kingfisher	IT131	14:40	15:50	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Indian	IC163	15:00	16:00	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	Spicejet	SG248	16:25	17:30	Daily Ex Tue
Mumbai	Goa	JetLite	S2655	16:35	17:50	Daily
Mumbai	Goa	JetLite	S2655	17:10	18:15	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Kingfisher	IT3132	06:30	07:30	Daily
Goa	Mumbai	Indian	IC866	07:00	07:55	Daily
Goa	Mumbai	Go Air	G8180	07:40	08:40	Daily Ex Tue/Sat
Goa	Mumbai	Jetair	9W480	08:10	09:10	Daily Ex Sun
Goa	Mumbai	Jetair	9W476	13:35	14:35	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Indigo	6E190	13:55	14:55	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Jetair	9W2017	14:20	15:20	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Kingfisher	IT513	14:35	15:40	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Indian	IC664	14:40	15:35	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	JetLite	S2656	14:45	15:45	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Spicejet	SG247	14:50	15:55	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Kingfisher	IT513	14:55	15:45	Tue
Goa	Mumbai	JetLite	S2656	15:00	15:55	Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Indian	IC164	15:15	16:15	Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Go Air	G8106	15:20	16:10	Tue/Sat
Goa	Mumbai	Go Air	G8106	15:30	16:25	Daily Ex Tue/Sat
Goa	Mumbai	Jetair	9W474	15:40	16:40	Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Jetair	9W474	16:15	17:15	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Kingfisher	IT132	16:20	17:20	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Indian	IC164	16:45	17:40	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Mumbai	Spicejet	SG804	18:00	19:10	Daily
Goa	Mumbai	JetLite	S2120	18:45	19:45	Daily
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Hyderabad-Goa-Hyderabad
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Hyderabad	Goa	Kingfisher	IT2801	06:25	13:45	Daily Ex Sat
Hyderabad	Goa	Jetair	9W2702	13:00	14:45	Tue
Hyderabad	Goa	Jetair	9W2702	14:05	15:50	Daily Ex Tue
Hyderabad	Goa	Kingfisher	IT4476	18:30	20:00	Daily
Goa	Hyderabad	Kingfisher	IT2802	14:20	21:30	Daily Ex Sat
Goa	Hyderabad	Jetair	9W2703	15:25	17:10	Tue
Goa	Hyderabad	Jetair	9W2703	16:30	18:15	Daily Ex Tue
Goa	Hyderabad	Kingfisher	IT4477	20:30	22:10	Daily
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Jaipur-Goa-Jaipur
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Jaipur	Goa	Spicejet	SG807	10:35	14:20	Daily
Goa	Jaipur	Spicejet	SG806	16:55	20:15	Daily Ex Sat
Goa	Jaipur	Spicejet	SG806	17:10	20:25	Daily Ex Sat
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Trivandrum-Goa-Trivandrum
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Trivandrum	Goa	Paramount	I7414	11:05	15:15	Daily
Goa	Trivandrum	Kingfisher	IT2883	15:15	20:15	Daily
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Pune-Goa-Pune
From	To	Airways	Flight No.	Departure	Arrival	Day's of Flight
Pune	Goa	Kingfisher	IT2801	12:25	13:45	Daily Ex Sat
Goa	Pune	Kingfisher	IT2802	14:20	15:25	Daily Ex Sat
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