Holiday Resorts in India - Goa

The beautiful beach of Miramar is located about 3kms from Panaji. It lies adjoining the estuary of the river Mandovi as it opens into the Arabian sea. It was originally known as the "Gasper Dias Beach". From the beach across the river is an excellent view of Fort Aguada. Apart from its proximity to Panaji, it is very much commercialized and a large number of hotels and exclusive homes of Goa's rich and famous stud the area. The beach is crowded with locals and tourists alike on most days.

Miramar is the ideal resort for those who like to be within easy reach of both North and South. Peace and tranquillity can be found on the exclusive sandy beach at the Goa Marriott resort and yet you are just a short drive to Panjim, the capital city. This is a great little town with a real Portuguese influence, especially in the old quarter, some excellent restaurants and some pretty good clothes shops.

Who holidays in Central Goa?

Ideal for those who want to relax and a quiet holiday.

North Goa is known and loved as a land of golden beaches, palm trees, paddy fields and wooded hills. Its churches, temples, shrines and forts tell its history. It is associated with music, the famous Goan cuisine and most of all with a peace-loving , smiling people.

This is where tourism first began in the resort of Calangute, which was a popular haunt for hippies. Although they have long gone, it has become a well-known resort offering fantastic beaches, a small tourist market and a great choice of small bars and restaurants. Just next door is the quieter resort of Candolim which also has a selection of beach shacks and shops and a great choice of eateries. To the north of Calangute the resort of Baga is also quite lively with plenty of shops and restaurants.

Who holidays in North Goa?

Idea for families and those who want a peaceful holiday

South Goa District covers the entire southern part of Goa state. Arabian sea is to the west of district, North Goa district to the North and Uttar Kannada district of Karnataka in the East and South.

Despite many years of tourism, South Goa still remains relatively untouched outside of the hotels. There are lots of small lanes winding through the lush green countryside where it is not surprising to see cows and pigs wandering aimlessly across the road like they have all the time in the world! The beaches are some of the finest you will find anywhere in the world and whichever resort you choose you will find peace and tranquillity.

The beaches in south Goa extend from Vasco da Gama and Bogmalo to Palolem Beach. The stretch includes Bogmalo, Velsao, Majorda, Colva, Benaulim, Betul, Canaguinim, Agonda and Palolem.

Who holidays in South Goa?

With the most fine beaches South Goa is ideal for sun lovers.