Goa Blog 2009-2010



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Goa Forts - You will find seven forts in Goa - Enjoy Goa India Holidays

Goa Forts - You will find seven forts in Goa India. These forts are built by Portuguese and Rajas of Goa India. Visit these beautiful forts in Goa on your tour to goa.

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Baywatch Resort, Colva Goa - A four star deluxe property located along the exquisite Sernabatim Beach in Goa

Baywatch Resort, Colva Goa - Located along the exquisite Sernabatim Beach in Goa is Baywatch Resort. A four star deluxe property, we provide you the ideal vacation for honeymoon, family get together and also for business conference with all the modern amenities inclusive of Wi-Fi connectivity.

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Tosigos Residencia, Candolim Goa - Situated a stone’s throw away from the famous Choghum road

Tosigos Residencia, Candolim Goa - Situated a stone’s throw away from the famous Choghum road(the arterial main road through the tourist areas of Candolim and Calangute, and named after historic visit of Iron Lady Margaret Thatcher to the area in the eighties).

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Sunset Beach Resort, Candolim Goa - 2 Star resort, is a friendly hotel with a relaxed atmosphere

Sunset Beach Resort, Candolim Goa - Located in a pleasant & peaceful atmosphere, just 250 mts. from the Candolim beach. Some rooms have direct sea view & most of the l rooms have twin balconies with garden & swimming pool view. providing good standards of accomodation and service.

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Summerville Beach Resort, Candolim Goa - 15 standard rooms and 8 suites

Summerville Beach Resort, Candolim Goa - 200 meters from the Candolim beach, comprises of 23 clean, neat and functionally furnished suites (15 standard rooms and 8 suites). All suites and maximum of the room face the sea or pool. Homely and friendly service, clean & relaxing environment, mouthwatering delicacies & refreshing spirits are the hallmark of any holiday.

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Sonesta Inns, Candolim Goa - 3 star resort with a perfect beachside location on the beautiful stretch of Candolim's Golden Sands

Sonesta Inns, Candolim Goa - A 3 star resort in Goa with a perfect beachside location on the beautiful stretch of Candolim's Golden Sands, an ideal place to relax. Tastefully arranged around a vast central pool area, a gently shelving expanse of sand and garden runs from the grounds to the warm waters of the Arabian Sea, the scene of a spectacular sunset almost every evening.

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Sodders Gloria Anne Classic, Candolim Goa - It is strategically located 500 mtrs from the world famous Candolim beach.

Sodders Gloria Anne Classic, Candolim Goa - Situated in one of the prime most touristic areas of candolim Goa. It is strategically located 500 mtrs from the world famous candolim Beach. It is surrounded by a large Numbers of shops & restaurant which are within an easy walking distance.

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Sodders Beach Classic, Candolim Goa - Just 400 meters from the Candolim beach

Sodders Beach Classic, Candolim Goa - Located at the prime most area of Candolim, just 400 meters from the beach. The resort is in close proximity to the Candolim shops and market. It has fully furnished A/C apartments/ rooms with refrigerator (mini bar), telephone & television, ceiling fan, balcony/ terrace.

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Pretty Petals Guesthouse, Candolim Goa - Located just a few minutes from the Candolim beach, Goa

Pretty Petals Guesthouse, Candolim Goa - Self-contained independent single bedroom (twin sharing) with a garden sit-out area & 2 balconies. Separate living & dining area plus a kitchenette with requisite cooking facilities and a mini-fridge. 24 hours Hot/Cold shower & Ceiling fan.

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Prazeres Resorts, Candolim Goa - 140 rooms comprise of Studios, Suites and Rooms with attached European bathrooms and twenty four hours hot water supply.

Prazeres Resorts, Candolim Goa - This resort is special holiday hideout, which boasts of 120 luxurious rooms over looking a free form lagoon shaped swimming pool with landscaped splendour, two tempting eat-outs and the service of obliging staff, that makes Prazeres Resorts a special place to come home to.

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Per Avel Holiday Home, Goa - 22 self contained rooms. Each room has a attached balcony with chairs and a teapoy, that opens up the main square.

Per Avel Holiday Home, Goa - Situated in a quiet location admist village life, surrounded by Hotels, Restaurants, Shopping Centres / Malls, Ayurvedic Massage Centre and other places of interest. 5 mins. walk from the beach on one side and on the other 2 mins walk from the local transport bus stop.

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Marquis Beach Resort, Goa - Resort has 45 rooms in different categories and rates to suit all budgets

Marquis Beach Resort, Goa - Lovely boutique style hotel located right on Candolim beach in North Goa. Away from the main road the hotel offers absolute privacy in peaceful surroundings with soothing sounds of the waves.

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Magnum Resorts, Goa - 55 spacious, aesthetically designed, air-conditioned rooms, complete with private balconies and plush interiors

Magnum Resorts, Goa - A resort in the true sense of the word. Theres a cascading waterfall, beautifully landscaped gardens and a refreshing swimming pool to soothe the senses. And perhaps, at the flip of a coin, your cherished wish could come true.

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Holiday Beach Resort, Goa - Reasonably-priced beach-side resort located along the palm-fringed coastal stretch of Candolim, Goa

Holiday Beach Resort, Goa - Established in 1982, Holiday Beach Resort, popularly known as HBR, is a comfortable and reasonably-priced beach-side property located along the palm-fringed coastal stretch of Candolim, Goa. 18 AC/ non-AC DOUBLE Rooms, 2 SUITES all with en suite Showers, WC, Ceiling fans, individual private Balconies and a Terrace ideal for sun-bathing.

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Highland Beach Resort, Goa - Three Star Deluxe Resort providing Five Star facilities

Highland Beach Resort, Candolim Goa - Tastefully built and well appointed 180 A/C Deluxe Suites, Executive Suites (with separate sitting room, attached pantry and private sit-out balconies) and Ambassador Suites. Every room has private sit-out balconies.

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Casablanca Resorts, Goa - Beachside resort that offers you the doorstep to the Arabian Sea

Casablanca Resorts, Goa - Casablanca is a beach side resort that offers you the doorstep to the Arabian Sea. Enjoy a relaxing vacation with us, indulge in the best that Goan beauty and charm has to offer. Casablanca, a charming boutique resort will provide you with all the indulgences one should expect.

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Royal Heritage Resort, Goa - Budget hotel that offers clean but small air-condioned accommodation, Goa

Royal Heritage Resort, Goa - Located just off the main Calangute road, Royal Heritage Resort is a budget hotel that offers clean but small air-condioned accommodation to suit all pockets. The hotel is within walking distance to the main market and approximately 15 minutes walk to the beach.

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Paradise Village Beach Resort, Goa - Mediterranean style villa Resort located bang on the Calangute beach, Goa

Paradise Village Beach Resort, Goa - Nested in all this wonder,in the heart of the lovely calangute beach, is your very own mini Utopia - Paradise Village Beach Resort, situated in North Goa, a complete Mediterranean style villa Resort located bang on the beach.

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Osborne Holiday Resort, Goa - 700 mts from Calangute Beach, Goa

Osborne Holiday Resort Goa - Situated in the heart of Calangute village, approx. 700 mts from the beach and 12 kms from the capital city of Panjim, Osborne stands out for it's unique ambience, homely atmosphere and cosy hospitality.

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Ondas Do Mar Resort, Goa - 30 well appointed air conditioned, and comfortable rooms

Ondas Do Mar Resort, Goa - Ondas Do Mar which in Portuguese means 'Waves of the Sea' is a delightful 'Beach Resort in close proximity to Calangute Beach, in exotic Goa. It has 30 well appointed air conditioned, and comfortable rooms aesthetically designed with vibrant colours and large open spaces, which gives one a feeling of living in a Portuguese villa. It has two fresh water swimming pools and a multi - cuisine restaurant 'Chef-e-tte' serving a choice of delectable Goan, Indian, Chinese and Continental Cuisines.

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Nizmar Resort Goa - 500 meters from the renowned Calangute Beach, Goa

Nizmar Resort Goa - Located just 500 meters from the renowned Calangute Beach. You can choose from our 104 spacious & beautifully decorated A/C suites equipped with Telephones and CTV. Beauty and health club which is equipped with state of the art up to date fitness equipment, Steam Bath and professional staff to guide you through a rejuvenating experience. Take a dip in our large swimming pool and have a refreshing swim or laze about on the deck.

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Alagoa Resorts, Goa - Just a 2 minute walk from the Betalbatim beach, Goa

Alagoa Resorts Goa - Set amidst the coconut groves in the peaceful village of Betalbatim in South Goa, Alagoa Resorts is the ideal family retreat for you and your family. The resort is situated in a most idyllic spot in South Goa. Just a 2 minute walk from the beach. Your stay in any of the 36 rooms will be complemented by a fabulous sea view on the west and a serene lake view towards the east.

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Hotel Linda Goa - Deluxe, Standard AC and Non-AC Rooms with all modern amenities

Hotel Linda Goa - Located right on the famed Calangute-Baga-Anjuna beach belt, it is surrounded by lush greenery and luxuriant palm trees. Hotel Linda is a bare minute walk from the picturesque Baga beach, where the magnificent expanse of the azure Arabian Sea beckons. Spend a lazy day in our pool, or play pool in games room...

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Kamat Holiday Homes, Goa - Luxurious resort with 140 air-conditioned single & double bedroom apartments

Kamat Holiday Homes Goa - A sister concern of Hotel Nova Goa, is the Luxury Beachside Resort of the famous Kamat Inns Pvt. Ltd., barely less than 1 km. from the famous Calangute Beach. The Phase-I of the resort is the main complex, consisting of 12 buildings arranged in rectangular shape.

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Johnnys Hotel, Goa - Johnny's Hotel is situated off the Calangute-Baga road, Goa

Johnnys Hotel, Goa - Situated at a stones throw distance away from the shores of the world famous Calangute beach, Johnny's Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in this locality. The hotel boasts of 12 well appointed rooms, all having attached bathrooms. Amenities include a multi-cuisine restaurant with bar, foreign exchange, massage and Yoga centre.

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Hotel Mira, Goa - Located in the northern part of Goa near the Calangute beach, Goa

Hotel Mira Goa - Located in the northern part of Goa near the Calangute beach. Swimming pool area is complete with sun beds, hammocks, swing chairs for you to relax. Exotic plant and well maintained garden creates a vibrant and tranquil ambience around the pool. You can enjoy soothing music and sip our special cocktail in our bar.

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Hotel Golden Nest, Goa - 6 Room Guest House in Calangute, Goa

Hotel Golden Nest, Goa - All the Rooms are Serviced Studio Appartments with Large Rooms and Attached Kitchen and A large Barthroom. Have Fridge and T.V Facility in all rooms. Also provide daily room cleaning services and room service. Also have breakfast room service that can be provided at request. There is a neighbouring restaurant that provides room service to all studio appartments.

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Hotel Golden Eye, Goa - Family-run business, with a warm, homely atmosphere

Hotel Golden Eye Goa - There are a total of twenty five comfortably furnished double bedrooms (Airconditioned and Non-Airconditioned). Simply unique serviced rooms are waiting to be explored, each decorated in a different fashion. The extensive sea views from your private balcony, exquisite terraces, a Pub 'N' Seafood Restaurant and friendly Beach Bar are some of the reasons that make you one of the lucky few.

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Hotel Goan Heritage, Goa - 75 well appointed rooms comprising of Standard, Deluxe and Suites

Hotel Goan Heritage, Goa - Resort is situated in the middle of the 9 km long, golden sand Calangute beach, just a stone throw away from the beach, for those who prefer the invigorating lashing of the waves. Hotel has 75 well appointed rooms comprising of Standard, Deluxe and Suites, with modern facilities.

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Hotel Carys Goa - Just 2 minutes walk from Calangute beach, Goa

Hotel Carys Goa - Cary's hotel, situated off the Baga-Calangute road is just 2 minutes walk from the famous Calangute beach. This 19 room hotel has both AC & Non-AC rooms with twin or double beds. The rooms at the resort have aesthetic interiors and are maintained beautifully.

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Falcon Resorts Goa - 30-room property, situated in the heart of Calangute, Goa

Falcon Resorts Goa - 30-room property, situated in the heart of Calangute, and is around 16 kms from Panjim, North Goa.Calangute is one of the best beaches in Goa. Deluxe suites comprises of living room with sofa-cum-bed and a separate bedroom with attached toilet/tub and a balcony overlooking the pool and all the basic amenities e.g. A/C, Geyser, TV, Fridge/Mini Bar, Telephone, Dressing Table.

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Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort, Goa - Cottages, Deluxe, Executives, Super Executives and Family rooms

Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort, Goa - And it is Here, Nestled amidst tall coconut palms invitingly beckoning in sea breeze is The Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort located. The warm welcome of our team assures You are in good hands though you are away from home.

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Colonia Santa Maria Hotel, Goa - Situated right on Baga Beach, Calangute, Goa

Colonia Santa Maria Hotel, Goa - Hotel has 100 guest suites, each providing a sitting room, a bedroom with ensuite bathroom, and a small balcony. The bedrooms are double or twin-bedded. Every suite is air-conditioned and contains a safety deposit box, a minibar and tea and coffee-making facilities. Guest supplies include a range of toiletries - and our inhouse laundry can take care of your clothes.

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motorcycle for rent in goa

We are 5 boys and we need to hire motorcycle (150-200cc bikes) for two days to roam around goa. For this, whom we have to contact, and please give idea

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Halal Food in North Goa

Can you please give a list of hotels / restaurants in north goa near baga / calangute / arpora serving halal food (for muslims) Thanks & regards, Samee

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Dogs on goa beaches

I have just returned to Australia after spending 3 weeks in Benaulim, Goa, with friends from the UK. It is a wonderful place. The sea is clean and warm,

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Travel services in Goa

Hi, What is the convenient way to travel in Goa like through travel-guide buses or in a renting car/any 4 wheelers

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Captain Lobos Hideaways, Goa - Ideally located on a stretch of the Baga Beach, Goa

Captain Lobos Hideaways, Goa - Ideally located on a stretch of the Baga Beach and is a part of the C.S.M.Holiday Homes complex at Baga. Just about 40 kms from the Airport, it is ideal for a hustle and bustle free holiday.

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Chalston Beach Resort, Goa - Situated at the most famous beach in Goa, Calangute

Chalston Beach Resort Goa - situated at the most famous beach in Goa, Calangute, also known as the

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Caps Corner Goa - Offordable hotel offering budget accommodation, Goa

Caps Corner Goa - Hotel Caps Corner is an offordable hotel offering budget accommodation at it's very best. Caps Corner is a pleasant family run hotel and will make your stay in India memorable at affordable prices.

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Arabian Retreat, Goa - 20 km long Baga - Sinquerim beach coast is just 200 metres away

Arabian Retreat Goa - Superbly crafted and tastefully furnished studio Apartments, situated close to the Calangute-Candolim border, just 200 mts off the high tide line along the Arabian Sea and less than a minute's walk to the beach. The Calangute Candolim Market is within 5 minutes from Arabian Retreat.

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Anup Holiday Homes, Goa - Situated just 5 minutes walk from the world famous Calangute Beach, Goa

Anup Holiday Homes Goa - Situated just about 5 minutes walk from the world famous Calangute Beach, the pride of Goa. Anup Holiday Homes is a home away from home, with well experienced staff, ever ready to serve. Its the ideal retreat center for domestic & International travellers with its 70 Double Rooms(AC), 8 Family aprtments(AC), 18 Non - AC family apartments & 10 dormitories for group tourists.

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Saritas Guesthouse Goa - Guesthouse Located right on the Bogmalo beach, Goa

Saritas Guesthouse Goa - Saritas guesthouse is owned and run by The Vaz family since 1977. Saritas guesthouse boasts of having rooms right on the beach and a true goan authentic restaurant specialized in seafood. Where one can be seated on the terraced restaurant and watch the fabulous sunset.

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Coconut Grove Hotel, Goa - 250m from Betalbatim beach in South Goa

Coconut Grove Hotel Goa - Located 250m from Betalbatim beach in South Goa will appeal to all looking for a truly relaxing break in a excellent standard of accommodation. It's quiet location makes it ideal to relax and soak in the sun on the endless stretches of golden sands of Betalbatim beach, which is only a short walk away.

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Carina Beach Resort, Goa - A family run resort in South Goa

Carina Beach Resort Goa - A family run resort, set in the midst of lush green fields, silent dreaming hills and tall swaying palms, in the village of Benaulim, South Goa a place known for sun, fun and unspoiled beaches. It is an oasis of tranquility and seclusion, where time stands still.

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Bambolim Beach Resort, Goa - The resort is situated right on the beach

Bambolim Beach Resort - Centrally located in Goa, Bambolim makes an ideal base for those wishing to travel around Goa, isolated and quite, and yet just 7 kms from Panjim and close to the main sightseeing places in Goa, the Resort makes a nice home to come back to.

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Ozran Beach Photos, Goa - Personal Pictures collection of Ozran Beach, Goa

Ozran Beach Photos - Ozran beach located after Anjuna beach and close to beautiful Vagator beach is a beautiful little Goan bean i.e. the Ozran beach, a small but very picturesque beach. Mostly frequented by foreigners.

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Julma Hotel Goa - Right next to the swinging Tito's Goa

Julma Hotel Goa - Just a Minute From the beach on the incomparable Calangute-Baga Stretch. Right next to the swinging Tito discotheque, the most popular beach pub in Goa. 20 Kms from Panjim. A stone’s throw away from the shopping arcades and amusement galore.

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Hotel Riverside Goa - 24 room hotel, is situated on the banks of the Baga river, Goa

Hotel Riverside Goa - 24 room hotel, is situated on the banks of the Baga river amongst swaying palms and open paddy fields, and about a 5 minutes leisurely walk from the golden sands of the Baga beach. The swimming pool is set in a beautifully landscaped part of the hotel which is another place to cool off with a pool side bar serving your choice of drinks.

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