Goa Holidays - Bargain Package Holidays to Goa

Holidays to Goa: Getting there and getting around

Charter flights to Goa are available from major UK airports such as East Midlands, Manchester and Gatwick and only fly during the months of October through to April due to weather conditions and change in season. last minute package holidays to Goa and are usually at great prices but be sure to check out visa information before you travel. Goa flights have a flying time of approximately 9hours 30minutes from the UK, and has a time zone of GMT +5½. One of the best ways to travel around the different resorts in Goa is to catch the Maruti van taxis or motorcycle taxis, make sure you barter to get the best price before your journey, alternatively there are buses which run frequently. For the adventurous type and the backpackers exploring India, the Konkan Railway passes through Goa with connections to the major cities of Delhi and Mumbai.

Things to do on holidays in Goa

Goa holidays offer a great array of amazing things to do and see. Goa has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, fringed with magnificent palms. Tourists travel to Goa to experience a fantastic chilled out beach holiday with a great world of culture to explore. The night life in Goa is sensational, you can dance on the beach until the sun comes up. A treat not to miss would be a Full Moon party and other beach parties, these are usually organized last minute but if you can catch one you will not be disappointed. If you would like to explore more into the Indian culture the resort of Calangute hosts fabulous evenings of Indian music and dance. Discover the unique side of India by visiting one of the hippie markets or the flea market in Anjuna, pick up exquisite treasures from the beautiful tropical country. Cheap holidays to Goa offer something for everyone - many people return every year and it's clear to see why.

Holidays to Goa: Food and drink

The food in Goa is amazing, mouth-watering Indian cuisine cooked with fresh locally produced produce here you can sample the real taste of India. Goan cooking generally involves spices giving the food a distinctive taste and fabulous aroma, the most commonly used spices are cumin, coriander, chillies, garlic and turmeric. The colours of the food reflect the bright colourful culture and way of life in Goa. The main dishes are delicious curries served with fresh rice and Indian snacks not to mention the delectable Indian deserts and sweets. For the less daring palate head to the main large resorts to pick up some more western food with a good choose of international cuisine.