Why you need to take a holiday in Goa now

By Shamaine C

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In 2017, Goa received over 7 million visitors; that’s 65% more than that in 2010. Although Goa has undergone much transformation in the last six years, its charm never seems to grow old. If confused about where to head this summer vacation, here’s why Goa still rules.

1. Drive on the best roads in Goa

Goa’s roads add up to some of the best drives in India. It’s true that traffic snarls during peak seasons can be a real dampener but at any time other than New Year, you’ll have many positive things to say about the newly-tarred, silky 4-lane highways that are quietly emerging across the length and breadth of this State. That said, if you want to enjoy the quieter, more scenic side of Goa, skip the party belt of North Goa and head south where it is all pristine, silent and therapeutic.

2. The perfect blend of urban and rural

The rapid pace of technology has made it possible for remote locations in Goa to plug into solar power and have access to mobile networks without losing their landscape. You can still drive around, especially in South Goa, and enjoy the luxury of wide open spaces, green fields and palm-fringed horizons while being able to enjoy basic urban creature comforts like hot water, air-conditioning and wi-fi.

3. Clean beaches in Goa

With tourism being an important driver of the Goan economy, the government along with various stakeholders are doing their bit to ensure that Goa’s 22 beaches – its pride and wealth – are well looked after. The beaches you see today are cleaner and safer than they were even up to two years ago. What’s more, in 2018, it’s still free to spend hours at these beaches in Goa unlike those in some cities abroad where it costs a steep $10 to sit by the seaside.

4. Mangoes, cashews and pineapples in Goa

April and May – the hottest months of the year in Goa are made bearable by watching the mangoes, cashews and pineapples swell and ripen with sweetness. Don’t miss the Goan Mancurad – a fibrous but toothsome variety available only in Goa and only during the summer.

That said, Goa nevertheless remains a year-round destination with some visitors preferring the wet, wild monsoons; others the winter. This probably explains why Goa has been quick to evolve as a second home for many Indians, and why owning a holiday home in Goa is a growing trend.

If we were delighted at the speed at which the first phase of our holiday homes at Verde in Varca, South Goa were sold out, now we’re super excited to present the next phase of this development.

To know more about what makes the next phase at Verde such a steal and how you too can get started investing in your holiday home in Goa, do not hesitate to reach me at contactus@aansav.com