jetcat

I am in Ahmedabad for business and anticipate I will need a break in about two weeks. I am thinking about going to Goa for a three day weekend and would like some suggestions on what to do within this timeframe. In general, I am looking to chill out and I dont want to be too extravagant. I think I could check out a couple of local sites, enjoy the local food and beaches and that would be sufficient. Hopefully there is a place that has a nightlife too.

vp_singh

You may enjoy Goa in style. For nightlife check out The Adega at Cedade De Goa. It has music, dance, three pool tables & a bustling casino. Tito's at Baga is very popular with back-packers. Avloc at Colva is south Goa's disco of choice.
For eating out try Goa’s first Cigar bar & a garden café at the ‘Aubergine’, at Arpora, in an old goanese house; A Lua Restaurant in Merces serve up the best crab & fish specialties.
Enjoy Yourself!

sharon1306

Where in Goa are you staying? If you're interested in nightlife, then the beaches in the north would be a better location to stay at than the south.

Wendell Rodrick's Aubergine and Tito's are good. For authentic goan food, check out Martin's Corner in Bethalbatim, although its quite a drive if you're located in the north. For nightlife - check out club cabana.

jetcat

Thanks. Your response makes me feel like this is exactly what Im looking for.
I have a recommendation for casadegoa which is near Tito's or I can get cheaper accomodations 15 minutes drive away at a guest house. Do you have any recommendations?

sharon1306

If you're talking about Casa de Goa, thats on Calangute beach, I think. Location-wise, its alright, lots to do in that area, although Calangute beach itself is a bit over-crowded. What's your budget like? There are tons of guesthouses in that area, and I don't think it will be much of a problem finding accomodation at this time of the year. In fact, the heat is really starting to build up at the moment - when is your trip?

jetcat

Im staying in India until the end of March so I can go any weekend between now and then. I was going to go for just three days. I was trying to keep my budget down since I am travelling alone and really dont need alot of extras.

TracyB

I personally didn't care for Calangute or Baga..It is way too crowded (but if that's what u like, you'll be fine)...We stayed near Candolim where it is much quieter..

Have fun!!

jetcat

One last thing, should I try to book everything myself or use an agent?

sharon1306

If you already have your accomodation lined up, you only need to book your flights. That can easily be done online. Check out the night market in Arpora, Tito's, Mambo, Club Cabana for night life.