9 Things to know before visiting Goa

1. Peak season or offseason  

There are considerable many benefits of travelling in the offseason as you can get easy cheap accommodation and spend quality time with your loved ones. 
Whereas some of you prefer to travel at the peak season which is from October to February when everything is expensive and so much crowded. Therefore, unless you are ready to spend a hefty amount of money, try travelling in the offseason.

2. South Goa and North Goa

Goa is divided into two parts the North and the South. The North Goa is for the party lovers as it offers clubbing experience to all the tourists whereas if you wanna enjoy the serenity then south goa is the place for you. Both north and south have beaches, the south has cleaner beaches that the north as it attracts less tourist. So pick place according to your needs and enjoy Goa.

3. Style check

Goa has a moderate temperature around 30-degree Celsius so you must carry only light clothes like t-shirts and shorts. Please dont carry sports shoes or heavy shoes as you may not get a chance to wear it. The most friendly guys in Goa is your flip flop so dont forget to carry it with yourself. And also dont forget to pack your sunscreen and sunglasses with it.

4. Book Hotels in Advance

Booking the hotel in advance can be easy and protect you from the hustle in goa. You can choose from a variety of hotel in all Goa. Goa has a range of 3 star to 5 star hotel all over. Since this is a highly preferable place booking in advance can help you plan your trip in advance and have the best experience for the trip.

5. Feni and alcohol 

Goa is known for its local alcohol Feni and cheap alcohol. There are various versions of Feni but the refined one is best for you. The alcohol is very cheap there due to the cheap state tax so dont be afraid to enjoy but remember to be it in the limit as the alcohol as it may be cheap but the rules are very strict there, you may end up getting fined.

6. SeaFood vs Vegetarians

The Goa is also famous for its fresh seafood and is stuffed with seafood restaurants. The seafood is served in their local curry and spices so it is a must try.  Whereas a vegetarian can find it difficult to rest their gut, but dont worry there are also vegetarian restaurants and you can always have dominoes pizza.

7. Red Flags on the beaches 

Most of us dont even know what the red flags on the beaches are for, it indicates that there are high tides in that area and you should not consider swimming in the sea. The red flag is placed time to time by the lifeguard association of the State

8. Cash or Cards 

If you carry a lot of credit or debit cards and always shop on them then goa can be a little annoying for you, as goa may be advancing like other states but its market does not accept cards that much, they local vendors only deal in cash only the fine dine restaurants accept cash.

9. Con artist 

Goa is filled with con artists, tourists can be easily conned and mugged and goa is a place where you can find a lot of tourists. Be aware of your surroundings and dont get excited when you get an extremely good offer, it can be a conning trick.