Goa Beach Tourism Guide

The Britona Riverside Resort providing Three twenty bedded cottages at Rs 110 per bed per night only given out to groups. In addition there is one ten-bedded cottage and another four bedded cottage. One cottage has only floor accommodation where guests bring their own bedding. Total capacity of the Britona Residency is 74 beds, ideal for school, colleges, and clubs. Britona Riverside Resort Goa The Residency is set in a garden with some rare old rain trees and one magnificent banyan tree. To the rear of the cottages, rises Betim hill and one can do a bit of hiking if one is so inclined. The Residency is just across the river Mandovi with Panjim smiling sleepily across. One can hop on to the Betim ferry which is free for pedestrians, chug across the river to Panjim city and explore the wonders of Goa capital to one’s hearts content. Nearby Places: Penha de Franca church one of the earliest built churches in Bardez taluka (1526) stands right at the banks of the Mandovi Ri

The drive to Mayem is fascinating as each village unfolds, one more beautiful than the other. You pass small neat houses and large gracious sprawling mansions. Time has not changed much here in these villages. The Corjuem Fort is an interesting stop to make. It is a low fort which has a 360 degree view of the surrounding villages. One can see as far as Panjim too. The cable bridge which is 235-metre bridge with its graceful pylon rising 45 metres into the blue sky is lit with floodlights and is already a major tourist attraction. One cannot help but stop, take a deep breath and commit the memory of the view to the deepest recesses of your mind. This view is spectacular, centuries old hills, vales and mangrove lined Mapusa River with the graceful lines of the Corjuem Bridge highlighting the natural beauty of the place. Mayem Lake View Resort Goa The fort was actually just a vantage point equipped with strong walls and cannon stations to repulse invaders. A strong square shape

There are works of art, breathtaking in themselves but surreal when seen in their entirety when you move from one magnificent old building to another. Where else will you find so many churches, along with a Basilica and a cathedral? And ancient Hindu temple.  Old Goa Residency (Heritage View) Old Goa is a bonanza for those interested in history, art, culture and atmosphere. And where better to experience it all with the Old Goa Residency as your base, with world treasures just a leisurely walk away. Take your pick of world heritage monuments such as Bom Jesus which houses the body of St Francis Xavier in a tomb of exquisite Goan and Italian workmanship, Se Cathedral, St Francis of Assisi, St Cajetan, the Christian Art Museum, the Tower of St Augustine, which are just a minute’s walk away from this place. After that you can walk down the broad centuries old brick road that leads off to one of the greatest old churches – Santana of Talaulim. A week is not sufficient to explore

Miramar Residency Goa The Miramar Residency is newly refurbished and elegantly appointed hotel has 60 rooms and is located right on Miramar Beach. A cluster of neatly laid out cottages and an elegant building, set in a pretty garden with lawns and lush plants, this is a favourite haunt with tourists. GTDC has stepped up and made a part of its premises barrier-free, with an apartment especially designed for the physically disabled. There are more such apartments being designed. You would do well to book your rooms or cottages in advance. The Residency restaurant Foodland is popular with the locals as well, who come here to relax with friends and drink in the spectacular sunset. Foodland is set in beautiful surroundings and offers superb cuisine to suit every palate. The Residency has an air-conditioned multi-purpose Hall which can accommodate 150 people and an air-conditioned mini-hall for press conferences and board meetings. AC Deluxe rooms at Miramar Residency is eq

Around Calangute Residency Annexe is Just 200 metres from Calangute Residency, the Annexe has comfortable twin bedded rooms , ideal for economy minded excursion tourists and student groups. This is a no-frills hotel for the adventurous who spend all their waking hours exploring and only require a bed and bath. Calangute Annexe Goa Calangute Annexe with its 30 rooms is a great hit with school and college groups since it is so economical. It is very close to the Calangute bus stand and a stone's throw away from the beach. Bikes can be hired in the vicinity and one may go off exploring during the day and return at night. You have the entire beach at your disposal from Sinquerim in the south to Baga in the north. Further afield at Anjuna is theAnjuna Flea Market, which is a truly exotic experience. Baga is the place if you hanker after a blistering night life, at Tito's orMambo's. There are several clubs like the Vanilla Lounge where one can listen to or dance to

The Calangute Residency is Situated on the sands of the world famous Calangute Beach , the Calangute Residency offers you rooms overlooking the sea. Calangute Beach is just 16 km from the capital city of Panaji is the most popular destination for domestic and foreign holidaymakers.  Calangute Residency Goa The rooms are comfortable and spacious and the suites just perfect for an entire family. Best of all are the large patios where one can sit out and drink in the awesome beauty of the Arabian Sea any time of the day or night. The cottages are tastefully fitted with authentic and comfortable Goan Portuguese furniture. For those who prefer non-airconditioned rooms, the crisp sea breeze fills the rooms and your entire being. The lovely garden of the Calangute Residency is a beautiful foil to the pretty cottages and the blue sea beyond. ‘Destination One’, features an eclectic mix of venues serving great food, drinks, music and excitement all this and much more in an ambi

Vasco Residency even has an actual single room with one single bed in it. This single bedroom opens into a huge patio outside. This residency has been built with an eye on comfort. Harried after your business meetings of the day, this is the sanctuary you can escape to. If you need to dash off emails and faxes, there is a business centre in the new wing that is fully equipped with broadband high-speed internet connectivity and at least 10 computers. Vasco Residency A variety of cuisines can be sampled at Little Chef the beautifully designed bar and restaurant. The residency has a large wedding hall and a mini hall. There are AC suites, double rooms, non AC double rooms, two 4-bedded rooms, one 6-bedded room and one single room. All toilets are western-style, elegant and very clean.  This residency is frequented largely by corporate individuals, and those who have business with Goa Shipyard, the Antarctica Centre, various shipping companies and Navy personnel who show a pr

Mapusa Residency Mapusa Residency is located at the heart of Mapusa Town and offers you convenient access to all major commercial areas. More importantly, Mapusa is the hub which can connect you to all the prime beach locations in North Goa with a network of buses and mini-buses plying routes to the most far-flung beaches in the North. The bus terminus is just a short stroll away from the Residency. Around Mapusa Residency Visit the St. Jerome Church, also known as the Milagres Church, built in 1674 is sacred to the Christians and the Hindus as well. Bogdeshwar Temple is another must see destination fascinating by day or by night. The Swiss Chapel off St Jerome Road is also interesting to see, a quiet space of peace in a busy, bustling market town. The traditional Mapusa market has silks, textiles, jewellery and handicraft shops along with vendors selling spices, fruits and vegetables. If you want a riot of colour and a whole new experience in sight, sound and smell as a backdro

The Margao Residency have a 71-rooms. The Margao Residency offers business amenities and a friendly atmosphere which makes guests feel right at home. This elegant hotel equipped with a mini conference hall, well designed rooms both air-conditioned and non air-conditioned and a full-fledged bar and restaurant Preethi Classic which serving excellent cuisine of all types, Goan, Chinese, Continental... The restaurant has air-conditioned as well as non-air-conditioned areas. Margao Residency Room Souvenir caps, jute bags, t-shirts handicraft items and miniature liquor bottles – in short a survival kit for a Goan holiday, are on sale at the Residency. Around Margao Residency Take a trip to the Church of Holy Spirit built in 1564 over the ruins of a Hindu temple. Walk along the beautiful 18th century houses such as Joao De Figuereido house – having splendid collection of antique Goan furniture and the De Silva’s house – an impressive mansion built in 1790 having a façade with

PANJIM RESIDENCY UNDER RENOVATION TILL JANUARY 2015 Add caption There are few sights to beat the tranquil deep blue River Mandovi as she greets you with the morning sun slanting off her sparkling water. Canny guests of Panaji Residency select the river facing rooms well in advance and they all agree that there is something about this view that makes them come back to this hotel time after time. Maybe it’s the view; maybe it’s the people who keep this hotel and its 45 rooms running efficiently; maybe it’s the easy availability of a business centre on the ground floor; the shopping arcade, Aparant the handicrafts store with only Goan handicraft items made by Goan artists on display; maybe its beauty parlour. Panjim Residency Restaurant Or it could be Ruchira the multi-cuisine restaurant that serves a mouth watering array of delicious fare and the best liquors at its well-stocked bar. A definite sign about the quality of food in an establishment would be the percentage o

Colva Residency is situated in Just 6 kms away from Margao city, you could be the envy of your friends to be a guest at our most sought-after Residency. Everyone heads for Colva, the beach with silvery sands, and like all other GTDC properties, the Colva Residency has pride of place. Its cottages with 47 AC and non-AC rooms sit serenely in a pretty garden on the beach. Colva Residency Restaurant The restaurant has an indoor area and an open air garden extension serving the best of Goan cuisine.  Speakers are located in the garden and continuous reggae and holiday music plays on, adding to the delightful ambience of this Residency. Around Colva Residency  Drive to the Margao city, the commercial centre of south Goa , with its bustling markets, just 6 km from Colva. Visit the open-air museum Ancestral Goa at Loutolim and the beaches of Benaulim, Betalbatim and Arrossim that are about 15mins drive from Colva. The drive along the southern stretch of charming beaches