Babymoon in Goa

Before baby arrives, treat yourself to a babymoon vacation to Goa.

Babymoon in Goa……Looking for some pampering and relaxation before midnight feedings and sleep deprivation become the norm? A pre-baby vacation is the perfect answer!

Babymoons is designed for optimum pampering and luxury for couples when they are in Goa. These “last hurrah” trips for parents-to-be provide the perfect setting to relax and reconnect as a couple before entering (or re-entering) parenthood.

Pre-baby vacations are one of the hottest trends in travel today, and with good reason. Moms and dads-to-be know that luxury vacations without sippy cups and bibs may be out of reach for a while, so they’re seizing the opportunity for one last romantic getaway.

Couples with baby on the way need to bond. Sometimes the journey of having a baby could be stressful both on body and mind and could distance the couple . Babymoon is ideal for couples who are expecting their baby soon and want to spend some quite time together away from hustle and bustle of life or possibly joint family so they can bond together as well as plan their journey ahead as parents. Goa gives you that privacy and solitude to make it happen.

Our goal is to help you find the perfect babymoon vacation in Goa. For more details visit : https://xorooms.com/babymoon-in-goa.php

Walking tours in Goa

Goa is one of the most adventurous and historic place in India. So out of all the ways to explore a new city during your travels, nothing beats a Walking tours in Goa. Meeting at landmarks with a rich history, listening to authentic stories, and discovering hidden gems which only the locals know, allow you to expand your knowledge about Goa, Goan people and Goan culture within just a few hours. Enjoy your walking tour with small groups and experience the sights, sounds, and the aromas of the vibrant historic place.

Following are the details about the different Walking Tours in Goa:

Fontainhas Walking Tour

Fountainhas walking tour takes us to the Portuguese past. It is an old Latin Quarter Walking Tour In Goain Panjim that maintains its Portuguese influence. This tour covers the heritage precinct of St. Thomas ward, Famous Goan 31st January Bakery, the chapel of San Sebastian and a cluster of interesting buildings like Panjim Inn, Fundacao Orient, and Galerie Gitanjali, we also meet famous Goan musician and get an insight into Portuguese influence on Goan music, Marcou Artifacts’ a local producer of handcrafted ceramic souvenirs of Goa. In the end we conclude our tour to the Post Office by a different route. This tour is excellent for Photographers and Architecture lovers.

Old Goa Heritage Walk

Old Goa was the capital city of Goa. It is the historical link fromWalking Tour In Goa pre – Portuguese times to the present day. Old Goa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, housing some of the best churches. The tour starts “outside the Archeological Museum which can be found on the left hand side as you enter the main precinct of Old Goa”. This tour Covers the pieces of ruined buildings displayed outside the Museum,Old Goa’s first church” Church of St Catherine”, the Old Wall of Goa and the rear of the Archbishops Palace, before we arrive at the Viceroy’s Arch and the Church of St Cajetan, the old main street of Old Goa, the Rua Direita to pass by the Se Cathedral and the Church of St Francis, before reaching the Basilica of Bom Jesus where the remains of St Francis Xavier are to be found.

Divar Island Walk Tour

Another tour that one should not missed. Divar is like a journey back in time. Walking Tours In GoaThe lovely ferry ride to the wonderful island of Divar. It is great experience of time. Starts by taking the ferry across from Ribander to Divar, covers St Mathias Church, underground cave, Our Lady of Candelaria chapel built, ancient Saptakoteshwar temple tank, Naroa ferry, old Fort and the holy bathing site of the Hindus called the “Porne Tirth”, sluice gates to understand how the traditional Khazan system works. It also covers Piedade Church. The lunch is held at traditional Portuguese house at a local bakery to see how the goan  Pav is made. Travellers can come to know some Goan recipes from our local chef. There are beautiful spots for natural photography.

Saligao Village Walk Tour

One of the most prosperous villages of Goa. It totally reflect the creative style of Walking Tours In Goasome of the renowned artists of Goa who have chosen to live a splendid village lifestyle.It starts from “Mae De Deus Church”  at 4:30 pm with  briefing about the early settlers of the region. Proceed to walk into the village wards through the trails flanked by beautiful rice fields. Procced to house that showcases Portuguese style architecture and interiors and also meet some the artists at their homes.

Chandor Walking Tour

Know about  the dramatic history of Goa dating back to the pre-portuguese era Walking Tour In Goaover 1000 years old. Chandor then known as Chandrapur was a buzzing trade center.The walk Starts at “St. Tiago Chapel in Chandor” at 9.00 am on Saturday. It covers sites and ruins of historical importance that date back over 1000 years, the scenic view of the Kushavati River, heritage house that predates the Portuguese era and contains interesting artifacts which highlight the Mauriyan and Kadamba era.

Highlights of Walking Tours In Goa

– A guided tour by a friendly local guide
– Get insight to Portuguese Architecture
– Access to traditional Hindu House
– Access to a traditional house from the Portuguese era
– Meet a renowned Goan Musician

Inclusions
Local English-speaking guide
Entry to Heritage Home

Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional food and drinks
Souvenirs and items of a personal nature

If you want to explore more of Goa, these walk tours of Goa will get you another view of Goan style of living. You can contact our local experts here to know more about how and when the next cycle tour will be scheduled.

Contact our Office in Goa for your next Holiday which could include a customized Walking tour for you and your friends. Email xo@xorooms.com  or reach out to Jerry at 9823472999, for details about the activity.

Beach Candlelight Dinner in Goa

Beach Candlelight Dinner in Goa

Goa, a state on the west coast of India may be a small state but it’ll never fail to keep you entertained. As far as the entertainment factor is concerned, we are quite familiar with the different aspects of entertainment Goa has to offer. One of the most highlighted entertainments lately, is the Beach Candlelight Dinner in Goa. This dinner can be organized for a group and a couple as well. To set the tone for a couple’s dinner in Goa, a romantic one is always the right way to go. These Candlelight dinners can also be arranged at resorts, restaurants or by the pool side, whichever makes you comfortable, given the variety of venues Goa has to offer.

Few decoration requirements that can be chosen for a lovely Beach Candlelight Dinner Goa:

Entrance With Flowers

This will lighten the mood for the evening and also make the couple feel special for the night. It will also make them look forward to what’s in store for them for the dinner.

Easel stands

Preferably wooden ones give a rustic touch which makes the décor look much more aesthetic for the evening.  This one usually has the option of decorating it with flowers of different kinds depending on theme.

Pathway Decor in terms of Paper bags and T-lights

This one, is suitable for beach décor, it makes the set up look heavenly and beautiful. It creates a path for dinner set up and leads the couple to it in a really creative manner.

Gazebos with flowers

This brilliant set up, is appropriate for this setting as it represents sense of privacy for the couple. This gives a touch of and enchanted environment given the fact that it’ll be decorated and surrounded with flowers.

Fairy and LED Lights

This one is quite common but never fails to “light” up the mood for the evening. Fairy lights make anything look like a fairy tale honestly. So there’s nothing that go wrong with lights in general.

Fire Torches for Beach Candlelight  Dinner in Goa

This is just a substitute for the above option. So basically instead of using electricity you can go for the option of lighting fire torches that provide the effect except there’s no consumption of electricity.

Candle Based Table Pieces

candle

This one as well is aesthetically pleasing to the eye and gives an elegant touch to the whole set up. The candles can placed in a small decorated box or placed on the table directly along with flowers or paper cut outs.

Tie Backs for chairs

This one is a classic décor set up used by every decorator.  It highlights the night and makes the seating arrangement very pleasing to look at. The tir backs makes the night all about the couple and gives more importance to them.

Music for Beach Candlelight  Dinner in Goa

This is obviously a must for any occasion. In this scenario, the genre it calls for is romantic. It sets a tone for the mood and the set up and it also creates a romantic environment for the couple.

candle light dinner

All of the above can make your Candlelight Dinner experience in Goa a must-do sensory delight. It is ideal for an ‘under the stars’ celebration that will make your dinner memorable. Something you will take back home and cherish forever. A photographer can be arranged for the purpose of collecting your precious special moments together. The scented candles will do its job by spreading the romantic mood. Delicious food along with the finest red or white wine at your table as the sea waves gently crash ashore in the background to the rhythm of the romantic music is specially curated for your listening pleasure.

Well now if you require a professional to handle the above for you so that you can enjoy your valuable time at a Beach Candlelight Dinner in Goa, then you are just a call away. The number to contact is 9823472999.

post by: Neona Heredia

Romance in Goa

Romance in Goa – Top 5 things to do in Goa.

Goa is one of the most romantic places in India.  Whether its walking hand in hand in one of the many beaches in Goa, or sipping a glass of wine or cocktail by the pool side or admiring the gorgeous sunset at a beach or just relaxing in one of the numerous luxury resorts in Goa or Cruises on the River Mandovi, Goa has it all and ideal for Romance in Goa.

Goa is invariably one of the most romantic places in India and hence the first choice for Weddings, Honeymoon, Couples Vacations or just partying with friends.  Of the many romantic escapes in Goa the top 5 which comes to my mind are :

  1. Strolling hand in hand on Goa’s Beaches :

Goa is gifted with many beaches stretched from North to South Goa for romance in goa.  The best beaches for couples in Goa are located in the South Goa.  Right from Leela beach up to Bogmallo Beach which boasts of miles and miles of white sand and crystal clear waters.  My personal favorite being the Cavelossim Beach which boasts of few of the best Luxury Resorts in Goa names the Leela Beach, Holiday Inn,  Dona Sylvia and Radission Blue. Even the Palolem beach in extreme South Goa is a amazing getaway option for couples. North Goa also has many amazing beaches with lots of activities.  Some beach in the North like Morjim beach are unique and offer great options for couples.

  1. Pampering yourself in Goa’s Top Spa’s:

Goa has many spas which offers various treatments right from Thai massage to even traditional Ayurveda massages which is ideal for romance in goa.  The treatments are relaxing as well as therapeutic.  Some of the top Spas in Goa which we recommend are:

  • Snip Spa and Salon
  • Jiva Spa, Vivanta by Taj
  • Siwa Spa
  1. Luxury Hotels and Resorts in Goa

Goa boasts of top luxury resorts in India.  Over the years all the top brands from all over the world have opened their hotels and resorts in Goa and ideal for couples seeking romance in goa.  Right from Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, Zuri, Leela and the Intercontinental have opened their resorts in Goa.  Each resort is unique has top of the line architecture, cuisines, amenities and facilities. Some of the Luxury Resorts we recommend are:

  • Holiday Inn Goa
  • Park Hyatt
  • Grand Hyatt
  • Taj Holiday Village
  • Marriott
  1. Party night away in Goa’s many Clubs

If its partying it has to be Goa.  Goa over the years has gained reputation to the party capital of India.  Goa not only has the best of the clubs but also organizes a lot of adhoc events over the years on beaches, yachts, back waters or Villas throughout the year.  This is ideal for couples seeking romance in goa.   Celebrating New Years in Goa is everyone’s dream come true. Some of the top party places and events in Goa are :

  • Club Tito’s
  • Mambo
  • Club M
  • Club Cubana
  • Beach parties in Morjim and Palolem
  1. Water Sports in Goa

Goa has lots of beaches and teamed with it a lot of water sports activities.  Right from scuba diving to jet skis to para sailing to canoes.  You name it goa has it.  Goa also has wind surfing at Dona Paula bay near Panjim.  Lot of the water sports activities are located in Baga and Calangute Beaches where most of the tourists visit.  Besides these beaches other beaches like bogmallo, utorda, varca, cavelossim, palolem, vagator, morjim, anjuna and cancona also has water sports .  One of the key water activities for couples is scuba diving and the best site to book this activity is www.scubadivingingoa.com

If you are planning a trip to Goa and need some assistance for planning your trip or to book flights or hotels do email xo@xorooms.com or reach out to Jerry at 9823472999.