Updated: January 2026 Goa is not only famous for its stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife but also for its diverse shopping scene. From trendy boutiques to bohemian stores, the state offers a plethora of options for shopaholics. When you need a bit of retail therapy explore five cool boutiques in…
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Ashwem, nestled in the vibrant coastal state of Goa, is a must-visit culinary destination for food enthusiasts. Although I haven’t had the chance to explore all the restaurants in Ashwem, I can confidently recommend two exceptional dining experiences that stand out as the best of the best. Restaurants in Ashwem…
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Updated: January 2026 Assagao, the once-charming village in Goa, has blossomed into the ‘Beverly Hills’ of Goa, boasting high-end villas, trendy cafes, and a vibrant dining scene. Though it has seen many, many restaurants come and go, Assagao retains its unique character with a mix of old Goan houses, natural…
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Saligao, a treasure trove that holds onto its Goan heritage, resembles the villages of old. In the nostalgic days of my childhood, Saligao remained untouched, devoid of any restaurants except for the humble China Highway stall nestled in the football field. If you were driving down CHOGM Road between the…
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I came across something strange the other day. When I googled ‘Vegetarian Restaurants in Goa,’ my search results threw up some weird results. Popular publications featured restaurants like Brittos, known for its lobster, Jamun, a high-end Goan restaurant serving beef and fish, Sakana, famous for its sushi, and Copperleaf, renowned…
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Updated: June 2026 Hundreds of thousands of Goans live, work, and study in the Middle East. My parents did too, for close to 2 decades. You would think that given how large the Goans diaspora is in the Gulf, we’d have a wider range of Middle Eastern food and restaurants,…
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Local bars and taverns have been an integral part of Goa’s local culture for generations. Every evening, men from villages around the state would make their way to their neighborhood watering hole for some local alcohol, chit-chat, and pass-time. While many local Goan dive bars still see only the village…
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Welcome back to my series on Kerala! If you’re new here, I recently set out on my maiden trip to Kerala and explored two places – Kochi, a beautiful seaside town, and Munnar, a picturesque hill station. With its endless tea plantations and serene ambiance, Munnar reminded me a lot…
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As I woke up bright and early (6 AM, yikes!) on the morning of my first trip to Kerala, famously known as ‘God’s own country,’ I couldn’t contain my excitement. It was a road trip with some of my closest friends, and we were eager to experience the beauty of…
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Hey there, wanderers and dreamers! I finished posting my blogs on Sri Lanka a while ago, however, one question keeps popping up on my social media platforms: what was your Sri Lanka itinerary like? Now, I’m not a firm believer in following strict itineraries, as I think each person’s travel…
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The last stop on my trip to Sri Lanka was the beautiful coastal town of Galle. I envisioned sunny days by the calm, blue ocean, but the monsoons had set in just a couple of days before we arrived. In fact, the drive to Galle had us navigate through torrential…
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