Goa advice sought for early September

akt · Aug 9th, 2004, 14:35

A thirty-something American couple is going to be in Goa for 3-4 days in early September and seeks advice from experienced travelers on a few basic decisions:

(0) My understanding of their likes and dislikes: They would enjoy beaches and quiet natural beauty, bicycling a few miles, and also city life, Portugese past, cafes, restaurants, etc. They would not like parties, dancing, loud music, drugs, and like.

(1) What are the day- and night-time temperature and humidity likely to be? Is early September cool enough to do without a/c?

(2) For such a short trip, is it wiser to book a hotel package, or simply stay at a hotel and do their own sightseeing?

(3) Should they base themselves in one part of Goa for the entire duration? If so, should it be north, central or south?

OR, would it be better to spend one night in each?

(4) Whatever your advice concerning above, which hotels would you recommend? They require hot water, a/c rooms and possibly swimming pool, but it need not be five-star. Everything else being equal, they would prefer the experience of staying in an Indian hotel of some distinctive character rather than standard international chains.

(5) One often hears that certain beaches, eg, Calangute, are overcrowded. Is that likely to be true in September as well? Or does it only apply to the high season?

Thank you.

timmy · Aug 9th, 2004, 22:04

<bump>

I want to hear your answers to these questions as well. Come on guys.

akt · Aug 9th, 2004, 22:20

Thanks Timmy. I am beginning to wonder if I should have broken up my post and made several, each with one question. But I'll wait a little before trying that route.

When and where are you going to become the "whitest person in India"?

timmy · Aug 10th, 2004, 14:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by akt

When and where are you going to become the "whitest person in India"?

I'll be there in October. It's currently winter here in Australia and I'm feeling a bit pale, hence the comment. Looking forward to relaxing in some sunshine in Goa, monsoon and Indra willing.

Coolwater · Aug 11th, 2004, 07:55

hey guys i am gonna be in goa early sept,....
lets all meeet

btw its rainy ...and a lil humid....
golden rule in goa : follow the carvan of bikes....

hope ya have fun

timmy · Aug 12th, 2004, 21:36

OK I wasn't going to admit it, but my Usenet alter ego suggested to akt's friends that they ask their questions on IM because you were so knowledgable and helpful. Akt has done it on their behalf. And now my (er, alter ego's) credibility is completely on the line. Bah! Now you've made me go and completely blow my cover.

May the fleas of a thousand camels infest your armpits!

Aug 9th, 2004, 14:35	#1
akt Account Closed Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: USA Posts: 438	Goa advice sought for early September A thirty-something American couple is going to be in Goa for 3-4 days in early September and seeks advice from experienced travelers on a few basic decisions: (0) My understanding of their likes and dislikes: They would enjoy beaches and quiet natural beauty, bicycling a few miles, and also city life, Portugese past, cafes, restaurants, etc. They would not like parties, dancing, loud music, drugs, and like. (1) What are the day- and night-time temperature and humidity likely to be? Is early September cool enough to do without a/c? (2) For such a short trip, is it wiser to book a hotel package, or simply stay at a hotel and do their own sightseeing? (3) Should they base themselves in one part of Goa for the entire duration? If so, should it be north, central or south? OR, would it be better to spend one night in each? (4) Whatever your advice concerning above, which hotels would you recommend? They require hot water, a/c rooms and possibly swimming pool, but it need not be five-star. Everything else being equal, they would prefer the experience of staying in an Indian hotel of some distinctive character rather than standard international chains. (5) One often hears that certain beaches, eg, Calangute, are overcrowded. Is that likely to be true in September as well? Or does it only apply to the high season? Thank you. Last edited by akt : Aug 9th, 2004 at 22:22.

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Aug 9th, 2004, 22:04	#2
timmy Back in Australia Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Australia Posts: 375	<bump> I want to hear your answers to these questions as well. Come on guys.

Aug 9th, 2004, 22:20	#3
akt Account Closed Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: USA Posts: 438	Thanks Timmy. I am beginning to wonder if I should have broken up my post and made several, each with one question. But I'll wait a little before trying that route. When and where are you going to become the "whitest person in India"?

Aug 11th, 2004, 07:55	#5
Coolwater FreeBird Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: where dream and day unite Posts: 18	hey guys i am gonna be in goa early sept,.... lets all meeet btw its rainy ...and a lil humid.... golden rule in goa : follow the carvan of bikes.... hope ya have fun

Aug 12th, 2004, 21:36	#6
timmy Back in Australia Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Australia Posts: 375	OK I wasn't going to admit it, but my Usenet alter ego suggested to akt's friends that they ask their questions on IM because you were so knowledgable and helpful. Akt has done it on their behalf. And now my (er, alter ego's) credibility is completely on the line. Bah! Now you've made me go and completely blow my cover. May the fleas of a thousand camels infest your armpits!

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