Goa - Palolem/Arembol New Years - too crazy?

Mary Poppins · Jul 6th, 2008, 07:47

I just tried to search on this - sorry if it's off topic.
I was wondering if I'm staying at Agonda will it be out of the question to do a day trip to North Goa - I would like to see the old town and also check out the markets etc. How long does it take to get there?

Assumably I can travel by bike or taxi to Palolem or any of the other closer beaches fairly easily as well if I like?

edek · Jul 6th, 2008, 15:12

Hi we were in Palolem in 2005 and are returning Dec 2008.
Does anyone have information/contacts for Neptunes point and or Green park?
Great place for a holiday,
Cheers Ed

GoanCanuck · Jul 6th, 2008, 15:59

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Originally Posted by Mary Poppins

I was wondering if I'm staying at Agonda will it be out of the question to do a day trip to North Goa - I would like to see the old town and also check out the markets etc. How long does it take to get there?

Ny "old town" I assume you mean Old Goa. From Agonda to Old Goa is abou 65 km which will take you about 1.5 hours by taxi or about 2.5 hours by bus. The market in Margao is about 27 km away. Agonda is not well connected by bus which means that you will either have to take a taxi or hire a scooter. If you have never driven a scooter then DON"T TRY LEARNING TO DO SO IN GOA.

Jean-Philipe · Jul 6th, 2008, 22:36

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Originally Posted by Mary Poppins

Eek...
I'm kind of set on the beach now - Varkala or Goa...I'm a bit scared though by some of these reports!

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Originally Posted by Nikos

I will be flying to Goa on the 6th of November and will be returning to the UK on the 3rd of April 2009.

After reading this thread, i now feel that i will be better off spending the festive period in a different area to Goa, purely because of the costs involved.

Does anyone have a recommendation of where i could stay over xmas and new year? I am open to pretty much anywhere in India, and would be booking my trains in advance to secure i can get to that specific city, town or resort during the mad rush.

I've been in Varkala several times for NYE. For me it has just the right mix of partying and dining options. But it is the peak of the peak season, so be sure to book your accommodation ahead.

edek · Jul 7th, 2008, 13:18

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Originally Posted by Mary Poppins

I just tried to search on this - sorry if it's off topic.
I was wondering if I'm staying at Agonda will it be out of the question to do a day trip to North Goa - I would like to see the old town and also check out the markets etc. How long does it take to get there?

Assumably I can travel by bike or taxi to Palolem or any of the other closer beaches fairly easily as well if I like?

no probs can hire taxi about an hour to get to anjuna market, bit longer to harambool. or u can hire a bike, scooter or car, lots to see have fun
ed

Raj Dave · Jul 27th, 2008, 00:23

You may find what you are looking for once you be there. May be you can book in advance for first couple fo days. During this first days you may personally explore different accomodations to best suit your requirement...

i have done this many a times.and if you can spend some time you get what you want worth the money.

have nice trip

Raj

Jul 6th, 2008, 15:12	#32
edek Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 2	palolem information Hi we were in Palolem in 2005 and are returning Dec 2008. Does anyone have information/contacts for Neptunes point and or Green park? Great place for a holiday, Cheers Ed

Jul 27th, 2008, 00:23	#36
Raj Dave Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 4	Hi Mary You may find what you are looking for once you be there. May be you can book in advance for first couple fo days. During this first days you may personally explore different accomodations to best suit your requirement... i have done this many a times.and if you can spend some time you get what you want worth the money. have nice trip Raj

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Mary Poppins First time caller, long time listener Join Date: May 2008 Location: Melbourne Posts: 57	I just tried to search on this - sorry if it's off topic. I was wondering if I'm staying at Agonda will it be out of the question to do a day trip to North Goa - I would like to see the old town and also check out the markets etc. How long does it take to get there? Assumably I can travel by bike or taxi to Palolem or any of the other closer beaches fairly easily as well if I like?

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