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A December 2003 trip to Goa by SPOTTISWOODE

Quote: A fantastic place to visit. I would recommend the Marinha Dourada Hotel in Arpora, North Goa. Visit Dudsagar Waterfalls--it takes a whole day, but it's worth it. Go by taxi, and agree on a return fare first. Go on some boat trips, again through taxi drivers. Overall peace and tranquility in Goa.
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Overview

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Dudsagar Waterfalls: a lovely drive to the waterfalls, and when you arrive, you get into a jeep and drive up over rocks through the river, and then take a 15-minute walk over the rocks until you reach the magnificant waterfall. Buy bananas and nuts to feed the monkeys, but don't leave anything lying there and go for a swim under the waterfalls. Coco beach is lovely as well; all taxi drivers know where it is. Go on a boat trip from Coco beach and see the dolphins and Goa's only jail. The boat guys will call out and you might see some of the prisoners. Come to the Saturday night market in Arpora for live music, food, and lots to buy, or to just chill with a beer. Quick Tips:...Read More
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The Marinha Dourada Hotel is a excellent hotel with good facilities. It overlooks two lagoons that you can go out in a boat and fish on. They belong to the hotel, so ask at reception. The hotel itself is about 10 minutes away from the beach with a free shuttle bus. The walk is relaxing, as you don't have to pass too many sellers. The rooms in the main hotel are spacious. A new annex was built 2 to 3 years ago, and the rooms are really nice, as they all overlook the pool. There are two main pools and a children's pool as well. The staff is really friendly, and the poolside bar is peaceful and relaxing. I'd recommend a visit to the beauty treatment room. All the taxi drivers outside th...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on October 26, 2004

Marinha Dourada
Arpora
Goa, India

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Restaurant

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A reasonably sized restaurant with covered or outside eating. The food and service are excellent. There is a superb choice of menu and themed evenings where the waiters dress for the occassion. I would recommend booking during the Christmas/New Year period.

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on October 26, 2004

Bernards Restaurant
Off Baga Road
Goa, India

About the Writer

SPOTTISWOODE

SPOTTISWOODE
EDINBURGH, United Kingdom

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