Hey, great to hear that you are headed to glorious Goa with a special someone. Goa is a great destination for a getaway, but a word of warning. By end of March, Goa begins to get a little hot, so plan for a little bit of extra sun. On the positive side, Goa will also be a little less crowded, so you will get more space and better prices.Let me answer your 3rd question, about local transport in Goa, before we come to the other stuff. Source: FireTom/flickrBike in Goa Yes, hiring a bike is the best way to experience Goa. There are lots of rentals available, with a lot of choice in the kind... read more

Hey, Good to hear from you again! Let me first get the bike rentals part sorted out for you. Renting a bike can be as easy as you want it to be if you keep some facts in mind. Here is a list of things that you should do to avoid the mess :Carry your driving license and one or two photocopies also.Always rent a bike which has yellow number plate or a yellow mudguard. These bikes are government approved bikes and hence cops will not bother you.If you do not find the yellow plate bikes and choose to rent any other bike, then beware of the cops and if caught be ready to pay a little. In such... read more

Hey, good to hear from you again. Thanks for letting me know the budget that you had in mind, this really helps me narrow down the list for you. So here are some more options for you. What I have done in thrown in a mix of mainstream and boutique hotels, so that you get a good range to pick from: Terra Paraiso (INR 3500-4000 per night) : A boutique resort which has become the most popular choice of travelers because of its location, rooms and services. About 100 metres from Calangute beach, it reflects true Goan and Persian architecture. Choose from over 43 rooms and villas. You can... read more