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Goa, India Overview

The Pearl of the Orient is a former Portuguese colony and tourist mecca on India’s west coast. It’s home to fine temples, churches and Indo-Portuguese architecture, plus a slew of popular beaches... more » The Pearl of the Orient is a former Portuguese colony and tourist mecca on India’s west coast. It’s home to fine temples, churches and Indo-Portuguese architecture, plus a slew of popular beaches. Palm-fringed coastline ties together fishing villages and coconut groves on both sides of the city that saw an influx of hippies in the 1960s and hordes of backpackers and package tourists descend in their wake. Over 1.3 million call this Arabian Sea hotspot, sometimes viewed as “India Lite,” home. « less

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Estrela do Mar Beach Resort

Jun 23, 2008

what to say about this hotel, its just dump..1) way to beach is just pathatic 2) Room Service very poor, at least you need to call 3 to 4 times to get your thing done 3) After 7:30 pm hotel become...more

Ciaran's

5 of 5 stars
Glasgow
Jun 21, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Spotted around a lush garden with palm trees and lizards, little bungalows sit, at Ciaran's. Each bungalow has a balcony with a hammock to lie in, as the sea breeze comes right off the beach into the...more

Sendra

5 of 5 stars
Kakching
Jun 19, 2008

A multicuisine treat with a flavour from the NE Indian Mongolian tastes mixed with exotic culture and tradition shows. It serves not only a memorable holiday/vacation but an experience worth...more

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