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Visa: For entry into India you need to obtain a visa prior to travelling. Visas may only be obtained in your country of nationality or residency. You can easily apply for a visa at your local consulate. Normally it shouldn’t take more than 7 days. Further information you get at www.india-tourism.com or visit the homepage of the Indian embassy. Flight Connections: Quatar Airways offers direct flights to Goa via Doha. Swiss International flies directely from Zurich. If you fly via Mumbai, there are plenty of airlines you can choose for a cheap fare. You will find many flights between Mumbay and Goa, should it be your first port of call into India. Try makemytrip.com or ixigo.com to get a cheap flight ticket. At Dabolim Airport you can hire a taxi to get to Agonda for a fixed rate of approx. 1100 rupees. We offer pick up service for the same rate. Currency Exchange: There are plenty of currency exchange dealers located throughout Goa. We recommend that you bring sufficient €50 notes to exchange. Exchanging travellers cheques in India can be a hassle. Automated Teller Machines (Cash Stations) accept most international credit cards. However, machines might not always be working when you need cash the most.
Food and Drink: Goa is a treasure trove of restaurants catering to Indian, Goan, Tibetan and Chinese Cuisine. A trip to Goa will not be complete without the savouring of the region’s fresh fish. Foods are prepared in kitchens catering to an international clientele. Foods are washed with filtered water – so that even salads can be eaten safely. Although the Indian kitchen is quite spicy and rich, it can usually be eaten without too much ado. Several good beers and wines are available in Goa. However, no evening should be concluded without the savouring of the well loved dark rum “Old Monk”. Filtered water is available everywhere for sale.
Transportation: We recommend that you have an international Driver’s Permit, available from most national automobile clubs, if you intend on driving or riding a motorcycle in India. Guests may rent the legendary Enfield as well as Hondas or scooters from local dealers. Taxis and rickshaws can also be hired, for simple transportation or on an hourly or daily basis at reasonable rates.
Rail Connections: Naturally, you may also want to consider taking a more adventurous train trip to and from Goa (getting off at the Margao Station). Check www.konkanmati.com for fares and schedules. Taxis are available at the Margao Station to take you to Agonda. Vaccinations: Vaccinations are not mandatory for travel to India. We recommend you consult your personal physician to make an educated decision about malaria and hepatitis vaccines. Make sure, however, that your tetanus and polio vaccinations are up-to-date. Other than your usual medication, we recommend you bring with you tablets against fever, diahrea and stomach symptoms as well as creams against itching caused by mosquito bites.
Weather: During the travel season, daytime temperatures average at 35 degrees. Evening temperatures differ in the summer and winter months. Evening temperatures in winter (December/January) can get as low as 18 degrees. In the summer (February through April), they can get as high as 28 degrees. |
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jardim a mar huts & restaurant
agondabeach near church house no. 357a southgoa india
cell +91 94 20 820 470 |