{"id":93057,"date":"2019-02-14T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-02-14T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/fall-in-love-with-goa\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:55:28","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:55:28","slug":"fall-in-love-with-goa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/fall-in-love-with-goa\/","title":{"rendered":"Falling in Love With Goa – India’s Unexpected Romantic Haven"},"content":{"rendered":"

With its lavish three-day weddings, epic Bollywood screen romances, and as the home of the world\u2019s greatest symbol of devotion, the Taj Mahal,<\/a> India is no stranger to love. If you\u2019re searching for somewhere to spend your next romantic getaway, look no further than India\u2019s dreamy coastal destination, Goa. With its rich history, an unstoppable nightlife, beautiful beaches, and so much to take in, exploring Goa with your favourite person<\/a> is guaranteed to be an experience that you\u2019ll never forget.<\/p>\n

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Anjuna Beach. Image Credit: Anthony O\u2019Connell<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sip cocktails and watch the sunset over the Arabian Sea<\/h2>\n

With its tropical climate and coastlines stretching along the Arabian Sea, Goa is unsurprisingly home to an abundance of incredible beaches, each complete with its own variety of bars and restaurants. Enjoy a local Indian Kingfisher beer (about Rs150, or R28 for a 650ml bottle) or a local cocktails (approximately Rs350 or R66) at one of the charming beach shacks and you\u2019ll be able to hang out on one of their gorgeous beachside sun loungers for free \u2013 the perfect spot for watching the sun go down right over the ocean \u2013 what could be more romantic? Stringfellows on Candolim Beach is a particular gem (and also serves delicious, reasonably priced food) but each spot offers its own individual charm, so don\u2019t be afraid to explore.<\/p>\n

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Kingfisher Beer. Image Credit: Anthony O’Connell<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dance the night away at a dreamy Goan club<\/h2>\n

As well as being a hotspot for great seafood restaurants, Goa is also home to a pulsating dance music scene. If you love electronic or dance music, or are just keen for a reason to get us close with your significant other with your feet in the sand, Goa will leave you with unforgettable memories. Club Tito\u2019s<\/a> on Baga Beach is famous for its great parties, but you can\u2019t really go wrong with anywhere along this strip if you\u2019re searching for loud music.<\/p>\n

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Se Cathedral. Image Credit: Anthony O’Connell<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Take in the incredible heritage sites<\/h2>\n

With its rich history as a Portuguese colony, and its unique mixture of both Hindu temples and Roman Catholic churches, Goa is a fascinating meeting of East and West, and a history buff\u2019s dream. Take in Goa\u2019s Churches and Convents,<\/a> which were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 (entrance free), as well as the numerous military places of interest, like the Reis Magos Fort<\/a> near Panjim (Entry Rs50 per adult, R10) which is a particular highlight.<\/p>\n