Goa, a little state with so much soul, is the ultimate honeymoon haven for beach lovers. Laidback, Goa is a merry blend of Portuguese and GoaKonkani, with the atmosphere of a lively carnival town. Goa, also known as 'the pearl of the east', is known for its Gothic churches, age-old ruins, palm-fringed beaches, coconut groves, ferry rides, and bubbly folk music. With its 131-km-long coastline, Goa is an important destination in every tourist's itinerary. Sun, sand and sea being the major attractions, Goa is a perfect heaven for the ones who need and want relaxation.

Goa is ideal for a passionate honeymoon, strolling hand in hand down the beach, dancing by the fireside at midnight, singing old songs to the beat of a strumming guitar. There is much to see and do - backwater cruises down the Mandovi and Zuari rivers, dolphin cruises on the high seas, adventure sports and water sports - Para sailing, wind surfing and water skiing - or you can simply hold hands and dance over the crashing waves! Chances are that you may never want to come back to terra firma once you have been transported into raptures at Goa.

Tropical Goa wraps every visitor who sets foot on its soil in traditions of spirit, joy and unmatched natural beauty. The very mention of Goa evokes visions of shell studded cream beaches, deep blue seas and brilliant green palms…Goa is all this and more.

One of the youngest states of the Indian Union, Goa attained statehood after 451 years of colonial rule and 26 years as a Union Territory. During the Napoleonic wars, the British briefly occupied Goa. Otherwise, the Portuguese were masters till 1961 when they were finally driven out. Goa remains Portuguese at heart: broad avenues spilling into cobbled squares, grand public buildings, old houses with overhanging balconies and numerous bars and cafes show how deep their influence has been.