• From cozy cafés to local Goan favorites, here are some of the restaurants and eateries we love and recommend during your stay:

    1. Izumi (Assagao)

    2. Casanoni (Panjim)

    3. Avo’s Kitchen (Assagao)

    4. Bomras (Assagao)

    5. Spice Goa (Mapusa)

    6. Confeitaria 31 de Janeiro (Panjim)

    7. Kokni Kanteen (Panjim)

    8. Baker’s Street (Panjim)

    9. Burger Factory (multiple locations)

    10. Jolene by the Sea (Anjuna)

    11. JSan (Anjuna)

    12. Jugnu (Assagao)

  • Your hotel stay is covered for the wedding (November 2–4), but if you’re planning to extend your trip, here are some of our favorite spots we recommend checking out!

    Stays in North Goa

    1. Vaayu Kula https://vaayukula.com/

    2. Anahata Retreat https://www.anahataretreat.com/

    3. KAIĀ Goa https://www.kaiagoa.in

    4. Siolim House*** https://www.siolimhouse.com/

    5. Ahilya By the Sea*** https://ahilyabythesea.com/

    6. Mojigao***https://www.mojigao.com/

    Stays in South Goa

    1. Talpona Beach Huts https://zestcafegoa.com/beach-huts/

    2. Beleza By The Beach (our wedding resort) https://belezagoa.com/

    3. Alila Diwa Goa*** https://www.alilahotels.com/diwagoa/

    4. The Lamp House https://www.amastaysandtrails.com/en-in/the-lamp-house-goa

    (Hotels marked*** are not beachfront!)

  • If you’re planning to stay a few extra days, here are some must-see places to explore, unwind, and soak up the beauty of the area:

    Beaches & Sunsets

    • Palolem Beach (South Goa)

    • Galgibaga Beach (South Goa)

    • Mandrem Beach (North Goa)

    Culture & History

    • Basilica of Bom Jesus (UNESCO World Heritage Site) – Famous for its Baroque architecture and the relics of St. Francis Xavier

    • Se Cathedral – One of the largest churches in Asia, with impressive Portuguese architecture

    • Fontainhas, Panjim – Explore Goa’s colorful Latin Quarter, full of Portuguese-style houses, cafés, and art galleries

    • Aguada Fort – A 17th-century fort with sweeping views of the Arabian Sea

    Nature & Adventure

    • Dudhsagar Waterfalls – A spectacular four-tiered waterfall on the Goa-Karnataka border (best visited by jeep safari)

    • Spice Plantations – Take a guided tour to learn about Goa’s spices, complete with a traditional Goan meal

    • Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary – A treat for nature lovers, especially in the early morning

    Shopping & Strolling

    • Anjuna Flea Market – Iconic for clothes, jewelry, handicrafts, and souvenirs

    • Mapusa Market – Bustling with spices, cashews, and Goan sausages

    • Panjim Market – Perfect for picking up local wines, feni (cashew liquor), and sweets

    Day Trips & Beyond

    • Old Goa – A cluster of historic churches and convents that feels like stepping back in time

    • Divar Island – A peaceful, less touristy island accessible by ferry

    • South Goa Villages – Explore charming villages with Portuguese villas, coconut groves, and sleepy backwaters