3 tips to book the best Goa luxury resort

[Simon Hopes]

We present 3 easy but important tips to bear in mind before you book your next Goa holiday.

 

With its soft sandy beaches, laidback lifestyle and unique cuisine, Goa is arguably India’s most popular tourist destination for a variety of reasons.

 

From hippies to yuppies, and from soul seekers to honeymooners, Goa appeals to a lot of sensibilities and budgets. It also hosts a wide variety of beach-front luxury resorts that cater to a diverse mix of elite travellers. In fact, there are so many resorts that you are completely spoilt for choice.

 

Here are 3 important tips for choosing from one of the best luxury resorts that Goa has to offer:

 

#1. Determine the kind of trip you’re looking for

 

Take the time to determine the objective and kind of Goa trip you want. Do you want a quiet holiday away from the crowds, or do you want to be in the thick of the action? Each luxury resort caters to a different type of clientele and even changes as per the season. Are you looking forward to a tranquil, undisturbed solo trip? You should also check the resort’s proximity to nearby tourist spots, restaurants, and the best ways to get there. These factors will help you book the right resort that you and your companions, be they friends or family, can fully enjoy. Most luxury resorts in India respond quickly to online queries, so you can drop an email asking specific questions about location, amenities, etc.

 

#2. Listen to the grapevine

 

Once you have determined the nature of your trip and where you want to stay, the rest is fairly simple. The Internet has made holiday booking extremely easy, and also quite simple to plan in terms of putting together an itinerary. Visit the websites of your shortlisted luxury resorts to find out the facilities and amenities. There are several travel companies who host reviews of popular tourist spots, including high-end luxury resorts. Some avid tourists also post their personal reviews and blogs outlining their experiences. Read up these reviews and also look for customer ratings of your preferred resorts – the higher the rating, the better the property (usually). Be sure to read more than a couple of reviews to get a diverse opinion, and always ask questions – the global traveller community is quite vocal and inclusive, so you are sure to get an honest opinion.

 

#3. Lookout for offers and packages

 

If you are looking forward to a staying in a luxury resort for the experience, look for interesting and exciting offers and packages offered by the resorts themselves. Even top resorts and holiday homes offer fantastic offers and packages for guests to experience their hospitality and culture. The offers can save you some money and also provide a glimpse into how the resort handles your queries for discounts and packages for your chosen travel time. Sometimes, you get a really good package in the off-season – money saved can be money spent on shopping and eating out!