A handicraft shop at Vagator Beach
"A pleasant smile" is the first thing that comes to the mind when one first sees Akash, a handicraft product seller located at the Vagator Beach in North Goa. It was while I visited this beach that I first set eyes on this man selling...
Chat with a “Russian” at Betalbatim Beach
It was while walking along the beautiful Betalbatim Beach (popular for sunsets) in South Goa that I spotted a caucasian couple chilling in the sea. It was about a couple minutes later that the man decided that he had had enough of swimming and started...
Calangute Beach and the “Bubbles” Cafe
As I was walking along the Calangute Beach in North Goa I suddenly hear a pleasant voice pleading "Sir please come to this cafe". On hearing this rather sweet voice I looked up and saw a young boy with sunglasses, who when asked for his...
The “Kulfimakers” of Donna Paula
As I was walking back from the "Donna Paula" jetty during my trip to Goa, a neatly dressed simple man named Ryan approached me, and asked me if I would care to have a kulfi (a form of Indian candy). The climate at that moment...
Dinner at Brittos in Baga
"Class personified" would be the best way to describe the ambiance of "Brittos Bar and Restaurant" situated in close proximity to the Baga Beach in North Goa. It was after covering the "Calangute, Vagator, and Anjuna" beaches on my trip to Goa that I eventually...
A Shack Named “Dominick’s” At Colva Beach
During my wonderful trip to Goa I visited the Colva Beach situated in the south of the state. No sooner did I arrive at this scenic beach, that I began taking pictures. In the process of taking pictures of the beach itself I also attempted...
Pearl’s Beach Cafe at Cavelossim
"Tranquility" is what I experienced while eating a plate of French Fries and a soft drink in a shack called "Pearl's Beach Cafe" located at the beautiful Cavelossim Beach. Situated in South Goa this shack popular for its seafood is surrounded by sparkling golden sand...
Candid chat with a Lifeguard on a Goan Beach
It was while exploring the beautiful beaches in the state of Goa in India, that I observed the presence of lifeguards. Now, having seen them at all beaches I wondered what exactly was the function of these lifeguards? So, to satisfy this curiosity I decided...
2 Water Activities at Palolem Beach
In South Goa there are several beaches that are extremely pristine, picturesque, and hence worth visiting. One such beach that is extremely popular is Palolem. Now, the Palolem Beach attracts tourists in large numbers not only for its scenic beauty but also, for a couple...
The “Kayaking Man” of Palolem Beach
Kayaking is a form of water sport that is extremely popular in many beaches in India. Now, this form of water sport is readily available on many of the picturesque beaches situated in the state of Goa. One such beach in the state that is...