Have a Cool Summer: 5 Amazing Water Sports in Goa

Visiting Goa at least once in a lifetime always finds a place in the bucket list of any adventure enthusiast, especially those who love water sports. In 2014, 40,58,226 domestic and international visitors managed to fulfil their wish, says data released by the Department of Tourism, Government of Goa. This represents a 30 percent rise from the previous year. The craze for Goa is such that in 2015, the city managed to cross the five million mark in terms of visitors, playing host to 5.30 million tourists. 

The thrilling water sports in Goa attract tourists from all over the world. Here are the 5 best sports that could compel you to check domestic flights to Goa, especially the frequent ones from Mumbai.

5 Amazing Water Sports You Should Enjoy in Goa

 

1.      Banana Ride: Sitting on an unpowered, inflatable recreational banana boat meant to be towed, is an experience in itself, which no one should miss. Baga and Candolim beaches are the perfect destinations to enjoy banana boat ridesm in which you can be joined by your family and friends as well. Prefer summers for these rides, while equipping yourself with safety handles and life jackets.

2.      Windsurfing: A great surface water sport, windsurfing is a combination of sailing and surfing. For this, you need to balance yourself on a surfboard, while cruising through the heart pumping waves. If you are new to windsurfing, visit Dona Paula Bay, where you can learn the craft from scratch.

3.      Jet Skiing: Did you know that Jet Ski is the brand name of a personal watercraft manufactured by Kawasaki? You can sit on a Jet Ski alone or with a partner and guide yourself through the water at high speeds. Visit Candolim, Vagator and Baga beaches to find a buffet of Jet Skis for you to choose from for an enthralling ride.

4.      Surf boarding: Don't be surprised if standing individually on a surf board while riding on water and surfing the waves can make you feel like a bird. Quite a popular sport in Goa, surf boarding is a skilful water sport that requires the use of body balance and heart to tackle the high waves.

5.      Kayaking: Now it’s time for a narrow watercraft that is propelled by a double-bladed paddle. The boat we are talking about is called Kayak, and rowing this boat through the water is known as Kayaking. This water sport is highly popular in Goa and interests both locals and tourists alike.

Don't waste any more time thinking of how to have a memorable holiday. Book your tickets on one of the numerous Mumbai to Goa flights now!

This summer, Travel to the Coolest Places in India

During the grueling summer season, many families in India start planning for their annual vacations to beat the heat. In fact, the top summer travel search trends released by Google India in May 2017 reveal that overall travel related queries witnessed 53% year on year growth in February-April 2017. There has also been 70% year on year growth in queries originating from non-metro cities.

With some incredible flight offers on domestic flights to choose from, this is the right time for you to plan a quick getaway to a summer destination with friends or family. Here are some choices for you to consider.

Top 5 Places to Visit This Summer

1. Leh, Ladakh – With plenty of wildlife and picturesque locations, Leh and Ladakh are two dream destinations for any nature lover. You can also feed your desire for some adventure by indulging in river rafting, mountaineering, mountain biking and trekking. 
2. Goa – The beautiful beaches in North and South Goa are just what you need to escape the scorching heat of the Indian summer. The state will also offer you some of the best destinations from a historical significance, such as the famous Se Cathedral at Old Goa, which is considered to be a marvelous example of Portuguese architecture, and the Mahadeva Temple that traces its origins to the Kadamba period. 
3. Bagdogra – In the state of West Bengal lies the beautiful hill station of Darjeeling. Known for its extremely pleasant climate, this is an ideal travel destination for anyone looking to beat the summer heat. 
4. Srinagar – Srinagar is the heart of Jammu and Kashmir, a place once described so beautifully by the ancient Sufi poet, Amir Khusro, who remarked, “Agar Firdaus bar ru-ye zamin ast, Hamin ast o hamin ast o hamin ast,” which when translated to English means, “If there is a Paradise on Earth, it is this, it is this, it is this.” 
5. Port Blair – An absolute favourite town for a lot of foreign and domestic visitors round the year, Port Blair is located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. You will be amazed to explore the unending beauty of this place, from its beautiful parks to cultural museums, beaches, the infamous cellular jail and a lot more.

You can pick from any of these travel destinations since these places are known for their cooler weather conditions throughout the year. To ensure you end up saving on travel and accommodation-related expenses, you must ideally do the travel planning quite early, before the onset of the summer season. This will help you get great summer offers on domestic flights and hotel bookings.