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1 Week in Goa, India - Panaji, Old Goa, River Cruise!

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👁️ 10K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 42:34
What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Goa India is a beautiful part of the world to explore the people were super welcoming the food absolutely delicious and the scenery gorgeous

I definitely want to come back to there is so much more to see

I had a very good experience flying with and holidaying with Tui as far as package holidays go they dealt with everything and made the whole process a smooth one

the resort of candelim in North Goa is an excellent base from which to explore

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Use bottled water only, including for brushing teeth
✓Check if ice and salad items are washed with bottled water
✓Be cautious with street food and dairy products in the heat
✓Walk with caution in areas with foliage and avoid river edges
✓Carry mosquito repellent
✓Tip as you see fit, as it's not expected but appreciated

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Safety with wildlife — Walk with caution in foliage, avoid river edges, and don't go off the beaten path
Food and water safety — Use bottled water only, check ice and salad items, and be cautious with street food and dairy
Being hassled by vendors — A simple 'no thank you' is sufficient

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs cash or card better in Goa?
QWhat is safe to eat and drink to avoid a bad stomach?
QIs the wildlife dangerous, especially snakes and spiders?
QWill you be hassled by vendors?
QWhat is the tipping culture?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Top: Overnight river cruise on a traditional Indian house boat
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YouTube Video Description↓

Goa, India - Panaji, Old Goa, River Cruise, Wildlife! Come with me on this incredible adventure as I head to India for the very first time! You and I will fly from London Gatwick to Goa, western India, with TUI airlines before a transfer to the Acacia Hotel, north Goa, where we’ll spend one week as our base. In part 1 we explored Fort Aguada and had a totally unique overnight river cruise on a traditional Indian house boat! In this episode, part 2 of 2, we’ll enjoy a day exploring the mangroves for all kinds of wildlife including crocodiles, a tour of Old Goa, the capital of Goa, Panjim, a spice plantation, beach life, all meals / food reviewed, flight home to London U.K. from Manohar airport, Goa and much much more! Don’t forget to like this video, subscribe and turn on notifications for bi-weekly cruise and travel vlogs! Let’s follow each other on Facebook (jamiewrobins), X, Threads, Instagram and Blue Sky @travelblogjamie. You can become an exclusive member of my Patreon page with behind the scenes vlogs, Patron-only LIVES, shout-outs, monthly post cards, personalised video messages etc at Patreon.com/travelblogjamie, have personalised videos made for you at Cameo.com/travelblogjamie (currently in the top 13% of requests worldwide) and find my webpage at beacons.ai/travelblogjamie. #goa #india #travelblogjamie #rivercruise #cruise #travel