
Goa has a special charm that draws tourists from around the world. This former Portuguese colony is different to the rest of India, with it’s Portuguese influence of over 430 years. The Goan food, culture and architecture is admired by all and it’s reputation as a relaxing place of immense natural beauty and friendliness is the main reason for it’s high repeat clientele..The sun-drenched beaches which stretch along the Arabian Sea with bright blue skies, spectacular sunsets, green rice fields, lush coconut groves and the sweet fragrance of the cashew and mango blossoms beckons tourists each year. Besides the natural beauty, Goa has many historical sites like Forts, churches, temples etc. With water sports such as wind surfing, jet skiing, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing trips, dolphin watching, waterfalls, and live music entertainment, Goa is the place to be!.
Travelling To GoaCharter Flights
For direct Charter flights contact your local UK tour operators. One operator of Goan origin in Kent, U.K. that organizes both charter and scheduled flight bookings, whether flight only or packages, is Fabian / Val of Take Flight Travel. Their web addresses are www.takeflight.co.uk and www.goacharters.com. The government of India restrictions on charter airlines do not allow for flight-only passengers to travel without accommodation. This being the case, all flight-only bookings on charter flights will include a minimum dorm-house voucher with tickets. This will need to be shown at immigration on arrival.
Domestic Flights
All domestic flights can be booked online however, some agents have special fares which can be booked in advance. Take Flight Travel is one such agent who from this year will be offering two center holidays to include Thailand with direct non-stop flights between Mumbai and Bangkok.
Please note, transfer time by car from Dabolim - Goa airport to Albuquerque Holiday Villas in Candolim Goa is 45 minutes. Prepaid charges for a taxi from the airport taxi counter is approximately Rs.700/-
Trains
Should you choose to travel by train, be prepared for delays The closest station to Albuquerque Holiday Villas, Candolim Goa is Tivim rail station which is about half an hours drive by car.

