--- title: "Goa" description: "Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Goa." canonical: "https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/goa" locale: "en" --- # Goa Primary place hint: Goa ## Breadcrumbs [Asia](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/asia) > [India](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/india) > [Goa](https://www.indietravelguides.com/en/destinations/goa) ## Hotel Guides - [Spectacular Hotel Views](https://spectacularhotelviews.com/en/rankings/goa) (spectacularhotelviews.com) Spectacular Hotel Views is the defintive guide to the world's best hotel views. It has over 600 destination rankings with hotels ranked by view quality, uniqueness, and breadth of availability across the property, has a searchable database of 2,500+ hotels with exceptional views and also allows you to browse by view type. Their Goa ranking provides a useful guide for finding hotels in Goa with the best hotel views. ## Travel Guides And Blogs - [Lonely Planet](https://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/india/goa) (lonelyplanet.com) Lonely Planet is a major professionally edited travel-publishing site built around destination guides, articles, and planning resources. Their Goa guide gives a well-rounded introduction to the destination, covering beaches, nightlife, Portuguese heritage, surfing spots, attractions, and practical tips. - [NOMADasaurus](https://www.nomadasaurus.com/first-timers-guide-goa-india/) (nomadasaurus.com) NOMADasaurus is an adventure travel and photography blog rooted in long-term travel, visual storytelling, and destination guides. Their first-timer's guide to Goa is a useful starting point for visitors who want an accessible overview of the state's heritage, popularity, and travel appeal. - [The Broke Backpacker](https://www.thebrokebackpacker.com/goa-itinerary/) (thebrokebackpacker.com) The Broke Backpacker is an adventure and budget-travel site focused on backpacking, low-cost travel, and independent trip planning. Their Goa itinerary is a practical planning resource for independent travelers who want a broad route through the destination's main experiences. - [The Travel Hack](https://thetravelhack.com/india/insiders-guide-goa/) (thetravelhack.com) The Travel Hack is a weekend-break and short-trip travel blog focused on practical ways to travel with limited time. Their insider-style Goa guide benefits from Sheena's long personal connection to the destination, giving short-trip planners a more experience-led perspective. - [Third Eye Traveller](https://thirdeyetraveller.com/goa/) (thirdeyetraveller.com) Third Eye Traveller is a solo female travel blog focused on historical, bookish, atmospheric, and highly themed destination guides. Their Goa article is a thoughtful pick for travelers looking beyond the beach, with eight non-beach ideas that broaden the destination's appeal. - [Crazy Sexy Fun Traveler](https://www.crazysexyfuntraveler.com/20-unique-things-to-do-in-goa/) (crazysexyfuntraveler.com) Crazy Sexy Fun Traveler is an adventure and spa travel blog with personal coverage of beaches, wellness, hiking, and experiences. Their list of 20 things to do in Goa is a lively, useful guide for shaping a beach-getaway itinerary around beach hopping, shacks, and local experiences. - [Dreams in Heels](https://dreamsinheels.com/off-the-beaten-path-goa-itinerary-for-7-days-goa-one-week-itinerary/) (dreamsinheels.com) Dreams in Heels is a solo female travel and lifestyle blog blending practical travel posts with culture and identity-led storytelling. Their seven-day offbeat Goa itinerary is helpful for travelers who want to connect North and South Goa with nature, beaches, and less typical stops. - [Be On The Road](https://www.beontheroad.com/2017/03/10-things-to-do-in-goa-that-are-far.html) (beontheroad.com) Be On The Road is an Indian travel blog focused on practical destination writing, road trips, vegetarian travel, and offbeat places. Their Goa article is a strong fit for visitors seeking non-beach holiday ideas, with ten ways to explore the destination away from its coastline. - [Breathedreamgo](https://breathedreamgo.com/best-places-to-visit-in-goa-india/) (breathedreamgo.com) Breathedreamgo is a transformational travel site with a strong focus on India, South Asia, responsible travel, and cultural preparation. Their Goa roundup offers a well-rounded offbeat angle, bringing together beaches, yoga retreats, cafes, eco resorts, and dining options. - [Travel Dudes](https://traveldudes.com/reasons-to-visit-goa-in-monsoon-season/) (traveldudes.com) Travel Dudes is a community-led travel site publishing destination guides, practical tips, inspiration, and contributor-based travel content. Their monsoon-season Goa article is useful for travelers weighing when to visit, with clear reasons the destination can be appealing during that period. - [Jessie on a Journey](https://jessieonajourney.com/goa-day-trips/) (jessieonajourney.com) Jessie on a Journey is a solo female, adventure, and NYC-focused travel site by certified guide Jessie Festa. Her Goa day trips guide is practical for planning beyond a single base, with transport notes, low-cost activities, crowd-aware advice, and an alternative spice farm option. - [The Shooting Star](https://the-shooting-star.com/in-photos-goa-monsoons/) (the-shooting-star.com) The Shooting Star is Shivya Nath's sustainable travel blog focused on conscious travel, community tourism, and reflective writing. Her visual Goa monsoon story is a thoughtful seasonal perspective, highlighting lush paddies, quieter beaches, and backwaters through a more reflective lens. ## Travel Videos - [Gabriel Traveler](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsDebGyHGIs) (youtube.com) Gabriel Traveler is a YouTube travel channel by Gabriel Morris, sharing travel videos, practical information, and budget travel tips. This beach-focused travel vlog documents one day on Palolem Beach in Goa, India, giving viewers a straightforward look at the setting and the creator's experience there.