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VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF LIFE: (clockwise from above) India is famous for its spices and Goa is no exception. A great place to watch the sun go down. I don’t know art but I know what I like... pick up the ultimate souvenir.
attractions. There are two types of taxis, the white-colored tourist taxis, and the yellow-topped black regular taxis. Almost all major towns and tourist attractions have a taxi stand, where both types of taxis are available. Most hotels also arrange a taxi for you on request. Ensure that you fix a price for the entire journey before you sit in, so that you don’t get overcharged at the end of the trip
By Motorcycle: Goa has a unique and very popular mode of transport known as a ‘pilot’. This is in reality a motorcycle taxi. The motorcycle taxis are easily recognised by the yellow mudguards and yellow number plates. The driver who
is known as the ‘pilot’ carries only one pillion rider at a time. Bargain with the pilot for a good rate for the trip before you set out.
Another great way to see Goa is to hire a Vespa (scooter/motorized bike). It’s the
best way to explore the numerous roads
and tracks, which will take you out into
the villages and farming area. Scooters or motorbikes for rent are available in the main street on all popular Goa beaches. Scooters or motorbikes that are legally registered for hire have Black/Yellow, tourist vehicle and number plates.
By Auto-rickshaw: The three-wheeled auto-rickshaw taxi, painted yellow and black, is a common site in all Goan towns. This taxi is basically the front half of
a motor scooter with a couple of seats mounted on the back. They usually take two to three passengers and are quite speedy on the crowded roads of Goan towns. Above all, they are very cheap as compared to taxis for travelling around the town.
30 SPRING/SUMMER 2013
STAY
RCI AFFILIATED RESORTS IN GOA INCLUDE:
Royal Goan Beach
Club-Haathi Mahal 4129
This resort blends an Indian and Goan atmosphere with modern Western amenities. The central feature of this spectacular resort is
a 3-tier swimming with sunken bar surrounded by landscaped gardens and waterfalls that also include water slides, Jacuzzi and children’s pool.
Phoenix Park Inn Resort 5677 Located north of Goa and just five minute walk to the famous Candolim beach. Features include a large swimming pool and children’s pool, an English pub, bar, barbeque, fitness center, Ayurvedic massage therapy and live entertainment on most evenings.
The Royal Goan Beach Club
at Royal Palms 3594
An elegant colonial-style complex, pools, palm trees, sidewalk, and flowers fill the spaces between
the residence buildings, creating a peaceful, tropical atmosphere. An on-site restaurant serves classic Indian dishes and continental cuisine.
For additional resort listings in GOA, visit RCI.com or call 1300 368 800 AU or
0800 368 800 NZ