Holidays to Betalbatim

Just north of the busy stretch of sand around Colva, Betalbatim is a small, peaceful cove offering relaxation and quiet enjoyment surrounded by whispering palms, lush green rice fields and the shimmering waters of the Arabian Sea. It's all you'd imagined a Goa beach holiday to be - endless stretches of sands, multi-coloured sunsets and truly relaxing, hassle-free days.

Offering serenity, seclusion and an escape from the stresses of city living - Betalbatim isn't somewhere to head if you're keen to sample the trance-music parties, hippy spirituality and full-moon fever of North Goa. A charming Indo-Portuguese village, this is a place where spirituality is found in the sound of the surf, or the swaying of palms in the beach-side coconut grove. There's much more to explore as you travel out from this sleepy resort - from the lively provincial capital of Margao, with its Catholic churches and bustling markets to the shrines and temples hidden in the hilltops and forests of the interior. Wherever you head, you'll experience a genuinely friendly welcome, rich and healthy food and stunning, unspoiled country.

But, ultimately, it's the beach that'll exert the biggest pull on you. And, at Betalbatim, you've found one of Goa's finest.

The hippies came in the 60s, drawn to the region's easy-going pace of life, its obvious spirituality and, of course, glorious beaches. Goa, today, is still a spiritually fulfilling destination - with its laid-back beach resorts, effortlessly friendly people and fragrant spice stalls.

From trance culture to serene spas, this Indian pleasure zone is all about recharging the spirit and refuelling the senses. Don't come for loud, all-night discos, though - the key to unlock the undoubted allure of Goa is to seek enlightenment through simple pleasures, chilled out beats, wonderful seafood and unforgettable beaches.

Alagoa Guest House
	Rating M Board Basis Bed and Breakfast The Alagoa Guest House is a friendly, family-run property set in it's own well-kept and attractive gardens; a perfect spot for anyone looking for a peaceful and relaxing ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

Alagoa Guest House
	Rating Board Basis Bed and Breakfast The Alagoa Guest House is a friendly, family-run property set in its own well-kept and attractive gardens; a perfect spot for anyone looking for a peaceful and relaxing ... Hotel details Add to shortlist

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