Palolem beach is Goa's most idyllic beach. A beautiful sweeping bay of white sand, fringed with palms with an island (Green Island) accessible at low tide. Palolem's once pristine beach is now compromised by the endless restaurants and beach huts that are tucked in the palms. But, all of the beach buildings are of bamboo construction; if only they didn't use blue plastic on the roofs! There are lots of facilities on hand, no party scene, but with several restaurants playing music, some of it live.

       In North Goa, just jump in a taxi and head to Coco Beach. Negotiate your price first, and get the taxi driver to come back at the end of the day around 4 or 5pm. I have been to Coco Beach a few times, but each time I have been, it is busier than the last.

       Anjuna Flea market always takes place during wednesdays at Anjuna beach. Here you can get anything from Motorbikes to beach wear to Jewelley to Goa trance Cds. Prices are 300 times high and you have to bargain accordingly. Evening there are Trance parties being organised at the beach shacks esp 'Shorebar'. Also you get to meet oher Travellers from across the globe and share your thoughts and experiences. A must see activity.

       The more people are found lying on the Goan beaches, the more you'll see fruit vendors with big baskets on their heads trying to make some business. They're generally not too pushy; they simply inform you of the variety they have and then they move on.