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Are you planning a vacation and pondering on to decide a destination that has true essence of frolic ? Then no other place except Goa can meet your requirements. It is the only place where coquettish Sun tantalizes the coy velvety sand on the silky Beaches, where a harmonic equilibrium of multiple cultures can be experienced, where you find exquisite temples and massive churches, where your quest of adventure culminates and where you trace ceaseless celebration of life. The Tourist Attractions in Goa are a complete package of merriment.

THINGS TO SEE IN GOA

Go on a tour to Goa and experience the charisma of the Portuguese city. There are many allures in its storehouse that are breathtaking and lovely.

Beaches of Goa: To experience the quintessence of exotic Beaches, one must visit the Beaches of Goa. The beaches of Goa are much advanced and the amenities these beaches provide are excellent. Beholding the beauty of azure water will soothe your senses, fill reinvigorate the spirits. Indulge in water sports at the beaches or just unwind yourself relaxing or take a beach ride… the choice is yours. The famous beaches of Goa are Colva Beach, Anjuna Beach, Agonda Beach , Mabor Beach, Varca Beach, Dona Paula Beach , Benalium Beach, Bogmalo Beach, Vagator Beach, Arambol Beach, Cavelossium Beach, Aguada Beach, Baga Beach , Calangute Beach and Baga Beach.

Churches of Goa: The churches of Goa reflect the invasion of Portugal here and a blend of Renaissance and Baroque pattern. The extraordinary churches manifest the Christian architecture with layered frontispiece, framed with columns and pilasters. They are no less important for tourists after beaches. UNESCO World Heritage Site has included the Goan Churches and Convents. Some prominent Goa churches are The Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral, Convent & Church of St. Francis of Assisi, The Church of St. Alex – Curtorim, The Church of Lady of Rosary and The Church of St. Cajatan.

Temples of Goa: Goa has assimilated many religions and temples of Goa are an evidence of it. These temples are built in typical Hindu architectural style. Among much revered temples of Goa are Shree Kamakshi Temple at Shiroda, Shree Saptakoteshwar Temple at Narve, Shree Shantadurga Temple at Dhargal, Shree Damodar Temple at Zambaulim, Shree Navdurga Temple at Borim, Shree Shantadurga Temple at Fatorpa, Shree Mhalasa Narayani Temple at Mardol, Shree Mangueshi Temple at Mangueshi, Shree Laxmi Narsimha Temple at Nagueshi, Shree Mahalaxmi Temple at Bandode, Shree Ramnath Temple at Bandode, Shree Shantadurga Temple at Kavlem and Shree Sanusthan Goudpadacharya, Kavlem Math, Kavlem

THINGS TO DO IN GOA

Adventure Sports: The long coastline of Goa offers many opportunities for enjoying water sports at the beaches of Goa. Adventure sports in Goa are a thrilling affair of fun filled excitement. Enjoy Sailing, Para-sailing, Wind surfing, Scuba – diving, Cruising, Jet-skiing, Knee – Wake-Boarding, Catamaran Sailing, water-skiing and snorkeling, bull fighting, golfing; Or enjoy land sports like Hiking and Trekking, Microlite Flying, Go-Karting and Bird Watching. These sports are extremely thrilling.

Enjoying Carnival : Come February and Goa is all engrossed in merry making. The Goa Carnival is an extravaganza of feasting and celebrations. Irrespective of the age, people of Goa indulge in “Eting, Drinking and Frolicking.’ This three day musical extravaganza is observed just before the austere 40 days of Lent. Processions, dances and music are all enjoyed during the carnival. Visit Goa in the month of February and experience for yourself what the carnival brings to Goans.

Night Life in Goa: Night life in Goa is immensely happing. The pubs and restaurants remain open till late nights busy with serving the drunkards and gourmets. The theme parties in Goa are a special feature of Goa’s nightlife. Different themes of parties have relevant kind of music – from groovy to Trance, Jazz and Pop. The hippies crowd the clubs till late booze, smoke, take drugs and loosening up themselves in the seductive ambiance.

Goa beckons and a lot more awaits to be explored by you. Go Goa!!! and feel what missed in the suburban life.

‘I don’t see any immediate impact of the global economic crisis on the region’s maritime industry,’ said Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of Dubai World – owners of DP World – as well as Chairman of Dubai Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, Nakheel, and Dubai Waterfront Company.

‘There is still heavy demand for cargo operations – both importing and exporting – between the region and the rest of the world,’ said bin Sulayem after officially opening Seatrade Middle East Maritime, which has attracted international and regional shipping operators, financiers and suppliers to assess the impact of the global downturn.

Speaking after touring the exhibition, he described Seatrade Middle East Maritime as one of the world’s fastest-growing events of its kind as well as one of the global industry’s largest. ‘The large number of companies participating in this event reflects the importance of the maritime sector in the United Arab Emirates and the region,’ he added.

Seatrade Middle East Maritime, which runs until 16 December, is under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai. The Dubai event is held every two years and is ranked among the industry’s top 10 largest.

A total of 313 companies from 33 countries are exhibiting at Seatrade Middle East Maritime. More than 500 delegates are also attending associated conferences including Money and Ships, the Seatrade Middle East Cruise Conference and Superyacht Solutions.

Christopher Hayman, Chairman of Seatrade, the event organisers, said:

‘The Dubai World chairman (bin Sulayem) is right to emphasis that this region has an important place in world shipping.’
‘The Arabian Gulf is one of the most active international maritime centres and while it has always been pivotal in global energy-related transport, more recent economic growth has driven record volumes of containers and increasing bulk cargo. Strategies may need to be adjusted for the new financial era we are entering but the maritime industry will continue to be the lifeline of the regional business community,’ he added.

With vessel hijacking on the increase off the Horn of Africa and the Gulf of Aden, a special evening session of the Money and Ships conference will take place on 15th December. The session includes speakers from the security industry, legal advisors, tanker operators and seafarer organisations. Further issues to be debated include fuel, emissions and green technology; the challenge of manning; regional port and trade development; along with shipbuilding and repair.

Seatrade Middle East Maritime 2008 is the largest maritime event of its kind in the region with a record number of exhibitors and stands. National pavilions include China, France, Germany, Holland, India, Singapore and the United Kingdom.

Principal sponsors of Seatrade Middle East Maritime 2008 include Det Norske Veritas, GEM, Dubai Maritime City Authority, NITC and Gulf Marine. Other sponsors are: ABS, BP Marine, ClassNK, Drydocks World, Emarat Maritime, Ince Al Jallaf & Co, Lloyd’s Register, Topaz Energy & Marine, Rais Hassan Saadi Group, SAIFEE Trading, Royal Caribbean Cruises Line, Cloud Cruises and the Ministry of Tourism for the Sultanate of Oman.

The event is supported by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, DP World, Dubai Shipping Agents Association, Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, the International Association of Ports and Harbours, the Nautical Institute, the Royal Institute of Naval Architects, ImarEST, the UAE Ship Owners Association and the Supply Chain & Logistics Group.

About Seatrade:

Seatrade is among the shipping world’s most respected brands, specialising in publications, events, management training, awards schemes and websites covering all aspects of maritime activity. In 2004 Seatrade Middle East opened in Dubai, emphasising the company’s commitment to the region.

Seatrade is also involved in the organisation of the Seatrade Academy management training courses for shipping professionals, in association with the Cambridge Academy of Transport. The prospectus has expanded to include courses at Knowledge Village, Dubai.

About Ince Al Jallaf & Co
Ince Al Jallaf & Co grew from two leading teams, Ince and Dubai-based Al Jallaf Advocates & Legal Consultants. What sets us apart from other firms is our capacity to handle matters both “on the ground” and overseas. In the region, as well as assisting with transactions, contracts and other documentation, we are qualified to represent clients in the UAE courts and to advise on Shariah law.

The Holland America shipping company revealed that in three years, with the construction of a Cruise Ship Home Port, Puerto Penasco will be taking another step to become a world-class tourist destination.

Holland America is planning to have one cruise ship a week on the Sea of Cortez route as of 2011, stated Simon Douwes, Planning and Scheduling Director, who recently confirmed that at the latest in three years, Puerto Penasco will become the site for the arrival and departure of cruise ships.

Plans are to make between 50 and 60 trips in the “World’s Aquarium”, departing from Puerto Penasco to Guaymas, Loreto, La Paz and Topolobampo, and then, returning to the port of departure.

He stated that the Sea of Cortez route is excellent for the company, because in only seven days they can go to six Mexican ports, which will provide a myriad of attractions.

On the other hand, the coordinator of the Commission for the Development of Tourist of the State Government, Epifanio Salido Pavlovich, explained that initially there will be a 14 day route that will depart from San Diego, California, and will travel to Puerto Penasco; then Guaymas, and the tour will conclude in the port of embarkation.

Representatives of Holland America and Carnival Corporation recently visited the area of Sandy Beach, where they intend to locate the cruise ship terminal in Puerto Penasco.

An assessment on the technical feasibility of building the wharf in this area of Rocky Point, Mexico was conducted with good results. Possible attractions in that area that could be provided to cruise ship customers were analyzed within the plans to set-up the Home Port. Some of these attractions are the Visitor Center of the “El Pinacate” Biosphere Reserve which is another option that can be provided to nautical tourists.

Government sources said that the Home Port project in Puerto Penasco is looking for the appropriate conditions to remain as the Sea of Cortez cruise ship route, while at the same time duly caring for the environment and furthering a sustainable activity through ecological balance.

On October 16, the first tourist cruise ship owned by Holland America arrived in Guaymas, Sonora, while the second one arrived on November 15. in both cases, 1,200 tourists enjoyed the region’s attractions.

A “home port” is a port of arrival, or rather, the site where cruises begin and end. It is something Mexico had never had up to now. This benefit will also include Puerto Penasco once the construction of the Home Port is completed a few kilometers from the US border.

The Government of Sonora, the Florida and Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), and the Coordination General of Ports and Merchant Marine, a body belonging to the Department of Communications and Transportation (SCT) entered into negotiations to make this project come true.

Author: RealtyExecutives Mexico

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