Goa - a perfect combination of Sun, Sand and Sea makes for a best beach travel destination for the sun worshipers from all over the world. Lovely palm fringed beaches, with beach shacks and food stalls lining the beach side, and lively weekly markets occupying some of them, Goa is always pulsating. When you think of a balmy beach holiday in India, Goa will always lead the list.

With more than 125 kms of coastal area coupled with its unique and carefree lifestyle, warm sunshine and gracious people, this tiny state is a jewel by the emerald green Arabian Sea. Goa has so much of beach destinations that if one doesn't suite one's requirement, the other will. So there is nothing to worry about, for Goa has some of the most electrifying beaches for the rapturous souls and the finest secluded beaches too for the serenity seekers. Moreover, all the beaches in Goa have all the ingredients that one might crave for.

Goa has some of the finest beaches in the world. If you are thinking of a complete thrill then see nowhere and head for Anjuna - the favourite haunt of the hippies during 60s. For the ecstatic souls Anjuna's moonlight parties and Wednesday Flea market is worth attending. Albuquerque Mansion, Chapora Fort and the Mascarenhas Mansion near Anjuna are amazing breaks from the usual beach strolling. For those who are yearning for a private tête-à-tête with nature at its beatific best then travel towards Palolem and Varca beach, a perfect getaway infusing a feeling of calmness.

The picturesque Baga Beach on the other hand is perfect for the beach activities. The Baga beach has excellent potentials for water sports. Whichever the beach may be, don't forget to book a beach shack and indulge in the most delectable Goan fishes and feni. The fun at Goa is incomplete without gorging into these two, as both gives you an insight into the culture and tradition of this psychedelic land.
Overall, the Goa beaches are idyllic beach destination for there carnivals like nights, pleasant weather, soft sand beneath the feet, warm sun, swaying palms and mouthwatering beach foods.

Kerala is a wonderland with wonderments dotting it everywhere. The most enchanting of all the attractions here is its beaches and backwaters, supplementing the Ayurveda & Spa treatment centers.

Kerala though not the major draw with the beachcombers, has few most refreshing beaches in its reserve that pulls a large fraction of beach tourists. The 900 km Kerala coastline is lined with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut fringes. The gentle surf, azure blue waters and the extensive green views distinguish the palm-sheltered beaches of Kerala. When a palatable seafood cuisine is added to these revitalizing beach sites then the beach holidays in Kerala becomes most relishing.

Finest Kerala beaches:

Sheltered amidst coconut groves are the palm-fringed bays of Kovalam with relaxing air, promising a serene escape from the usual Goa beaches. Kovalam is just 16 km away from the state capital Trivandrum. The most distinct feature of this beach is, it has numerous Ayurvedic parlors and yoga & meditation centers that have sprung up all over the place, giving it a very unique and revitalizing character.

At Varkala beach you also visit the 2000 years old Janardana Swamy Temple along with the Nature Centre. These give an unforgettable image of Varkala, and a pleasant break to the tourists from the prominent beaches. Varkala beach is also illustrious for mineral springs and a comforting massage treatment, a welcome revival from the hustles of the city.