just wondered if anyone has any views on what candolim was like last season against 06/07 when we used candolim as a base for exploring india as part of a 5 month trip.

apart from all the well publicised news last season, rampant inflation in india - last time i checked it was 12%, all views appreciated; good or bad.

thanks
misterc.

I was disappointed last year with Candolim, we went for 3 weeks from beginning of November - I dont normally travel that early and to me the atmosphere wasnt the same. Most of the shacks weren't open, the litter bothered me a lot more than usual - can't say it was any worse than any other years, I just noticed it more. My 'friends' the beach sellers who I have known for years were a little more forthright in asking for money - my own fault, I have been over generous in the past with them. I think the main problem was the hotel I stayed in, normally have an independent apartment. Too many people, too noisy etc.etc.
So, after initially saying Goa is no longer for me, the old memories come flooding back and I am drawn yet again. I have found a little guest house, Sinquerim end which to me still has the same charm as 'old'Candolim. I am really looking forward to my holiday, intend to spend the 3 weeks travelling further afield - I have been going to Goa for 15 years or more and never ventured into the south!!. This coming holiday will be what I make it.
I didnt notice any significant increase in prices, there are probably even more excellent restaurants where a meal costs a fraction of what you would pay in the UK. There have been a few moans about Newton's supermarket, but I found it useful, you could buy just about anything you needed - including soft pillows - ah bliss.
I am really looking forward to going back

Candolim.

Last year I just found it too noisy, polluted and too many things 'just like home'. I found the erosion at Sinquerim sad especially since it has encroached into two places I discovered when I first wen there in 2000... Palms & Sands and Marquis Hotel. Also too many sports bars and karaoke popping up and blatant overcharging (or an attempt). These are just my opinions, maybe people go there for the reasons I dislike. Spread your wings and do a little research.

Roxey... been going for 15 years and haven't been down South... go on give it a bash for a week, it will take a little time to adjust to the total lack of chaos. The air quality is better and if you like exploring (walking/cycling) it's great. Don't be expecting much to do, you will have to make your entertainment a lot of the time. Chill out!