History & Culture in GOA

Goa may be the smallest state of India, but it has a rich culture and history. Beyond the beaches and shacks, Goa has been shaped by ancient kingdoms, 451 years of Portuguese rule, and a strong Konkani culture that still thrives today. Knowing a little about Goa's history helps you experience the place more deeply and meaningfully when you visit.

The culture of Goa is a classic blend of Portuguese influence, Indian traditions, coastal lifestyle, festivals, music, heritage, food, and architecture. For travellers booking Goa tour packages, understanding Goa’s culture and heritage makes the trip more meaningful, memorable, and enjoyable.

A Brief History of Goa

The Goa history dates back to ancient times and includes the rule of Indian dynasties, maritime trade networks, Portuguese colonial influence, and Goa’s later integration into India.

From Ancient Kingdoms to the Portuguese Arrival

The history of Goa began during the Mauryan Empire in the 3rd century BCE. It passed through many kingdoms like the Kadambas, the Vijayanagara Empire, and the Bahmani Sultanate. Later, the Adil Shahi dynasty of Bijapur developed the region into a vital port. In 1510, Portuguese Admiral Afonso de Albuquerque captured Goa, and that was the start of 451 years of Portuguese rule. This was one of the longest colonial rules in Indian history.

Portuguese Rule and Cultural Influence

During Portuguese rule, Goa became one of the richest port cities in the world. It was known as Golden Goa or Goa Dourada. It controlled trade from the Arabian Sea to Japan. Many churches, cathedrals, heritage homes, and public buildings from this period still define Goa’s cultural landscape today.

The Portuguese also introduced crops like cashew, chilli, and potato, along with new cooking styles and cultural influences. A large part of the local population converted to Christianity during this time. This long colonial period strongly influenced Goa’s architecture, religion, food, music, language, and lifestyle. Portuguese influence also reached beyond religion and food. Goa was also home to the first printing press in India, established in 1556.

Liberation of Goa

In 1947, even after India got its independence, Goa remained under Portuguese control. The Indian Army launched Operation Vijay on 19 December 1961. Portuguese forces surrendered in just 36 hours. Goa became a Union Territory in 1961 and was granted full statehood on 30 May 1987, the 25th state of India. Every year, 19 December is celebrated as Liberation Day.

Communities and Traditions of Goa

The Goa culture and tradition are deeply connected with village life, music, fishing communities, festivals, and strong social bonds. Goa is home to Hindu, Christian, and Muslim communities living together across the state. Even though Goa is famous for its churches, it is actually a Hindu-majority state.

Diverse Communities of Goa

Konkani is Goa’s official language and is spoken by people across all communities. Goan theatre, literature, storytelling traditions, and folk songs use the Konkani language and continue to preserve the cultural roots of Goa.

Hindus, Catholics, and Muslims all speak it, in different dialects, but with a shared sense of belonging. This cultural diversity is reflected in local architecture, cuisine, festivals, music, and everyday traditions across the state.

Many villages in Goa still preserve traditional lifestyles and close-knit community culture. Some of the major communities in Goa are the Goud Saraswat Brahmins, Goan Catholics, and the Kunbi community, which still preserves many old folk traditions. Agriculture, coconut farming, spice cultivation, and fishing have traditionally shaped daily life in Goa. In Goa, a Catholic Church feast and a Hindu temple festival can happen in the same village on the same weekend, and the same families often attend both.

Goa is also known for peaceful cultural harmony. People from different religions celebrate festivals together. You will see Catholics participating in temple fairs and festivals, and Hindus visiting churches.

Fishing and Coastal Traditions

Fishing has always been a vital aspect of the economy and culture of Goa. Coastal communities have influenced the local music, food habits, festivals, and village traditions for years. Even today, many fishing villages reflect the coastal lifestyle and cultural identity of Goa.

Music and Dance in Goan Culture

Music and dance are an important part of Goan culture and heritage. Traditional Goan music includes Konkani folk songs, and Portuguese-influenced melodies.

Mando is the most unique musical form of Goa, created by the Goa Catholics. It is a heartfelt, slow love song played with Western and Indian instruments. On the other hand, Dulpod is a cheerful yet faster form of music. Both are popular at gatherings and weddings. Local instruments like the Ghumot are often used during cultural performances. Tiatr is Goa’s well-known Konkani theatre, famous for music, comedy, and social stories.

For dance, Fugdi is performed by women in circles at festivals. Ghode Modni (the horse dance) – a traditional warrior dance is performed by men during the Shigmo Festival. Dekhni dance is more graceful and blends Indian and Portuguese styles. These dances are performed during weddings, festivals, and community celebrations.

Religion and Festivals of Goa

Religion plays a major role in the Goa culture. Goa is known for people from different religions living together peacefully. Temples, churches, feasts, and festivals reflect the blend of Hindu and Christian traditions.

Famous Churches and Temples of Goa

Temples

Many famous temples in Goa are in the Ponda region. Many were moved from the coast during the Portuguese period to keep the sacred idols safe.

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Shri Mangeshi Temple in Ponda is one of the most popular temples in Goa. It is famous for its beautiful lamp tower. Mahadev Temple at Tambdi Surla is the oldest temple in Goa. It is located in the forest near Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary. Shri Shantadurga Temple in Kavlem is dedicated to Goddess Shantadurga and is visited by thousands of devotees every year.

Churches

The UNESCO World Heritage churches of Old Goa are among the finest examples of colonial religious architecture in all of Asia. It is famous for its colonial architecture and churches.

The Basilica of Bom Jesus is one of the most important churches in Goa and has the remains of St. Francis Xavier. It is one of the most visited religious sites in India. Sé Cathedral is one of the largest churches in Asia and is known for its grand Portuguese-style architecture. The white Baroque church, Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, is in Panaji and is considered the most photographed building in Goa. The Church of St. Cajetan was inspired by St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome and is another major landmark in Old Goa.

Festivals of Goa

The festivals of Goa display the rich culture and traditions of Goa, bringing together music, dance, food, religion, and community celebrations throughout the year.

Goa Carnival

The Goa Carnival is one of the most famous festivals of Goa, lasting for four days. It reflects the blend of the local Goan culture and Portuguese influence. The festival features colourful music, parades, costumes, dance, and street performances.

Shigmo Festival

Shigmo is one of the major Hindu festivals of Goa and is celebrated with folk dances, traditional performances, music, and colorful parades. It reflects the rural traditions and spring harvest celebrations.

Feast of St. Francis Xavier

The Feast of St. Francis Xavier is an important Christian celebration held every year in Old Goa. It is held at the Basilica of Bom Jesus in Old Goa. Devotees from different parts of India visit to pay respect to St. Francis Xavier, whose remains are preserved there.

Ganesh Chaturthi in Goa

Ganesh Chaturthi, also called Chavath, is one of the most important Hindu festivals in Goa. It is widely celebrated with prayers, family gatherings, and festive processions.

Food, Dress, and Art of Goa

The Goan culture and heritage are beautifully reflected in Goa’s cuisine, clothing, crafts, music, and architecture. The food, architecture, and art of Goa reflect its story better than anything else. They are the best reasons to go beyond the beaches and discover the real Goa.

Traditional Food of Goa

Goan cuisine reflects both Portuguese and coastal Indian influence. It mainly includes rice, seafood, coconut, fresh vegetables, meat, bread, pork, and flavourful local spices.

Xacuti is a chicken or mutton curry with a complex spice blend of roasted coconut and whole spices. It is one of the most aromatic Goan curries. Chicken Cafreal is a popular Goan chicken dish cooked in a green masala made with herbs and spices. Ambot Tik is a spicy, tangy Goan curry usually made with fish and served best with rice. Sorpotel is a thick pork curry made from meat and offal, cooked with vinegar and spices. It is a staple at Goan Catholic weddings and feasts. Sorpotel tastes even better the next day. Xitt-Kodi which means rice and curry, is a daily comfort meal in many Goan homes. Bebinca is a baked, rich, multi-layered egg and coconut milk dessert. The most iconic Goan sweet, especially at Christmas. A good Bebinca can have up to sixteen layers. Feni is Goa's own alcoholic drink with a GI tag. Cashew Feni is made from fermented cashew fruit juice.

Traditional Dress of Goa

Traditional clothing in Goa is simple, colorful, and suited to the tropical climate. It reflects the culture of Goa - a mix of Indian roots and Portuguese influence, shaped over centuries.

The most well-known traditional outfit for women is the Kunbi Saree. It is a checked cotton saree traditionally worn by the Kunbi community. Kunbi is considered an important symbol of Goa’s heritage and culture. Pano Bhaju is the traditional dress of Goan Catholic women. It pairs a pano - a wrap-around lower garment, with a Bhaju - a loose blouse with lace trim. Pano Bhaju is a perfect example of Indian and Portuguese styles coming together.

Today, most people in Goa dress in everyday modern clothing. Traditional dresses are still seen during festivals, folk dances, weddings, and cultural celebrations.

Handicrafts and Folk Art of Goa

The traditional art of Goa is a beautiful mix of Indian and Portuguese influences. Goa is known for handicrafts made from bamboo, coconut shells, clay, brass, wood, and seashells. Many of these crafts are even made today by local artisans in villages across the state.

Terracotta pottery and brassware are also an important part of Goan art. Sea shell craft is especially popular in Goa because of its coastal culture. Decorative items like chandeliers, mirrors, lamps, and jewellery are made from seashells. One of the most traditional coastal crafts of Goa is Coir Craft. You will find lampshades, mats, and other home items made from coconut husk.

One of the most unique parts of the art and culture of Goa is Indo-Portuguese architecture. Decorative balconies, bright-coloured homes, oyster-shell windows, old villas, and tiled roofs define many heritage spots in Goa.

Goan handicrafts are more than souvenirs. They are a living part of local culture, keeping age-old traditions alive.

What Makes Goa Culture Unique?

Every state in India has a history. What makes Goa different is how multiple histories - Indian and Portuguese, Hindu and Catholic, ancient and colonial - have come together to create something truly its own. You can see its influence in food, architecture, music, festivals, and daily life.

What makes Goa genuinely different is not any single tradition - it is how Hindu temple culture and Portuguese Catholic heritage have coexisted and blended here for centuries, producing a way of life found nowhere else in India. Goa has a Hindu-majority, yet it is world-famous for its Portuguese churches. Whether it is Shigmo or Church feasts, community participation is a vital aspect of Goan culture.

The relaxed pace of life, warm hospitality, and community-oriented culture make Goa welcoming for travellers of all age groups. You can enjoy beaches and nightlife while also exploring churches, temples, spice farms, villages, and heritage neighbourhoods.

Explore beyond the usual spots to experience the history and culture of Goa. Looking for Goa tour packages that go beyond the beaches and nightlife? The state offers a rich cultural journey filled with music, festivals, architecture, local cuisine, and centuries-old heritage.

Look for itineraries that include temples, heritage sites, local markets, and festivals along with the beaches. That is where you will get to see the real Goa.

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We had the pleasure of visiting Bali

Ms. Beena Shah & Mr. Pravin Shah

We had the pleasure of visiting Bali on a tour organized by Flamingo Transworld Pvt Ltd, and I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation for the truly memorable experience. The entire tour was extremely well organized from beginning to end, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey without any inconvenience. Every aspect of the trip was thoughtfully planned, which made our overall experience absolutely excellent.

The tour manager, Sangitaben, was truly the best of the best. professionalism, dedication, and friendly approach made us feel comfortable and well cared for throughout the tour. They were always available to assist, guide, and ensure that every traveler had a pleasant experience. The food and accommodation arrangements were also outstanding. We were provided with excellent meals and comfortable stays that exceeded our expectations, adding great value to the overall trip.

The sightseeing schedule was very well organized, allowing us to explore beautiful locations at a relaxed pace without feeling rushed. Each destination was carefully selected, and the arrangements ensured that we could fully enjoy the natural beauty and cultural richness of Bali. Safety was given topmost priority throughout the tour, which gave us complete peace of mind while traveling.

One of the highlights of the trip was the wonderful celebration of Valentine’s Day, which was organized in a very special and memorable way. The thoughtful arrangements and joyful atmosphere made the occasion truly delightful for everyone.

Overall, this tour was an exceptional experience filled with comfort, enjoyment, and unforgettable memories. I would love to travel again in the future with Flamingo and experience more such wonderful journeys. I highly recommend this tour company to my friends and family for their excellent service, careful planning, and commitment to providing an outstanding travel experience.

Beena and I (Pravin Shah) would personally like to acknowledge Sangitaben’s efforts and her kindness. We sincerely wish her continued success and all the very best in the future. We also hope her dedication and hard work receive the recognition she truly deserves from senior management.

THANK YOU!!!

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Highly Recommended Tour Experience with Flamingo

Mr. Neel Patel

Me and my husband recently traveled to Paris and Switzerland with Flamingo Travel and had a truly great experience. The trip was very well-organized, hotels were comfortable, and the sightseeing itinerary covered all the highlights. Everything went smoothly, and we came back with beautiful memories.

A special thanks to Mrs. Unnati Jariwala, our tour manager, for her professional guidance and friendly support throughout the journey.

Overall, it was a fantastic experience. We would highly recommend Flamingo to anyone looking for a comfortable, enjoyable, and well-managed tour!

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Highlights of South Asia journey

Ms. Bharti Patel

Under stress of Corona virus I started my journey to South Asia but by grace of god all went well. As soon as I landed ai Singapore air port I forget about all and enjoying my time

1. Itinerary of trip was design very well .All most covered all sightseeing.

2. Hotels in overall so good and bed was comfortable that after long day I got

comfortable sleep. Very good morning breakfast sp.enjoy South Indian.

3. About food , I do-not have word to say . Very nice Indian food . Baverchi and some local food was good like papaya salad at center marina at Pattaya,food at Kanchanaburi resort was good too.

4. About sightseeing

I like to know History and Culture of different country.I like Thai culture,saw

Somewhere connection of Hindu culture,saw different form of Rama ,Vishnu

Hanuman. Enjoy all sightseeing.

Highlights of my tour is

1. Luge and skyride .Gentng highlands, beautiful place.

2. At BukitMelawait peak got opportunity to feed Silverleaf Monkey.

3. Railway market ,floating market .beautiful experience, how hard people work for their living .

4. Doi Inthan National Park. Beautiful at higher elevations,loved Angkha trail Unfortunately did not saw some flowers.

5. Last enjoy Elephant Jungle Sanctuary place . In my whole life ever got chance to so close to elephant . Searching for food and feeding them .people are nice and putting lots of love taking care.

6. Doing painting on umbrella.

Above all you never get chance to do it in very fast life. Thanks for opportunities.

Last I never forget to acknowledge flamingo team who are working hard for making

trip so enjoyable and successful .

Working behind hotels reservations making my stay comfortable.

Working behind national flight reservations making travel so comfortable.

Working behind restaurants reservations and local food arrangement .

Working behind airport pick up Amitbhai good job . Thanks.

I really appreciate your time and hard work behind the scene making everything so

Comfortable and enjoyable.😊.

Thanks to JAYRAJ for taking care, giving us surprises, posting next day schedule,

Thinking of us on valentine day and making special for all . Thanks 🙏 again ,and

Saying good bye to you all ,hoping to see you sometime and somewhere down the road .

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31st Jan Southeast Asia Tour

Mr. Yayati Patel

31st January Southeast Asia tour was our first experience with Flamingo. You exceeded our expectations from professionalism to accommodations, food, transportations and of course carefully chosen sightseeing places from modern Singapore to acient Thailand.

Jayraj is an outstanding and very knowledgeable tour guide. His passion to explore the world is impressive. His proffesional attitude towards all of us was remarkable.

Also thanks to all working behind the scene who made this trip memorable.

Sales team and accounting team including your agent Sangitaben in US were very cooperative.

For family oriented people like our group, some recommendations from local tour guide for nightlife shows could have been avoided and less shopping time can allow more places to cover.

We will not hesitate to refer Flamingo to our families and friends for their vacation experience.

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Singapore Malaysia Tour-21st Dec to 31st Dec

Mr. Chetan Gandhi

I thank you for arranging the subject trip on time even though it was finalized in last two weeks of the travel day. Special thanks to Jayarajbhai, Amitbhai and Vidhimam. I gathered my experience of the trip which is narrated below along with recommendations. Few photographs are attached of the trip as requested.

Overall trip was exiting with adventures and filled with unforgettable sightseeing.

Trip: Singapore and Malaysia Tour (21st Dec to 31st Dec 2019)

Overall Summary: We (Family-Four members) enjoyed 6 days stay in Singapore and 5 days in Malaysia including travelling days. We booked our itinerary through Flamingo Transworld in Ahmedabad, India. The trip was with amazing rides, full of enjoyment, wonderful sightseeing, delicious Asian vegetarian food and lot of unforgettable activities and memories. We stayed in hotel apartment (2 bed rooms) in both countries and were very convenient. In Singapore; Sentosa, Universal studio, Singapore Zoo were amazing. In Malaysia, Twin & KL tower, Sunway lagoon and Genting highland cable car were exiting experience. Flamingo staff were very supportive. I get timely support whenever required even at very early morning in India (4-5 am)-Special thanks to Amitbhai. Pretrip briefing by Flamingo was very useful.

Visa and Flights: We took evisa. We get Malaysia visa in two days and Singapore in 3 days even during Dec holidays pick time. The only hurdle is to attach photo in online application for Malaysia visa during which one may need to do many trials as I did before website accept the photo according to their norms. We booked Oman Air from Qatar to Singapore via Muscat and Malaysia as transits. There is enough time for transit in Muscat but only an hour in Malaysia. In Malaysia Airport the terminals are far of arrival and departure through transit. We reached through aero train to departure terminal. At the embarkation from Flight in Malaysia; Oman air staff was available at the outlet of air bridge or you can say standing for guiding to reach to gate of other terminal to catch flight in a short time of an hour. We could catch Malaysia to Singapore flight without any delay but could not get enough time to get refreshed however, our check-in baggage could not reach to Singapore with our flight from Malaysia. What we heard from the Singapore airport authorities is that it is frequently happening but not to worry as you would have your baggage available within same day via next couple of flights as there are many flights between ML to Singapore. They were correct, my luggage reached in next flight and airport authority has delivered in night to my Hotel without any damage to baggage. I could wait 2-3 hours at Changi airport to get my baggage but prefer to checkin to hotel to get some rest. Singapore airport authority deliver baggage in night time only (8 pm to 11 pm) if you need them early you can go to airport to collect.

From Singapore to Malaysia we traveled through Airasia flight-very convenient flight. But at Malaysia airport it took about 3 hours to clear Immigration (due to several flights arrived same time and renovation work at airport). The airport authority has not managed efficiently the immigration, the crowd and queues-very inconvenient. From Singapore to Doha via Muscat was very convenient experience in flight.

Overall there is not much hurdle for immigration accepts the long waiting time in Malaysia where the queue was very long and no refreshment. In case of small kids, it would be exhausting. Singapore is easy for immigration even departure time, we preferred e-gate without standing in queue-very easy.

Sightseeing in Singapore:

1) On reaching hotel in Singapore, I purchased Simcard (12 SGD and valid for 7 days)which is must to communicate with travel agents, home and to start Whatsup, facebook etc…it gives certain GB 4G/5G connection and enough talk time including somewhat 100 minutes international call. This SIMCARD is must and first to purchase in Singapore as well in Malaysia.

2) Marina Bay Bicycle tour (2-3 hours in evening) was very informative during which we get overall view of the city. The guide was very humble and we did 15 km cycling with family. As the climate was supporting, the cycling was not exhausting but enriching experience. I recommend this cycling over the experiential city tour with guide during which the guide took us or can say has shown us through almost same sights as the city/country is very small.

3) Santosa (timing 10:00 to 18:00), It is best experience in Singapore where we enjoyed Cable car (Oneway), Luge and Skyline, all 5 shows of 4D, Wings of time Laser show in the night (not to miss this), Sea Aquarium (near Univeral studio), Typhoon theater and veg Asian food near the Wings of time area (only one restaurant) , Madame tusaads Museum. We could not complete Santosa in a day and nor had time to go again. I recommend to go at least 11/2 - 2 days as this is the best place to visit in Singapore and Malysia.

4) Universal Studio (timings 09:00to 18:00): best place for rides, On entering the studio, we took first both the rollercoaster (not Egypt one) one red colour and a hanging one white one – this is best experience- don’t miss them. In early morning we found very short queues – take this opportunity and you can ride more than one time if you wish- We did total three times., Take locker inside available for 45 minutes for free, push in boats-a good ride, Galacticca roller coaster is another good one but not compared to above both roller coasters, Jurrasic park screen, push in boats and the old vantage car ride. The queue was very long after 11:00 hours even with express pass. All the rides could not be completed in a day. If wish to cover entire universal studio, need at least 11/2 to 2 days.

5) Singapore zoo(09:00 to 18:00): Little far from city, Best natural zoo where you don’t feel like you are visiting zoo but you feel like you are walking through jungle and meeting many animals. This is the only zoo so far I visited found without any pungent smell and covered with so many trees and kept in clean condition. A fantastic place to visit. Especially, in winter time (less humidity) one enjoys walking through the jungle.

6) Garden by the bay (Flower dome and Cloud forest) and Marina bay hotel: Garden by the bay is very good indoor plants and flowers where we enjoyed taking photographs with flowers and plants. In Marina bay hotel we were allowed to visit limited area of the 56 open floor deck where the other part is only for the hotel guests which is real skypark-a nice place for photography.

7) River cruise (45 minutes), a nice tour but night bicycle tour was comparatively good for those who can ride bicycle for 15 km.

Hotel Apartment Experience in Singapore: Fraser Robertson walk hotel apartment (11 unity street), Location was nice, hotel apartment was very convenient with all amenities like dish washer, washing machine and washing power, two TVs (one in living room and master bed room), iron and all other needs. However, the room service was very stingy in giving tea bags and sugar etc….After I complained after 3 days, the last two days it was slightly improved. The reception staff was very humble and treating customer amiably.

Transport in Singapore: All the transports to sightseeing were on private base; a largest tour operator Nam Ho in Singapore-All drivers were nice and explained properly how to reach to inside each sightseeing after dropping point as well clear guidance or pick up point. They use van of their own company normally but sometimes they send private vehicles of their partners but all vehicles were very convenient. This tour operator is very disciplined one and they expect from customer also same- They were never late by even 1 minute and expect from customer also the same (they do not wait for more than 5 minutes of the defined time).

I also tried other transportation like (metro, and private taxi) for my night time dinner. I used to go to Mustafa every day for my veg food (very delicious food in Saravana bhavan, ananda bhavan, Komoli, kailash prabhat etc….)

Last day in Singapore: from hotel to Airport drop, Nam Ho has blocked my call to their hotline number so I found little difficulty in finding driver for airport drop facility as she was waiting in another waiting area of the hotel. Nam Ho has neither conveyed my mobile (Singapore number) to driver nor her number to me. This area is required to be improved. Fortunately, I had 2-3 earlier drivers’ number who helped me on time. Special thanks to Rajesh driver who managed my transport even it was not his call of duty to arrange my airport transport

Airport to Hotel in Malaysia: Although there was delay in immigration as explained above, Luxury tour (private booked tour travel for Malaysia as Nam Ho in Singapore) has managed my transport to hotel as all their other customer also delayed in coming out of airport although few flights were on time. First we bought Simcard as did Singapore valid for 30 days with 3G/4G 500 Mb data and enogh free talk time.

Sightseeing in Malaysia:

1) Sunway Lagoon(09:00 to 18:00): Nice place for water rides and few other rides but the place was not as hygiene as Singapore. Scream park was exiting ride. Overall good experience. Driver came on time in morning as well he picked up us at right time in evening even though it was raining.

2) City tour half day (09:00 t0 14:00): Drive reached late by 45 minutes in morning due to which there was a long queue built up at KL tower so it took about 2 hours to visit the deck. Twin tower was very organized and not much waiting time as the tickets shows visit timing which was respected by the tower management. Both the KL and Twintower are recommended for visit as it gives very thrilling view of the city and one can get 360 city view. However, KL tower we visited only observation deck.

3) We went to Putrayjaya in afternoon- A very beautiful boat ride compared to Singapore, this ride is better.

4) Genting Highland: Best Cable car experience-it is much better than the Singapore Sentosa cable car-Although it was one way, I recommend return trip- very nominal price to buy a return ticket from Genting Highland. There were few rides in which my kids enjoyed- we didn’t went to visit Casino as that was not of our choice to visit. However, outside climate was very beautiful, we walked under cloud and enjoyed a lot- Best Asian veg food at Spice Garden-recommend to dine.

On route to Genting we visited Batu cave – A hindu holy place which I recommend not to miss. The given time of 45 minutes was less (we recommend 1 to 11/2 hour) as the place is nice you definitely feel to sit for a while in cave in a very calm and holy environment.

Drive on this tour also reached 30 minutes late due to the mistake of Luxury tour management-The driver was very good person in nature (Shivam actual name Namhoshivam). Flamingo transworld supported to time and return time was delayed by 30 minutes as start was late. Special thanks to Amit who has responded on time in early about 4:00 morning.

5) Airport drop: Luxury tour has arranged on time vehicle with gentle nature driver

The city tour was not exiting as the driver did not take much interest to show the city- For me it was waste of time and money.

Food: Delicious food available at Indian street (Asian veg- Saravana bhavan, Sangeeta etc…) it tooks only 15 MR from hotel to restaurant in taxi.

Hotel Apartment in Malaysia: Ascott hotel is very nice at prime location in city- no issue with room service. A very exiting swimming pool at 22nd floor with sauna bath, gym etc…All rooms were very big and TVs in all the rooms. The hotel is close to twin tower where there is a nice shopping mall as well biggest mall Pavilion is also very close to hotel – a bridge to walk for about 10 minutes to reach so avoid traffic.

Advice/Caution: Be careful in Malaysia to cross the road even Zebra crossing with green light to pedestrian as some vehicle driver do not pay respect to traffic light -they drove through red light as experienced, I observed a near miss to one of the family in Malaysia. Singapore even with green light to vehicle they pay respect to pedestrian.

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Hotel Food And Staff Services Was Very Nice

Mr. Shambahadur Thakur

Hotel in Boracay ( Astoria Boracay) was excellent. Hotel food and staff services was very nice. More over hotel is located on beach and whole day it’s happening place. Island trip was interesting and we enjoyed lot.

Reaching Manila, even we been straight for city tour didn’t felt tired . Hotel IM manila also very good . Food was good. Overall it was an excellent trip.

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We Love Partnering With You On Our Travels!

Priyanka Desai

Thank you for reaching out to us! The trip was fantastic. Our driver was a very nice guy, spoke fluent English and kept his car sparkling clean! He was a very good guide as well... Highly recommend him ! Also our resorts and the services provided there were out of the world. Thank you so much for arranging the candle light dinner and anniversary celebrations for my parents. They were blown away and really happy ! All in all, we love partnering with you on our travels!

Also special thanks to your team for making my cousin Nishad's honeymoon to Mauritius super enjoyable as well.

One more thing. I have cc'd my very good friend Ashutosh in the email. Ashutosh got married this year but hasnt had time for a honeymoon yet so he is thinking to do a trip later this year. He is also thinking of a similar to Kerala trip (that we did) for his parents and is looking for ideas on what fits his budget. I am sure you will take care of him in the best possible way

Thank you once again! And Cheers and Kudos to the Flamingo team..

Ratna, extremely sorry for not finding time to come meet you in person but I owe you one for making my family super happy!

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We Have Enjoyed Our Dubai Trip!

Mr. Rahul Bhasin

We have enjoyed our Dubai trip, it was well planned by Flamingo team. They were available round the clock to assist us when ever required and resolving in our queries. We would definitely we recommending Kamil and entire Flamingo team to our friends and family members for booking Dubai trip."

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We Couldn’t Dream Of A Better Vacation Than This!

Mr. Neeraj Amin

It was a memorable trip. Right from the land arrangements to the Hotels everything was perfect; we couldn’t dream of a better vacation than this. The up gradation of room in Sofitel at Siem Reap was pleasant surprise to us! All the services were up to the mark with no lapse in the services.

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Thanks Flamingo Team To Make Our Dream Come True

Mr. & Mrs. Nehal Gandhi

Exploring Europe with our two teenage kids was our dream for a long time. Thanks to the Flamingo team to make that dream come true and giving us the memories of a lifetime!!! We really enjoyed the places, sightseeing, food and hotels. We were impressed by our tour leader, Kushal Shah, with his time management, attention to detail, leadership and communication style. His knowledge about European history and culture was excellent. We had an amazing time and we are looking forward to having many more memorable trips with Flamingo Tour.

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