Goa Shopping and Sightseeing Anjuna Market Palolem Beach The main reason people visit Goa is to relax and chill out on the beaches. Different areas cater to different crowds. For beautiful beaches head to the South of Goa, which is quieter and more picturesque. Palolem is renowned for its picture perfect beaches. Further south, Gorkhana is an old-school hippy beach with pretty scenery and a great vibe. For those looking to bag
Goa Eating and After Dark After Dark Many people head out to Goa in search of the legendary beach parties of the 90’s, but these are a thing of the past. Full Moon parties no longer happen due to strict government restrictions on sound. Goa is definitely a chill out zone these days, don’t expect Ibiza style partying, you’ll only be disappointed. There are club nights in specialist venues, but the
Dubai What to wear when you’re there The Burj Al Arab Where? Dubai, UAE Exactly? The One and Only Royal Mirage Date: October 2011 Reason for travel: Birthday weekend break Local knowledge thanks to: My friend Alicja Jasnikovska, TV stylist and fashion editor, who lived in Dubai for two years. Try and get good deals on package trips on Virgin holidays or in the Sunday Times. The Atlantis Hotel
Sightseeing Dubai is a great holiday destination if you enjoy shopping, sunbathing and souks. Most of the entertainment in town revolves around the malls and hotels. The Dubai Mall is famed for its spectacular water fountain display, and the Mall of the Emirates for the indoor ski slope. If you’re based in the UK check out LetsGo2 for great rates on a trip to Dubai. jewelled slippers in the souk
Dubai After Dark After Dark The main hub of night life in Dubai revolves around the 5 star hotels. Make sure you know the name of the hotel the bar is within, before getting in a taxi, most drivers aren’t familiar with the bars. Dress code: glam it up, the more bling the better. As a tourist you can pretty much get into any bar or club, door policies are
