Why There Is A Mad Rush Of Tourists In Goa In January?

Goa is the hottest picnic spot in the coldest month of January. When the entire country shivers in the cold, Goan people enjoy the warmth. Goa temperature in January is just perfect for warm vacations in the winter months. You get 11 hours of sunshine that sometimes increases the temperature to 31°C but nights are cooler as the temperature dips to 20°C. Also, the days remain dry allowing people to enjoy beach activities, sightseeing, and nightlife. It is the time when you can do more in your vacations.

Sun showers its warmth on the western coast of the country in the coolest month of the winter season. It keeps the sea balmy at 27°C and the sand comfortable at 25°C. Just like people escape to hill stations in summer, they rush to Goa in winter. Since Goa becomes a hot picnic spot in winter, you can expect a thick crowd in hotels, resorts, beaches, and other places of interest. Also, you can enjoy Goan vacations more in a spacious and secluded villa than in an overcrowded hotel or resort.

Luxury villas in Goa are always in demand because they provide exclusive services. A villa is a private property tastefully designed, well-furnished, and fully equipped with top-of-the-line amenities such as a pool and Jacuzzi. For vacationers, villas are like vacation homes. Instead of buying a home in Goa, you can rent a villa. Also, you can choose a villa that can accommodate all your needs and enhance your vacation pleasure. If you are a beach lover or planning beach vacations, you can rent a beachfront property from where you can walk down to the beach for sunbathing, playing games, and enjoying water sports.

A villa can enhance the pleasure of winter vacations by providing you with peace and privacy. Here you have an expansive poolside area for lounging around, an open balcony to take in the views of the surrounding scenery, and a large terrace to enjoy the sunshine and soak in the view of the vast expanse of Arabian Sea. Also, the villa staff will be there to help with cooking, cleaning, and arranging things according to your needs. Here you will enjoy both indoors and outdoors. If you are planning a family vacation then look no further than a villa where you can enjoy vacations like a family.

Goa in January looks more colorful because of the festivities. It is the first month of the New Year and all Goan people want to welcome the New Year with much enthusiasm. Throughout January, they celebrate festivals and the good thing is that everyone is invited to the festivities. Vacationers also become locals during festival season and enjoy the festivals like locals. Your villa staff will help you prepare for festivities and guide how to celebrate the festivals. 

Goa Tribal Festival: The first week of January is the time for the tribal festival where you can see a glimpse of the tribal life of Goa. An initiative of the Adivasi Sangatna of Quepem Village and the Goa government, the festival showcases the tribal culture and traditions of the original tribes of Goa. Seeing Goan tribes in their natural habitat and dress is a unique experience for vacationers. Here you can meet tribal people and know more about their life and culture. Also, you can buy products made by tribal artisans and savor tribal food.   

Tattoo Festival: Goan tattoo artists started this festival in 2016. Since then they gather at Anjuna every year in January and showcase their skills and work. Of late, tattoo artists from overseas have also started participating in the festival. To make things spicy, artists host competitions and exhibitions where artists can display their skills to a world audience.

Sunsplash: It is the biggest reggae and hip-hop music festival on the earth. It sees participants from across the world but the center of attractions are handcrafted Jamaican sound systems. The stage for the loud music is set on a beach preferably Anjuna or Mandrem and let the music flow in the air till 10 at night. This two-day festival sees a huge crowd gathered at the beach to listen to the popular bands of the world.

Feast of the Three Kings: It is a Christian festival celebrated in honor of the Virgin Mary or “Our Lady of The Mount” on January 12th. The festival starts with decorating the statue of the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus and exchanging gifts with family and friends. Also, local Christian communities host community gatherings where people enjoy singing, dancing, and local delicacies. Vacationers also send best wishes to their Christian friends.

Zatrotsav of Shantadurga: It is a Hindu festival organized at the temple of Kuncoliencarin in South Goa. It involves chariot processions and fairs. People of all faiths participate in this annual festival with much enthusiasm. Also, it is the longest festival of six days. The entire Hindu community revels in festivities for six days.

International Kite Festival: The Goan sky turns colorful for two days on January 14th and 15th when Goa celebrates the International Kite Festival. It sees the participation of locals and foreigners. The dry weather season is just perfect for flying kites and Goans are never shy of displaying their true colors. You can also try flying a kite and even participate in a competition. If you win, you can keep the trophy as memorabilia or sweet memories of flying kites you can cherish for life.

Clubs in Goa also attract tourists with discount offers, musical nights, dance classes, and exotic food. They host beach parties where participants are served food and drinks. The clubs become alive as the night sets and electrify the Goan nightlife with their activities. January is the peak season time for everyone from local markets to high-end clubs. Also, it is the right time for tourists to enjoy everything Goa has to offer. January is a season of festivals, shopping, and street food. The sunshine people miss on the other side of the country is available in Goa. Also, the sea remains calm and welcoming throughout January.

Things will go your way in January. You have long days to plan your outdoor activities. Also, you have many things to see and do in the first month of the year. You have festivals to enjoy, beaches to explore, historical places to visit, a calm sea for water sports, cool nights for nightlife, and above all the Goan club culture to make your nightlife more enjoyable and memorable. Also, you can rent a luxury villa for your vacations. A villa will give you the feel of a home away from home and allow you to enjoy togetherness on vacations.

Conclusion

The peak tourist season in January sees a mad rush of tourists in Goa but vacationers can escape the traffic, crowd, and congestion by renting villas. There are ample villas available for rent. Also, there is a villa for every need. Whether you are in Goa to enjoy beach vacations or to explore the hidden places in Goa, you can start your vacation from a villa that will become your home away from home. You can relax in the peaceful setting of your villa and plan your days and nights.