Back in the 60s of the 20th century, the Indian province of Goa was little known to the world. Hippies rediscovered its beauty, making this island a kind of mecca for its movement. The beautiful beaches of Goa considered it their duty to visit everyone who was devoted to the spirit of personal freedom in the world of politicians and officials.
After a while, travel agencies learned about the exotic island, which created a “boom” in the construction of hotels and the development of its infrastructure. Hotel Ticlo Resort 2 * is located in the famous city of Calangute, which has become a significant tourist center on the north coast of Goa.
Calangute
Formerly a small fishing village before hippies arrived, Calangute gradually became a popular holiday destination not only among them, but also among travelers from all over the world. The tourist season in Goa lasts from November to February, when the rainy season stops, and the air temperature +31 degrees is comfortable for residents from any part of the world.
The construction of the coast by hotels, as well as the improvement of the world-famous Calangute beach, has led to the fact that today it is the most visited tourist state of India. Hotel Ticlo Resort 2 * is located on the second line from the beach, but it is well known to those who prefer a relaxing family holiday away from beach parties. A distance of 400 meters from the coastline is not an obstacle to the entertainment of youth, so the democratic prices at this hotel open the doors to the “descendants” of hippies.
In addition to the price, Ticlo Resort 2 * attracts tourists with its location.
Hotel location
Usually the most advantageous location for a hotel is its close proximity to the airport and the beach. Although it is only 18 km from Calangute to the capital city of Panaji, the journey from the international airport will take about 40 minutes.
Ticlo Resort 2 *, reviews of which are only positive, is located in the very center of the town, which allows its guests to choose where to go again to sunbathe or have fun. The path to the sea, amounting to just over 400 m, may seem quite long to sophisticated and capricious tourists, but the beach itself is so famous for its infrastructure around the world that you can spend 10 minutes to reach it. It should be noted that this “drawback” of the hotel is fully compensated by the cost of living in it, and the most enterprising visitors rent a scooter and explore all the beaches of Goa.
A feature of Ticlo Resort 2 * (Calangute) is a public beach on which every vacationer can find something to their liking.
Hotel rooms
The hotel is a separate 4-story building with a crescent moon enveloping the pools located in the courtyard.
It welcomes guests with friendly and unobtrusive staff, always ready to help and answer all questions. By the scale of Goa, Ticlo Resort 2 * is a large hotel, as it has 100 rooms located in 3 blocks. In each room, guests expect:
- comfortable upholstered furniture;
- TV with satellite television;
- air conditioning or ceiling fan;
- stocked with a refreshing and alcoholic drinks paid minibar;
- shower, toilet, washbasin and hairdryer;
- utensils for making tea and coffee.
Rooms are cleaned upon delivery of the room key at the reception. Infrastructure in Ticlo Resort 2 * (Goa, India) offers the most necessary services for living, since the main life on the island occurs outside the hotels.
Hotel infrastructure
There are not so many entertainments on the territory of the hotel itself, but to have a good rest, there is everything you need:
- the pool is divided into an adult and a children's zone, which allows parents to swim in it and at the same time keep their children under the supervision;
- the restaurant serves a modest breakfast in the form of toasts with butter and jam for coffee or tea, and lunch and dinner can be ordered for a fee from the menu;
- in the bar you can sit with friends and relax from the noisy nightlife of Goa;
- Laundry and dry cleaning - a paid service, as well as a safe that can be rented at the reception;
- sun loungers and umbrellas around the pool are free;
- a currency exchange office;
- doctor's services (paid);
- Free animation for children and evening shows for adults.
Since Goa is the founder of such a trend in electronic music as Goa-trance, you can’t expect a quiet and relaxing holiday here. Ticlo Resort 2 * (Goa), being in the second line from the coast, is a pleasant exception.
Calangute Beach
Since the main life of vacationers takes place on the beach, everything was created there so that a person stays on it for as long as possible.
The beach in Calangute occupies a sandy strip 7 km long. Convenient sunbeds are located along the entire coast, which can be used free of charge if you order something in the bar closest to them.
There are so many restaurants and bars on the coast that it seems that tourists come here for a drink and a snack. But not only this beach is famous for the whole world. Here is the majority of shops and stalls with food, fruits and drinks from those that are found throughout Goa as a whole.
If the Ticlo Resort 2 * restaurant offers local and partially international cuisine, then in the city or on the beach you can find dishes for every taste - from Italian pizza familiar to everyone to Tibetan dishes.
For vacationers who prefer a quiet family vacation, this hotel will become an "oasis" of peace and quiet. Moreover, its location is such that visitors can choose their own entertainment - gatherings in a bar on the beach, allowing you to enjoy the sunset and dawn, as well as numerous nightclubs and discos in the city, suitable for those who love nightlife.
Rest for sports lovers
In the hotel Ticlo Resort 2 * (north Goa) from the entertainment offered evening shows are available, and in the afternoon - table tennis.
All this because on the beach of Calangute there is a large selection of active sports for both beginners and "advanced" lovers. Since the refreshing breeze that causes waves blows in this part of Goa, those who love water sports come here.
The main influx of athletes to the beach falls in the afternoon, when the wind changes its direction and allows windsurfing, water skiing and parasailing. Parachuting above a body of water is a favorite form of relaxation not only among young people, especially since it is not expensive at all.
After playing beach volleyball or sailing, it is especially good to return to the hotel, guaranteeing peace and quiet - such as Ticlo Resorts 2 * (Goa). The reviews of those who rested in it, note the special tranquility and harmony of this place, so lovers of yoga and relaxing massage will also be happy to be here.
Excursions
At the hotel you can profitably buy a tour and see the sights of Goa. If in the city of Calangute, in addition to the 400-year-old church of St. Alex and the art gallery "Kerkar", representing local artists, there are no other interesting places, then the island itself is a tourist attraction:
- You can book a trip to the 5th largest in the world Dudhsagar Falls;
- you can’t visit India and leave without its amazing spices - an excursion to the Sahakari plantation, where they are grown, will be an unforgettable experience;
- lovers of exotic fruits are waiting for the plantation where they are grown;
- boat trips along the Zauri River to the bird sanctuary, where you can forget about time while watching birds, will also become unforgettable.
In addition to excursions around the island, the Ticlo Resort 2 * hotel offers a trip to Mumbai, where a huge number of inexpensive stores with a wide range of not only local textiles and jewelry, but also world brands.
For lovers of mysteries and mountains, an excursion to small Tibet awaits you with a visit to the valley of flowers. No less interesting is the abandoned ancient city of Hampi. The ruins of the 14th century in all its glory show the ancient history of Goa, when trade and crafts flourished here. It is hard to imagine that a few decades ago there were continuous jungles that carefully concealed the city for centuries.
It is important to remember when traveling in India that there are too many thieves and beggars, so you should monitor your belongings and wallet.
Entertainment
When talking about entertainment in Calangute, they primarily mean the nightlife of the city. Numerous clubs, bars and discos, starting at 10 p.m. and continuing until dawn, are waiting for those who like to have so much fun.
During the day, guests can enjoy yoga classes, spas and massages right on the beach. Everyone can not only experience the relaxing effect of massage, but also pass a master class using the acquired knowledge in practice.
You can sit comfortably at the poolside bar away from the hustle and bustle of the hotel or take a walk in the garden.
Hotel Benefits
This hotel has all the advantages that enable it to become a favorite place in Goa:
- firstly, it is quiet and calm, which is extremely rare for the "crazy" pace of life on the island;
- secondly, from here "at hand" to the best restaurants and popular holiday destinations;
- thirdly, being in the second line from the sea, it is ramp only 10 minutes walk from the beach;
- fourthly, it protects visitors from noise and screams on the shore;
- fifthly, this is a cozy and clean place, allowing customers to choose for themselves how to spend their holidays;
- sixth, the price of living in this place allows you to save well, without depriving yourself of comfort and pleasures.
Given that the Ticlo Resort 2 * hotel is located on one of the most picturesque islands in the world and one of the best beaches, we can conclude that this is a worthy reason to return here again and again.