Susegad Mode: A few slow days in Goa

India is a big country with a wide variety of geographical regions — from snow-covered mountains to national parks, long coastlines, deserts, and more. Since India shares its coastline with the Arabian Sea on the west and the Bay of Bengal on the east, there are plenty of beautiful coastal destinations to explore.

My personal favourite? Goa.

Goa is a union territory on the western side of India, slightly towards the south. It’s a paradise for seafood lovers. Another practical reason people love Goa — alcohol is relatively cheaper here due to lower taxes compared to many other states.

But beyond all that, what really makes Goa special is its pace of life. It’s not a metro city, and that’s exactly its charm. It’s relaxed, unhurried, and peaceful. Locally, they call this lifestyle “susegad” — basically, taking it easy and enjoying life as it comes.

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Recently, I visited Goa with family and friends, and I’d love to take you along through some pictures I clicked.

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Goa is broadly divided into two parts — North Goa and South Goa.

This time, we stayed in South Goa. The property we chose was very close to the beach — quiet, less crowded, and perfect for a relaxed stay.

** Quiet stay, just a short walk away from the beach. Exactly what we wanted in South Goa.**

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One of the best parts was the beach access. There was a private pathway through a nearby property (belonging to the same hotel chain), which made the beach feel almost exclusive for us.

** This is what Goa feels like when you avoid the rush.**

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Honestly, our routine in Goa is always simple — and that’s the beauty of it:

Wake up → walk around → head to the beach → have a good lunch → afternoon nap → beach again in the evening → back to the hotel → dinner outside with some chilled beers.

No rush. No pressure. Just a proper break.

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Of course, food is a big part of any Goa trip.

Fresh seafood, local flavours, and chilled beer just hit differently here. I’ve added a few photos — including Peoples Lager 🍺 and a popular Goan dessert, Serradura (also called “sawdust pudding”).

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We also visited Fontainhas, a beautiful area known for its colourful houses and narrow lanes.

Goa still carries strong Portuguese influence from its colonial past, and you can clearly see it in the architecture. Bright colours, old-style windows, and a very European vibe — quite different from the rest of India.

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That’s it — just a small glimpse of Goa from this trip.

Nothing too fancy, just good food, slow days, and better company.