What to take with in goa. What to take with you to India

Bringing a sweater or skis on a trip if you are going to Goa is at least ridiculous. Not taking a swimsuit is ridiculous. In order not to get trashed on one of the most beautiful West Indian beaches in the world, we suggest that you study the article.

Goa is a former Portuguese colony and the smallest state in India. It is located in the west of the country, and is recognized as a favorite vacation spot for couples, newlyweds, and divers from all over the world. Goa is considered the most European region of India, and here you will find Bounty-style beaches, economical shopping, great mood and lots of parties.

Preliminary readiness or there is still a lot of time left before departure

Imagine a situation where there are still a couple of months left before departure. First of all, you must take care of such an important thing as your documents. You can calmly relax in the seat of an airliner preparing to take you far, far away from problems, if you are the happy owner of the following things that are significant for every tourist:

  • Foreign passport(Carefully, leave two pages for the Indian visa. And attention - the passport must be active even three months after you return from your paradise holiday).
  • Copies of passport(we know how wonderful and peaceful the vacation will be. But all the same, I want to be very, very confident and protect myself in case of an unpleasant loss or loss of a document).
  • Birth certificates and permission to leave the child(of course, we must take the children with us and do not forget the most important document for the child).
  • Package of travel documents(air tickets, hotel voucher, medical insurance policy). These documents, however, tourists usually receive the day before departure. But they must be present!
  • Valid Indian Visa(to obtain it, you need to have a passport, the validity of which should not expire in 6 months or less).

Interim readiness or a week and a couple of days left before departure

A week before departure, you should start collecting all the things the tourist needs, so that later you do not rack your brains that something important has been forgotten. Let's list the main points of what you need on the way:

Medicines

I would like to dwell on this point in more detail in view of the exoticism of the host country to which you are going. Medicines are the most important item on your belongings list. So, you should take with you:

  • Bandage, plaster, peroxide, brilliant green;
  • Effective remedies for insect bites (it is worth taking exactly proven or well-recommended remedies, because in Goa insects can easily be carriers of such infectious diseases as hemorrhagic fever, leishmanism, malaria, etc.);
  • Preparations for motion sickness;
  • Drugs that counteract headache and toothache;
  • Antipyretics, electronic thermometer;
  • Proven remedies for the gastrointestinal tract (very spicy specific food in Goa);
  • Individual sunscreens for the skin type of each family member.

Goa has a subtropical climate. Therefore, it is worthwhile to worry about bringing with you a sunscreen with a high level of protection. Be careful not to forget your baby's skin care product.

Money and credit cards

At this point, it is worth noting that you, as a tourist, need to decide how much money to take with you to Goa. Provided that you decide to take more than 10,000 USD with you, they will need to be declared without fail. In addition, one should maintain increased responsibility when paying for goods and services in an exotic country, because crime is thriving, and in any place. You should be extremely careful not to use your credit card in questionable shops or markets.

International driving license, insurance

In Goa, nature is striking in its beauty, so all tourists want to explore the natural features and beauty not only in and around their hotel, but also outside it. Be careful as introduced in the country Left side traffic and above all, very narrow lanes and an incredibly distinctive driving style. Therefore, for the individual safety of you and your children, it is worth hiring a private driver to travel through the beauty of Goa.

Individual things for yourself and children

Here it is worth taking care of what your swimming season in Goa should be like. The average temperature in Goa, the most favorable for Europeans, is + 28-29 degrees. The lack of precipitation is accompanied by a rather active sun, which shines for about 10 hours a day.

That's why hats- this is the first thing that should be in your suitcase, as well Sunglasses and other remedies for the scorching sun.

Traditional photo and video devices with all accompanying accessories and chargers.

Travel guide to India (Goa). Guide to exotic island will not only help you decide where and when to go, but will help you navigate the local currency (rupees), time zone, local traditions and conventions.

English-Russian phrasebook. Indians understand very well English and this is not surprising, because he is one of the.

Lantern. If you like evening and night walks, it will definitely come in handy. The sun begins to set in Goa at 6 pm.

Sheet. India is a very dirty country and it is very easy to catch any infection here. Therefore, it is better to have your own bedding.

If you take a direct flight directly to Goa, then first of all you will be met by Dabolim airport. What is it remarkable and what should be feared.

Final readiness or several hours left before departure

I would like to note that you must prioritize collecting things. It is very important to take documents, money and medicines to Goa (especially if you need special medicines on an individual basis). Things like forgotten slates at home can be easily purchased at the hotel store.

Review the list of things you need for the trip again and make sure you have taken everything.

Arriving at the airport with the whole family, please check if all family members and their documents are in place. Count your suitcases. Think about whether you have taken everything from the above list with you. Finally, relax! And don't worry, you are flying on vacation to one of the most attractive places on Earth.

By the way, you seem to have forgotten something? Maybe a good mood?

Video: collecting a backpack for a trip to Goa

Things to India must be collected very carefully, so as not to take too much and not forget what you will not find in India during the day with fire.

My backpack weighed 7.5 kg but I went to the north of India and took warm clothes and trekking boots. I tried to pack such a backpack so that they would let me on the plane with it - Aeroflot allows me to take up to 10 kg into the cabin. If you go to warm regions, then it is quite possible to collect a backpack and a smaller one - weighing 4-5 kg.

Here is a sample list of things to take with you to India. Something can be subtracted, and something, on the contrary, can be added

Documents and money

1. Passport with a visa of India. You need to have copies of your passport and tickets with you and keep them separately. You can also scan your passport and store the scan in your email. If you lose your passport, having a copy can speed up the receipt of a new one.

2. Air ticket + its photocopy (also in case of loss).

3. Cash (US dollars or euros). India is not accepted everywhere bank cards so it's better to have cash. Cards are needed to pay for tickets over the Internet.

4. Photos 3x4, can be useful for permits and additional visas (if you are going to border areas).

5. A handbag for documents and money.

6. A travel guide to India, for example, from Lonely Planet (you can buy it in bookstores or order online) or buy it already in India - I saw it there in Delhi and in small towns, you can buy a new or used one. An almost essential thing. Without it, I would have spent significantly more money and time. Better, of course, to buy it in advance so that you can read it before the trip.

Medicines and hygiene products

1. A small first aid kit in case of minor injuries (iodine, bandage, plaster, etc.).

2. Medicines in case of gastrointestinal tract malfunction: enterosgel or activated carbon, lactobacterin, immodium, etc. I took only coal, it was not useful to me. Coal on the basis that during illness (for example, diarrhea) you need to take 5-7 tablets (at the rate of 1 tablet per 10 kg of your weight) 3-4 times a day.

3. For headaches - citromone, ketans, etc.

4. If you are taking any medications, bring a supply with you.

5. In many states where malaria is prevalent, it is necessary to take prophylactic drugs for malaria.

7. From mosquitoes, products that are applied to the body and for indoor use (but there are no mosquitoes in the mountains)

8. Hygienic lipstick.

9. Drops or eye tetracycline ointment for conjunctivitis - may come in handy, the tube weighs quite a bit.

10. Personal hygiene products (women's pads in India are sold everywhere, it is more problematic with tampons and thin pads for every day).

11. Wet wipes, preferably antibacterial (available locally).

12. Sunglasses, if you use them.

13. Soap (but you can buy it on arrival), shampoo.

14. Potassium permanganate (for washing hands and fruits).

15. Sunscreen - getting sunburned is pretty easy. You can also buy it on the spot.

Clothes, shoes, etc.

1. Two sheets or one duvet cover. Bed linen in hotels is often of a dubious type, unless it is, of course, the Imperial Hotel. You can also buy on the spot.

2. Clothes for hot weather. Women need to cover their shoulders, do not wear tight-fitting T-shirts (with the exception of Goa). In the rest of India, the customs are still strict, not even any T-shirt can be worn here. Dresses, blouses with and without embroidery can be bought in Delhi, cost 100-300 rubles, natural cotton. Indians, by the way, look very approvingly if foreigners walk around India in local clothes.

3. If you are going to the mountains, it is worth bringing clothes for the cooler weather, but these can be bought cheap on the spot. But it is better to take trekking boots with you.

4. Rain cover (when hiking in the mountains in some months).

5. Sneakers, Velcro sandals.

6. A small backpack for a camera, water, etc., with which you will walk every day. If the gifts bought in India do not fit into the backpack you came with, you can buy a large and roomy Chinese-made tote bag cheaply locally.

Necessary little things

1. Knife (it is easy to buy on the spot, since you will not be allowed on the plane with it, you must check it in your luggage). Needed, for example, to peel or cut fruit.

2. A small padlock (they close the doors in hotels and chain bags under the benches on the train) - but this is not necessary. I didn't have a castle with me, it is easy to buy it in India.

3. Flashlight, better LED. In some parts of India, electricity is often cut off.

4. Boiler (boil water for tea or for rinsing your mouth when brushing your teeth).

6. A metal mug (you can boil water in it).

7. Needles, threads, scissors (again, scissors will have to be checked in).

8. Tee - if you have a lot of equipment that requires recharging. Rooms often have only one outlet. Easy to buy locally.

The list of things has been compiled for people who travel to Hindustan for the first time, based on the author's personal experience for informational purposes.
The list includes things that have come in handy for me personally in my trips to different regions of India in different seasons, about which a corresponding reservation has been made.

Most of the things and medicines we are used to are either also sold in India or have Indian counterparts, so it is not always advisable to take them with you. At the same time, if you climb into remote remote areas of India, you better stock up on what you need before leaving, the choice of goods in local shops is very limited. In addition, if you are not adapted to unsanitary conditions in order to feel protected, you should think about it before the trip.

Documents and most important

  • Ksivnik or napkin for carrying money and documents under clothes (preferably synthetic, thin and waterproof)
  • Passport + 2 photocopies of the first page and visa
  • printout electronic ticket in 2 copies.
  • Health insurance policy (optional) with copies
  • Denyuzhki cash in large bills (higher exchange rate) + a few small bills. V tourist centers change and travel checks and there are also ATMs.
  • Passport-sized photos, they are required when buying a local SIM card
  • Ball pen

Remedies:

Protection from insects (mandatory if you live near fresh water bodies and at an altitude of less than 2.5 thousand meters)

  • Spray Moskitol or Autan, but better rarely found in the sale spray Clove. Do not buy the cream, in India they make an excellent anti-mosquito cream ODOMOS.
  • Spray "REID" - kills everything that moves / if you are a supporter of ahimsa you can buy anti mosquito spirals, 18 rupees for 10 pieces, 1 spiral is enough for the night
  • Electric fumigator / in India there is, but not always there is electricity
  • Look for a cream after bites "KOMAREX" - cool thing, even wounds heal! / there is an Indian analogue of Kailash Jivan cream.

Sun remedies

  • Cream (oil, milk) from / for sunburn, determine yourself depending on the type of skin and the season, but the sun is hot. I used Amber Soler # 15, which is what I wish for you.
    If you climb into the Himalayas to an altitude of more than 3 km. or you will be walking on a glacier or snow - take a cream with maximum protection for your face, otherwise your face will be charred!
  • Milk for burns, such as blue Amber Soler or Kailash Jivan Indian cream
  • Hygienic lipstick with UV filter
  • A moisturizer for the face, although after-sun cream can also be used
  • Glasses with UV filter
  • Headdress. I prefer a kerchief, it is easier to wet it in water, which is sometimes necessary.

from dirt (asepsis)

  • Antiseptic (disinfectant) wipes for treating hands and appliances before meals are desirable in large cities in India.
  • Medical alcohol (for internal and external) - 2-3 cans of 100 ml. if you are very afraid of LCD infections, although alcohol in India is not of poor quality, but is cheap.
  • Manganese permanganate (crystalline potassium permanganate) - in the solution, you can wash the fruit and the stomach in case of poisoning too
  • For the treatment of the skin of the face and body during transfers and transitions, you can use wet cleansing wipes like Hygena.

Toiletries and other

  • Antibacterial soap - SafeGuard or similar with maximum protection / In India you can buy DETOL soap or liquid with the same properties.
  • Shampoo (best in sachets) / they are sold at street kiosks for Rs 2 per sachet
  • Toothpaste and brush / great toothpastes in India, ask at pharmacies
  • Sponge
  • Comb \ Hair Brush
  • Terry towel, if not too lazy to drag, in hotels they are not always available
  • double or 2 small sheets, in Indian hotels linen is often not fresh, even better a special cotton or silk cover for a sleeping bag
  • Strong synthetic rope for drying clothes, in guesthouses in India there is often nowhere to dry clothes
  • A small piece of laundry soap / powders in India are the same, households. the soap is blue, in my opinion it is better
  • Toilet paper / sold everywhere
  • Some paper napkins or tissue paper handkerchiefs
  • Cotton buds
  • Deodorant, nail file, razor, and whatever you use ... cosmetics, IMHO, won't come in handy

Household supplies

  • A mug for boiling water + a boiler + a spoon - if you like to eat / drink tea at night or do not like spicy, and if you are in relatively civilian places
  • A pocket knife, preferably a folding one with a fork and a bottle opener, if you wander into the Himalayas, you may have to eat without them with a spoon washed in cold water
  • The flashlight is better on batteries or self-loading. problems with electricity are quite common even in tourist spots but star hotels always have their own generators.
  • Candles (electricity is often cut off) and lighter / commercially available
  • Small padlock (for backpack) / commercially available
  • Needles, threads, pins + scissors

Healthy foods

  • Tea bags + sugar cubes + a little salt, in some places drinking normal tea is a big problem,
  • Instant rice porridge (in case of problems with acclimatization, spicy food)
  • Chips and chocolate (on the road)
  • Vobla, if you love her, and you will be able to pass through customs, sprats and other non-perishable ...
  • Cigarettes if you smoke
  • If you go to the Himalayas and love corpses - take freeze-dried meat, smoked sausage, sprats, etc. with myself. The most beautiful Himalayan state of India, Uttaranchal (Uttarakhand) is vegetarian.

IT IS USEFUL to take with you a thin (3 mm) metallized rug or yoga mat - you can sunbathe on the beach, yoga, rolled up it is convenient as a seat in temples and outdoors, in the cold you can sleep on it.

Clothes and footwear for India

  • Sneakers for long walks and journeys. For trekking in the Himalayas, special shoes are desirable, in any case, they should not get wet and slip.
  • Sturdy non-leather sandals with a stable sole
  • Linen, socks (preferably cotton or other absorbent material)
  • windbreaker or sweater - it's cold on air-conditioned trains.

For Indian plains and beaches in spring and fall

  • light trousers and a skirt made of natural material
  • if there are semi-nylon "pants turn into elegant shorts" - take it, the most practical travel clothing, washable easily, dries quickly.
  • a couple of T-shirts or light shirts / are on sale
  • swimsuit \ swimming trunks and beachwear

For easy trekking in the Himalayas

  • Polyethylene raincoat
  • a windbreaker with a lining or with a sweater. In the Himalayas above 2 km. in summer and early autumn, you need to take a trekking jacket, above 3 thousand - already a down jacket and preferably trekking boots or good ankle boots, above 4 and on glaciers without boots it becomes dangerous.

Reading, photos and more

  • The dictionary is better than English-Russian-English, even if you know the language well
  • Phrasebook if language is bad
  • Notebook
  • Something kind, eternal that will harmonize you with the environment.
  • If the camera is digital, take the batteries for it. There is memory in India, as well as all kinds of video cassettes.

It is desirable that all this be folded into a small backpack or bag, but do not bother on purpose ... In India there was more of this than we have and much cheaper. It is advisable that your main large backpack is not filled with all of the above to the top, otherwise where will you put your souvenirs?
And you can also take the addresses of relatives and friends, because they will be terribly pleased to receive a postcard with a view of the Himalayas or Taj Mahal :)

Achadidi's own experience

Before asking about what to take with you to Goa, you must immediately answer the counter question: "What to take with you to paradise?" This is exactly the question hippies asked themselves when in the 60s they went here to their permanent place of life. They did not take anything with them, only their dreams, songs and a sea of ​​love. But let's look at the world realistically and still decide on the main things that need to be taken to India Goa on a trip.

Season and weather

Goa has its own weather conditions at each time period. For example, perfect timing rest period is from October to March. But many tourists live here year-round and do not experience any particular inconvenience. April to July in Goa begins rain season when everything is flooded with torrential rain almost every day. Then you should stock up on waterproof shoes, clothes and a large umbrella. And for example from August to October starts here heatwave and basically nothing to breathe. It becomes so stuffy that neither the sea, nor the shadow, nor the cold water will save you. At this time of the year, it is better to go to the northern regions of India and wait until October. But we will talk about the most favorable stage of weather conditions - from October to March. It is during these months that millions of tourists plan their trips and remain as satisfied as possible.

What to take with you to Goa: the essentials

The first step is to make sure that the passport and plane tickets as well as money. Should do all copies of documents and take with you. As a rule, tickets are ordered via the Internet and it is imperative to make a printout. The customs office is asked to present ticket and hotel reservation... You can book any hotel and then cancel it. Be sure to have a valid India visa- local authorities are especially closely monitoring this, as there are many cases of tourists who simply stayed in India without registration and with expired documents.

It is worth exchanging rubles for dollars or euros... Otherwise, it will be difficult to exchange them in Goa. It is more profitable to have dollars on hand. They are more often used in everyday life and are more readily changed at exchange points.

I believe that these are the most necessary things, without which you are unlikely to find yourself in another country. For me, this is enough that you need to take to Goa, and nothing else is required. And for you it will be relevant to stock up on some more things.

Insurance to India

Better to take care of health insurance and take her with you to Goa. It costs about 30 rubles a day and allows you to call a Russian-speaking doctor to the hotel to help you. You never know what can happen on the coast, it is better to insure yourself in every sense. This is especially true for those who ride a scooter, because conventional insurance does not cover such risks. Need an additional option " leisure"Or" driving a motorbike ", with which the cost immediately doubles. But it's worth it. Good insurances in India:

  • "Consent" with the assistance of "AP Companies"- the cheapest insurance of the good. You can buy at
  • Tripinsurance with its own assistant- very reliable and expensive. You can buy at.
  • Allianz with Mondial assistance- "golden mean" in terms of price and quality. You can buy at
  • ERV with assistance from Euro-Holding- good insurance for children. You can buy at.

First aid kit

For especially squeamish tourists and for those who have any health problems, you should take your own first aid kit... For example, you can bring antiseptics, pain relievers and prebiotics. In general, India is the country that produces the most natural and effective medicines in the world. They are based on the oldest Ayurvedic recipes. You can buy everything you need at the local pharmacy, as we usually do. But it is better to take care of your health in advance, which can pump up even when transferring to planes.

Other

Can be taken to Goa credit cards... There are ATMs in Goa, and in some cafes and shops you can pay by card without commission. And also need to take to Goa international driving license... You can rent a scooter without a license. The maximum fine for driving without documents is 500 rupees, if you are driving without a helmet, then 100 rupees. The fines are very democratic, in comparison, for example, with Thailand, where you have to pay 1500 baht for parking in the wrong place, and 3000 baht for driving without a license.

Helped me well English-Russian phrasebook... It is small and does not take up much space, but how effective it is. It is also worth taking a guide to India in Russian. Although you can find all the information on the Internet. Paper maps are very helpful. The best applications are Google maps and Maps.me. Download them in advance to your phone.

What to take to India Goa: packing a backpack

Yes, yes, it is a backpack, not a suitcase with flowers. Why a backpack, because it is the most efficient carry-on baggage... It is easy to get on the plane with it, it is easy to check it in the luggage without worrying about the wheels falling off. And it is also easy to carry from place to place when you travel around Goa and its environs. Who knows where the dashing one will take you? Maybe you end up in Bali.

India is the most unpredictable country in the world, having the features of a portal where tourists can move, amazed by the freedom and boundlessness of their actions. This is how they leave society to live. It all starts with a backpack, of course. 🙂

What to take from clothes in Goa

This means that the backpack must be at least 60 liters. It is worth putting comfortable summer shoes, spare jeans, shorts, a T-shirt, socks, underwear, a swimsuit or swimming trunks, a hat, a long-sleeved sweater or a sweatshirt in it (it is very cool in the evenings, especially when you ride a scooter). The rest can be bought at local shops for little money. For example, T-shirts cost Rs 100-200, dresses Rs 300-700.

What else

Must-see to Goa communication device, camera or cameras y, as well as spare batteries and accumulators. Sunglasses useful, but it is better to take inexpensive ones or buy locally. There is a chance of losing them or breaking them. I have often noticed that many travelers have a laptop. They work on it in their free daytime hours, when the sun is hot and they don't want to go anywhere. And some communicate with loved ones on Skype. Each cafe has its own Wi-Fi, although the quality of the Internet is not great everywhere. Therefore, we are not able to work in Goa at all.

You can take on vacation in Goa in a backpack small flashlight... It will come in handy if you rent a house somewhere on the outskirts. India has a different electrical system and often needs a Euro adapter. We need to take it and also stock up on a tee so that there are always enough sockets. You can also take a notebook and a pen to Goa. It helps when inspiration comes and you want to pour your innermost thoughts onto paper. And this happens everywhere, because Goa inspires creativity. You should take 3 by 4 color photographs with you. They will come in handy when buying a local SIM card or the Internet. Many useful items can be bought at local supermarkets. Many of them have been adapted and already have inscriptions in Russian.

What not to take in Goa

You should not take expensive things to India in Goa. For example, remove any gold jewelry or jewelry that is of value. In addition, it is better to leave expensive telephones and equipment at home. You should not take high-heeled shoes - there simply will be nowhere to put them on. And you don't really want to paint in the heat. Natural beauty is the most attractive. Don't take a lot of clothes. She will only get in the way.

Also, do not take chargers that take a long time to charge. Time is precious and it is not known where you can be in half an hour. You do not need to take sun and insect repellents with you to Goa. Because they are in every stall, they are cheap and very effective. An inflatable pillow won't come in handy either. And huge books will weigh down your stay. Moreover, many cafes have their own libraries of books left by tourists who are tired of carrying them with them on vacation.

Own experience, what to take on vacation in Goa

With a one-way ticket, a backpack, a sleeping bag, a T-shirt and pants to change and take off my winter clothes, as well as a couple of thousand dollars, I went to an unknown India. In fact, things are sold there and you can buy shoes, glasses, hygiene items and everything you need for a penny. I even ordered a return ticket via the Internet at a local Internet cafe. And I can say that it is more profitable to buy air tickets from India than from Russia. All winterers do just that.

First of all, I thought about where I would keep my money. After all, this is the main thing that has value in an unfamiliar country, after a passport, of course. For safety reasons, I recommend taking to Goa padlock... He insanely helps both to close hotel rooms and hang on old safes. From the outside, it may seem that it is strange to take a barn castle with you to Goa on vacation. But this "accessory" helped me and kept all my things in the hotel room safe. As you can imagine, the cleaning lady, the receptionist and the crowd of people have the keys to the standard lock in the hotel. I also recommend that you always close the windows so that no one else gets in to you. It sounds funny, but such cases are true.

It is not necessary to collect a lot of toys and special bathing accessories, all of which can be purchased locally.

First aid kit

What will be very useful is the first aid kit, which will contain everything. It is worth stopping here and examining the question in more detail. You should not forget about these things:

  • Bandages, green stuff, hydrogen peroxide.
  • Good remedies for insect bites. It is important that they are tested and of high quality, since in an exotic country insects are carriers of many infectious diseases.
  • Drugs that relieve motion sickness.
  • Pain relievers.
  • Thermometer and antipyretic drugs.
  • A medicine that allows the stomach to cope with specific Indian cuisine.
  • High SPF sunscreens
  • Personal hygiene products for the child.


Flight nuances

The flight will be quite long, but in most cases it is fascinating for the younger generation, moreover, there will certainly be one more, or even several couples with children on the plane, who can while away the time with each other.

The landing of the plane is becoming less rosy for children. They may have ear pain or motion sickness. It is worth taking care of the mint candy, and massage of the dimples behind the ears will help with pain.

Be prepared that upon arrival in India you will have to wait another hour or even more in the queue for registration. Local hard workers perform their duties a little in slow motion without acceleration. So think about some kind of snack for the kids, by this time they will definitely get hungry.

When arriving in a country with special sanitary standards, carefully monitor the children, especially if your heirs are fair-skinned and blond, this type of children delights the locals. Indians are a very iridescent and hospitable people with a great love for children, if they like a passing child, they can easily treat him with a local spice or a specific sweetness. It is this that should be monitored very closely, since not every adult organism can accept Indian delicacies without consequences, and especially for children.

Before you fly out of the airport, you must take into account that the process of checking and marking baggage will take a decent amount of time, and the child will need to do something and eat.

A little about acclimatization

Upon arrival, you may be faced with such a concept as acclimatization, which is accompanied by diarrhea and a slight increase in temperature for a day. If the temperature is very high and lasts more than 24 hours, make sure to call a doctor. It is worth noting that this process is much easier in children. Don't worry if your child experiences an upset stomach. This is a normal phenomenon that should pass in a day. After all, the first aid kit will be with you!

Climate

Remember that India has a vastly different climate and higher humidity.

Another thing that you should be extremely careful with is street animals. They are quite cute and will not touch the child, but they can still harm if they share some local ailment.

When planning to visit India, the optimal period is to rest from the beginning of October to March. From April it starts raining for a couple of months, when everything is flooded with water and precipitation falls every day. And with the arrival of August, the heat starts when there is nothing to breathe, and even swimming in a pond does not save. You can hide from this by going to the northern part of the country.

List of necessary things

The documents

You must always have your passport, tickets and Indian visa with you. It is very convenient to store and carry them with you in a special bag on your belt. In no case should you take it off while moving. In addition, it is important to have copies of required documents and tickets to be kept separately. An alternative option can be scanned documents, which are conveniently stored on your phone or other convenient gadget. In an unpredictable situation, you can print them. When moving around Goa, it is advisable to give the originals of documents to the hotel safe, and have copies with you. Thus, you can be sure that unpleasant situations are excluded during the rest.

Many people send scanned documents to their mail or upload them to a free photo hosting site. So, you can open access to them without a gadget. That is, using someone else's computer.

Money matters

It is convenient to take euros or dollars with you, they should be exchanged for rupees in India. You should also have a plastic card with you. But first you need to make sure that it can be used in a given state. It is better to personally consult with the bank's specialists.

It is also important to remember that amounts in excess of $ 10,000 must be declared. In addition, in an exotic country, you should not pay with a credit card in the markets and in dubious trading stalls.

For baby

It should be understood that you need to take very little clothes. If necessary, your favorite things can be bought for a penny at the local market. At the same time, it is customary in India to bargain. As a result, you can buy things 5 ​​times cheaper.

If the child is very small, a sling will become a necessary thing on the road. It will allow you to explore the world with your parents in comfort. A great travel option is the backpack sling, which allows you to adjust the straps on yourself in the front and back. Thus, you can move around the city and in transport without a stroller.

For parents who are not afraid of difficulties and plan to take a stroller, it is worth opting for a light and compact model with large wheels. On such a stroller it will be convenient to move around the beach and you can have a great rest for both the child and the parents. It should be understood that in conditions of high humidity, the stroller will take on an unusable appearance much faster than at home. Therefore, it is better to take a model that you do not mind.

Nutrition

If the baby is an infant, take baby food with you. There is no hope that it can be bought on the road or in India. The cuisine of this country is very spicy and specific, so this is not an option for preschool children. Otherwise, a fragile child's body may react unexpectedly.

Foods that are harmful to children are offered on the plane or bus. It is necessary to stock up in advance with the necessary products that will saturate the child and will be useful to him. The best option will be not only canned food, but also instant cereals. You can also take with you muesli, well-washed fruits and vegetables. Tea - not sweet crackers. You don't have to take water with you, its quality is quite satisfactory, and it is convenient to buy a bottle anywhere.

How to keep your baby busy

In the process of moving, flying or traveling on the train, the child needs to do something. Plasticine perfectly develops fine motor skills, you can also draw on paper. Children are very fond of soap bubbles, it is worth taking a couple of bottles with you. It is important to take toys and objects with you on the road that the baby has not yet seen, so he will be busy at long time and will get a lot of positive emotions.

In the process of acclimatization, children may experience prickly heat, as a result of the influence of a hot and humid climate. In this case, you need to use a regular powder after bathing. It's good if she ends up in the medicine cabinet. But if it is not there, it doesn't matter, a nearby pharmacy sells such a product.

You also need to pay attention to special means with a disinfectant liquid. It will allow you to wash your hands at the most inopportune moment, when there is no access to soap and water.

Personal belongings

It is worth dwelling on the fact that for the trip it is necessary to prepare not only kitchen utensils, but also clean sheets that may come in handy. India is considered a very dirty country and therefore it is better to have personal bedding. Or at least take it for a child.

Sometimes you have to travel around India by bus, some of them are equipped with air conditioning. Therefore, in addition to light things, take a few sweaters and pants that will come in handy and protect the child from colds.

Alternatively, put diapers in your suitcase. But it's not a problem. They are sold in most shops for little money.

Necessary little things

  • Oddly enough, there is no buckwheat in Goa, so those who love this product should take a couple of packs with them.
  • On Goa is better take kitchen utensils with you, as most of the rented apartments do not have them, and it is expensive to purchase.
  • It is very important to take out insurance for the entire stay. You shouldn't skimp on this, as safety and health come first. Having issued insurance on time, you can easily count on compensation for the funds spent on treatment.
  • In the process of applying for an Indian visa, photographs are needed. Those who stay are better to take on a trip. They can be great for purchasing special sim cards.
  • A flashlight will become an indispensable thing in Goa, since the roads there are not lit and dark. Therefore, to make it comfortable to move around, it is worth stocking up not only with a pair of powerful flashlights, but also with spare batteries or a rechargeable battery. In addition, it is very convenient to see where you are stepping and not to step on the peacefully resting animals.
  • If you are planning a long vacation, you can make a list of some foods that are not available in India. These include chocolate, cheese, smoked sausage, seeds.
  • Going to an exotic country, it is important to understand that conservative views prevail here and it is not customary even for tourists to bare their bodies. No need to bring miniskirts, shorts and tight underwear with you. Otherwise, local population think you badly.
  • Most hotels have small lugs on the doors for padlocks. Therefore, it will not be superfluous to purchase a small neat lock with which to insure the door. This way you can be sure that no one will be able to enter the room.


Magic wand

An external battery is an irreplaceable thing that is very useful for modern phones. It is normal for the battery to drain quickly. In this case, it will be impossible not only to contact the world, but also to refuse the child's desire to watch cartoons or play. If you find yourself far from the outlet, which is the norm in Goa, it is worth using an additional external battery. It will allow you to charge your phone a couple of times. It is recommended to take a battery with a capacity of no more than 5000 mAh.

Clothesline

Oddly enough, but not all places in Goa have a laundry service. There are no problems in the hotels of megalopolises. But if you want to relax away from the city, you will have to do it yourself and here a clothesline up to 20 m long will become an indispensable thing.You can also buy it in the supermarket on the spot.

And once again referring to the climate, you should pay attention to the fact that in conditions of high humidity, it is better to use quick-drying towels.

Comfortable clothes and shoes

Both for the child and for yourself, you should take comfortable shoes. Heeled options won't come in handy. For major movements, sneakers or sneakers made of natural materials will do. Sturdy sandals with sturdy soles are ideal. You can also bring your usual slippers with you. From the beginning of October, the nights in India become cold, so it will not be superfluous to grab, in addition to shorts, swimming trunks and swimsuits, clothes with long sleeves, fleece sweatshirts with a hood.

It is not advisable to take bulky suitcases with you. It is best to use a backpack.

Security

As in any other country, you should not take expensive gadgets and phones with you on your trip. It is quite possible to get by with a cheap cell phone, since in conditions of high humidity, the smartphone can be badly damaged. You should not take valuables with you on the beach and other places. It is better to keep documents and jewelry in the hotel safe. Close windows and doors at night.

One of the dangers that can happen in this country is the current. Most Indians do not swim well, and there will be no one to help get out. It often happens that the current carries tourists.

It is worth noting that there are a lot of stray wild animals on the beaches that can beg for food. But it's best to stay away from them.

A trip to Goa will give you and your family an unforgettable experience and great stay, if you plan everything in advance and get ready on time without rush and fuss.

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