Travel + Leisure India & South Asia

THE FLIP SIDE OF GOA

WHILE WORKING OUT the details of a post-lockdown getaway to Goa, I found myself dwelling on the changes in travel that are here to stay. As tourism comes back to life in a precarious dance with the pandemic, luxury is being redefined. Now, it’s all about private bubbles and customised experiences. I found myself looking for bespoke experiences, and unwittingly fell in love with Goa soaked in rains.

My first destination is Moira, a pristine village located deep in the North Goan countryside. Moira’s history goes back to the Mauryan period, from which it derives its

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