A Mumbai- Goa road trip
is like a dream come true. And why not? Pleasant weather, beautiful sceneries
and wide roads- your entire journey is fun-filled and exciting. Away from
pollution and chaos of the city, the drive through the desolation rejuvenates
and prepares you for the upcoming thrill in Goa. It takes 12 hours to reach Goa
from Mumbai and these 12 hours will surely make a separate memory book. The
flora and fauna on the way and the blue sea following you throughout, you sigh
in content as you through the journey.
But such a long drive does require preparation. Here’s how to plan for Mumbai-Goa road trip:
1) Pick the right car: Car determines comfort. When you
are driving straight on the highway and that too for long hours, chances are
there that your body might ache. Choose a spacious yet comfortable car so that
your travel plans become memorable.
2) Decide your stops beforehand: Roads can
be unpredictable. Don’t depend on your luck when you are deciding your stops.
Obviously you can’t drive for 12 hours straight (or more if you unfortunately
find traffic on the way) and if you have cozy stops on the way, driving will
become easy. Book rooms or short accommodations for yourself deciding on how
long you can drive. This will make things a lot easier because you will have
small little milestones to reach.
3) Food should always be there: Again, you
can’t depend on roads. Thus, you need to have proper stock of food when you
take on this journey. Carry lots of fruits, nuts and dry food so that you never
have to sleep hungry.
4) Carry lots of water: A dehydrated journey is
frustrating. Even when driving in AC, if there is heat outside, our body
automatically gets dehydrated. Carry lots of water when you travel. We’d
suggest that you carry a small ice box so that you can keep your water chilled.
Slip in a few cans of beer in there as well, if you please! But no drinking and
driving!
5) Carry the map: Outskirts of cities rarely have proper mobile network. Although
we do have Google Maps at our disposal but when on a road trip, carrying the
hard copy of a map is wise. If you get lost and don’t have mobile signal, you
can at least confirm your location in the map and do the next.
Another small tip. Download a playlist so that you have song for
every mood while you drive.
So, what are you waiting for? Hope onto your four wheels and leave
for this beautiful journey. At Goa, Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort will welcome
you with warm greetings and a comfortable sojourn.