It was an absolute pleasure being a part of the Airbnb ‘Goa Unseen’ Campaign. As an active Airbnb traveller, this platform since it’s inception has catered to my ethos of carting my home away from home.

Since its launch in Goa many moons ago, the team has been kind enough to consider me as one of Goa’s Cultural and Culinary Insiders- to shed some light on the offbeat path for tourists who wish to ‘glocally’ (a global local) experience our lovely state and I’ve had such fun times to curate these lists.

The 2025 relaunch of ‘Goa Unseen’ was inaugurated by Shri Rohan Khaunte @rohankhaunteofficial (Hon.Tourism Minister, Goa) Mr Amanpreet Bajaj @amanpreet_bajaj (Country Head, Airbnb- India & Southeast Asia) and Mr Abhay Deol @abhaydeol ( A prominent Indian Actor) at the gorgeous @sadhana_dell_arte in Merces.

The setup was intimate with many creators and journalists invited to witness some of our state’s finest creative acts. A spell binding performance by the one and only @soniashirsat left one and all in awe of her vocal prowess. The  boys from @boilermaker.goa poured some of their classic serves to keep the crowd fuelled as the event went along.

The comprehensive lists by fellow insiders covers the length and breath of our fair state.

A few mentions in my section has these people to look out for.

Learning about Goa’s unknown Apiary culture from @raika_honey_apiary

Understanding Tea and Coffee intricacies @motleybrew.in at the picturesque @aguadgoa

A Local Goan Brekkie @cafe_tato followed by a heritage meal @mumskitchenworldwide winding up the day with a tipple @cajybar/ @miskibargoa / @casalusitanagoa / @miguelsgoa / @petiscogoa

A relaxing charm @countertop_labs @amaraanthindia nestled deep in the south with nature to behold.

Thank you Team Airbnb @airbnb for getting the community together and for the love as always 珞❤️.

Always fun times with my fellow mates @thestaymaster @indiawithinsia @sahibamarwaha @scarlettmrose @gim_ix @chefavinashmartins

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