Goa was christened the "Pearl of the Orient" by the Portuguese 500 years ago and during that period left a lasting impression on the local population and landscape. Recognized as a hippie haven in the 70\'s, the Goa of today is now a hip and happening destination for A-listers getting away from it all. A more laid-back, version of India, Goa has transformed into a cosmopolitan tourist trap lined with five-star resorts, boutique guesthouses, and villas remodeled for international travelers. In many ways, Goa is the perfect introduction to a country that can be very challenging for the uninitiated.
Delhi\'s delights are not immediately apparent when you first arrive and instantly bombarded by the pollution, over population and poverty. When you can look past all that, you\'ll find that Delhi is in many ways the essence of modern India. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it makes an excellent starting point to exploring North India. The city is littered with crumbling tombs and ruins, most of which are not even on the tourist map.