Day 16 Going to Goa


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March 15th 2019
Published: March 16th 2019
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Us with our sweet little driver Mahesh.
Hi everyone,

It’s been a long day,set off at 7 am and luckily Pats underwear was dry.lol.Last night he got into the shower and forgot to take off his underwear until it was too late. What a twit. Lol.Arrived in Goa about 4.30pm. Weather is much hotter and more humid here. With a bit of luck that will help my breathing also,it feels like the air is much fresher.I’ve struggled a bit with my breathing today but the cough seems a bit better.What a relief.We have two whole days here and three nights.We intend to get up at our leisure then if we feel like going out we will if not we have a lovely balcony to sunbath on.From the sun bed we have a great view of the sea and beach.If reception can convince me the water is clean and safe I’ll be in there like a shot.looks like there are plenty of churches and other sights to see if the mood takes us.

The flight from Mumbai to here was interesting as we took off. Almost touching the perimeter fence of the airport are the slum housing areas. They go on for miles or so it seems.We’ve
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Slum housing right up to the airport fence and a temple !
just had our first meal of Red Snapper fish which was delicious.Lets hope it stays that way.The hotel is stunning.So pleased we didn’t go home early.well get our strength back in time for the long trip home.

So, I’ll keep this blog short tonight.Hope everyone is ok.Speak tomorrow.


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Vast area of slum housing,as seen from the plane.
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People waiting for the bus which amazingly runs every 10 mins throughout the day


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