Travel Note
International travelers require a visa to enter India. Apply for an e-Tourist Visa (e-TV) online. E-Visas typically take 3-5 days to process. Apply as early as 120 days before arrival, but no later than 7 days before your flight. Apply for either a 30 day or 1 year e-Tourist visa. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months after you arrive in India. Only use the official government portal to apply for your visa to avoid scams and upcharges: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/ You can also use the link below.
Flight
Please book flights arriving at Goa's Dabolim Airport (GOI) - this is the closest airport to Caravela Resort. Shuttles to Caravela Resort will only be available from GOI. Goa has a second airport, Mopa (GOX), about 40+ miles away in North Goa, which most long-haul international flights now use instead. Please avoid booking this if possible, but contact the Shubhtithi team if this is your only option for booking. Recommended airlines: Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, Swiss, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic Recommended booking timeline: Book your flights to India up to 4-6 months in advance. December & January is the peak season to visit Goa. Recommended domestic airlines to fly to Goa: IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express
Hotel
All accommodations will be at Caravela Beach Resort. The couple is covering hotel stays for the nights of January 3rd & 4th. The Shubhtithi team or the couple will reach out to discuss accommodation details. If you'd like to add nights to your stay before or after the wedding, the Shubhtithi team will help arrange your stay accordingly. All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with universal outlets, WiFi and ensuite bathrooms. Learn more about Caravela Beach Resort below.
Travel Note
Local Travel, if required: Download GoaMiles. It is the local equivalent of Uber and works well for getting around the state. E-Arrival Card: As of 2026, you may be asked to fill out a quick digital arrival form (Air Suvidha) within 72 hours of your flight. Keep an eye on your email from the airline for updates!