There are experiences and then there are experienc...

There are experiences and then there are experiences of a lifetime that create new memories and touch your heart n soul like no other. Our Ramada experience was surreal to say the least. Right from the time we landed up at the airport till the time we were dropped back the entire experience was just fantastic. Let me explain in detail:

1. Booking Experience: I was dealing with Ms Supriya Gurung for the rooms booking who was excellent in her response time. I was not sure of what the Sea View room looked like and she duely sent me a picture. Just perfect.

2. Airport Pickup: I wanted to have a car pickup from the airport however, when I landed there I saw that nobody had come to pick us. However, all that was taken care by the entusiastic and ever helpful Mr, Gibson who called for a car and we were off to Ramada in a few mintues. The driver Mr Chavan was also a very cheerful guy. We knew that we're in for something special at Ramada that very moment.

3. Check-in: We were amazed at the way everything at Ramada looked so ready and neatly organized. Our check-in took more time then what is acceptable but the young guy at the counter explained to me all the necessary things for having a lovely holiday. We were welcomed with fresh hand towels and canned juice which i thought could have been a traditional goan drink or something.

4. Room: The sea view room at the new wing is straight out a dream holiday. Overlooking the sea, the room was literally with a view. Fantastic. The bed was supersoft and the bathroom was super clean. Whoa! The private balcony is where you put up your feet and relax.

5. Food: I am a self confessed foodie and I must say that the food at Ramada was extra-ordinary. The breakfast, lunch, dinner all super duper hit with my family. Both lunch and dinner had one goan or portugese main dish in fish, chicken, or mutton. Now thats what i call expansive menu. It had something for everyone. Now this is coming from someone who's lived the Goa life years after years. The goan food was goddamn authentic as it gets. I'll go to Ramada for the food alone. Just too too good. Congrats to all the chefs there. Chef Abdul, Chef Raj, Chef Saurabh, and whoever i missed out. My fav were Fish Balchao, Goan Caldeen, Chicken Caferel, and Rawa Fried Fish. Also, all the live singers were terrific and entertaining except the singer on the night of 25th Aug who was on a mission to make everybody sleep with his super boring songs.

6. Beach: I was told by Mr Kaito, the driver who dropped us at the airport that, the Caravela beach is rated Number 3 in the world. a white sand beach, Caravela beach is Ramada's jewel in the crown. Ramada ensures it is super clean and takes all the efforts to do so. It is almost like a private beach with beautiful, sparkling water. Just too good.

7. Service & Hospitality: Its very hard to impress me but Ramada did it quiet easily. Ramada service was out of this world. The room service, the quick a/c fixes, towel changes, and so on. You name it and they did it. I was like having a genie at our disposal. We owe our fantastic holiday due to these hard working staff at Ramada. They are the pillars of this great resort. Exceptional is the word.

8. Swimming Pool: The best part is that they give you nice, clean, warm towels at the pool. The water is sparkling clean and extremely well kept. My 2 yr daughter absolutely loved playing at this beautiful pool.

> Taxis need NOT be so expensive. Rs 1500 is a bit on the higher side especially when Petrol/Diesel is probably the cheapest in Goa.
> Ramada is in South Goa which far off from the hustle bustle of say Calangute or Candolim. So DO NOT here expecting that. This resort is strictly for relaxation, walk on the beach with hand-in-hand and lots of playing with your kids.
> Carry your own pool ball and ring. The resort does not provide you anything. You'll have to buy from their shop at higher rates.