India with Kids: Goa, Real Costs and the Visa Lesson We Learnt the Hard Way (2026)

Our India Story: Twelve Years in the Making

🔎 Researched, not visited yet

India was supposed to be the last stop on our two-year trip around the world, 12 years ago. It never happened.

We badly underestimated the visa. Back then, you had to post your passports away, and by the time Marty and I worked out how long that would take, we’d run out of time. So we rebooked, and Phuket became our final stop instead. India stayed on the list.

It’s still there. We all love Indian food, the boys included. Louie’s favourite dish is shahi paneer, a creamy, mildly spiced paneer curry, and two-year-old Leo happily eats his share too. 🍛 For a vegetarian family like ours, few places make eating well this easy.

We also want the parts you can’t put on a menu: the noise, the colour, the crowds and the culture. Then, when it all gets a bit much, we’d love to slow right down on a beach in Goa.

Because we haven’t been yet, everything below is researched, not lived. We’ve checked the visa rules against the official Indian government portal and flagged anything we couldn’t verify. When we finally go, we’ll update this guide with what we actually find.

The Short Answer (checked 29-09-2026)

• Visas: India has no digital nomad visa. The e-Tourist visa comes in 30-day, one-year and five-year versions, and you can stay up to 180 days in a calendar year.
• Working: remote work isn’t a listed purpose of the e-Tourist visa. We’d treat India as a long family trip, not a legal work base, unless you get proper advice.
• Where: Goa is the most established base for nomad families. Bangalore has the strongest infrastructure and schools, and Kerala is slower and greener.
• Cost: our rough Goa estimate for a family of four is €1,550 to €2,800 a month (A$2,500 to A$4,550), before flights, insurance and school fees.
• The hard parts: heat, the monsoon, winter air pollution in northern cities, stomach bugs, and the sheer busyness with small kids.

Where to Base Your Family in India

India covers more than 3.2 million square kilometres, so choosing a base matters. The good news: the most family-friendly regions each have a clear personality.

Many long-stay families move with the seasons. Goa and Kerala suit the drier months from about November to March. Hill stations are the usual escape when the plains heat up, and Bangalore’s altitude keeps it milder than most Indian cities.

The five regions below are the best-established options for families. We’d start in Goa, for the reasons in our story.

🏖 Goa: Where We’d Start

Beaches, a Slower Pace and India’s Biggest Nomad Scene

Goa is where we’d base ourselves first, and plenty of nomad families feel the same. It has India’s best-known nomad scene, a relaxed pace and beaches where a toddler can dig for hours. After the noise of a big Indian city, that calm is exactly what we’d want.

Families usually choose between North and South. North Goa, around Assagao, Siolim and Anjuna, is livelier, with more cafés, coworking spaces and other families. South Goa, around Palolem and Agonda, is quieter, with longer beach days and fewer crowds.

When to Go

The dry season runs from about November to March, and that’s when most families come. The monsoon, from roughly June to September, brings heavy rain, and many beach businesses close. Plenty of families treat Goa as a dry-season base and move on for the rest of the year.

What Works for Families

• Other nomad families are easier to find in Goa than anywhere else in India, especially up north in the dry season.
• Days can revolve around the outdoors: beaches, rivers and busy local markets.
• Vegetarian food is easy, from thali restaurants to fresh fruit and vegetables at the markets.

Working in Goa

Coworking spaces and laptop-friendly cafés cluster around Assagao and Anjuna, and new ones open most seasons. Names change quickly, so we’d check recent reviews and ask in local groups before paying for a membership. Always test the internet at a house before you sign, and keep a mobile data backup.

The Trade-offs in Goa

• Good villas with reliable internet book up for the dry season, and prices in North Goa’s popular areas have risen in recent years.
• There’s no Uber or Ola. You’ll rely on local taxis, the GoaMiles app, a scooter or a driver.
• Traffic builds in tourist areas during peak season, and many roads have no footpaths, which is tricky with a pram.
• Childcare outside schools is limited, and the heat in April and May is hard on little ones.

🌿 Kerala

Greener, Slower and Easy for Vegetarians

Kerala runs along India’s southwest coast, with backwaters, spice plantations, long beaches and the forested hills of the Western Ghats. Life moves more slowly than in most of India, and that’s a big part of the appeal.

For long stays, Fort Kochi is the most practical base, with an arts scene, cafés and easy access to the city’s hospitals and services. Varkala is a clifftop beach town that attracts families wanting a quieter pace. Families who need more infrastructure often look at Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram), the state capital.

When to Go

The monsoon hits Kerala hard from about June to September. Everything turns lush and green, but daily life gets wetter and slower. Most families aim for October to March, keeping in mind that April and May are hot and humid.

The food alone is a reason to go. Dosa, idli, coconut curries and banana-leaf meals make vegetarian eating easy. 🍌

What Works for Families

• The slower pace suits families who want a break from big-city intensity.
• Nature is close by, from backwater villages to the tea hills of Munnar.
• Yoga and Ayurvedic treatments are widely available, especially around Varkala and Kochi.

The Trade-offs in Kerala

• Outside Kochi and Trivandrum, services for remote workers thin out quickly.
• Rural backwater stays are beautiful, but internet can be patchy.
• Road travel takes much longer than the map suggests.
• Medical care in rural areas is limited.

🕉 Rishikesh

Yoga, the Ganges and the Himalayan Foothills

Rishikesh sits where the Ganges leaves the Himalayan foothills. It’s famous for yoga, and the town has a spiritual rhythm that slows you down whether you plan to or not.

Long-stay visitors tend to settle around Tapovan and Laxman Jhula, where guesthouses, yoga schools and cafés cluster. It suits families who value wellness and the outdoors more than convenience.

When to Go

October to March is the most comfortable time, with December and January the coolest months. Summers get very hot, and the monsoon brings heavy rain and occasional flooding near the river.

What Works for Families

• Rafting, waterfall walks and riverside paths are all close by.
• Living costs are generally lower than in Goa or Bangalore.
• Vegetarian food is the norm in this holy town.

The Trade-offs in Rishikesh

• As a holy town, it comes with expectations around modest dress and behaviour, and alcohol is restricted.
• There are no international schools, so families rely on homeschooling or online programs.
• Coworking is limited. Most people work from guesthouses or cafés with a mobile data backup.
• Medical facilities are more limited than in the big cities.

🏰 Jaipur

Pink Sandstone, Palaces and Busy Bazaars

The capital of Rajasthan is known as the Pink City for the colour of its old town. Palaces, forts and crowded bazaars make Jaipur a living history lesson for kids.

Expat families tend to look at C-Scheme and Civil Lines, which are greener and calmer than the old city. Fewer foreign families live here than in Goa, so you’d need to build your own community.

When to Go

October to February is the best window. Summers regularly go above 40°C, which makes family life very hard without constant air conditioning.

What Works for Families

• History is everywhere: Amber Fort, the City Palace and Jantar Mantar, an old astronomical observatory, are all in or near the city.
• Craft workshops like block printing make great hands-on worldschooling.
• Rajasthani food has plenty of vegetarian dishes.

The Trade-offs in Jaipur

• Air quality can be poor in winter, which is also the best season to visit.
• The summer heat is extreme.
• International school options are limited compared with bigger cities.
• The desert around Jaisalmer is roughly 550 km away, so it’s a multi-day trip rather than a day out.

🌆 Bangalore (Bengaluru)

India’s Tech Capital

Officially called Bengaluru, this is India’s tech hub. For families who need reliable infrastructure, international schools and plenty of coworking, Bangalore is the most practical city base on this list. Its altitude also makes the climate milder than much of India.

Expat families often look at Indiranagar and Koramangala for cafés and walkability, or Whitefield for bigger homes near several international schools. HSR Layout is also popular with young families.

What Works for Families

• Hospitals, internet, international supermarkets and schools make daily logistics easier than elsewhere in India.
• Coorg, Mysore and Chikmagalur make good weekend escapes.

The Trade-offs in Bangalore

• Traffic is the big one. A short distance on the map can take an hour at peak times.
• It’s a big city, with less green space and none of Goa’s beach life.
• Rents in popular expat areas are higher than elsewhere on this list.

Choosing the Right Region for Your Family

India is too big to land somewhere and hope it fits. These quick comparisons are our own summary of the research above, not ratings from families who’ve lived there.

What Daily Life Could Look Like

India asks more of families than most of Southeast Asia or Europe. It’s louder, hotter and busier, and small errands can take longer. That intensity is also what makes it memorable.

In Goa, we picture early mornings at the market, work in the cooler hours and afternoons on the beach. A day in Rishikesh might start with a riverside walk instead. Life in Bangalore looks more like normal city life, with parks and cafés filling the gaps.

Kids tend to get a lot of attention in India, from friendly chats to requests for photos. Some children love it, while others find it overwhelming, so it helps to talk about it before you go.

Why India Appeals to Nomad Families 🇮🇳

🥗 Vegetarian Food Everywhere

Vegetarian eating is normal across much of India, not a special request. For our family, that alone puts it high on the list.

💰 Lower Everyday Costs

Everyday costs are well below Europe or Australia, although furnished rentals in popular areas can surprise you. See our Goa estimate.

🪔 Culture You Live In

Festivals, temples, markets and crafts are part of everyday life. Kids learn a lot just by being there.

🗺️ Huge Variety

Beaches, mountains, cities and backwaters are all within a domestic flight of each other.

🚆 Trains and Domestic Flights

Domestic airlines connect the major cities, and long-distance trains are an adventure in themselves.

Family Accommodation in India

Options range from beach villas in Goa and heritage homes in Fort Kochi to riverside guesthouses in Rishikesh and gated apartments in Bangalore. Prices vary hugely by season, location and how you book, so we haven’t listed rents for every region.

For Goa, our cost section shows the gap between local long-let averages and furnished short stays in season. Understanding that gap is the key to a realistic budget.

Tips for Finding a Place

• Book early for Goa’s dry season. Family houses with reliable internet go first.
• Start short. Book a week or two online, then look in person for longer deals.
• Test the internet. Ask for a speed test video and check for power backup.
• Check for air conditioning in the bedrooms, especially with a toddler.
• Expect a deposit for longer rentals, and get the terms in writing.

👉 More in our guide to accommodation for digital nomad families.

Working Remotely in India

Before the practical side, one important point: remote work isn’t a listed purpose of the e-Tourist visa. Read our visa section before planning work around India.

Practically, mobile data from Jio and Airtel is cheap and widely available, and fibre broadband is common in cities. Power cuts still happen in some areas, so power backup matters.

By Region

• Goa: the widest choice of coworking spaces and laptop-friendly cafés outside the big cities, mainly in North Goa.
• Kerala: options in Kochi and Trivandrum. Rural stays need a solid mobile backup.
• Rishikesh: mostly guesthouse Wi-Fi and cafés, so a good local SIM is essential.
• Jaipur: a smaller coworking scene, mainly in the newer parts of the city.
• Bangalore: one of India’s biggest coworking markets, including WeWork and several large Indian chains.

With two working parents or online school, internet can’t be an afterthought. Our internet guide for nomad families covers SIMs, eSIMs and backup plans.

👉 More in our guide to remote work for digital nomad parents.

Schools, Childcare and Homeschooling

Local and International Schools

Indian government schools often teach in regional languages, which makes them impractical for most short-stay families. English-medium private schools following the CBSE or ICSE boards are common in cities.

International schools teaching the IB, Cambridge or American curricula are concentrated in big cities such as Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai. Goa and Kerala have far fewer. Fees vary widely, so contact schools directly for current figures.

International Schools in Bangalore

These schools come up often for international families. Check each school’s website for curriculum, admissions and fees.

• Indus International School: IB
• The International School Bangalore (TISB): Cambridge and IB, day and boarding
• Canadian International School (CIS): IB
• Oakridge International School: IB, preschool to Grade 12
• JAIN International Residential School (JIRS): CBSE, IGCSE and IB, boarding

Our international schools directory doesn’t cover India yet, but it explains what to check before you enrol.

Childcare and Preschool

Preschools are common in Indian cities, and international-style options are easiest to find in Bangalore, Kochi and Goa. Many expat families also hire a nanny, usually through recommendations, so check references carefully.

Homeschooling and Worldschooling

Homeschooling isn’t banned in India. During a 2012 Delhi High Court case, the national education ministry stated that the Right to Education Act doesn’t prevent homeschooling. There’s no clear registration system either.

For families visiting on a tourist visa, your home country’s rules usually matter more. Dutch families, for example, need to deregister properly before leaving: our unschooling guide explains how we did it. Check the rules for your passport in our worldschooling legal guide.

For the day-to-day side, see how we fit learning into travel in our homeschooling while travelling guide. Our list of online homeschool programs sorts over 90 options by subject and age.

Goa has India’s most visible community of travelling families. Our worldschooling hubs directory and our guide to worldschooling are good places to start.

👉 More in our guide to education and childcare for digital nomad families.

Health and Safety in India

Healthcare

Large private hospital groups, including Apollo, Fortis and Manipal, operate in major Indian cities. Private care in cities is generally good and cheaper than in Europe or Australia. Public hospitals vary a lot and can be hard to navigate without local help.

Travel health insurance is essential. Choose a policy that includes medical evacuation, especially if you’ll spend time outside the big cities. Our health insurance guide for nomad families compares the options.

Vaccinations

India only requires a yellow fever certificate if you arrive within six days of leaving a country where yellow fever is present. Other vaccines are recommended rather than required, so see a travel medicine clinic six to eight weeks before you go.

• Routine vaccines: make sure everyone is up to date, including measles (MMR). CDC advises an early MMR dose for babies aged 6 to 11 months who travel internationally.
• Hepatitis A and typhoid: commonly recommended for India.
• Japanese encephalitis: may be recommended for longer stays or time in rural areas.
• Rabies: rabies is present in dogs across India, and children are more likely to be bitten or scratched. Treatment after a bite can be hard to get in some places, so ask your clinic about vaccinating before you go.
• Malaria: risk varies by region and season. Ask your clinic whether you need tablets.

Our travel vaccinations guide for families explains how we plan ours.

Food, Water and Everyday Wellness

Stomach bugs are common in the first weeks. Stick to freshly cooked food, drink bottled or filtered water, and pack oral rehydration salts. That’s one reason we’d keep the first week gentle, especially with Leo.

On the brighter side, yoga classes and Ayurvedic treatments are easy to find, particularly in Kerala and Rishikesh.

👉 More in our guide to health and wellness for digital nomad families.

Things to Do With Kids in India

In and Around Goa

Visit a spice farm near Ponda, the Portuguese-era churches of Old Goa and the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary near Mollem. Dolphin-spotting boat trips run from Palolem. The Friday market in Mapusa and the Anjuna flea market are fun ways to spend a morning.

Kerala

A backwater houseboat trip from Alleppey is a classic. Periyar is known for elephants, although tigers are rarely seen. The tea hills of Munnar and a Kathakali dance performance in Fort Kochi suit older kids.

Around Rishikesh

Rafting on the Ganges is the big draw, but minimum ages vary by operator and river grade, so check before you book. Waterfall walks and temple visits suit younger kids.

Around Jaipur

Amber Fort, the City Palace, Jal Mahal and Jantar Mantar are easy outings. For the desert, Pushkar is a few hours away, while Jaisalmer is a multi-day trip. If you’re considering elephant experiences, research the ethics carefully first.

Weekends From Bangalore

Coorg (coffee and forests), Mysore (palaces and markets) and Chikmagalur (coffee estates) all make easy weekend escapes.

Travelling by Train

Long-distance trains are one of India’s great experiences. Book through the IRCTC website or app, choose AC 2-tier or AC 3-tier with kids, and allow extra time. For timing trips around the monsoon, see our month-by-month guide.

What Could India Cost a Family?

We haven’t lived in India, so this is an estimate, not our spending. We priced Goa only, because that’s where we’d start.

What we assumed: a family of four (two adults, a nine-year-old and a toddler) in North Goa, around Assagao or Siolim. We’d rent a furnished two- or three-bedroom house with air conditioning and fibre internet, stay one to three months in the dry season, cook at home most nights and eat out a few times a week.

Where the numbers come from:

• Rent (estimate): Numbeo’s local averages for a three-bedroom place are about ₹38,700 to ₹49,800 (€350 to €450), but that’s for long local leases. Furnished short stays in season cost much more. Holiday listings we saw for a two-bedroom villa with fibre started around US$60 a night in November, before monthly discounts.
• Everyday costs (crowdsourced average): Numbeo’s family-of-four estimate excluding rent is ₹105,240, based on a small number of Goa contributors. It covers food, utilities, household items, local transport and eating out.
• Transport, data and coworking (our rough allowance, not priced yet): there’s no Uber or Ola in Goa, so taxis can cost more than you’d expect.

Not included: flights, visas, health insurance, school fees and bigger trips around India. Exchange rates checked 29-09-2026: €1 is about ₹110 and A$1.62.

We haven’t priced Kerala, Rishikesh, Jaipur or Bangalore yet. India isn’t in our cost comparison of 50 destinations either, but it’s on our list.

👉 More in our guide to budgeting for digital nomad families.

India Visas for Families in 2026

The short version: there’s no nomad visa, but the e-Tourist visa is far easier than the paper process that tripped us up 12 years ago. Everything happens online, and no passports go in the post. Rules checked 29-09-2026.

Your e-Tourist Visa Options

None of the e-Tourist visas can be extended or converted into another visa type. That matters if your plans change once you’re there.

Can You Work Remotely on a Tourist Visa?

This is the question most guides skip. The e-Tourist visa is for tourism, visiting friends, yoga and short courses, and similar short-term purposes. Remote work for an overseas employer isn’t on that list, and the government states e-Visas aren’t for employment.

Plenty of travellers check emails on holiday. Running a full-time remote job from a rented villa for months is a different thing, so get advice before you plan India around your work.

Applying for Kids

Every family member needs their own application, including babies. Each child also needs their own passport, valid for at least six months from arrival. For a family of four, that’s four applications and four fees.

Before You Fly

• Apply only on the official portal, indianvisaonline.gov.in, at least four days before arrival. Copycat sites charge extra.
• Fees depend on your nationality, and card payments add a 3% bank charge. Check the current fee on the portal.
• You’ll need an onward or return ticket and enough money for your stay. No income threshold is published.
• e-Visa holders must arrive through designated airports and seaports. Both Goa airports (Dabolim and Mopa) are on the list.
• There’s now an online e-Arrival card to complete within 72 hours before landing. It isn’t a visa, just arrival information.

Staying Longer Than 180 Days

The e-Tourist visa caps your time at 180 days a year. Longer stays need a different visa category, applied for through an Indian embassy or consulate. Rules and eligibility vary, so check with the mission that covers your passport well ahead of time.

A Quick Note on Tax

Spending a long time in India can raise tax residency questions. India’s financial year runs from April to March, and time spent there counts. If you’re planning a long stay, talk to a tax adviser who knows both India and your home country.

👉 More in our guides to digital nomad visas by country, staying longer without a nomad visa and visas for digital nomad families.

Finding Community in India

Goa has India’s most visible community of nomad families, especially from November to March. Bangalore has a large expat population, and Kochi and Varkala draw long-stay travellers too.

Facebook groups for expats and nomads in Goa and Bangalore are the usual starting point. Group names change often, so search for the region plus “expats”, “nomads” or “families”, and check how recently people have posted.

InterNations runs events for expats in Bangalore. For travelling families specifically, try our worldschooling hubs directory.

Worried your kids won’t make friends? We share what’s worked for Louie in our guide to helping travelling kids make friends.

Practical Tips Before You Go

📝 Fill in the e-Arrival Card

Complete India’s online e-Arrival card within 72 hours before landing, for every family member. It’s quick, but easy to forget with kids in tow.

📱 Plan Your First Few Days of Data

Jio and Airtel are the main mobile networks. Buying a local SIM as a foreigner means showing your passport and visa, and activation can take a little time. An eSIM gives you a backup for the first days.

💉 See a Travel Clinic Early

Book six to eight weeks before you leave. Some vaccines, including rabies, need several doses.

🌧 Plan Around the Monsoon

From about June to September, heavy rain hits much of India, including Goa and Kerala. Some businesses close and travel gets harder. Most families aim for October to March.

✈️ Book Domestic Flights Ahead

IndiGo and the Air India group cover most domestic routes. Fares tend to rise closer to the travel date, so book ahead where you can.

🍌 Eat Fresh

Choose busy places with freshly cooked food, especially in the first weeks. Drink filtered or bottled water until your stomachs adjust.

🚕 Plan Transport in Goa Differently

Uber and Ola don’t operate in Goa. The state-backed GoaMiles app and local taxi stands fill the gap, and fares are often higher than elsewhere in India. Many long-stay families rent a scooter or hire a car with a driver instead, but check licence and insurance rules first. Ride apps do work in cities like Bangalore, Jaipur and Kochi. Our travel apps guide covers the apps we use elsewhere.

👨‍👩‍👧 Prepare the Kids

Talk about temples, modest dress, taking shoes off and the attention kids often get. Knowing what to expect makes busy days easier for everyone.

🔋 Pack Adapters

India uses Type C, D and M plugs. Bring adapters for every device and a power bank for long days out.

Culture, Festivals and Travelling Responsibly

Culture isn’t a backdrop in India. It’s the whole experience, and kids are right in the middle of it.

Cultural Respect

Dress modestly at temples and religious sites, and take your shoes off when asked. Ask before photographing people, especially in villages. A few words of the local language go a long way: Konkani in Goa, Malayalam in Kerala, and Hindi in Rishikesh and Jaipur.

Festivals

Diwali, Holi, Onam in Kerala and the Goa Carnival are big, colourful moments for kids. Dates follow the lunar calendar and change every year, so check before you plan a stay around one.

Travelling Responsibly

Tourism puts real pressure on places like Goa. Spending at locally owned guesthouses, restaurants and markets, and cutting down on plastic, makes a difference.

👉 More in our guide to travelling sustainably as a family.

The Honest Challenges of India With Kids

Visa Limits

Without a nomad visa, your time is capped at 180 days a year on an e-Tourist visa, and each visit is limited too. Remote work isn’t a listed purpose. For families wanting a long-term base, that’s the biggest barrier.

The Busyness, Especially With a Toddler

This is the one I think about most. The noise and crowds are part of why we want to go, but Leo is two. Busy markets, heavy traffic, constant horns and heat can overwhelm a toddler fast, and a tired toddler overwhelms everyone else.

Our plan would be to base ourselves somewhere quiet, keep big outings to the mornings, and use a carrier instead of a pram in crowded places. Goa’s slower pace is a big part of why we’d start there, rather than in a big city.

Heat and the Monsoon

Outside the cooler months, much of India is very hot, and the monsoon brings heavy rain from about June to September. Families with young children need to time their stays carefully and make sure bedrooms have air conditioning.

Air Quality

Northern cities, including Delhi and Jaipur, can have very poor air in winter. Coastal areas like Goa and Kerala are usually better. Check live air quality data for your chosen area, especially with little ones or anyone with asthma.

Uneven Infrastructure

Bangalore and the busier parts of Goa have the most reliable internet, power and transport. Rishikesh and rural Kerala need more flexibility. Power cuts happen in some areas, so check internet and backup power before you commit to a rental.

Healthcare Outside the Cities

Private hospitals in the cities are good, but rural areas and small towns have limited care. Make sure your insurance covers medical evacuation.

Adjusting

Noise, traffic, paperwork and sensory overload all take time to get used to. Give yourselves two to three weeks before judging whether India works for your family.

Is India Right for Your Family?

India suits families who are curious, flexible and happy to learn as they go. It isn’t the easiest nomad destination, and it doesn’t pretend to be.

If you love food, culture and value for money, and you can cope with noise and some chaos, it’s worth a serious look. If you need simple visas, predictable infrastructure or a gentle first stop, start somewhere easier. Thailand or Sri Lanka could be good warm-ups, and our Asia destinations guide compares more options.

India with Kids: FAQs

Does India have a digital nomad visa?

No. Most nomad families use the e-Tourist visa, which comes in 30-day, one-year and five-year versions.

How long can our family stay on an e-Tourist visa?

Up to 180 days in a calendar year on the one-year or five-year visa. Each visit can last up to 90 days for Australian, Dutch and most other passports, or 180 days for UK, US, Canadian and Japanese passports.

Can we work remotely in India on a tourist visa?

Remote work isn’t a listed purpose of the e-Tourist visa, and e-Visas aren’t for employment. Get advice before relying on India as a work base.

Do children need their own Indian e-Visa?

Yes. Every child needs their own application and their own passport, valid for at least six months from arrival.

How much does it cost for a family to live in Goa?

Our rough estimate for a family of four in North Goa is €1,550 to €2,800 a month (A$2,500 to A$4,550), before flights, insurance and school fees. Rent makes the biggest difference.

When is the best time for families to go to Goa?

The dry season, roughly November to March. The monsoon runs from about June to September, when heavy rain closes some businesses.

Can you use Uber in Goa?

No. Uber and Ola don’t operate in Goa. Families use GoaMiles, local taxis, scooters or a car with a driver.

Is homeschooling legal in India?

It isn’t banned, and there’s no clear registration system. For visiting families, the rules of your home country usually matter more.

Our Turn Is Coming

Twelve years ago, India slipped through our fingers because of a visa. Today it’s an online form and a few days’ wait. No passports in the post.

Thailand comes first this Christmas. After that, we’ll see. But I can already picture it: Louie comparing every shahi paneer he tries with the one he knows, Leo wearing most of his, and Marty and me finally watching a Goa sunset after twelve years of waiting. 🌅

It won’t be easy. India will be loud, hot, crowded and sometimes exhausting. That’s part of why we want to go.