Hello, Jules here, the local Goa expert for Hippie In Heels. I have been living in Goa for nearly 6 years now and have spent a lot of time exploring all there is to see and do. If you haven’t had the chance to visit Assagao, below are all the reasons why that needs to change!  I would compare the sleepy village of Assagao to the famous towns of London and New York. Partly because of the soaring house prices, both rental and purchases but mainly because of the vibe. Assagao is probably one of the coolest areas in Goa. With a huge abundance of beautiful restaurants and shops, it is the dre ..read more

Looking for a new place to stay in Goa? Our local Goa expert, Jules, recently stayed at the very cool and very tropical Jamboree Creek in North Goa, Mandrem. Here’s what to expect if you want to stay!  Jules has started this Staycation Series to bring some love to businesses around the state. She’ll be taking some staycations in both North and South Goa to highlight the cool, quirky, and sometimes slightly secret options Goa is lucky to have. Travel still seems to be as confusing as ever and even as I write this blog nearly one whole year since the first staycation blog, we don ..read more

Hello, Jules here, the local Goa expert for Hippie In Heels. Most people find themselves in Goa over the weekend, so if you are unsure of where you should be spending your evenings, here is a little guide for you. I have been living in Goa for 5.5 years now and the nightlife has most definitely changed since I first arrived. It would be an understatement to say there has been an upgrade in the different and amount of options available. There used to be a few key clubs that tourists went to and some small bars and local spots in between but now Goa is full to the brim with all sorts from Salsa ..read more

As someone who has lived on the island for my entire life, I’m always giving people recommendations of places to visit on Oahu. After all, there’s so much more to the island than just the tourist hub of Waikiki! While on Oahu, you can learn about Hawaiian history at ‘Iolani Palace, watch pro surfers tackle massive waves at Banzai Pipeline, and even see a recreation of a famous Japanese temple! So whether you’re looking for adorable towns, hidden gems, historic landmarks, or beautiful beaches, here are 12 amazing places to visit on Oahu, Hawaii. 12 Amazing Places to Visit on Oahu, Hawaii 1. ‘I ..read more

Looking for some restaurants to try in NYC? Check out these incredible Black-owned options below! Home for me is all about the food, and I believe in the power of celebrating and supporting Black-owned restaurants year-round. I come from a huge family, so moving to Harlem in the middle of the pandemic in 2020 – and during the week when many protests started to pop up around the city – meant I wanted to find not only the best Black-owned restaurants in the city but also the best spots for comfort food. While I obviously couldn’t get the full NYC summer experience, I took advantage of ordering ..read more

Are you heading to Ladakh but not sure where to start? Check out this 11 day itinerary that will give you a good taste of the beauty Ladakh has to offer! Jules here, the local Goa expert finally taking a little trip outside of Goa and within the beautiful Mother India after what feels like over a year. India is full to the brim with culture, heritage, colours, sounds and absolute madness. There is so much to see and every state, village and corner seems to be different. After 5 years of wanting to make a trip to Ladakh, I finally did and wow!  Julley is how you say hello, goodbye, good ..read more

Looking for unique things to do in Charleston? Check out this guide below! Whether you live in Charleston or it’s your first time visiting the beautiful coastal city, there are tons of ways to pass the time. Charleston is one of the South’s many coastal cities where doing nothing but enjoying sitting on a porch with an ice-cold beverage in the sunshine is totally a worthwhile way to see the city. That’s certainly how my friends and I enjoy spending some time when I visit them in their beautiful hometown. Eventually, we head out to find a comfortable patio at a bar or restaurant to catch up as ..read more

Puerto Vallarta became one of the most popular tourist destinations in Mexico for one very good reason, the gorgeous beaches that ring the giant cove of Bahia de Banderas. There is a beach here for every personality, travel style, and mood. Even if you prefer less-touristy destinations, you can escape the city crowds in many of the tucked away beaches that are still within about 30 minutes of the city. Use this Puerto Vallarta beach guide to plan out your next trip to this vacation destination. The Best Beaches in Puerto Vallarta Playa el Salado In the north of the city in the resort distric ..read more

Looking for the best wineries in Willamette Valley, Oregon. Here’s a complete guide below! Oregon might be most known for its proximity to beautiful National forests and scenic waterfalls, but for wine enthusiasts Oregon’s reputation for Pinot Noir is on the same level. There are around 700 wineries in the Willamette Valley alone, which can be a little intimidating when you want to plan a wine tasting tour or you’re just passing through the area. I come from a family of avid wine tasters and my girlfriend is in the wine industry. Suffice to say, I drink a lot of wine! I still may not be able ..read more

Even once you’ve decided where to stay in Goa and that you’d prefer the more relaxing south over north, there are still quite a lot of beaches to choose from! With the help of our local expert, Jules, we’re going to look at the best ones to visit. Here we have this little guide to Palolem Beach, Goa! Buy our Insider Guide to Goa here I, Jules, only discovered this beach a few years ago and was pretty much sworn to secrecy about it. And here I am spilling the beans, being naughty but mainly wanting to help keep the very few businesses on Galgibaga alive! This is definitely the most peac ..read more