1.05 What is moving to Goa really like? Separate the dream from reality with influencer Insia Lacewalla

Susegad Stories From Goa

Most of us have dreamed about moving to Goa at least once in our lives. We think of leaving crowded cities and stressful jobs behind and living a more relaxed lifestyle. But what does reality look like?

Insia moved from Mumbai to Goa during the pandemic. She shares the realities of adjusting to a quaint lifestyle after the hustle and bustle of city life. What are the biggest challenges she faced? Has this helped or harmed her career and personal life? What’s her opinion on the ongoing trend of everyone moving to Goa? How does this impact Goa’s heritage and environment? Tune in to find out!

Insia Lacewalla is the Founder of India With Insia, a curated platform for travel in India focusing on unique stays, regional cuisine and underground culture. She has built a community of like-minded travellers and homegrown brand enthusiasts. She did what many people dream of doing…leaving the hustle of the city and moving to sunny Susegad Goa.

Travel tip: On your next trip to Goa, unleash your inner water spirit and go surfing or quarry diving. It’s more popular than you might think!

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Hosted by Clyde D’Souza. He is a creative director who has worked in TV, print, and digital. His book Susegad: The Goan Art Of Contentment captures Goa through conversations, memories, stories, recipes and much more. He lives between Mumbai and Goa and lives the Susegad lifestyle every day! Follow him on Instagram @clydedsouzaauthor.

Produced by Aishwarya Javalgekar

Editing and soundtrack by Aditya Arya

Artwork by Artisto Designz

Brought to you by Bound, a company that helps you grow through stories. Follow us @boundindia on all social platforms for updates on this podcast or take a look at their other podcasts.

Hosted by Clyde D’Souza. He is a creative director who has worked in TV, print, and digital. His book Susegad: The Goan Art Of Contentment captures Goa through conversations, memories, stories, recipes and much more. He lives between Mumbai and Goa and lives the Susegad lifestyle every day! Follow him on Instagram @clydedsouzaauthor.