Tara & Rohan

we're getting married by the sea

Tara & Rohan

– Casa Mareia, Ashwem Beach, North Goa

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until the sunset vows

RSVP by 1 December See the 3 days

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Sand between the toes, salt in the hair

Tara grew up spending every December at her grandmother's house in Mapusa; Rohan learnt to swim on a Goa holiday when he was nine. So when we decided to get married, there was only one place to do it. Three slow days, one sunset, and all of you.

  • 3days of celebrations
  • 6:15pm sunset on the 16th
  • 0shoes at the ceremony

the plan

Three days on Ashwem Beach

Day 1

Friday, 15 January

Hello, Goa

  1. 12:30 pm
    Welcome lunchA Goan thali and kokum coolers on the pool deck.
  2. 4:30 pm
    Haldi on the lawnsTurmeric, marigolds and a water-balloon finale.
  3. 7:30 pm
    SundownerA Konkani band at the beach shack, feet in the sand.

Wear Yellows and whites in breezy cotton.

Day 2

Saturday, 16 January

The wedding

  1. 11:00 am
    Mehendi brunchHenna and hammocks under the coconut palms.
  2. 4:30 pm
    Vows on the sandA barefoot ceremony that ends just as the sun sets.
  3. 7:30 pm
    Dinner by the seaLong tables, lanterns and a seafood and vegetarian spread.
  4. 9:30 pm
    DancingUntil the neighbours complain, or 1 am, whichever is first.

Wear Coral, sea-green or sand. Festive but light; flat sandals.

Day 3

Sunday, 17 January

Slow Sunday

  1. 10:00 am
    Recovery brunchPoi, bhaji and very strong coffee.
  2. 12:00 pm
    Boat rideAn optional hour along the coast. Dolphins not guaranteed.
  3. 3:00 pm
    GoodbyesShuttles to Mopa airport and Thivim station every hour.

Wear Whatever is left in your suitcase.

the travel guide

Getting here & staying over

Flights to Goa

Mopa (GOX)
Manohar International, North Goa. About 40 minutes to Ashwem. Fly here if you can.
Dabolim (GOI)
South of Panaji. Allow 1 hour 45 minutes to Ashwem by road.

Direct flights run from Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi and Hyderabad. By rail, Thivim station on the Konkan line is about 40 minutes away. Send us your arrival time and our shuttle will meet you.

Where to stay

  • Casa MareiaThe wedding resort, on the beach. Held for family.
    Hosted
  • Morjim Palm CottagesMud-and-thatch huts, 1.5 km north.
    ₹4,500
  • Villa Coqueiro, MandremSleeps 8, with a pool. Ideal for a group.
    ₹18,000

Rates are per night, held until 15 November 2026. Mention "Tara & Rohan" when you book.

January weather

  • 31°day
  • 21°night
  • 27°sea
  • 0rain days, usually

Sunny, dry and breezy in the evenings. The sun is strong from 11 am to 3 pm, so plan pool time around it.

What to pack

Tick things off as you pack.

good questions

Things you might wonder

Is the ceremony really barefoot?

Yes. There will be a basket for your shoes at the edge of the sand and a foot-rinse station on the way back to dinner.

Can we swim at Ashwem?

The sea is calm in January and lifeguards are on duty during the day. Please swim between the flags and not after dark.

Are children welcome?

Absolutely. There is a sandcastle corner during the haldi and a babysitter on call at the resort for the wedding evening.

What will we eat?

Goan seafood, of course, alongside a full vegetarian menu at every meal. Tell us about allergies or Jain food in your RSVP.

Do I need cash?

Most shacks and shops take UPI, but keep some cash for scooters and the odd stall. The nearest ATMs are in Mandrem.

What if it rains?

January is reliably dry. If the weather surprises us, everything moves to the covered deck by the pool.

say you'll come

RSVP by 1 December 2026

Fill this in and WhatsApp opens with your reply ready to send. We will confirm your room and shuttle on the same chat.

Prefer to call? +91 98765 43210

Which days can you make?