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KPMG and T&L to prepare Goa Tourism Master Plan

July 22, 2014: The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa has announced the appointment of a consortium of KPMG Advisory Services Pvt. Ltd. and Tourism & Leisure Advisory Services Sl. (T&L) to prepare a 25-year tourism master plan for Goa. Mr. Dilip Parulekar, Tourism Minister, Govt. of Goa, said “We are expecting best-in-class output from …

Goa Tourism to promote Coconut & Cashew Festival

~Aimed to promote two of the most important ingredients in Goa, the fest will take place from May 21 to 25, 2014 at Campal Grounds in Panjim   ~The event is positioned to be an annual property which will also showcase Goan lifestyle and culture   ~In its first edition, the event will include events …

Goa Tourism witnesses most successful edition of Goa International Travel Mart (GITM)

~The event recorded over 1,200 footfalls across two days. 100 international buyers from 28 countries and 250 hosted buyers from India were present at the event ~Around 8,000 appointments were successfully conducted for the travel-trade ~ Awards were conferred by Goa Tourism for the Best Designed Stalls. Winners included Maharashtra Tourism and Karnataka Tourism among …

Go beyond beaches this Valentine’s Day

Goa is a popular option among couples wanting to take a romantic break, indulge in some bird watching, take the plunge by scuba diving or sail down the river with GTDC’s special cruise   Panjim, February 11, 2014: According to recent a survey by a travel publication, Goa is the place that most Indians would like …

Goa welcomes one of the World’s biggest Cruise liner

Mumbai | May 24, 2013: One of the world’s biggest cruise liner the Royal Caribbean International ‘s “Mariner of the Seas”, arrived at Mormugao Port, Goa from Dubai on 24th May, 2013 and was greeted by the Deputy Chief Minister of Goa, Mr Francisco D’Souza . A traditional reception with Goan music and dance was …

Goa Tourism wins 3 Travel + Leisure India’s Best Award 2012

Named Best Party Destination, Honeymoon, Leisure Destination Mumbai, April 24, 2013: The continuous and determined effort of Goa Tourism to promote the state in India and abroad is reaping rewards. Goa Tourism has added feathers to its cap by winning three awards at ‘India’s Best Awards 2012’ announced by leading travel magazine announced by leading …

Goa Tourism to organize Heritage Festival from April 18–21, 2013

Mumbai, April 15, 2013: Department of Tourism, Government of Goa along with Goa Tourism Development Corporation will organize the Goa Heritage Festival at Saligao from April 18-21, 2013 that will showcase and promote the state’s rich and unique heritage. The festival coincides with World Heritage Day which also falls on April 18.  The venue of …