Travel

Goa Deepens Engagement with Russian Travellers as Delegation Visits Paryatan Bhavan


The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, welcomed a 37-member delegation from Russia at Paryatan Bhavan, reinforcing the State’s longstanding relationship with the Russian travel market.

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Goa Tourism Welcomes First UK Charter Arrivals for Winter 2025–26 Season


Goa Tourism officially kicked off its Winter 2025–26 charter season with the arrival of TUI Airways flights from Manchester and London Gatwick to Manohar International Airport (Mopa). The development enhances Goa’s global connectivity and marks a strong start to international tourism for the season.

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GTDC Announces Special Tour for Tripurari Poornima Boat Festival 2025 at Sankhali


The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), in association with the Departments of Tourism, Art and Culture, and Information and Publicity, has announced a special tour for the Tripurari Poornima Boat Festival on 5th November 2025 at Vithalapur, Sankhali. The festival celebrates Goa’s rich cultural traditions with a moonlit boat show on the River Valvanti.

Events in Goa

Goa Deepotsav 2025 Lights Up Porvorim, Saligao, and Mapusa with Cultural Splendour


The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, hosted Goa Deepotsav 2025, a vibrant two-day celebration that brought festive joy to Porvorim, Saligao, and Mapusa. With competitions, music, and cultural performances, the event celebrated Diwali through community participation and Goa’s rich traditions.

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Goa’s Homestay and B&B Scheme Sets a National Benchmark, Inspires Delhi’s Revival of B&B Model


Goa’s innovative Homestay and Bed & Breakfast Scheme by the Department of Tourism has emerged as a model for community-based tourism in India. With fiscal incentives, simplified registration, and focus on local empowerment, the scheme’s success has inspired Delhi to revive its own B&B initiative based on Goa’s framework.