Goa has begun 2026 on a steady footing, sustaining tourism volumes at near record levels despite increasing global pressures on travel. The State recorded approximately 28.5 lakh visitors between January and March, closely matching Q1 2025, the strongest first quarter in the state’s tourism history. A key driver this quarter was the continued expansion of Goa’s MICE ecosystem. India Energy...

Hilton announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Goa Calangute, marking the brand’s debut in Goa and introducing Hilton’s upscale brand in Goa. Developed in association with Kokra Resort & Spa Private Limited, the new hotel is located in North Goa, Calangute...

redBus platform recently released data indicating that bus bookings in Maharashtra & Goa are projected to rise by 42% during the Holi travel window. The analysis compares projected bookings between February 28 and March 8, 2026, with the corresponding period last year (March 8 to 16, 2025), pointing to a clear acceleration in homebound and leisure-led journeys, highlighting a rise in demand for fe

The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), a Government of Goa undertaking, organised the 1st Travel Agents Meet 2026, bringing together key stakeholders from the travel and tourism industry to strengthen collaboration and align strategies for promoting Goa as a diverse, experience-led destination...

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced the signing of two new Dolce by Wyndham properties in Goa and Udaipur, marking the brand’s entry into India and underscoring Wyndham’s continued expansion into the upscale leisure sector...

Goa is all set to celebrate Shigmo 2026, cultural festivals, showcasing its folk traditions through music, dance, and artistic expressions. A meeting to discuss the organisation of the Shigmo float parades across various centres in the State was chaired by Minister for Tourism Rohan A. Khaunte, in the presence of Director of Tourism Kedar Naik and Managing Director, Goa Tourism Development....

The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, remains committed to promoting quality tourism, diversifying source markets, strengthening infrastructure, and advancing its vision of Regenerative Tourism, ensuring balanced growth that benefits local communities, preserves the environment, and enhances visitor experiences.

The increasing interest from Polish tourists highlights Goa’s diverse tourism offerings, ranging from its renowned coastline and hinterland experiences to wellness, culture, cuisine, and nature-based tourism.

This signing reflects Brij’s continued focus on destinations that remain raw, aspirational, and largely undiscovered places that offer rare access to landscapes still untouched by mass tourism, while delivering understated luxury and meaningful experiences.

The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, remains committed to enhancing international connectivity, diversifying source markets, and positioning Goa as a year-round destination through focused and strategic tourism initiatives.