The Goa Tourism Department, in partnership with Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) India Chapter, is organizing its first-ever Roadshow across Europe. The roadshow will start on April 18th from Frankfurt, Zurich on April 20th, Vienna on April 24th, and will end in Paris on April 26th. Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, IT & EC and Printing & Stationery, Government of Goa, Shri Rohan Khaunte, will lead the roadshow together with Shri Sanjeev Ahuja IAS, Secretary Tourism, Shri Pravimal Abhishek IAS, Director of Tourism, and the industry partners (sellers) which comprise registered tour op ..read more

Goa Tourism actively participated in the international trade fair for travel and tourism, MITT Moscow 2023, a 3-day event from the 16th to the 18th of March. The Tourism Department had put up an innovative pavilion showcasing the Goan culture, rich heritage, local festivals, landscape beauty, and tourism offerings such as different water sports, adventure activities, helicopter tourism, eco-tourism, hinterlands, and much more. The pavilion was inaugurated by Gina Uika, Deputy Chief of Mission, Indian Embassy Moscow, and in the presence of respected dignitaries from the Department of Goa T ..read more

The 1st Tourism Working Group Meeting begins with a side event on ‘Rural Tourism for Community Empowerment and Poverty Alleviation Tourism provides a channel for promoting local products and services, empowering youth to become entrepreneurs; Employing women, and dis-advantaged communities: Shri G.K Reddy Major Highlights: The main event tomorrow will be graced by the Minister of Tourism, Culture and DONER Sh. G. Kishan Reddy; Union Minister Shri Parshottam Rupala, Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, and Chief Minister of Gujarat Sh. Bhupendra Bhai Patel. Travel and Tourism ..read more

IndiGo, India’s leading carrier, announced Nasik as its 77th domestic and 103rd overall station in the 6E network. The airline will operate the first direct flights between Nasik-Goa, Nasik-Ahmedabad and Nasik-Nagpur, effective March 15, 2023. Nasik will be the 7th destination on the 6E network in Maharashtra, increasing intra-state and inter-state accessibility. Vinay Malhotra, Head of Global Sales, IndiGo, said, “We are pleased to announce Nasik as our 77th destination in the 6E network. The new direct connections will enhance accessibility while promoting trade, tourism, and mobility. Nasik ..read more

The Goa Department of Tourism has a new helipad service and tourism helpline in Goa today. This comes as a delightful addition to the tourism avenues for the state. The helipad has been set up in Dauje, Ella, and Old Goa in partnership with Soaring Aerospace Private Limited, Goa Tourism. The company has proposals for helicopter services to motivate tourism in Goa. A 10-minute helicopter joyride setting forth a panoramic aerial view for the tourists, costing Rs. 8,000 inclusive of GST per person, is available for famous sightseeing such as Old Goa churches, Divar island, Chorao island, Atal Set ..read more

Lemon Tree Hotels announced its latest signing, Lemon Tree Hotel, Bharuch, Gujarat. The property is expected to be operational by June 2025 and shall be managed by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary and the management arm of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited. This property will feature 83 well-appointed rooms, a restaurant, a banquet, a gym and other public areas. Both Vadodara and Surat Airports are about 90 km from the property while the Railway Station is just 7 km. The property is connected by both public and private transport to all the major cities in India. Speaking on ..read more

Spree Hospitality group continues to expand its luxury footprint in Rajasthan, with the signing of Spree Jungle Vilas Resort, located in Sawai Madhopur, close to Ranthambore National Park and Ranthambore Fort, in the state of Rajasthan, which is set to be operational from 15th February 2023. The resort covers an area of 6.2 acres. With its natural beauty and abundant wild animals, Ranthambore is a wildlife lover’s paradise, especially known for its Bengal tigers. As part of EaseMyTrip, Spree Hospitality is known for its luxurious and elegant hotels, a place to live and unwind in a space that ..read more

Akasa Air will connect Varanasi-Bengaluru with two daily flights, strengthening its footprint in the state of Uttar Pradesh Akasa Air, India’s newest airline, today announced the addition of its 14th destination – Varanasi to its fast-growing network. The airline will operate non-stop daily flights between Varanasi and Bengaluru starting 18th February 2023 with a ramp-up of frequency on the route from 1st March 2023. Varanasi will also be connected to Goa by a daily flight via Bengaluru (with no change of aircraft required at Bengaluru) providing seamless one-stop connectivity between the two ..read more

New Delhi, 25th January 2023: Eco Glamp, a luxury retreat is thrilled to launch its Winter Fiesta 2023, for couples that enables a unique glamping experience in the breathtakingly luxurious Saklana Valley. From January to March, guests can stay in Eco Glamp’s luxurious geodesic domes and Himalayan Safari tents, surrounded by nature and far away from the hustle and bustle of city life. This is an opportunity like no other to fully immerse yourself in the natural environment and enjoy an unforgettable glamping experience at Eco Glamp. Guests can explore the nearby attractions, take part in outdo ..read more

India’s tourism industry contributed $178 billion, or about 5.8 per cent, to the country’s gross domestic product in 2021. This will more than double to $512 billion by 2028, according to Government data. The tourism sector provides about 137 million jobs. The industry has been noticing historic high demands of rates and occupancies with domestic travel witnessing a surge. Other than scenic beauty, Meghalaya, in the new year, has a bouquet of festivals lined up, that is sure to please all kinds of travelers. The Government of Meghalaya, under the leadership of CM Shri Conrad Sangma envisions t ..read more