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Goa Tourism proudly concluded its participation at TTF Kolkata 2025 by receiving the esteemed ‘Best Destination for Regenerative Tourism’ award, recognising its innovative and forward-looking approach to sustainable travel. The award was accepted on behalf of Goa Tourism by Dhiraj Wagle, Deputy Director of Tourism; Akshay Govenkar, Marketing Manager of GTDC; and Kapil Nadkarni, UDC, Department of Tourism, who led the state’s delegation and engaged in fruitful discussions with fellow tourism boards, travel agencies, and hospitality leaders to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing.
The event, held from July 10 to 12, at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan, saw a vibrant presence at the Goa Tourism stall. Industry professionals, travel enthusiasts, and fellow state representatives visited in large numbers, engaging deeply with Goa’s offerings and generating numerous enquiries about travel packages and the latest tourism initiatives.
A key highlight was the strong interest in Goa’s regenerative tourism approach, with many visitors eager to understand its meaning and how it extends beyond sustainability to actively restore and empower the environment and communities. Popular initiatives included ‘Goa Beyond Beaches’, exploring the hinterland trails, the spiritually enriching Ekadasha Teertha circuit, and the ‘Glow On Arrival’ campaign promoting Goa as a rejuvenating monsoon destination.
Visitors also availed themselves of spot booking facilities in collaboration with local hoteliers and tour operators. The pavilion’s immersive VR experiences, digital QR trails, and cultural storytelling further enhanced engagement and showcased Goa’s diverse offerings.
Goa Tourism extends its gratitude to all visitors, stakeholders, and collaborators for contributing to the success of the pavilion at TTF Kolkata 2025. The department looks forward to welcoming travellers to explore the many facets of Goa, where every journey contributes to something greater.
