Tag: Goa Tourism
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Poor roads, high prices, garbage hit Goa tourism: Study
"Top reasons for the decline of tourism in the state in recent years were safety, roads, and garbage; while other reasons were high prices, theft, food, etc," the study states describing the reasons as "major concerns leading to negative sentiments" about tourism in Goa.
January 22, 2021 -
Goa Minister blames high price of onion for dip in tourists footfall
Over the last few weeks, the onion prices shot up in Goa too. On Friday it was touching Rs 170 per kg in the retail markets.
December 7, 2019 -
Goa taxis on strike, demand shutdown of app-based service ‘GoaMiles’
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant urged the taxi operators to return to work even after government pressed additional state transport corporation buses for tourists at the airport, railway station and bus stands.
August 2, 2019 -
Stay away from sea till Sunday: Goa Tourism to tourists
Alarmed by the rise in sea water levels on Goa’s beaches on account of cyclone Titli as well as lunar influences, the Tourism Department on Thursday advised tourists not to venture into the sea till Sunday. In a statement issued here, the tourism authorities have also asked operators of beach shacks to take adequate precautions …
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October 11, 2018 -
Goa Tourism to start app based taxi service from July
In a bid to curb taxi drivers from fleecing passengers and promote easy facilitation of taxi services in the state, Goa Tourism will launch the state’s first app-based taxi service ‘GOAMILES’ next month, Goa Tourism Development Corp Chairperson Nilesh Cabral said on Tuesday. “We are launching a public information campaign to reach out to one …
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June 26, 2018 -
Goa now a popular tourist destination in monsoon too
There was a 60% rise in the number of visitors to the coastal state during the rainy season last year
March 18, 2018 -
Strike balance between environment, development: Manohar Parrikar
Stressing the importance of striking a balance between development and environment, Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar on Friday said he once told environmentalists to give up travelling in cars, if they wanted mine to be completely stopped in the state. “There has to be a balance between activism and development. Few fellows came to me …
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September 8, 2017 -
Goa may ban ‘drunken swimming’ off its beaches: Minister
The Goa government is mulling a law to ban “drunken swimming” off its beaches, state Tourism Minister Manohar Ajgaonkar said on Thursday. “I will seriously take up the issue with Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar to enact a law that will act as a strong deterrent against those venturing into the sea for swimming while under …
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September 7, 2017 -
Chill at Goa Carnival 2017
Serene beaches, picturesque landscapes, bright sun and chill vibe all around makes Goa a place to be. Goa is one of the most happening places of all time. The natives know how to live life to the fullest. Basking in the sun during the day and partying hard in the night, everything at its best …
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February 25, 2017 -
Chill at Goa Carnival 2017
Serene beaches, picturesque landscapes, bright sun and chill vibe all around makes Goa a place to be. Goa is one of the most happening places of all time. The natives know how to live life to the fullest. Basking in the sun during the day and partying hard in the night, everything at its best …
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February 25, 2017 -
Beyond the beaches, when in Panjim
Tranquil, breezy sea sides, golden grains of sand embracing the sea water, and the golden setting sun drawing the day to the beginning of party time to the sound of swaying palm leaves and local music! That is Goa! Goa is not just about beautiful beaches and exotic sea food, but also about the Portuguese …
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February 24, 2017