Goa Tourism Wins Excellence Award for ‘Goa Beyond Beaches’ Campaign at TTF Ahmedabad 2025
Panjim, 4th August 2025 – The Department of Tourism, Government of Goa, concluded its participation at the Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) Ahmedabad 2025 on a high note, receiving the Excellence Award for the Special Campaign on ‘Goa Beyond Beaches’. The recognition was presented at the Mahatma Mandir Convention & Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar, where the event was held from 31st July to 2nd August 2025.
Led by Shri Pravinkumar Faldessai, Senior Manager, GTDC, along with Smt. Concy Pereira, Asst. Tourism Officer, and Smt. Isabelinda Vaz, Information Assistant, the Goa delegation engaged extensively with travel agents, tour operators, and media partners throughout the three-day event.
Shri Rohan A. Khaunte, Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Government of Goa, said “This award is a testament to Goa’s efforts in moving beyond conventional tourism narratives. Through the ‘Goa Beyond Beaches’ campaign, we are promoting a regenerative approach that places our communities, ecology, and cultural heritage at the heart of tourism development. Our vision is to build a tourism ecosystem that is future-forward, resilient, and beneficial to every Goan.”
Commenting on the achievement, Shri Kedar Naik, Director of Tourism, Government of Goa, said “We are honoured to receive this recognition at TTF Ahmedabad 2025. The ‘Goa Beyond Beaches’ campaign is part of our mission to create a more inclusive, responsible, and diversified tourism experience. This award validates our ongoing efforts to make Goa a 12-month destination anchored in sustainability, culture, and community participation.”
This accolade reflects Goa Tourism’s strategic efforts to reposition the state as a destination that offers more than just sun and sand. The award celebrates the Department’s continued commitment to regenerative tourism, highlighting experiences that span heritage, hinterlands, culture, festivals, and community-led initiatives.
The Goa Pavilion drew significant attention for its immersive storytelling, featuring curated themes around wellness and Ayurveda, spiritual tourism, adventure and monsoon travel, and community-based rural experiences. The display also spotlighted Goa’s vibrant festival calendar, from Chikhal Kalo and Sao Joao to Shigmo, Spirit of Goa, and Carnaval, all of which are attracting experiential travellers from across India.
The Department’s presence at TTF Ahmedabad forms part of its broader outreach strategy to reinforce Goa’s position as a future-ready destination that blends tradition with innovation.
