{"id":4492,"date":"2025-08-11T22:43:35","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T22:43:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/11\/goa-wins-best-destination-for-regenerative-tourism-at-ttf-kolkata-2025\/"},"modified":"2025-08-11T22:43:35","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T22:43:35","slug":"goa-wins-best-destination-for-regenerative-tourism-at-ttf-kolkata-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/11\/goa-wins-best-destination-for-regenerative-tourism-at-ttf-kolkata-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Goa wins &#8216;Best Destination for Regenerative Tourism&#8217; at TTF Kolkata 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>Goa has been awarded the title of &#8216;Best Destination for Regenerative Tourism&#8217; at the Travel and Tourism Fair (TTF) 2025 held in Kolkata, recognising the coastal state&#8217;s forward-thinking approach to responsible travel. The event, hosted at the Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan from July 10 to 12 and was attended by leading tourism stakeholders from across the country.<\/p>\n<p>A spokesperson from Goa&#8217;s Department of Tourism confirmed the accolade, highlighting the response to the state&#8217;s presence at the fair. &#8220;The Goa Tourism stall saw remarkable footfalls. A steady stream of trade visitors, industry leaders, travel enthusiasts, and representatives engaged deeply with the offerings presented, resulting in a significant number of inquiries about travel packages and Goa&#8217;s latest tourism initiatives,\u201d the official said.<\/p>\n<p>The award acknowledged Goa&#8217;s evolving tourism model, which focuses on community engagement, cultural preservation, and environmental restoration. &#8220;Goa got Best Destination for Regenerative Tourism Award in recognition of its evolving and future-forward approach to tourism,&#8221; the spokesperson added.<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Also read |<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/travel\/destinations\/goa-charts-new-tourism-roadmap-with-focus-on-mice-spirituality-sports-and-wellness-19635757.htm\">Goa charts new tourism roadmap with focus on MICE, spirituality, sports and wellness<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Kedar Naik, Director of Tourism, highlighted the growing interest in sustainable travel: &#8220;We had engaging discussions with both trade and general visitors who showed genuine curiosity about Goa&#8217;s lesser-known offerings. It was encouraging to see the resonance of regenerative tourism principles and the willingness to explore Goa beyond its coastline.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Deputy Director of Tourism, Dhiraj Wagle, said the honour showcases the state&#8217;s commitment to inclusive and sustainable experiences. &#8220;Our participation at TTF Kolkata 2025 reflects how Goa is positioning itself not just as a destination, but as a way of life built on harmony between people, culture and nature. The highlight of the pavilion was the strong interest shown by visitors in Goa&#8217;s Regenerative Tourism approach.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Wagle explained that many attendees were eager to understand the concept of regenerative tourism, which extends beyond sustainability to actively \u201crestore, revive, and empower the environment and local communities.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Among the standout initiatives that captivated visitors were the &#8216;Goa Beyond Beaches&#8217; campaign, showcasing the state&#8217;s unexplored hinterland; the spiritually immersive Ekadasha Teertha circuit; and the monsoon-themed &#8216;Glow On Arrival&#8217; campaign, promoting Goa as a rejuvenating destination during the rainy season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"jsx-59014f905e7c97e3 content-info\">\n<p><span class=\"jsx-59014f905e7c97e3\">(Edited by : <!-- -->Jerome Anthony<!-- -->)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbctv18.com\/travel\/destinations\/goa-wins-best-destination-for-regenerative-tourism-at-ttf-kolkata-2025-19636285.htm\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Goa has been awarded the title of &#8216;Best Destination for Regenerative Tourism&#8217; at the Travel and Tourism Fair (TTF) 2025 held in Kolkata, recognising the coastal state&#8217;s forward-thinking approach to responsible travel. 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