The meeting explored avenues to strengthen Goa’s international reach, enhance ease of travel for international tourists, and position the state as a key destination in the Asian tourism market.
The Goa Tourism delegation at ITB Asia 2024 engaged with dignitaries, offering insights into the vibrant and diverse tourism offerings of Goa, while highlighting key initiatives in regenerative tourism, hinterland experiences, and MICE and wedding tourism. The delegation was led by Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, Director of Tourism, along with Gavin Dias, General Manager, Marketing, GTDC, and Dhiraj Wagle, Deputy Director of Tourism.
Suneel Anchipaka, IAS, Director of Tourism, expressed, “We are committed to advancing Goa’s tourism by focusing on innovative approaches like regenerative tourism that prioritize sustainable growth and the preservation of our cultural and natural assets. The visit of esteemed dignitaries from the High Commission of India reaffirms the importance of promoting Goa as a premier global destination and further solidifies our efforts to engage with international stakeholders.”
As part of its initiatives to boost Goa’s tourism, the delegation held a significant meeting with GB Srithar, Head of Tourism Services at VFS Global. This strategic discussion centered on enhancing connectivity and paving the way for growth opportunities in Goa’s tourism sector. The meeting explored avenues to strengthen Goa’s international reach, enhance ease of travel for international tourists, and position the state as a key destination in the Asian tourism market.
Rohan A. Khaunte, Minister for Tourism, stated, “Our interactions and discussions, such as the meeting with VFS Global, are aimed at creating a seamless travel experience for international visitors and fostering partnerships that will lead to long-term growth. Goa’s diverse tourism offerings and innovative initiatives will continue to set new benchmarks for the industry, and we are excited to see these collaborations come to fruition.”
Goa Tourism also had G2G meetings with Usubaliev, Director at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, and Nazgul Akzholova, Chief Specialist of the Department of Tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic. During these discussions, Director of Tourism Suneel Anchipaka, Gavin Dias, Dhiraj Wagle along with Sheik Ismail, Senior Vice President of Concorde Exotic Voyages explored potential collaborations to boost inbound tourism between Goa and the Kyrgyz Republic. The meetings concluded on an optimistic note, with promising prospects for bilateral tourism initiatives.
