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Goa Welcomes 4.6 Million Tourists Jan-May 2026
✍️ The Times Of India
🗓 21 Jun 2026, 05:31 AM
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Goa recorded an arrival of 46.3 lakh tourists between January and May 2026, with domestic visitors forming the vast majority. May saw a notable increase in tourist footfall.
Goa has experienced a significant influx of visitors during the first five months of 2026, with the state tourism department reporting a total of 46.3 lakh tourist arrivals between January and May. The majority of these were domestic tourists, numbering 44.4 lakh, while 2 lakh foreign nationals also visited the coastal state during this period.
The month of May alone witnessed a positive growth trend, with tourist arrivals increasing by 4.53% compared to previous periods. This surge in arrivals indicates a strong interest in Goa as a travel destination.
Looking ahead, the tourism department has announced plans to introduce special monsoon packages. These initiatives are aimed at attracting more visitors during the off-peak season and capitalizing on the unique appeal of Goa during the rainy months.
The month of May alone witnessed a positive growth trend, with tourist arrivals increasing by 4.53% compared to previous periods. This surge in arrivals indicates a strong interest in Goa as a travel destination.
Looking ahead, the tourism department has announced plans to introduce special monsoon packages. These initiatives are aimed at attracting more visitors during the off-peak season and capitalizing on the unique appeal of Goa during the rainy months.