Goa’s Hip New Move: Embracing Sustainable Living in 2024 and Beyond!

With several crises, most markedly global warming, arising due to pollution, reckless exploitation and wastage of resources, the need for sustainability is paramount. Renowned for its scenic beauty, warm hospitality and a plethora of other cultural positives, the beautiful coastal state of Goa presents the perfect location for sustainable living to emerge as a way […]

Goa’s First Total Ankle Replacement Surgery Transforms Patient’s Life

After suffering for 15 years due to an ankle fracture that led to arthritis from cartilage injury, a patient aged 45, a resident of Goa, underwent an innovative total ankle replacement surgery. The surgery, a first-of-its-kind in Goa, performed on February 23, is a milestone in orthopaedic care in the region, said Dr. Beat Hintermann, […]

Urrak Odyssey: Journeying through Goa’s Distillation Tradition

Urrak

In the sun-kissed lands of Goa, a time-honored tradition thrives, birthing a spirited elixir known as Urrak. Crafted by local artisans with care and expertise, Urrak emerges as a seasonal delight, its production spanning from mid-February to June. Derived from the distillation of cashew apples, this libation embodies the essence of Goa’s rich heritage. Urrak, […]

Unmissable Goan Festivals – 2024

Holi-Festivals

Festivals often bring people together to celebrate culture, traditions, and shared experiences. The idea of vibrant colors, delicious food, and the joyous atmosphere of people singing and dancing is also prominent. Festivals are a time for enjoyment, creating lasting memories, and fostering a sense of unity among participants. 1. The Holi Festival Holi, the exuberant […]

Aguad Interactive Museum: Unveiling Goa’s Heritage Odyssey

In the heart of Goa’s historical landscape stands the ‘Aguad Interactive Museum: Goa – The Land, The Struggle and The People ‘—the state’s latest museum, breaking ground with its fusion of digital storytelling and Goa’s rich heritage.  Housed in the repurposed cells of the centuries-old Aguad Port and Jail Complex, this cultural space offers an […]

Exquisite Offerings For The Season Of Love At IHCL, Goa

This season, romance takes centre stage across the iconic and enchanting properties of the Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), Goa’s foremost hospitality operator and a leader in the tourism sector. Embrace the celebration of love with a definitive guide of tailored indulgences —from candlelit dinners beneath the stars to rejuvenating spa treatments and an exclusive selection […]

IHCL Inks 300 Keys Ginger Hotel At Mopa, Goa

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Ginger hotel at Manohar International Airport (MOPA) in Goa. The 60-year sub-license agreement was signed between GMR Goa International Airport Limited (GGIAL) and Roots Corporation Limited (RCL), a wholly owned subsidiary of IHCL. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing […]

Goa Carnival 2024

Goa Carnival 2024

GOA CARNIVAL 2024 Nestled along the western coast of India, Goa is a destination synonymous with beaches, seafood, and vibrant nightlife. However, once a year, this serene paradise transforms into a bustling epicenter of celebration, marking the Goa Carnival. The Goa Carnival 2024, an embodiment of tradition, culture, and merriment, is set to dazzle locals […]

Ginger Goa, Panjim Receives Green Hotel Certification From WTTC

Ginger Goa, Panjim – a revolutionary concept in the lean luxurysegment from the Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has been awarded the Green Hotel Certification bythe esteemed World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). As a key stakeholder in Goa’s Tourism andHospitality Industry, IHCL strengthens its commitment towards sustainability and continues to leadenvironmental stewardship through conscious efforts […]

“Becoming Goan”: The Coming-Home Story of Michelle Bambawale

In her first attempt at writing a book, Michelle Mendonça Bambawale takes readers on an intimate journey through her life in her recently released “Becoming Goan”. The book talks about her life in Goa after she returned to the state and settled in her ancestral village of Siolim during the pandemic. It narrates her observations […]