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Goa has witnessed a 40% increase in cruise tourism, and a new terminal is coming soon. But there are more problems in the state that need to be solved to attract international tourists.
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Goa is developing a new cruise terminal at the Mormugao Port, a response to a 40% increase in cruise passengers during the 2024 fiscal year and a 15% increase in calls by cruise vessels.
The international and domestic terminal is expected to be completed by next March. It will have duty-free retail shops, with the international terminal featuring 24 immigration counters, 10 check-in counters, and a waiting lounge among other amenities. The domestic terminal will have 12 check-in counters and waiting lounges.
“This initiative will place Goa on the global map and enhance its brand image," said Ryan Prazeres, co-founder of Goa-based sightseeing travel agency OneBoard App. But Prazeres pointed to other challenges that Goa faces.
“It's essential to gather insights from cruise passengers as well, especially since there have been reports of harassment from tours and taxi operators. If these issues persist, quality int