Tourist arrivals in Goa remained largely stable in January-March 2026, with total footfall at 28.50 lakh, nearly unchanged from 28.51 lakh last year. However, inbound travel took a sharp hit due to the West Asia crisis. Foreign tourist arrivals fell by 82.24 per cent to 31,082 in March, down from 56,644 in March 2025, reflecting a significant decline in international visitor confidence during the period.
Janice Alyosius is a travel and MICE journalist focusing on business travel, destination marketing, aviation and industry policy. She leads editorial content at MICEtalk and also writes for TravTalk, covering global trends, trade developments and key industry conversations. With regular reporting from tourism forums, conventions and on-ground industry events, her work blends news-led analysis with strong industry voices, offering clear context and relevance for travel trade professionals and decision-makers.