Margao, July 19 -- Goa witnessed an extraordinary rise in tourist arrivals in the first six months of 2025, with over 54.55 lakh visitors flocking to the coastal state, including 2.71 lakh international tourists.

Goa's tourism graph has scaled remarkable heights in the first half of 2025, registering a record-breaking surge in both domestic and international arrivals.

According to the Department of Tourism, the state welcomed an unprecedented number of visitors between January and June, reinforcing its status as one of India's most preferred and evolving travel destinations.

Preliminary data revealed that tourist footfalls have reached historic levels, with notable increases across all categories, solo travellers, families, FITs, and g...