Goa Tourism Takes A Hit As Tourists Prefer Vietnam, Thailand | High Airfares, ‘Taxi Mafia’ To Blame?

[@subratasaha4544]

Goa has become very bad place for indian and foreign tourists. 1. Bad behaviour of locals. 2. No proper taxi or auto service. 3. No bus service anywhere. 4. Taxis demand money like anything. 5. The taxi rate by the government is very high. 6. Hotels are the biggest looters. They charge too much for bad stinky rooms 7. Clubbing is very expensive. 8. Most of the clubs loot the tourists by honeytrap then. 9. Food is too expensive anywhere. I paid 150/- in a small restaurant for 1 plate idli.

[@Babusodigambarhalornekar]

Lekin ap log kue ate ho? To 40, sal pahle goa kue ascha tha? Are bhai goa me 100, ka bi khana milta hai, 150/- 250/- 300/- ka bi khana milta hai. Are bhai jab ap pade likhe ho, pre paid taxi bi hai, local bus, kadamba bus bi hai. Apka niyat thik nahi hai. Muje batav goa me khun, chori, hindu muslim clash kue nahi hota? Abi sab hota hai lekin vo sab tumhare gav wale karte hai. Ap sarkarse information lelo, pata chalega kitne chor, lootmar, dacoit, kiske state ke log karte hai. Tumh log goa me nahi aya to chalega, lekin tumhara back ground criminal hai to ana mat. Jail javoge. Goa tumhper nirbhar nahi hai. Portuguese logone jo rakha hai vo Goa ke liye bhahut hai. Isi liye Goa me bhikari nahi hai. Dab bhikari tumhare gavse ate hai. Goa ke jail me 80% tumhare log hai. Chori karne ke liye hi tumh log Goa me ate hai.

[@Dixie8888]

@@subratasaha4544 Desi tourists lack basic civic manners.

[@VishwajitAbhyankar]

Add 1 more in your list RTO treatment for outside vehicles. Local cars fully modified no issues but outside Goa vehicles having little things catches and fine started

[@Clklom]

Boss, goans are not doing this but most of them are outsiders from Karnataka ,Maharastra, Rajasthan, Gujarat who comes to Goa to make quick money. Off course, there is problem with Goa Taxi Drivers but most of the non-goans had made goa a dump....

[@AmartyaRao356]

​@@Clklom are if you know the problem then work on it na only complain karke kya hoga

[@samriddhi5547]

Chennai, goa , Bengaluru ,, texi mafia alag hi level par hai

[@subhadeepchatterjee362]

Chennai & Bangaluru me bhi kya taxi mafia hai ??

[@sachinsudan20]

Also add jammu and Kashmir to this list

[@SilentTraderview]

U can still use uber and ola in Bengaluru don't know about Chennai...but Goa only taxi is there...

[@jigneshvyas8836]

I agree in banglore

[@RahulVerma-sy1di]

Bahut hai waha​@@sachinsudan20

[@mahipalsingh10807]

I have been working in Goa for many years, and I completely agree with you.

[@mahipalsingh10807]

Goa is an exceptionally beautiful state, celebrated for its vibrant culture and warm, hospitable people. While locals may occasionally seem stern, it often stems from frustration with tourists who drive recklessly, litter indiscriminately, and disregard traffic rules-issues commonly observed in parts of northern India. The Goan community is otherwise remarkably disciplined and harmonious. However, I must admit my disappointment with the taxi mafia, which detracts slightly from the overall experience. Despite this, I am utterly enamored with this enchanting place and its unique charm!

[@marinagusova]

@mahipalsingh10807 tell me, no Russian foreign tourists girls in Goa right now ?? Wanna know

[@mahipalsingh10807]

There are many Russian tourist girls in Goa. Today, I was at Morjim Beach and met many of them. The weather is perfect.​@@marinagusova

[@mahipalsingh10807]

@@marinagusova there are many.... Even Today I met many Russian girls. we had dinner together.

[@jayeshnadkarni2008]

Extremely good decision by Indians to boycott Goa... If Goans dnt want us we shd avoid them as well

[@bredneved]

Goa is over run by outsiders and Goans are indifferent, 'Yeh toh hona hi tha'

[@SP-th9rg]

Wa re wa ab outsiders pe dal raha hai ? Local goans ko dekha hai tourist ne misbehave , fraud karte wakt , outsiders pe blame mat dal ​@@bredneved

[@beastgaming183]

Goa don't look good it's just an average beach nothing exclusive. While thailand puket etc have world's most beautiful beaches. Thailand is even more beautiful than Maldives . Goa need good infra development and old British portugal architecture redevelopment. It's only thing that make goa different from other beach

[@SureshKumar-gu9cu]

Dont boycott goa. You need to boycott bollywood, bangladeshi products, pakistani products and chinese products.

[@vireshparab4990]

Well said. Everyone should boycott going Goa until and unless locals are changing in their behavior.

[@namitkanojia9791]

Goa mai locals tourists ko kafi rudely treat krte hain. Bhut hi zayada rude way mai jaise k woh locals hum pr ehashan kr rhe hain.

[@Dixie8888]

Only to those who lack Civic sense .

[@Certified_Atheist]

Correct. I have seen many rude comments against tourists in their FB social media pages.

[@vikashprasad1666]

@@Dixie8888nope.. I was there with my friends few years back … felt it myself …

[@Guru-uu4oq]

True

[@krishnaraju6790]

​@@Dixie8888naa bhai.

[@आशीषसाहू-ख1ल]

Goans think themselves as Portuguese more than Indian. They straight away say that indians are not allowed in their homestays.

[@OM-jc9mh]

Konkan is best place for beaches

[@Sss-qv3so]

Only converted Christians believe like that..

[@Sss-qv3so]

Only convrted Christians believe like that not all..

[@santanodcosta3360]

Domestic tourists are most uncivilised and don't know to behave themselves.

[@AyyoGamer]

​​@@OM-jc9mh kokan has no facilities for tourism.. not even basic facilities... Kokan people don't want to develope it as tourist place.. most kokan youth go to Mumbai or Pune for work and kept their village backward on purpose

[@ItsBoringChannel]

I had been to Goa in March 2024. Believe me it's the worst decision. High taxi fare, dirty beaches, overpriced food, mannerless tourists 🤦

[@HOG1070]

I am happy, Goa is out of the tourism race. I hope Goa will return to its Old days . Quiet and clean

[@iamanup.singh01]

Same happening in varanasi too.

[@ShubhamSingh-cy1dz]

Majority of the people aee going to get unemployed.

[@HOG1070]

@iamanup.singh01 Good 👍🏼

[@HOG1070]

@iamanup.singh01 Good 👍🏼

[@pundalikwalke1590]

​@@ShubhamSingh-cy1dzdon't worry abt Goas employment. Delhi ne SAS nahi le pa rahe ho uska socho

[@dindayalshende8921]

Kahi se kahi bhi jana ho... Taxi fare like min.. 1000/- . Basss loot machi hai. Itne me other places me aap pura city ghum sakate ho.

[@dearmanishnagal]

Yaar sasta bol ra h 1500 km se km

[@ayushmankar4100]

Goa govt ko action lena padega . Ola , Uber , Rapido should enter in Goa market kyunki sirf yahi loog hi Goa taxi mafia ko aukat mein la sakti hey .

[@ketankeshav1932]

They protest against govt allowing these companies to enter in Goa.

[@saurabhj4950]

First local need to get lesson.Then govt will intervene.

[@ketankeshav1932]

Yes locals are very greedy and rude... They only talk for money rest they not even say a word. Infact they shout and say bad words .99% of people are rude.

[@saviopereira4289]

I'm from Goa and I can tell u goa bjp govt itself is looting people of goa so many scams ongoing in goa

[@santoshjogin8043]

Tourism before ola Uber come to Goa was high and after that was also high this is all because of government has taken some app based taxi like Goa miles this drivers are from Delhi and all misbehaving with tourist because they all are from outside Goa

[@HemantKumar-uc1mz]

Looting by cab mafia is insane there. You cannot book Ola/Uber and do not even have auto facility in general. Just for 10km they would charge more than 1000 Rs. This is just way too high if you compare the infrastructure and facilities available.

[@harshalmagar16]

Manohar Parikar ji had taken efforts to make goa a good destination. Now even govt is not worried about infrastructure.

[@ayushmankar4100]

Govt ko sirf Lakshdweep ki padi hey

[@saurabhj4950]

Idhar govt ka role nahi hai. Problem ground level se hai.

[@tejamoraskar]

@@harshalmagar16 really😀😀

[@vansh-78]

State government ka issue hai 😔 ​@@ayushmankar4100

[@prajayballikar9409]

Taxi'cho rate payat paili. Ani amche thode loka'k severe identity crisis assa 😅

[@Bisesh82]

Goa looks like a dustbin and biggest contributer are our own people.😅

[@scout4430wonder]

No. It’s been beautiful for the last 450 years before you stupid’s came.

[@YugandharaS]

Too much music and disco lights on the beach of bagha beach …. And too much pollution.. not good at all

[@nanda9536]

Thought that is what the tourists liked and as per the locals who blast music,they say,it is crucial to play loud music to attract tourists! You say otherwise... Good to know... Goa is nothing like how it used to be before...most of the establishment run by non goans...so the loot starts from there.

[@theredbaron28]

Been Goa twice, both the trips were boring. It seems goa is overrated. The treatment given to Indian tourists in goa is condescending

[@NoOne-kx7zs]

that's true same in Himachal. The moment they see white skin...they start rolling in front of them....even if u give same Money....they make smug face to indian tourists. Never went to goa again..... travelling foreign or even a remote beach is better experience.

[@Dixie8888]

@@theredbaron28 boring or overated? Which one is it, decide first before comment

[@theredbaron28]

@Dixie456 had 2 trips 1st boring, 2nd trip understood, it's also overrated Have used the words synchronous, but sure you won't understand 😅

[@Dixie8888]

@@theredbaron28 why would you visit a boring place the second time? Just for laugh.

[@siddharthjoshi2470]

​@@Dixie8888idiot....keep the one you like.....anything to feel proud here for you???

[@glenfernandes1049]

Most of goans work abroad and London and Europe because of portuguese passport. Most of the people working in tourism sector are outsiders.So most of goans don't care about tourism. Because of tourism locals are facing major rise in land prices.

[@Rannajay.Rathee]

No brother , we were scammed twice by local Goan , Car rental

[@Rannajay.Rathee]

No brother , we were scammed twice by local Goan , Car rental

[@agxec2932]

True. Goa's tourism is ruined by domestic tourists and migrants since 2014

[@atulpahurkar9153]

Tax is bad Hotel is bad The beach is full of beer bottles and water bottle Food is so bad no taste Then why should we go and spend 20000 for 4 days

[@talk191]

Bottle tum jaise tourist fekte hai samundar pe

[@golmatol6537]

My wife visited Goa very recently with her friends. Her experience was greatly spoiled because of the Taxi mafia and lack of bus services. And everything is very expensive. I have decided to vacation in Hua Hin (Thailand), Penang (Malaysia) or Da Nang (Vietnam). Even Bali is an option (reasonable prices and very exotic at the same time). Even with airfare and visa fees, those places are still worth it. And some of the best Punjabi Veg food I found was in Langkawi (Malaysia) ... almost same prices as in India.

[@pratikkhambekar9854]

Taxi rates in goa 200rs per kilometer 😡

[@PikniYadav-w4f]

Yes 👍

[@PikniYadav-w4f]

I have worked there for 2 years and have been there for 2 years.

[@PikniYadav-w4f]

Crime bahut h

[@1dayGames-t2q]

😮 4:13 😅😂​@@PikniYadav-w4f😮😮😊😊😅😮😊😊😊 4:23 😊😊😮😅😊😅😊😊😅

[@bullishcodecody4068]

4 din me 12000 taxi me gaya tha mera

[@govindckumar]

RIP Goa Tourism 🎁🙏🏻

[@Top_Funny_Videoss]

Some points that i found in Goa, As i am a regular visitor in Goa/Arambol. 1. Taxi Prices are like 2700-3000 from Dabolim Airport to Arambol - I think Uber or Ola is required here as this taxi mafia is looting dometic tourists and so international too. 2. Apartment rents or Hotels rents are depending upon season. Like if you go from October to december, the rent of apartment will be around 40,000 rs or 60,000 rs and so hotel rents will be around 1 lakh too. So the price hike in season and if you go after January, you can easily get apartments at 25,000 rs for entire month with AC and 3 star hotels at 500 rs per day. - This has to be change and one normal affordable rent should be quoted to tourists, where it is domestic traveler or international. 3. It is common that when indians see foreign nationals in bikini, most tourists who never seen bikini's women/girl. They would try to flirt or irritate them and because of that Goan people will beat them - Instead Goan people must educate the dometic traveler that you shouldn't irritate foreign nationals. 4. As for apartment/Hotel services, you cannot argue with locals in Goa. They will simply say in a arrogant way that this is how our place is and if you want to stay then stay or get out - Whether it is Domestic or foreign nationals, you respect them and that Goan people need to learn. 5. No proper veg restaurants, anywhere you go in Goa and you won't quality veg but non veg the best. South indian dishes have no taste, forget after punjabi as it is tastless. - Need a proper quality restaurant in Goa. 6. Scam is at large, too much scams. If you have contacts with Goan people then you are safe, otherwise your money is gone and you can't do anything - Their police are always after money, instead of helping you. Lots of loopholes in police The reasons why foreign nationals are low is because of high and unfair price. But I would suggest to travel goa after 5th January and you will get low price apartment/hotel. As for taxi, nothing is going to change.

[@nanda9536]

All valid points noted...how can Goans convince the local tourist(men) to wear proper clothing and NOT roam around in their usual underwear on the beaches? It is a disgusting sight,with social media at our fingertips,one doesn't need to be told right on how to behave and what to wear when on holiday? Drink and leave the garbage on the seashore?

[@ravidhandole]

Taxi scam k alawa pub scam bhi hai. Off season main entry fee lekar kahete hai 1-2hours main pub open hoga, tab tak forcefully aapko kuch na kuch order karna hoga jo expensive hoga. Baad mai bol denge aaj pub open nahi hoga aur entry fee bhi return nahi denge. Police inse mili hoti hai, koi help nahi karta.

[@Dictator_of_World]

Mat jao na fir

[@shivatudu461]

aa gaya goa ko bachane😂​@@Dictator_of_World

[@brijkishorkatesaria8208]

@@Dictator_of_Worldnahi ja rahe hai na. Thode din mai bhookhe ho jaoge agar aise hi chala

[@Its_bilalkhan000]

​@@shivatudu461 bhai wo saaar we educated saaar wala hai 😂

[@miteshbaraiya4125]

Come to Diu better places not more places but really cool places and in India right now Diu is in top of tourism places in india if you don't agree ask Gujarat people

[@devangmevada4190]

Bro rooms are worse and exp then Goa in Diu

[@NoOne-kx7zs]

Only reason it's popular is because Gujaratis go there to drink. It has no nightlife.....not worth it to go. Now that uncle aunties are ruining thailand and vietnam also..will have to find some better place.

[@abhiwins123]

Bro diu beer is unfortunately drives tourist away 😅

[@vegetaDB25]

Diu is worse I got rob by cop for just standing on right of beach side never in life I'm going there let other go there

[@kick_RW_Out_8912]

😂😂 lol max. Diu is one of the saddest places in India 😂😂

[@sanjaykumarsingh6270]

Goa is lacking infrastructure, connectivity, parking and toilet facilities near beaches and markets. Taxi mafia is killing Goa tourism in a big way. More shacks than tourists. Food is very expensive in these shacks. Must allow ola, uber, autos with meters. More affordable hotels are required in South Goa.

[@msalfalah1059]

Happy Christmas from Thailand 🎉

[@srk1221]

Better switch to Gokarna Udupi mangalore

[@syedmujameed-shiya]

Mangalore 😂😂😂 where many girls do anything for MLM 😅😅😅 even I got blowjob by NITK girl😅😅😅

[@SampritManagoli]

In Goa the accomodation are costlier than in Vietnam. Please consider this aspect aspect well when you talk about today's situation.

[@amrit0501]

As a response India I want this situation for 3-4 years so that Goa can gain back its charm

[@rajkalangutkar]

spot on

[@rickeyadonish]

You can compare Goa Hotel price and Bangkok hotel price and you will find the difference...Biggest issue in Indian tourist destinations are scams...I don't know why government not looking into it except they focused on increasing the taxes....Scams are the biggest issue...main ghar se bahar nikalu and bina scam hue wapas aa jau .. its very difficult....People are always respectful towards tourists in other countries (except few) wherr as this is not the case in case of India...

[@nsnarayan1159]

goa is full of scams

[@harikrishna5666]

There is money mafia going on strongly in goa bro Everything is too much cost My friends stopped thinking to go to Goa already even few are rich

[@chhotebhaikanpur6759]

As an ethnic Goan I am deeply grateful to you for this very real video. Cry my beloved Goa and get rid of these greedy politicians

[@santanodcosta3360]

This is good news for local goans, whose peaceful way of living has been destroyed by uncivilised domestic tourists,loud noise pollution, charging exorbitantly by airline mafia and Delhiwalla hotel lobby mafia and land grab mafia. Roads are in very bad shape. Lastly, the corrupt Goa government and most corrupt Goa Police are responsible for fall in tourism.

[@rajkalangutkar]

absolutely corret

[@backstreetboooy]

And Also include Goan christians near sea shore that thought they are aliens and foreign breeds. Behave very rude. Rude Goan christians especially they intentionally fight with tourists. People from Ponda, Madgaon etc are good but especially beach side Goans are very rude, quarrelsome, looters... Everywhere money - money and betrayal. Bollywood don't promote Goa.

[@urh1btherapist716]

Tourists are flocking to Gokarna, Kumta, Baada, Honnavar and Murdeshwara. Goa's loss is Karnataka's win.

[@sontosh007]

Most of Goa people will be happy if tourism stops but trust me there is not much difference, people still coming.

[@NoOne-kx7zs]

actually it ain't only goa.....in india people are generally short-sighted.....whenever a place becomes popular tourist centre.... and money starts flowing in, locals develop there an attitude as if they doing some favour by letting people come. Except for tpurism, goa dont really has much to offer.

[@Dixie8888]

Lesser Quality tourists over Quantity are better

[@sontosh007]

@@NoOne-kx7zs Problem in Goa is most of the hotel businesses now are run by outsider, most of things for which Goa name is getting spoiled Goan people have very less to do with it except taxi charges.

[@siddharthjoshi2470]

​@@sontosh007All Indians have a right to set up and run business in Goa..... The lazy ones will always complain against hard working individuals

[@jaydeepjha9242]

For cleanliness tourists and people are responsible 100% we indians dont care about cleanliness and are hated worldwide for it. And if you ppint such people the answer would be mind your own business or why are cleaners hired.

[@AmitKumar-fj2mb]

Mere sath v scam hua Goa me, hamari scooty parking se chori ho gayi or phir na police na shop wale ne hamara sath diya

[@Babusodigambarhalornekar]

Chori karne wale bi tumhare gavke log hote hai. Chori karna loot karna goa ka culture nahi hai. Goa me 60% log sarkari nouker hote hai. Tourism extra income hai. Goa me koi garib nahi hai. Goa me jo bhikari hai vo sab tumhare log hai, such janne ke liye bat karke dekho. Goa ke log slabke ghar me nahi to nale ke ghar me rahte hai. Zopad patti culture tumhara hai. Goa me tumhare hi log tujhko loote hai to ham kya kare.

[@navneetyadav5275]

Fir kase mili scooty

[@mohdsaqib2796]

Taxi Mafia...Fraud...Hotel walo sabke uper action hona chahiye

[@thelastvampire9272]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@samirbhalerao5579]

Kafi saal pehele mai family k saath Goa gaya tha aur experience kafi aachha tha. Aub ye sub sun k shock laga ki kitna adverse change aaya hai waha.

[@Nooriekaur-t9v]

He is bullshitting

[@bamra3]

Very true .I'm from UK and been regularly to go a for the last 14 years but enough is enough no more due to reasons given by you

[@nandish717]

We don't want recovery let tourism countinue in slow peace

[@miteshpalande8750]

Loot macha li paisa kama liye tum logo ne 😂😂

[@Certified_Atheist]

@@miteshpalande8750 Nandish is lazy person and his occupation is catching 'Bangda' fish from mandovi river. Neglect this arrogant guy. 😆

[@manishsingh1106]

Mai 2023 year end me Thailand gya tha family k sath aur abhi thode din pehle Goa gya tha wife k sath. I have to say it's very very expensive, Taxi se leke ache theek thaak restaurants tak sab bhot zada mehenga. Sae food there was 3 times more expensive as compared to Thailand. I was shocked

[@krishnaraju6790]

Expense to theek hai..locals ke bakchodi zyada irritating hai

[@Dixie8888]

@@krishnaraju6790 desi tourists lack basic civic manners.

[@kp32kumar]

Bhai Goa cannot be like bangkok. Thailand earns by sex industry.

[@Saffronhindustan]

As per my recent visit to Goa. Goa became a center of scammers. Also, goa became too much expensive. It was a very bad experience. I will never travel to goa again in the future 😒

[@Thesaten12]

Locals of Goa would be very happy if tourism reduces as most non Goans are running the hotels and all tourism related businesses. Local Goans have nothing to do with tourism industry 😂

[@thelastvampire9272]

locals make easy rent money, you will never say this. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@youtubeviral66]

Yes you right I'm fram goa goans survive on rent buisness ​@@thelastvampire9272

[@rahultalsaniya4249]

Mumbai Meri Jaan ❤

[@nitishgaikwad98]

A few years ago, one night there was an *emergency* and I didn't have *enough money to pay,* so I was forced to *pawn my old mobile* phone. Additionally, the level of the *taxi mafia* is quite different when it comes to *online platforms.* It has been 10 years since I have used normal taxi services.

[@kick_RW_Out_8912]

Over hyped over priced, loot of taxi mafia, rude locals, pervert chapris clicking pics of women without permission, zero safety, rude cow belt uncles doing nuisances in the beach and too much moral policing - the fall of goa has been rapid in recent times. Better to spend money in Vietnam srilanka Thailand Bali where tourists are treated properly , it's safe for women and authorities are always there to help

[@PriyankaSakpaal]

Goa police harrassed

[@IsrarWarsi-v7j]

Samajh me nahi aaya lekin Goa police bahut pareshan Karti hai 😊😊

[@Ful2Dhamal]

I live in Goa. I ll just say Goa is not for tourism currently.

[@sunilsoni1760]

भाई में विदेश गया हु पर, goa कभी नहीं गया नाही जाना चाहता हु, क्योंकि goa हमारे गुजरात में ही मांडवी द्वारका सोमनाथ और दीव जैसे सुंदर बीच है , हमे दूसरे बीच जाने की इच्छा ही नहीं होती,

[@Devils87-g4c]

Welcome to rajasthan ♥️🤘🙏

[@extremestchowdhury4241]

Goa Mein jis Karan se Jaate Hain vahan vah Milta Nahin Goa Mein To aajkal north east or North Indian Nepali hi Milte Hain😂😂😂

[@ayushmankar4100]

North East wale wahan kya kar rahe hein ?

[@thelastvampire9272]

🤣🤣🤣

[@xxxxxxm848]

Nepali hi chalega maal acha hona chaiye . Haat main aye to daba ke maza aai . Naram aur garam hona chaiye

[@usamaharun832]

First time watching your video you sir got yourself a new subscriber... ❤

[@krishnaprabhakar526]

Goa has become tourist unfriendly. Particularly the public transport is horrible. Auto /Taxi drivers are doing extortion because there is no Ola Uber .

[@VipuL-yq8to]

गोवा जाना हमारा सपना था लेकिन आज के टाईम की बातें सुनकर गोवा के बारे मे सपना ही रहे तो अच्छा है हालात पहले जैसे नहीं लगते अब 😓😱🫣🥺

[@blackout7058]

One of the biggest challenges is the taxi mafia, where private taxi operators charge exorbitant fares due to the lack of a regulated meter system or app-based services like Ola and Uber. This monopoly thrives because of political backing, as taxi unions are a significant vote bank. Tourists and locals alike suffer from this exploitation, while public transport remains unreliable and inconvenient, leaving locals with very few affordable options. For example, a short 10-minute ride could cost ₹500 or more, which is unreasonable and deters many tourists from exploring Goa freely. Another pressing issue is corruption and the endless delay in infrastructure projects. Despite significant revenue from tourism, Goa’s roads remain perpetually under construction, and poorly managed projects result in potholes and traffic congestion. Political corruption, lack of accountability, and misuse of funds are to blame for this mess. A classic example is roads being dug up repeatedly for different utilities, only to be poorly patched up, causing daily inconvenience to both tourists and locals. Adding to the frustration is the misconception that Goans are anti-tourism. This isn't true-Goans understand the importance of tourism for the economy. However, their frustration stems from the mismanagement of tourism and the behavior of certain tourists. There are two types of locals-those directly connected to tourism, such as guesthouse owners and shack operators, and those indirectly affected by it, like regular citizens who suffer from noise pollution, privacy invasion, and overcrowding. For instance, locals often have to deal with tourists entering private properties without permission just to click photos. The rise of online booking platforms has further created tension, as tourists arrive with unrealistic expectations based on misleading photos, leading to dissatisfaction and unnecessary arguments. Many properties advertised online don't match their descriptions, causing disputes between guests and local businesses. Irresponsible tourist behavior is another major concern. While many tourists respect Goa's culture and beauty, a significant number treat it as a free-for-all zone. Beaches are littered with beer bottles and plastic waste, tourists trespass into private properties for photos, play loud music late into the night, and, in some cases, harass locals. For example, families visiting beaches often have to deal with broken glass bottles hidden in the sand, posing serious safety risks. Bollywood, social media influencers, and certain TV shows have contributed to promoting an image of Goa that focuses only on alcohol, parties, and casual encounters rather than its rich culture and natural beauty. This stereotype attracts tourists who come with the wrong mindset, causing further damage to Goa’s image and social harmony. Another overlooked problem is the skyrocketing real estate prices driven by wealthy outsiders buying properties for investment purposes. Agricultural land is being converted into luxury villas, and construction is happening without environmental consideration. This has made it nearly impossible for locals to afford homes in their own land, while environmental damage continues unchecked. For example, once fertile farmland is now covered in concrete, impacting both livelihoods and local food production. Unemployment is another growing concern. Despite being a tourism hub, most jobs created are seasonal, low-paying, and lack job security, forcing many young Goans to seek better opportunities outside the state. For example, many Goan youth migrate to countries like the UK or the Middle East in search of stable employment. Traffic policing is another area where frustration peaks. While enforcement of traffic rules is necessary, over-policing and alleged ‘fine quotas’ create unnecessary tension between police, locals, and tourists. Instead of focusing on serious violations, minor offenses are targeted excessively, leaving both locals and visitors feeling harassed. Environmental degradation cannot be ignored either. Overcrowding during peak seasons puts immense pressure on resources like water, electricity, and waste management, while historical and cultural sites are often damaged by irresponsible tourists. Festivals are becoming overly commercialized, diluting authentic Goan traditions. For instance, once peaceful church festivals are now crowded events dominated by commercial stalls and loudspeakers. However, despite these problems, solutions do exist. Implementing a regulated taxi system with meters or app-based platforms, ensuring transparency and accountability in infrastructure projects, running responsible tourism awareness campaigns, improving affordable public transport, enforcing stricter real estate regulations, and investing in skill development and alternative industries are crucial steps forward. Traffic enforcement must also be done fairly, without targeting locals or tourists unnecessarily. At the end of the day, Goa is not just a tourist destination-it is home to generations of people with a unique culture and identity. Tourism should benefit everyone-locals, businesses, and visitors alike. But for that to happen, authorities, locals, and tourists must work together towards sustainable and responsible tourism. Only then can Goa continue to be the paradise it was always meant to be-for everyone.

[@user-ju5kx9ip9c]

Very good.....less headaches in Goa

[@MM-my6yh]

Western India is heaven in India... Arabian Sea, Heavy rains and Western Ghats ❤️

[@husainlehri]

SPOT ON !

[@kunaltiwari8543]

I am a frequent traveler to Goa, but this time two locals on a bike unnecessarily threatened us. The mistake was on their part yet they abused us and acted aggressively while I was traveling with my mom on a bike. It was really disgusting.

[@sujeetdutta4315]

Absolutely correct observation

[@khalsa3344]

All over india has same situation.. thats why international tourists have declined.

[@steved.1091]

Price is not the issue, people don't mind paying their hard-earned money to visit well-maintained places with clean surroundings habituated by people with good civic sense

[@docpedia2508]

As a local Goan, I must say I strongly feel that the taxi system here is quite exploitative. They tend to charge exorbitant fares without any regard for fairness.

[@Palki-b1o]

Well done!

[@bijaya2008]

Proud of my choices for traveling that Goa was never in list.. don't know why. May be i am boaring

[@Travelplanet120]

From Assam to goa flight price is 12k for one person and Assam to Bangkok 8k...

[@naggythelategamer7693]

Very much True…

[@nehrumurmu4098]

When visiting Goa, beware of the taxi mafia, local thugs, and some corrupt police officials who may be in cahoots with them. If you report malpractices, be prepared for inaction or further harassment.

[@MeditationAndYoga-do8sw]

Why Goa politicians do not allow Uber and Ola to operate? Are they taking kickback?

[@ajinkya2884]

Well i visit Goa for more Spiritual Purpose for Temples and Clean South Goa Beach and Family Time. its good to see Decline in Tourist who are seeking only Booze & High.

[@WarAndTech]

nothing gonna change, recently heard Goa Tourism Minister in a Podcast he is not even acknowledging these issues.

[@indrajitkarmakar6293]

Goa is most beautiful but police harassment , rude local , taxi mafia, poor night life and more and more

[@Jarvis1622]

Goa might be beautiful...but Goan people are not....Goa ka 10-20% population acha hai tho pura Goa acha nai ban jata

[@amitsawant6289]

Sory bro we goans are very peaceful very frindly people I think u meet people from other state .

[@ElementoryEdits]

Tourists are looted in India as per crowd movement when the govt gives Visa on arrival in countries like thailand, phuket the rates are uniform at these locations nowadays wherever there is a little development on these indian tourist destinations are expensive and corrupt and no control over them only people are going for casino on week ends but for common man it's highly expensive destinations with no proper facilities

[@WhkKskssk]

We r goans, not depending only on tourists we can survive without that. We'll have food on our plate without tourists also. Just think about delhilite who's running their business in goa... Goans doesn't ruin goa but delhilite...

[@Rannajay.Rathee]

No bhai , we were scammed by local Goan in Car rental

[@coolashdude]

attitude problem with all goans

[@PB-7005]

Goa can't survive without tourists.

[@ravirajhembrom5721]

Typical goan😅😅

[@miteshpalande8750]

Loot macha ke rakhi hai tum logo ne na taxi accha 10k per night vala hotel accha faltu service overhyped food gande beaches

[@varpithaa]

Recently we went to pondicherry. Its much more beautiful n way cheaper than goa

[@Kitty-k5j]

Goan locals behave as if domestic Indian tourists are inferior to the 'venerated' foreign tourists. There are new vegetarian restaurants opened by people from other states that attract tourist and local people absolutely hate them. They keep crying that these new places are eroding Goan culture.... Saare toh dhatkaram hote hai Goa mein, vegetarian restaurants khulne se kaun sa inka culture erode ho raha hai Ishwar hi jane...

[@dr.harshaassotikar6261]

As a local it’s very safe for females but yes transportation is bad I agree and tourist leave all that plastic

[@abhishekshirke5]

I have visited goa this year from 22-25 Dec. And also visited last year on the same dates. There is a huge downfall observed in tourist volume this year. Compared to last year, this time roads did not have much crowd, also so many shacks on beaches were empty.

[@sachikasekar5327]

I went to bali last year per meal around 1000 1500 cost Scooty 400 500 petrol cheaper and clean beaches people were welcoming In Goa when I travelled last time night cab charge asked 2000 just for 2 km And food also below average costing around 1000 1500 and people are not welcoming also there are lot of scammers

[@Kitty-k5j]

Bhai, auto wala in Goa will charge you 150 rs to just start.. even if you go 1 km..

[@maheshmadyagol]

I just returned from Goa, and unfortunately, the beaches are dirty. The entrances to the beaches are even dirtier. You can find plastic, glass, paper, and every kind of trash imaginable. Taxi fares are very high, and ride-hailing apps are not widely available. The Goa Miles app doesn’t work everywhere. Hotels are substandard for the price, which is quite high. You can’t find authentic Goan food; instead, most places serve North Indian cuisine. There’s no Goan music, only Bollywood songs. Roads are in poor condition, and scams are common. Restaurants do not maintain hygiene. There are no proper or clean footpaths to walk on. Coconut trees near the beaches, which were abundant in the past, are now missing. There’s honking everywhere and a lot of loud music, adding to the chaos. Considering the high costs, it’s better to visit Thailand, Vietnam, or Bali instead. We are completely disappointed and do not plan to return, even though we used to visit every year for 10 days. If Goa wants to attract tourists again, they need to hire international consultants and make proper changes as soon as possible. Otherwise, Goa is as good as dead.

[@yugacharya6448]

in 2017 Goa tour cost me 16000 for 4 and half days In 2024 Goa tour cost me 34000 for 3 days with less enjoy and Yes, taxi mafia is there and they work like a gang and second is high Airfare now for Goa from any city

[@Teja_S]

Hello sir.. Gear which camera you use to shoot this video?

[@bredneved]

I watched an interview of Goa's tourism minister with Smita Prakash. This man must be immediately sacked , he's incompetent, doesn't want to take responsibility of current mess and has no vision or plan to fix it. Yes, I am a BJP supporter and i am saying this. There can be no space for mediocrity in governance

[@docpedia2508]

He is filling his own pockets.

[@dsjoshi060978]

I predicted this a good 6 yrs back. Taxi mafia, lack of cleanliness, not at all tourist friendly and most importantly laxm of world class infra.

[@ajayrahane2746]

I stay in Goa and I agree with you. The टैक्सी drivers loot you literally. The food rates in Hotels are extremely expensive, quantity of menu is less and they charge shamelessly. जय हिंद.

[@rajeevsaxena5184]

Goa deserves this. Taxi mafia, extremely dirty restrooms on the beach site and high prices for everything are destroying Goa slowly

[@dinakaraghebbar6695]

Though my GOA visit goes back to three to four decades, from those who frequently visit Goa (from my friends list) I find the sky-high prices for everything has diverted people to North East or Andamnan-Nicobar islands, especially the government servants (check recent LTC bookings if available.. every other person I interact with name etiher one of them)

[@kiranpandagale3279]

Kahi bhi jao parking 100rs se 200rs tak four wheeler..jabke board par government price 20rs ghanta bhar hai...par ye 100rs lenge 5 ghante ka...phir woh chahe majestic casino ke saamne wali parking ho ya parra coconut tree road wali parking ho anjuna Beach wali parking ho...sab jagah yeh chalu hai...

[@ameethpujar2299]

Totally agreed.. Pathetic infrastructure in tourism dependant state... Ye gaye saalon se chal raha hai... Taxi mafia to allag hi level pe hai... How come the govt has not interfered in this matter... 🤷🤷🤷

[@Industrybox]

I am residing in goa..... Since sep 28 .... Today is cristmas but isse jada to haridwar m bheed hoti h Saturday Sunday per

[@thelastvampire9272]

🤣

[@rajkalangutkar]

thank god

[@tushar161]

Goa Private Taxi drivers personal Lafda and Rate issues are a big headache to Goa

[@hiteshvedpathak]

I feel Happy for Goa Feel sorry for Thailand Indonesia and other countries

[@sanjit433]

Sir mein khud ek travel agent hoon, aur yehi karan se mein domestic packages nehi karta, mein mahine mein tin char Vietnam ya Thailand ka packages karta hu same rate mein

[@123bhaveshtandel]

I used to go there every year but last time I was there in 2017. And it's a nightmare for me becoz at each and every road, traffic police welcome us and ask for money. Even at 2 A.M it happened to me so i decided not to go there.

[@lunarayinstrumental]

jese village me log kheti ya jameen ke side me hug ne ke liye jate he thik wese hi feeling hota he Goa ke beaches me

[@thelastvampire9272]

🤮🤣🤮🤣🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tejamoraskar]

Hum log ek baar south mein gaye the waha bhi same tha so it's better ke outside hi jaaye

[@proudtobeindian6167]

I'm from belgaum from Karnataka. We are nearest city from goa we are only 70 km from goa but we left going to Goa for vacation because of this reason only. And attitude of goan people's. Now days we are actually prefer malvan over goa

[@montumeshram9463]

The only way Goa can retain the spot is by building an international standard concert facilities and Diljit Dosanjh , Honey singh daru songs concerts . 😎

[@vijaysenthil9883]

Two sides of the coin. Taxi mafia, parking mafia, shacks mafia and more. Overpriced restaurants, pubs and hotels. A 4 star in Goa could cost upwards of 20k/ night and compare that with Sri Lanka, where it's half the price for a 5 star hotel. But then, having seen Goa in the 90s and later, its always been a peaceful place with typical goan hospitality. However, over the years, horrible tourists who trash the beaches and every place they go to, creating ruckus on roads, hooliganism etc has changed the whole look of the state. And rightly said, it's the system which is at the core of the issue. Try trashing in Thailand and you would be promptly fined by the cops. Nothing of that sort here. Everyone is just trying to maximise profit without any concern for the environment or the tourists. I guess, the only way Goa can have a reality check is when tourism drops to rock bottom.

[@nandish717]

Good news let goan people live in peace from these cheap tourist mess.