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Claiming the Right to Say No Documents, challenged the Church in Goa to be leaven of a new society. It calls its members, to adopt the just societal structures which alone make freedom and fellowship possible (N0. 38). Tourism industry is one of the causes of injustice in the society. To fight this evil, Tourism industry, themselves should realize the harm done to Goans and should avoid privatising those areas and sectors which fall in the rights of the common people. Tourism should avoid flourishing at the cost of the poverty of the common people. But, try to give equal facilities to Goans too in every field. E. Cultural Values The Gospels give witness to the task of Jesus, and present Jesus as one who inculturated His message on the earth. His humanness i.e. incarnation, His preaching techniques were down to earth and in accordance to the peoples’ culture and situation. His life is also that of a common man. Jesus never bypassed Jewish culture and tradition, but on the contrary He exalted the good that is there in them. Jesus explained this through various parables (e.g. Lk. 13:24—the narrow gate, Mt. 12:1- 11-Sabbath day). We too have to carry out the same mission of Christ to all the people, even to the tourist, by holding on to our rich heritage of culture, tradition, language, song and music. 3. Making Our Future Prosper Goa is undoubtedly one of the most ‘sought’ after tourist destination in the world. With increasing urbanisation leading to high stress of urban life, the search for avenues of relaxation and de-stressing are much sought after. Goa, with its sea, sunny beaches, lush green hills, enchanting waterfall and tiny hamlets with white washed churches, charms, soothes, enchants and hypnotises with its ‘blend’ of the east and of the west. The increasing number of tourists over the recent years is a testimony to the special place that Goa occupies in the heart of the tourist worldwide. However, to maintain this unenviable position and to grow in the right direction, it is very essential to access the current situation and chalk out 76
Theologizing Tourism: Towards a Pastoral Care of Tourism the future course of action keeping in mind the carrying capacity for growth and the fragility of our culture and environment. This may require a shift in our thinking and approach. But, in order to harness the full potential, change is the must. It is essential to understand the key features which will make Goa the perfect destination in international and domestic market. The once virgin beaches with their natural beauty which have attracted people from all over the world since time immemorial are slowly loosing their charm. And the cause for this decline is poor beach management. Cleanliness on the beaches leaves a lot to be desired. The unrestrained growth of the concrete jungle and beach shacks freely encroach the beaches, blocking its better part with their unlimited structures like beach beds, umbrellas and so on. Even though the shack culture is an essential part of tourist experience there should be some limitations on the number of such structures. Another matter of concern is the increasing number of deaths by drowning. There is no life guard service as a result of which the number of deaths by drowning is increasing astronomically. At this rate, Goa will be known as a place for sea burials. Goa is not only restricted to the beaches, but, has been gifted with innumerable things which make it an eco-friendly destination with swaying palms, sprawling hills, lush green fields and mangroves to name a few. This natural beauty which blooms to its maximum in the monsoon with soothing greenery sprouting all around must be preserved at all cost. The unique factors in shaping a holiday experience for a visitor are the local people. Goa prides itself on having warm and hospitable people. It is in the culture of the Goan to be warm and friendly by nature. The values of respect and fellowship that have been inculcated in us by our parents in our very close knit families have translated into this hospitality. But the changes are taking place for the worst, thanks to the increased pace of life and rapid urbanization; our price for progress. Having been the meeting point of races, religion and culture of east and west. Over the centuries, Goa has a multi-hued and distinctive life style quite different from the rest of India. The warm and tolerant nature of the Goan gives 77
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Contents Introduction…by EQUATION
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Tourism in Goa: A Narrative Constru
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Is Goa “The Rome of the East or I
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An Experience a Joy and a Challenge
Page 33 and 34: The Sababa Experience The Sababa Ex
Page 35 and 36: The Sababa Experience Some rest for
Page 37 and 38: The Sababa Experience only kept all
Page 39 and 40: My Observations on the Israeli Tour
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Page 43 and 44: In Search of Israelis We can questi
Page 45 and 46: In Search of Israelis she had a lic
Page 47 and 48: In Search of Israelis Omelette Pau,
Page 49 and 50: In Search of Israelis So much of th
Page 51 and 52: Impression of my Encounter with Isr
Page 53 and 54: An Experience both Exciting and Enr
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Page 57 and 58: An Experience I Never Had In My Lif
Page 59 and 60: An Experience I Never Had In My Lif
Page 61 and 62: Personal Reflections in Vagator Per
Page 63 and 64: Personal Reflections in Vagator hav
Page 65 and 66: Tourism Report: Vagator and Arambol
Page 67 and 68: Is Ignorance A Blessing? Is Ignoran
Page 69 and 70: Is Ignorance A Blessing? I also met
Page 71 and 72: The Trend of Israeli Tourists in Go
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Page 75 and 76: Theologizing Tourism: Towards a Pas
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Page 91 and 92: Annexure 1 Annexure 1 Steps & Frame
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Page 95 and 96: Annexure 2 All international brands
Page 97 and 98: Annexure 2 Deteriorating coastline
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Page 101 and 102: Annexure 2 Trance parties define th
Page 103 and 104: Annexure 3 Organisations ALTERNATIV
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