Alila Diwa Goa becomes first hotel in Goa to install a water bottling plant.
Alila Diwa Goa took a giant step in furthering its cause of responsible tourism by becoming the first hotel in Goa to install an automated sustainable drinking water bottling plant at its property, in partnership with Boon. The resort takes sustainable tourism seriously to reduce its carbon footprint by using biodegradable materials and minimizing its environmental impact by using primarily...
Life is Plastic
Advancements in science today have been built on the backs of discoveries that have come down the centuries. One of the game-changing inventions of the human species has been plastic that followed the discovery of petroleum in the 1800s.But centuries before that, major scientific breakthroughs had already taken place. In 1543, Renaissance mathematician Nicolaus Copernicus wrote an analytical description...
‘Sustainable Tourism Is The Way Forward’
Travel & Tourism Association of Goa (TTAG) president Nilesh Shah discusses the future of Goa’s main industry post-pandemic after his recent re-election to the organization’s top post. For an industry still reeling under the effects of the COVID pandemic, tourism in Goa has a lot to catch up on. The issue of quality tourists, the preservation of culture and ecology,...
Memoirs Of A Musician
Without a doubt, Remo Fernandes is one of Goa’s largest legends – the energy, showmanship and unfettered passion for music floating blatantly across the stage to audiences at every performance. Yet, there’s a man beneath it all, crossing paths with every mortal affliction.This time, he hasn’t poured his thoughts out into lyrics or even poetry as he would have...
Romance Rules
There’s a certain something that makes every marriage tick. VIVA GOA peels back the layers of this delicate union through exclusive interviews with National Award winner RAVEENA TANDON and her husband ANIL THADANI, as well as four other power couples in Goa There is a saying that ‘success demands many sacrifices. As you climb the ladder of success, your responsibilities...
Fashion First @ Mall de Goa
Mall de Goa organized a fashion show with its leading brands. The event was powered by Max Fashion & Carrera Eyewear, W, and COVE. It was inaugurated by Bhuvanish Shet, Hemant Poddar, Rahila Khan, Sonia Jetleey, and other dignitaries. Goa’s premium destination shopping mall, Mall de Goa, offers some of the best international and Indian brands, giving Goans an opportunity...
Macron queen Pooja Dhingra releases 3rd book
Founder of Le15 Café chain in Mumbai pastry chef Pooja Dhingra was in Goa to launch her third book ‘Can’t Believe it’s Eggless’ in the presence of chief guest Deepti Salgaocar. Dhingra has authored and self-published the book which has over 100 recipes for the Indian homemaker. “All recipes are by me but the inspiration has come from everywhere whether it is travel or...
Putting the best foot forward
We can tackle the complications of the foot and ankle injury from diabetes with a systematic approach. India is the diabetes capital of the world. If we extrapolate this information to the complications of diabetes, then one can conclude that diabetic foot ulcer is at the top of the list. Diabetes destroys our body slowly but surely despite good control of...
Cadan Lifestyle – A one-stop shop for multiple brands
Cadan was derived from the word “Cadence” which means light. Cadan was derived from the word “Cadence” which means light. Cadan also is an amalgamation of the names of the directors Casmira Fernandes and Daniel Almeida. A multi-branded fashion brand, Cadan Lifestyle aspires to be a one-stop fashion destination for a variety of brands at irresistible prices and attractive discounts. Read the...
Equal Future
Woman’s fight for equality is an ongoing battle that sees pieces of victory with each passing day. It is our duty to honor them. The famous shloka of ancient legal text Manusmriti places women as the epitome of honour. It says, “Where women are honoured, divinity blossoms.” Women are empowered to create the world; their power of procreation deserves respect...
