Goa is the most-loved tourist destination of India. The beach destination is not only flocked by desi visitors, but international travellers love to spend months in Goa. The coastal state witnesses a vast number of foreign tourists, including those from Russia and Britain during the winter months. However, this year due to the global pandemic, tourism has taken a backseat. Although travelling right now is a slippery slope, Goa saw a surge in domestic travellers in the last month. In an attempt to accommodate more travellers, Vistara will now be operating more flights to Goa from Delhi & Mumbai.
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Vistara Will Operate Two More Weekly Flights To Delhi
The Vistara has revealed that they would be operating two more weekly flights between Indira Gandhi International Airport and Goa International Airport and one weekly flight on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and Goa Airport. Currently, Vistara operates 10x weekly flights between Goa and Mumbai and 9x weekly flights between Goa and Delhi. Vistara is planning to use more flights from October 25. Goa Bans Tourists Consuming Drugs & Cooking In Public As Part Of New Tourism Policy.
Vistara To Increase Flights During Festive Season
Citing encouraging demand and response, Vistara will increase air travel during the festive season. However, Vistara Chief Commercial Officer Vinod Kannan has mentioned that they would prioritise the safety and health of the travellers. Kannan said that Vistara had conducted a passenger survey in June. According to a survey, about 65% of the people are likely to travel ahead of December. The airlines are planning to scale up operations in a graded manner based on the passenger’s demand. Goa Water Sports & River Cruises Make Comeback With 50% Occupancy & Other Guidelines.
India had stopped domestic flight operations since March and resumed operations in May. At present, the airlines can operate up to 60% of their pre-Coronavirus domestic flights.