To revive Kerala tourism, the beaches of the state have been reopened on November 1st after prohibiting visits since the outbreak of the pandemic. As a part of the unlock process, the state government decided to resume tourist centers in two phases.
In the first phase of unlocking, the state government opened the backwater tourism centers, including hill stations, adventure resorts, and houseboats, on October 12th, 2020. Reportedly, as many as 26 key tourism projects were inaugurated in Kerala in October 2020 by the state Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
On November 1st, 2020, the state government reopened its beaches in the second phase of unlocking. The captivating beaches of Kerala are once again open for public visitors.
The government’s decision will help bring the tourism business back on track. Since this government decision, the flow of tourists to the beaches of Kerala has also started. As a result, the tourism industry is now expecting an enhanced footfall of domestic tourists than foreign tourists.
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The senior vice president of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO), Mr. E. M. Najeeb, told a press agency that reopening beaches will give renewed strength and support to the hotels and resorts located at beaches. He also mentioned that it would support the local families who wish to spend their time at the beachside to take a break from the current Corona crisis.
With this step, Kerala tourism is expected to thrive again soon.
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