Nod for ayurveda centres, spas to bolster tourism

Express News Service
KOCHI: Considering the nice and cozy response from home vacationers following the opening of vacationer locations within the state after lockdown, the state authorities has given nod to open ayurveda centres and spas. A authorities order allowing the opening of ayurveda centres and spas was issued by Chief Secretary Vishwas Mehta on Friday.

The Confederation of Kerala Tourism Industry and Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Associations of India had requested the federal government to permit opening of ayurveda centres and spas following the demand from vacationers as it could assist overcome the disaster being confronted by tourism trade.

The Director of Tourism had additionally advisable opening of spas and ayurveda centres because the state is predominantly a leisure and wellness vacation spot.

“Government has examined the matter in detail and is pleased to allow reopening and operation of spas and ayurveda centres in the state subject to strict compliance with Covid protocol. Hotels and resorts will abide by all government guidelines and adhere to the highest level of hygiene and safety related to the health of all stakeholders involved,” acknowledged the order.

According to a tourism official, regardless that vacationer locations, together with seashores and hill locations are witnessing a rush since December, the income technology closely depends on the arrival of overseas vacationers.

“We hope that foreign tourists will start arriving at least by the second or third quarter of the calendar year. Ayurveda tourism of Kerala is popular among foreign tourists. With the opening of ayurveda centres, we will be able to get more bookings from foreign tourists. Ayurveda tourism has high demand among tourists coming from other states also,” he stated.

In Kerala, principally luxurious accommodations and resorts present spas and ayurveda centres. There are additionally a number of impartial ayurveda centres. Ayurveda hospitals additionally get bookings from medical vacationers coming from overseas.