Air Seychelles has announced a new direct route to Rome that will take effect starting March 28, 2026. This decision has been made in response to disruptions in Gulf travel corridors. The direct route to Rome will operate twice a week until April 29, 2026. The airline has decided to lease wide-body aircraft to ensure smooth connectivity.
The new direct route to Rome has given a much-needed boost to the tourism industry in Seychelles. This direct route to Rome will give tourists a chance to visit Seychelles without any disruptions. The main airport that will be used to access Seychelles is Seychelles International Airport.
Tourism operators have already started making arrangements for the increase in tourism, especially for locations such as Praslin and La Digue, for which special tourism packages have already been designed for Italian tourists. At the same time, it will also provide Seychelles an opportunity to further consolidate its relations with Rome, and in this context, it will provide a new avenue for outbound tourism.
Further, it is also expected that this initiative will provide Seychelles an opportunity to further consolidate its overall strategy for tourism diversification. There is a need for Seychelles to look beyond traditional tourism hubs, and in this context, it is providing a new avenue for Europe. Seychelles is providing a new route for Europe, and in this context, it is expected that it will be able to attract tourists even in these uncertain global times. There is expected to be cooperation from tourism operators for promoting tourism in Italy, especially for honeymooners, luxury seekers, and eco-tourists.
Overall, it is a very positive initiative for tourism, and it is ensuring that there is no disruption in tourism arrivals, especially during peak season.
