Christmas with Covid-19, offers from Trenitalia and Italo
It is certainly not an easy situation for the world of transportation. A harsh reality that affects both travel [...]
It is certainly not an easy situation for the world of transportation. A harsh reality that affects air travel as much as rail travel. Further guidance from the government is awaited regarding the Christmas period and to the month of January. To date, the colors of several regions have changed, shifting mostly from red to orange. However, there is speculation that Italy will be totally yellow by Christmas time. This could allow for a greater freedom of movement Between regions from the beginning of 2021.
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It does not mean, however, that all regional travel in December is prohibited. In fact, returning to one's home or residence is always guaranteed, as is joining one's cohabiting partner. In addition to these reasons, there are also work and health reasons.
If 2020 was just like any other year, there would be a great deal of interest in train tickets at this time, especially considering the upcoming Immaculate Conception Bridge. Here, then, are the plans of Trenitalia e Italo For the management of this phase.
Trenitalia offer
As of theDecember 8, 2020 Trenitalia will not propose limitations to the current offering of regional, intercity and high-speed trains. It is the company's intention to increase the customer proposition wherever possible.
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At present, the offer consists of approx. 90 Arrows per day moving across the country. However, the possibility of seeing this figure increase if softer measures are approved between December and January is not ruled out.
Here is what Fs told "Huffingtonpost": "We do not know if and how the current rules will change. At present, the proposed offer is adequate only for the trips required by the rules. Should the conditions we all hope for occur, with progressive easing of restrictions, Trenitalia is ready to include new connections for the Christmas period, so as to allow people to travel in total safety."
You will travel with a capacity of 50%, in order not to turn carriages into places of contagion. As might be expected, the greatest revenue is secured, at this stage, from those heading to the south. The number of trains made available, which has not decreased despite the pandemic and lower revenue, will allow passengers to consider a variety of options.
As expected, the cheapest classes have been stormed, there is still availability in the higher cost classes, such as first class. Depending on the regions to be reached, the cost in first is expected to range from 130 to 160 euros. There are also those who will rely on regional, with several changes to be made depending on the route to be reached.
Italo Offer
Three extra pairs of trains are planned for the Immaculate Conception bridge for Italo, in addition to the four already in operation. They will continue to run at a reduced capacity 50% over the Christmas period, leaving the Naples-Milan-Turin lines e Naples-Rome-Verona.
At present there are no plans to add additional trains. However, the offer will not be restricted, remaining unchanged with three pairs added. It is difficult to assume a new change of course by the government, with total blocking of travel in the December 25-26 e January 1. Should this scenario materialize, Italo would seriously consider suspending travel altogether in order to avoid the departure of empty convoys.
Offers available Italox2 e Italox4. These are proposals designed to guarantee trips to reach loved ones. When choosing the route, the number of passengers must be indicated, whether these are two or four. Promotion valid only for those who belong to the same household or with whom there is a stable frequentation. For this reason, interpersonal distance on board will not be mandatory.
