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  About Port Blair

Port Blair, famously known to have been a prison during the British era, is the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar islands. It is the only city in the archipelago with airport connectivity. The beautiful city of Port Blair has a significant history and culture that you should definitely explore. Not to mention the stunning beaches and green expanses that envelop the island city. The flight tickets to Port Blair are a little on the expensive side, but you can always opt for ferry or ships as an alternative to reach the city.

Best time to visit

Port Blair offers a different vibe in every season, making it one of the most interesting places to visit. The summer season from March to May are perfect for scuba diving. The weather is not too harsh compared to the other places in India. The sky is clear, as are the waters, making it a diver's Shangri-La. The temperatures during summer in Port Blair range between 28 degree Celsius and 30 degree Celsius, which is quite pleasant and bearable. Besides, the waters would be there to cool your senses.

October to February is yet another stretch of months that sees good weather in Port Blair. The winters are quite mild but pleasant with temperatures dwindling between 15 degree Celsius to 34 degree Celsius. The weather plus the clear skies make it the most favourable season to visit Port Blair. Many honeymooners and travellers choose this season to visit the lovely Andaman Islands and explore its beaches. The city is full of life with bustling markets and beaches. Getting cheap tickets to Port Blair during the peak season is going to be quite challenging. However, if you spend more time online to figure out a good flight deal to Port Blair, immediately take it up.

Monsoon is definitely not ideal for visiting Port Blair, especially if you're planning to visit via the sea route. The heavy rainfall would cause a lot of discomfort during your voyage. Even flights might get delayed owing to bad weather.

Places to visit

Cellular Jail, famously known as Kalapani, is easily one of the top tourist attractions of Port Blair. What makes this place famous is how it played as a gruelling prison during the Colonial era, the memorial celebrates the lives of freedom fighters who were imprisoned on the island. The historical relevance of the place draws a lot of attention, as does the intriguing landscape. While you're here, also ensure to check out the Japanese Bunker, a complex boasting the relics of World War II. The place certainly has made several contributions to the Indian as well as global history and is definitely worth a visit. Aside from historic sites, the place also has one of the biggest pilgrim sites with a massive Murugan Temple. The exquisite Dravidian-style architecture with deities nestled on the gopuram makes for quite an experience.

An interesting excursion would be to check out the Mangkutan village where you will be taken through the rubber plantation, which is the primary source of income for people residing in Port Blair. You should also add the Marina Park and Aquarium in your list of places to visit in Port Blair. It hosts over 350 marine species, including turtles and sharks.

Things to do

As a city on an island, much of the place is surrounded by pristine beaches and azure blue water touching the shores. You can take up beach hopping as a way to visit some of the finest beaches of Port Blair and its surrounding. Do add Ross and Smith Islands, Butler Bay Beach, Rutland Island, Parrot Island, Cinque Island and Karmatang beach in your list. These beautiful beaches will give you the best treatment with open waters and a calming breeze. If you wish to indulge in some water sports, which we do recommend you should, go over to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex to make the most of your time on the island. From parasailing to banana boat rides, the complex would give you a bunch of water sports activities to choose from.

Corbyn's Cove is quite a sight for sore eyes. The quaint space with its pristine blue waters would keep you engaged. Not to mention how the coconut and palm trees lining the beach would further add more scenic beauty to your pictures. If the beaches have started to bore you and you wish to get an aerial view of the lovely island where Port Blair is located, then you should trek up to the Madhuban Ranges. It is located in the Mount Harriet National Park and is known to offer the best views of the city and island from atop.

Food and restaurant

Being an island could mean barely any options for vegetarians. However, vegetarians don't have to worry about that in Port Blair. The famous Annapurna restaurant and Kattabomman restaurants, both offer amazing South Indian food at an affordable cost. You will find vegetarian Chinese dishes at these food institutions as well. As for the travellers who cannot wait to check out what the seafood platter in Port Blair restaurants consists, head straight to New Lighthouse restaurant located near Marina Park in the city. You will definitely not be disappointed by the food or the ambience. You also have Sinclair's Bayview resort with its sea-facing restaurant to visit. The place has cuisine ranging from local Port Blair speciality to continental spread.

The city also caters to honeymooners and has some lovely romantic setting to give them a splendid experience. Amaya Lounge Bar is one such place where the location will blow your mind and the food, your senses. The cuisine is friendly to all as it sells experience more than heavenly food. Speaking of a romantic setting, to make things more personal, you can opt to go to Bonova Cafe and Pub, which is located close to the Govind Nagar Beach. The place has an exquisite vibe and food so divine. Mandalay restaurant is also one such restaurant in Port Blair that faces the sea and offers top-rated food. Plus, the price is not too expensive so you can try more for less money.

How to reach Port Blair (Transportation)

By Air

Port Blair, being the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, has a domestic airport, commercially known as Veer Savarkar Airport. The airport has great flight connectivity from Port Blair to major cities in India. In fact, there are direct flights from Port Blair to Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Vizag and Delhi. These are the only destinations in India from where you can find flights to Port Blair. As for the other cities, options of connecting flights and layovers would be the only way to reach Port Blair by flight. There are no international routes connected to Port Blair as there is provision for only domestic flights. Airlines such as Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, GoAir and Vistara have regular flights flying in and out of Port Blair. The closest cities to the Andaman Islands are Chennai, Vizag and Kolkata.

Reaching the island state from these three cities is known to be the easiest domestic route that can be taken. It barely takes 2.5 to 3 hours to reach Port Blair by flight from Chennai and Kolkata. However, if you are travelling from Delhi, the flight duration to Port Blair would easily take you 5 hours. International services to Port Blair are not allowed so travellers flying in from international routes will have to take a connecting flight to Port Blair. It is imperative that you carry your official documents and government papers as an international traveller. The airport conducts strict immigration checks to ensure non-natives do not enter unless the government gives them the green signal.

Interestingly, there are chopper services also available to reach Port Blair from Indian cities. Pawan Hans Helicopter Ltd. has dedicated chopper services transporting people to Port Blair from Chennai.

By Water

Various private and government ferries connect to Port Blair. You can find these ferries at the Chennai port as well as Vizag and Kolkata. Although reaching Port Blair from the sea is time-consuming, it does give you a different kind of experience, which is worth it. Out of the ships and ferry options, Chennai port is closer compared to Vizag and Kolkata, so it is recommended that you board your ships from here. Travelling by ship works perfectly if you are planning a long vacation. However, if the trip is time-bound, then you should opt to fly to Port Blair. The ship and ferry services connect to Port Blair and some of its famous islands such as Havelock, Neil Island and more.

For travellers opting ship and waterways as the medium of transport, it is recommended that you book your tickets 15 days in advance. You can make online bookings for your tickets to Port Blair as these government-owned as well as private ships have active online portals. At the same time, be abreast of the challenges that would come with travelling by sea. Many people tend to fall seasick, and this results in the whole trip being ruined. Be mindful and cautious before choosing ships.

  About GoAir

GoAir is one of the most preferred airlines by passengers in the country. It commenced operations in 2005 and went on to become the fifth largest airline in India. It was founded by Jehangir Wadia, who is the son of industrialist Nusli Wadia. GoAir started its operations using an Airbus A320. In the beginning, the airlines only operated to four cities that included Goa and Coimbatore. The airline operates 330 daily flights to 38 destinations, of which 27 are domestic cities, and 11 are international. The airline has hubs at major airports like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai, Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata and Kannur International Airport. The international flights only take off from its major hubs. GoAir launched its inaugural flight to Phuket in 2018 and also has a direct flight to Phuket without any layovers.

GoAir became the fifth largest airline in the market after the end of Kingfisher Airlines. In fact, back in 2009, British Airways also showed interest in buying a stake in GoAir. The airline's growth has been slow but quite impressive, too. You can book a GoAir flight on the go quite literally. The airline offers you a ton of options to choose the right flick as per your budget and time. You can either book your tickets online, on their website, or through travel agents. You can even call up the call centres or get a ticket at one of the GoAir counters. Its main aim is to offer an efficient means of air travel that won't burn a hole in your pocket. Not to mention, they also keep you updated on the flight status and any ongoing or upcoming offers. You can also pre-book your seats at a nominal price, so you travel in comfort. The airline also has international SIM card offers on its website for its passengers.

The airline has 57 aircraft in service, 15 Airbus A320-200 aircraft and 42 Airbus A320neo aircraft. Both of the aircraft can accommodate 180-186 passengers. GoAir earned the title 'Best Domestic Airline for Excellency in Quality and Efficient Service by the Pacific Area Travel Writers Association in 2008 and also went on to winning the 'Best Performing Airline' in Asia and Africa in 2011. The airline strives to and makes sure that it increases efficiency. You will also come across quite a few offers for citizens and students who are boarding a GoAir flight. The airline is also known for its punctuality. You can never be late if you are on a GoAir flight unless there are climatic restrictions or emergencies.

Fleet Size of GoAir

GoAir has two types of aircraft in service, the Airbus A320-200 and Airbus A320neo. The airline got its first A320neo aircraft in 2016 and went on to sign a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for 72 more aircraft. It has 15 A320-200 aircraft that can accommodate 180 passengers. There are more than 42 Airbus A320neo aircraft that accommodate up to 186 passengers. The aircraft only has economy class, but it also has offers that can enable you to pre-book a seat as per your convenience.

Baggage Allowance

GoAir has certain baggage allowance restrictions that every passenger must follow. The airline also makes sure that they keep the passengers informed about all of the rules and regulations. The maximum limit for your check-in baggage is 20 kg, and cabin baggage cannot exceed 7 kg. However, if your luggage is exceeding the limit, you will have to inform the airline in advance and also pay a nominal fee for baggage allowance. You can do it through their website or approach the call centre to help you with the process. If you are travelling with an infant, you are allowed one extra cabin baggage not exceeding 7 kg. You will not have to pay extra for it. Make sure you get your web check-in done in advance online, so you don't have to wait in the queue at the airport. Though there are very few times that a passenger's luggage gets lost, the staff is quick to help you locate your luggage and help you with the whole process. You will also have to ensure that you are not carrying explosive or combustible gases or anything that has been restricted by the airline. A list of things to not carry in your check-in baggage comes with your ticket to ensure that you give it a read. You can also not pack your power banks and portable charges in your check-in luggage. Make sure you carry all your electronics and chargers in your cabin baggage. If you have ticked all of these boxes before reaching the airport, you can get your boarding pass quickly and chill at the airport lounge, near your gate, till it is time to board the flight. It also means less hassle for the passengers who are next in line.

In-flight Services

GoAir has quite a few in-flight services for its passengers. If you are registered under Go Business, you will get to take advantage of facilities like free meals, pre-booking seats that have greater legroom as compared to the other seats, priority boarding and increased baggage allowance. The airline also publishes its own magazine called Go Getter, which you can access during your flight. The airline does not have any other in-flight entertainment services apart from the magazine. The airline does not provide earplugs, chewing gums or cotton, if you are sensitive to high altitude, so you will have to carry your own. They also don't serve alcohol in the flight, but they do let you carry your own food inside the aircraft. Serving alcohol is also strictly prohibited in the aircraft. If you are carrying a bottle of water, make sure it is not over 100 ml.

Popular Routes and Top Cities for GoAir

GoAir connects to various domestic and international routes daily. It connects to 11 international destinations like Bangkok, Phuket, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Singapore, Male, Kuwait City and Dubai. It connects to domestic cities like Goa, Delhi, Coimbatore, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Kannur, Hyderabad, Guwahati, Chennai, Chandigarh, Bagdogra, Leh, Lucknow, Jaipur, Jammu, Kolkata, Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune, Patna, Ranchi and Port Blair. GoAir has over 330 flights operating daily to various cities, both domestic and international. The staff is also quite friendly and will guide with whether or not you can explore the city to kill time during long layovers. One of the best features of the airline is that it sticks to the GoAir flight schedule. You will rarely experience a delay in flights unless there is an emergency of sorts. Even if there are delays, the airline makes it a point to inform you well in advance so you can plan your commute accordingly.

Why Travel by GoAir?

GoAir is known for its punctuality and efficiency. Not only does it offer low fares to passengers, but it also offers the best services. You can book a GoAir flight in a few easy steps and all by yourself. If you have missed your connecting flight due to late arrival, the staff tries to accommodate you in the next flight so you can reach your destination on time. You can check the GoAir flight schedule and their flight status on the website. You will also SMS alerts from the airline quite frequently till you board your flight. You can also easily complete your web check-in a day before your flight. The website is very user-friendly, and if you are still unsure, you can call up the call centre to ask one of the executives to help you out. If you are travelling by GoAir, make sure you reach on time because the staff and the airline are quite punctual. If you have a lot of luggage, it is all the more important that you reach before time so you can get your luggage sorted. The airline offers services that you can use to either get discounts on your fares or pay extra to use the premium facilities. If you sign up for the premium services, you can get priority over choosing your seat, baggage and free meals. You will also get access to the VIP lounges at the airport after you are done with your security check and other formalities.

GoAir aims to make travel fun, convenient and affordable to its passengers. Its reputation has grown strong over the years, and it is surely making its way up to the top. It is one of the most preferred airlines among customers for all the right reasons. In addition to the services that you get as a premium passenger, GoAir also offers international SIM on its website. If you are travelling internationally, you can look this up on their website and choose a suitable plan depending on your travel plans. You can avoid being hassled by phone company stalls at the international airports to try and sell you their phone plan.