Naples is preparing to welcome a wave of tourists for the upcoming spring holidays, registering a record number of bookings.
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The mayor confirmed it Gaetano Manfredi, who spoke during the afternoon broadcast Radio Goal by Radio Kiss Kiss Napoli. “We have a boom in reservations, which will materialize further based on weather conditions,” said the mayor, underlining the administration's commitment to guaranteeing a welcome that lives up to expectations.
Manfredi announced the activation of a dedicated task force, with the strengthening of information points and the reinforcement of urban hygiene, decorum and transport services.
“We want to offer tourists the best possible version of Naples, aware that tourism represents a crucial economic resource for the city, capable of generating jobs for young people and local businesses,” he explained. Naples, after all, confirms itself as an important international tourist destination all year round: “The seven direct daily flights from the United States are already full, a sign of a very significant foreign presence,” added the mayor.
Chiaia Funicular: green light for new timetables
During the broadcast, the start of the new timetable for the Chiaia Funicular was also announced, starting from Saturday. After a month of testing following maintenance work, the Ministry gave the green light to the full use of the service.
“We have carried out rigorous checks, using advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence systems, to monitor any possible anomaly,” Manfredi explained, comparing the control system to that of a latest-generation car. “Now we are ready to guarantee an efficient and safe service.”
Metro Line 6: New features coming soon
There was no shortage of references to Metro Line 6, which has been the subject of much criticism for delays and service deficiencies. “We are facing two main problems: the lack of drivers and the arrival of new trains, expected only after the summer,” the mayor specified.
The trains currently in use date back to the 90s, but the situation is set to improve with the introduction of the new trains produced by Hitachi. “By the end of the year the service will be fully operational, with more frequent runs and extended timetables,” Manfredi assured.
With a constantly growing tourist offer and a concrete commitment to improving services, Naples confirms itself as one of the capitals of Italian tourism, ready to amaze visitors from all over the world.
Article published on 27 February 2025 - 18:44
It's interesting to see how Naples is trying to improve the welcome for tourists. However, I hope that the problems with the subway are solved quickly, because they are a real problem for those who live here and for those who visit.