The death of Jorge Bergoglio, the Argentine Pope, this Monday, April 21 at dawn, at 88, moves the world.
While the transfer of your body is awaited to the San Pedro Basilica -Alí the public can see it from Wednesday 23 to Saturday 26, Funeral Day- it is expected that leaders around the world They arrive these days to Rome to pay tribute. Among them, it was confirmed that President Javier Milei will travel with six officials on Thursday, April 24.
Also Many people are expected to come to say goodbye to Pope Francis From all corners of the planet. The images of the Plaza de San Pedro show it filled by thousands of faithful.
From Turismocitya platform that allows you to search and compare travel prices, its founder Julián Gurfinkiel warns that During Monday 35% increased air tickets to Rome on its website, comparing with last Monday.
“If we look at other destinations- which are usually very sought by Argentines- such as Madrid or Miami, they had no variation,” says Gurfinkiel, while highlighting that this growth, for now, shows in Searches to travel in April and something in May.
“When there is more clarity of dates of the conclave I suppose that it will explode More (the search), ”he says.
According to the protocol, The conclave is usually held between 15 and 20 days after the death of the Popealthough once all voters are in Rome, the date can be advanced.
Leaving from Buenos Airesto travel, in April, “flights start at $ 1,350 and in May from $ 1,040,” says Gurfinkiel.
As for accommodation, the increase for now is 20%.
Another agency that warns interest in trips to Rome is Take off.
“Las Searches during the last hours multiplied x 20 If we compare with the last weeks, “says Alejandro Festa, manager of lodging and tourist services of the agency take off.
“This behavior reflects the Interest of thousands of people to be part of tributes and farewells to the high pontiff. We understand that it is a historical moment for many travelers and faithful, and therefore we are working to offer travel options that fit this demand, with the aim of accompanying those who wish to be present in this special instance, “he adds.
And Travel package for 10 nights, from April 24 to May 5costs from $ 3,730,953 per person. The proposal includes flight with a round trip scale, and 3 -star hotel accommodation.