The nearest airport is in Jammu, which is well-connected to major cities in India. From Jammu, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to Katra, the base camp for the Vaishno Devi trek.
The trek is arduous but the scenic beauty and the spiritual experience make it worthwhile.
As the day wore on, the snowfall intensified, and the shrine was blanketed in a thick layer of snow. But the devotees didn't let that deter them. They sat by the fire, sipping hot tea and sharing stories of their journey.