Indian Travellers

Cruise travel is gaining ground among Indian holidaymakers, with new trends emerging in planning behaviour, destination preferences, and booking channels, according to a new report released by Int2Cruises, Asia’s cruise-first online travel platform. The study reveals that Indian travellers are prioritising cruises as their preferred holiday option, with smarter planning and greater confidence in digital discovery. The report outlines how the market is reshaping cruise demand across Asia and beyond.

This article is the second of a two-part series, exploring premiumization in India

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) is preparing to launch lactose-free milk and intensify buffalo milk procurement, particularly in North

For Indian consumers, food safety is no longer negotiable. The survey found that 84% view safe and healthier food as the most important factor in their buying decisions.

The incident involving Navya Nair highlights a common concern facing many visitors to Australia — what can be brought in without the risk of breaching strict biosecurity laws?

We speak to tourism marketers on how international countries are marketing themselves to Indian travellers to turn social media inspiration into long-haul bookings.

Agoda reported a 68% surge in Indian searches for Japan trips between May 15 and August 15, 2025. Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto led the growth, with Osaka up 158%. Destinations like Hakone, Okinawa, Fujikawaguchiko and Nagoya also gained traction. The trend shows Indians seeking cultural, leisure and scenic escapes beyond traditional hotspots, widening Japan’s travel appeal.

Hottest travel trend revealed: 82 per cent of Indian travellers say they will choose destinations primarily for their cultural offerings in the coming year.

Gst Rate Cut: Diwali arrives early for the Indian middle class. The GST Council reduces tax slabs to 5% and 18%. Food, essentials, and durables become cheaper. Families save money on various products. Personal care items and smaller cars also see tax cuts. Health insurance becomes exempt from GST. The new rates are effective from September 22, 2025.

Booking.com reveals Indian travellers are prioritizing short domestic and international trips in H1 2025, with Dubai and Tokyo seeing significant increases in searches. Discover the trends driving travel choices this year.

Gen-Z travellers (in their early to late 20s) are increasingly choosing offbeat getaways over traditional tourist destinations. It’s no secret that a large population of Gen-Z travellers are looking for authenticity, affordability, sustainability, and adventure when it comes to travel. And rightfully so. For things unique and sometimes unknown, going offbeat is the answer. Here are five key reasons driving this trend.

18/09/2025 India rises: global travel retail’s new star India is increasingly becoming a vital part of the beverage alcohol duty free landscape and with Indian passenger numbers expected to grow by +50% over the next five years Indian travellers will be vital to the future success of GTR India’s...

Every conversation about India’s economic future tends to revolve around the same idea - the youth dividend. With half the population under 30, India is seen

Travel in India today looks different from five years ago. Weekends are shorter, expectations are higher, and people want travel that fits into work, family,

The Indian festive season is often described as the Super Bowl of retail. From Diwali to Christmas, it is the period when consumers loosen their purse strings, retailers roll out aggressive campaigns, and the supply chain is tested to its limits. In 2024, India’s festive e-commerce sales alone surged by 12% year-on-year, touching $14 billion

A recent report indicates evolving travel preferences among Indian millennials and Gen Z. Millennials prioritize family trips, exceeding the Asia-Pacific average. Gen Z redefines group travel by including diverse companions. Most Indian travelers are willing to cover trip costs for loved ones. While travel spending is increasing, value and budgeting remain important. Short trips are favored over long holidays.

The Maldives is witnessing a resurgence of Indian tourists, with improved diplomatic relations and new luxury resorts near the airport.

Diverse consumer profiles — from Chennai’s gold-centric households to Bengaluru’s startup founders — create a burgeoning luxury market that global brands can’t afford to misunderstand.

India News: For the first time this millennium, excluding the Covid period, Indian visits to the US declined in June 2025, dropping 8% to 2.1 lakh. This fall alig

Market Pulse: Key Movements Across the Nation India Earns First Sovereign Credit Rating Upgrade in 18 Years S&P Global Ratings upgraded India’s long-term sovereign credit rating from 'BBB–' to 'BBB', with a stable outlook—the first upgrade since 2007. The upgrade reflects India’s robust economic gro

Discover why 82% of Indian travellers in 2025 are prioritising cultural tourism, festivals, heritage cities, and immersive experiences in India and abroad.