Travel

2025 became a year of highs and headwinds for Indian travel industry

Next year will open with concerts by American rock band Linkin Park and singer John Mayer in January in Bengaluru and Mumbai, followed by the month-long ICC Men's T20 cricket World Cup starting in Feb

Indians chase adventure tourism, bookings log double-digit growth in 2025

Indians are increasingly chasing experiences, with adventure tourism bookings recording high single-digit to double-digit growth in 2025 across age groups and destinations

Hotels see jolly December as festival travel lifts business by 30%

Festive travel demand peaks as hotel bookings jump nearly 30% in December, pushing room rates and airfares higher across popular leisure destinations in India

How India travelled in 2025: Spiritual, concert-led trips top the chart

This surge in spiritual travel was much higher than the steady growth seen in 2024, when pilgrimage destinations such as Ayodhya and Varanasi recorded 50% growth

'Worst is behind us, focus on rebuilding': IndiGo CEO's message to staff | Indigo crisis | Flights

IndiGo Airlines Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Pieter Elbers has told the employees that the "worst is behind us", weeks after the budget carrier witnessed widespread flight cancellations

Insights on visa processing from the co-founder of StampMyVisa

In this session, Rahul Borude, Co-founder & CEO of StampMyVisa shares his rich insights on visa processing and provides career tips to BSchool students

Rupee dip against US dollar adds baggage to overseas travel costs

As the rupee weakens past 90/$, outbound travellers may adjust itineraries or reduce spends, while inbound and domestic tourism gain as India becomes more cost-competitive.

Trump administration plans to expand travel ban to nearly 30 countries

A list of the countries being added to the ban is expected to come soon, according to a Department of Homeland Security official

Winter is calling: Indian travellers chase the chill to ring in New Year

Demand for bus and flight routes to Srinagar, Dehradun, Manali up on-year amid rising air and hotel fares for beach destinations

Army Discipline, Corporate Edge: MMT Group CHRO

From the Indian Armed Forces to leading HR at MakeMyTrip, Yuvaraj Srivastava, MMT Group CHRO, shares powerful lessons on leadership, culture, and building high-performing teams in today’s workplace >

7 in 10 trips in India planned by women, changing travel industry: Report

They make early bookings while prioritising safety and looking for upgrades, it says

Moving India: So near yet so far for Gujarat's transport infrastructure

The fourth of a six-part series examines why daily commute in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and GIFT City remains a challenge despite better bus and metro services, and new infrastructure

Love takes flight: Indian honeymooners increasingly look beyond symbolism

From classic favourites like Maldives and Paris to emerging hotspots like Vietnam and Norway, couples are seeking honeymoons that blend luxury, culture, and authentic experience

India's travel boom gets luxe: Early bookings, smart spends, big getaways

Premium stays, early planning, and value deals define Indian travellers' festive bookings, finds MakeMyTrip

Office clusters, corporate travel to drive next growth for hotel firms

Ventive, Brigade, Samhi and Chalet Hotels plan bulk of new inventory near metro office hubs as corporate travel and weekday occupancy boost room yields

EU launches digital entry system for travellers under new border rules

Travellers to Europe, including Indians, will be subject to new entry registrations from Sunday under a phased implementation of the European Union's new digital border system. The EU's Entry Exit System (EES) requires non-EU citizens to register at the border when entering any of the EU countries by scanning their passport and having their fingerprints and photograph taken. EES will be a requirement when entering Schengen area countries including Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, with Ireland and Cyprus exempt. For travellers using the Port of Dover, Eurotunnel at Folkestone or Eurostar at St Pancras International in London, the process will take place at the border before they leave the UK. We must do everything we can to prevent terrorists and irregular migrants from entering the Schengen Area illegally, said Rasmus Stoklund, EU's Minister for Immigration and Integration. It is crucial that we maintain effective control over third-country nationals entering the ...

Hospitality, travel sectors see high demand ahead of long Diwali weekend

Hospitality and travel services providers are witnessing robust demand this festive season in the run-up to the long Diwali weekend, registering strong bookings across urban and leisure destinations, with intercity bus services occupancy levels even touching 95-100 per cent. With the GST reform acting as a key driver for mid-scale hotels and mid-market domestic customers, making it easier for travellers to explore lesser-known destinations, Hotel Association of India (HAI) President K B Kachru said early trends show higher hotel occupancy, reflecting the excitement of travellers celebrating festivals with family, friends, and leisure getaways. "Booking patterns this season highlight travellers' preference for convenience, flexibility, and curated experiences. Many hotels are reporting growing interest in premium and experiential stays, signalling a shift toward immersive travel that blends leisure, culture, and wellness," he said. Kachru, who is also Chairman- South Asia, Radisson .

'Nap'cations: A perfect getaway to sleep in is India's new travel trend

Several hotels and resorts have created packages to cater the demand

Foreign travel bookings soar 24% this festival season, Asia-Pacific tops

Strap: Indians are spending ₹25k-95k on festival getaways, with short-haul Asia and boutique domestic breaks driving an 18% surge in travel demand.

Agoda sees 67% rise in int'l travel interest to India for Diwali 2025

South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia emerging as new inbound markets for festive period