Travel companies are experiencing a surge in bookings as extreme heatwave conditions drive people to cooler destinations like Kullu, Manali, and Ladakh from Delhi. Flight fares to Leh have increased by 54%, with searches for last-minute escapes also rising.
Indian travellers are increasingly opting for last-minute bookings for both domestic and international destinations due to factors like more visa-free options, lower average age of travellers, rising disposable incomes, and availability of spontaneous booking choices.
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As the world looks towards Asia for travel opportunities, India stands poised to capitalise on this momentum, leveraging its unique attractions and hospitality to welcome travellers from across the globe. Top outbound destinations this year include Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Thailand, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Georgia, according to the search numbers on travel platforms.