Festive Travel Gets More Intentional: Indian Travelers Look Beyond the Traditional Holiday, Agoda Reports
Agoda reports that Indian travelers are increasingly combining festive celebrations with leisure travel during the October-November holiday season.
The findings are based on accommodation searches made between August 1 and September 30, 2026, for stays between October 15 and November 30.
Top International Destinations
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Bangkok, Phuket, and Tokyo emerged as the most searched international cities.
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Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong SAR saw strong growth in search interest from Indian travelers.
Fast-Growing International Markets
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Sri Lanka recorded the highest growth in searches among top international destinations.
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Significant increases were also seen for Japan, Vietnam, and Hong Kong SAR.
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Popular attractions include cultural experiences, beaches, food, and seasonal events such as Japan's autumn foliage.
Most Popular Domestic Destinations
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Goa, Puri, and Udaipur were the top domestic destinations.
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Strong growth was also recorded for Ooty, Munnar, and Varanasi.
Changing Travel Preferences
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Indian travelers are increasingly choosing destinations based on experiences rather than traditional holiday itineraries.
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Beach vacations, cultural trips, city breaks, hill station getaways, and spiritual tourism are all seeing growing interest.
Agoda's Perspective
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Gaurav Malik, Country Director for the Indian Subcontinent & Indian Ocean Islands at Agoda, noted that travelers are seeking a broader range of experiences during the festive season, reflecting more personalized travel choices.
Key Takeaway
Agoda's festive travel data indicates that Indian travelers are embracing diverse travel experiences, with strong demand for both Asian international destinations and domestic leisure, nature, and heritage escapes.
