Patna, Varanasi Rise in Travel Searches with Goa Topping the List
India’s love for travel shines as top airports in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kolkata reflect the nation’s passion. wowtickets.com, a UK-based flight booking platform newly launched in India, conducted a survey to uncover Indians’ travel preferences.
Apart from popular spots like Goa and Srinagar, many Indians are exploring Tier 2 cities like Pune and Patna, in addition to the rise of spiritual tourism, with destinations like Varanasi marking a significant increase in interest. The survey unveils top travel trends, with Goa, Delhi, and Mumbai leading the pack. Mumbaikars, Delhiites, and residents of other major cities have their own unique preferences, while Indians are also exploring unconventional routes with either no direct flights or fewer flights available.
Dmitrijus Konovalovas, Director & CEO, wowtickets.com, emphasizes India’s growing tourism sector, driven by the adventurous spirit of the country’s youth. With predictions indicating a booming global tourism market reaching US$ 16.9 trillion, India’s vibrant travel culture is poised to make significant contributions to the industry by 2023.