The joy of traveling alone offers a unique experience, from exploring destinations at your own pace to meeting new people and creating lasting memories! Taking charge of decisions and saving money are just a few of the benefits of solo travel. And Indians, known for their wanderlust, are standing out in a recent travel report based on data from across India, the United States, Australia, Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the United Kingdom, for solo travelers!! Let's find out more.
Let's go solo!
84% of Indians are planning solo trips this year, surpassing the global average of 66%. This increase is fuelled by a desire for self-discovery, citing the need to reconnect with themselves as their main motivation! Additionally, there are many who seek a break from the hustle bustle of daily life, and are in search of independence.
Indians are also looking for value for money by mastering the art of using travel hacks to make their journeys more affordable and rewarding. This has led to an evident travel boom amongst Indians, with 65% planning more domestic trips and 48% planning more international trips this year.
Spur-of-the-moment trips
Most of them are interested on planning last-minute trips this year (58%) with top reasons being the freedom to explore without pressure (50%), the flexibility to visit multiple destinations (49%), and the desire to experience new cultures and local experiences (48%).
The last-minute travel plan is quite evident in India, with 40% of Indians booking trips a week or less in advance last year. Moreover, 69% have occasionally booked one-way tickets for getting more flexibility in their travel plans.
Indian travellers are not only surpassing their global peers in embracing solo and spontaneous travel but also shaping the future of the travel industry.
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