From The Economic Times · Anumeha Chaturvedi · · 1m
Indians travel more despite costly flights
Festive travel bookings surge as hotel rates jump 27% post-Diwali.
In brief
Festive travel bookings surge as hotel rates jump 27% post-Diwali. Indian travelers are booking more trips despite rising flight and hotel costs, with rates expected to increase 26.94% for mid-scale hotels after Diwali. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
Travel bookings rise
Travel companies report increased bookings for the festive season despite higher airfares.
Hotel rates to jump 27%
Average mid-scale hotel rates are expected to rise 26.94% above pre-Diwali levels between November 11-15.
Premium rates climb
Premium hotel rates could increase from ₹25,917 to ₹31,163 during post-Diwali weekend.
Goa sees steepest price rise
Goa's premium rates are projected to climb nearly 42% from ₹24,218 to ₹34,355 between November 16-30.
Sterling Holiday Resorts sees 24% demand growth
Sterling Holiday Resorts reports a 24% year-on-year increase in festive season travel bookings.
Pickyourtrail books up 80-90%
Pickyourtrail reports an 80-90% year-on-year increase in international travel bookings.
The essence
Indian travelers are booking more trips despite rising flight and hotel costs, with rates expected to increase 26.94% for mid-scale hotels after Diwali.
