Indians and the grey gap year: From solo travel to road trips, senior citizens are travelling more

Indians and the grey gap year: From solo travel to road trips, senior citizens are travelling more

Better financial stability, less need to support the younger generation, and the desire to enjoy life after being cooped up at home during the pandemic is seeing the silver generation stepping out more today Better financial stability, less need to support the younger generation, and the desire to enjoy life after being cooped up at … Read more

Road travel fairly nascent travel category in India; Car rentals to remain the most preferred way to travel

Road travel fairly nascent travel category in India; Car rentals to remain the most preferred way to travel

‘Even though the restrictions will reduce over time, but covid has surely changed the way people travel, for good.’ As the second wave of the pandemic begins to ease and people are looking for options to satiate their pent up travel need, what options lie in front of travelers and how best can they travel … Read more

Premium stay or discount deals? From vacation homes, wellness retreats to road trips!

Premium stay or discount deals? From vacation homes, wellness retreats to road trips!

Several surveys have indicated that people are ready to pay a premium for their safety. Image: SaffronStays-Harmony Deolali Dreaming of a road trip or an Ayurveda wellness retreat in a picturesque lush green scenic spot? Good news! 2021 offers a perfect opportunity for Indian travellers to step out from their homes! Be it a staycation, … Read more

Local travel no 1 choice! Indians prefer familiar destinations, holidaying with pets, shows new survey

Local travel no 1 choice! Indians prefer familiar destinations, holidaying with pets, shows new survey

Clearly, safety and familiarity are becoming top priority for travellers. (Image: Goa Tourism on Twitter) Domestic travel surges! A new survey shows that nostalgia and familiar experiences entice Indian travellers, just as they now look to travelling with their furry friends, yes – their much loved pets! Booking.com has shared insights from its latest survey, … Read more

More demand for road trips, staycations and pilgrimages; biz travel already on the rise: Harshit Vyas, SVP & COO, OYO India and South Asia

More demand for road trips, staycations and pilgrimages; biz travel already on the rise: Harshit Vyas, SVP & COO, OYO India and South Asia

Ask Harshit Vyas about his favourite holiday destination and it turns out that it is Mykonos in Greece. How safe is it to go on a weekend getaway or head out to leisure destinations like Goa or a pilgrimage? The answers may vary but travellers are keen to venture out to nearby locations and weekend … Read more

COVID-19 has given impetus to domestic travel and PM’s vision of ‘DekhoApnaDesh’: Harshit Vyas, SVP & COO, Oyo India and South Asia

COVID-19 has given impetus to domestic travel and PM’s vision of ‘DekhoApnaDesh’: Harshit Vyas, SVP & COO, Oyo India and South Asia

One of the youngest CXOs in the country’s hospitality segment, Harshit Vyas, is an early OYOpreneur and he led OYO’s first foray into the international market. Rising optimism among travellers is giving domestic travel a much needed boost! One of the youngest CXOs in the country’s hospitality segment, Harshit Vyas, is an early OYOpreneur and … Read more

What will travel be like in 2021? Airbnb reveals top 3 travel trends for 2021

What will travel be like in 2021? Airbnb reveals top 3 travel trends for 2021

The COVID-19 impact is expected to gradually lessen though safety protocols continue to be a key criteria. Airbnb latest travel survey: What will travel be like in 2021? Look no further as Airbnb has revealed new trends for the year 2021! Given how COVID-19 has tossed out most travel plans for people in 2020, Airbnb … Read more

Your next hotel stay set to change! Gear up for digital menus, robot services, boxed meals and more

Your next hotel stay set to change! Gear up for digital menus, robot services, boxed meals and more

Not all stakeholders are convinced that guests will venture out to hotels and dining in restaurants though the lockdown has lifted and hotels are now rolling out special offers and initiatives. (Representative image) While travel may take time to pick up, luxury hotels in Delhi and Noida are ready to welcome guests. For Indian travellers, … Read more