2023 Travel Recap: Indians prefer tried-and-tested destinations, reveal Agoda
As we’re nearing the end of 2023, Agoda has revealed the top travel locations of the year Indian travellers. Domestically, New Delhi and NCR was the most booked and for Indians travelling abroad, Thailand’s capital Bangkok leapfrogged Dubai to claim the top spot. Additionally, Agoda rankings also revealed that in terms of foreign travel preferences, Ind tend to favour short-haul destinations around the region. Bangkok, Dubai, Bali, Singapor and Pattaya have emerged as the top five outbound destinations.
As the year draws to a close, digital travel platform Agoda unveiled the top destinations for Indian travellers in 2023. Domestically, like in 2022, New Delhi and NCR was the most booked destination on Agoda. For Indians traveling abroad Thailand’s capital Bangkok leapfrogged Dubai to claim the top spot.
The rankings with the most booked destinations on Agoda underscore a distinct inclination among Indians for tried-and-tested destinations, showcasing a preference for all-time favourites that have lots to offer to any type of traveller and no matter how frequently they are visited.
When it comes to international travel choices, Indians consistently favour short haul destinations across the region. Chart topper Bangkok and fifth most popular destination Pattaya are poised to further strengthen their appeal, with the recent announcement of visa-free travel for Indians to Thailand. The other most popular destinations for Indian travellers are Dubai in second, Bali in third, and Singapore in fourth.
