Short-haul international trips are all the rage
The Hindu
Maldives, Dubai, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bhutan emerge as preferred choices
While most countries cherished by Indian tourists continue to shut their doors on them 18 months into the COVID-19 pandemic, many are turning to alternatives closer home to indulge their cravings for foreign travel.
Dubai and the Maldives, which emerged as the two topmost foreign destinations for Indians since the pandemic, have further consolidated their position this travel season as more people are willing to venture out and travel demand is at an all-time high in 18 months.
Search enquiries for luxury holidays like the Maldives and Dubai have seen an incredible growth of more than 100% for the month of October this year as compared to the same time last year, according to data shared by travel portal ixigo.