Zo World is choosing to grow before it hops on the IPO bandwagon. Experiential partnerships and global expansion are all on the cards as it looks to outgrow the backpacking hostel chain tag.
The world may be looking to get more Indian travelers, but not every country is keen on it, even if India is a low-hanging fruit sitting right beside it.
Surveys by Skift Research across four major markets reveal shifting allegiances for loyalty programs, a widening confidence gaps among leisure travelers, and other trends for 2026.
Indians love shopping and a good bargain. With airlines, destinations, and travel players offering affordable access to travel, Indians are not shying away from crossing borders just to get their hands on luxury products at cheaper prices.
2025 may have been marred by several uncertainties when it comes to travel. But it also brought together two Asian travel powerhouses restoring direct flight connectivity after 5 years.
For Chalet Hotels, the growth lies not in moving away from its core asset ownership model, but in acquiring the right property at the right location, and Udaipur fits the bill.
Tourist arrivals reached 2.17 million by December 11, pushing Sri Lanka past last year’s total. The bigger goal, though, was to edge closer to the 2018 peak of 2.3 million, and much will depend on how many travelers arrive in the last stretch of December.
India’s winter travel is growing in both volume and maturity. Earlier bookings, higher spend on experiences, and strong short-haul demand suggest a more confident, value-conscious traveler.