Skift India Report

While India and Pakistan have reached an understanding to halt the ongoing conflict, it might take some time before travel to and within India can return to normal.

With key airports closed and flights canceled, the worry now is how far the disruption could spread — and how long it might last.

Air Kerala is set to join a wave of airlines coming up in India. The carrier's niche positioning: Offering low-cost direct connectivity to Kerala expats based in the Middle East.

For Indians, it is no longer about just ticking off a popular destination. Travel is more about experiencing a destination, whether it's within the country or beyond.

While much has been said about the strong momentum in India's aviation sector, the sudden closure of Pakistan's airspace throws a wrench in the works. With longer routes pushing up operating costs, airlines are now staring at slimmer margins, all while battling it out in an already cut-throat market.

Cruise tourism in India has long had a loyal following, but it’s the growing integration with the MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) segment that’s giving it an extra push.

Despite the emphasis that the Indian Prime Minister places on the tourism sector, the underutilization of funds raises some very pertinent questions about the tourism focus for the government.

Tourism boom comes with its baggage. For hotels, real luxury now means doing it sustainably.

As experience-driven travel rises, sports fans are boosting domestic tourism by traveling to watch the Indian Premier League live. Hotel and train bookings have spiked, but a growing number of ticketing and travel scams are making many travelers cautious.

Indians hunt for travel deals like pros, but when it comes to shopping, they don't resist. No wonder they're a favorite of destinations chasing tourism bucks!