As India marks World Tourism Day 2025, new data from Justdial shows a sharp rise in both domestic and international travel searches between January–August 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.
Domestic tourism has become the cornerstone of India’s travel revival, with a 47% surge in searches Pan-India. Spiritual destinations continue to attract strong interest, with Chardham packages up 73%, Kedarnath 39%, and Ayodhya 40%.
Leisure and hill destinations also saw remarkable spikes – Kerala (+82%), Munnar (+80%), Kashmir (+78%), Shimla (+57%), Darjeeling (+60%), and Ooty (+51%).
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Popular getaways including Manali (+53%), Goa (+27%), Mahabaleshwar (+21%), and Shirdi (+10%) further underscored India’s growing inclination for short and accessible domestic holidays.
World Tourism Day 2025: International Travel Searches Jump 44%
International tourism also rebounded strongly, with a 44% increase in searches across India. Short-haul destinations remain favourites among Indian travellers, led by Nepal (+78%), Thailand (+70%), and Dubai (+41%).
Religious and cultural journeys abroad showed steady demand, with Umrah packages recording 7% growth during the same period.
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World Tourism Day 2025: Changing Consumer Trends
The surge in travel demand highlights India’s rising disposable incomes, preference for domestic tourism amid reduced overseas migration, and enthusiasm for spiritual as well as short-haul journeys.
Justdial continues to empower travellers by offering access to thousands of verified tour operators and curated packages across India and abroad, reinforcing its role as a key enabler of India’s travel ecosystem.
