With the Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament underway, sports fans across the country are traveling to different parts of India to watch the live matches.
“Being one of the most-awaited cricket tournaments in India, the Indian Premier League is a strong driver of travel and tourism in the country. Each season, we see a noticeable spike in flight and hotel bookings, especially around match days in host cities. The league’s multi-city format encourages fans to travel across states to support their teams,” online travel agency EaseMyTrip’s CEO Rikant Pittie told Skift.
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