Skyscanner’s report reveals India’s Gen Z’s strong desire for overseas travel fueled by financial independence and a passion for exploration.
INDIA – Global travel marketplace, Skyscanner, has unveiled its latest report titled ‘First Trip with Skyscanner’, revealing a strong desire for travel among India‘s Gen Z (aged 18-25). Nearly half (47%) of them are eagerly planning leisure trips abroad, without their parents or guardians, fueled by their deep desire for exploration and new adventures (49%). What’s more interesting is that financial independence is key to Gen Zs, with a whopping 81% choosing to plan their first overseas adventure after landing their first job or receiving their first paycheck.
Taking your first overseas trip represents a significant milestone for numerous young adults worldwide. While many times it is with a graduation celebration, in India, it only becomes a reality after they land their first job. In fact, 2 in 3 young Indians are…