The Indian travel industry anticipates a bustling summer season, fuelled by a surge in demand, shorter booking windows, and the possibility of rising airfares. Travel companies are witnessing significant growth compared to last year, with SOTC Travel witnessing a 25 per cent year-on-year increase in bookings and EaseMyTrip experiencing a staggering 150 per cent rise in travel searches. This pent-up demand, however, could lead to higher airfares, with some experts predicting a 7-10 per cent increase for domestic travel during the peak season (April-June).
Summer holidays (April-June) are usually is a peak season for travellers. Searches already seem to be skyrocketing. For example, EaseMyTrip has observed a remarkable 150 per cent increase in searches compared to last year, indicating a significant uptick in interest, whereas SOTC has witnessed uptick in demand of 25 per cent y-o-y.
While the outlook is positive, experts warn of potential challenges. “Historically, there’s been a…
