New Delhi, 10 June 2024: New data from Airbnb reveals a significant increase in bookings to Thailand by Indian guests, with a year-on-year growth of over 60% from 2022 to 2023. This surge was particularly noticeable during the recent Holi and Easter long weekends, when searches by Indian guests for stays in Thailand rose by more than 200%.
According to Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports, India is now the fifth largest inbound market for Thailand. This growth is attributed to the Thai government’s visa-free policy, which has been extended until 11 November 2024, and the availability of numerous non-stop daily flights.
The increase in travel interest is driven by India’s younger generation, with Gen Z and Millennials…