Pandemic over, people on travel spree again: Survey

 With the Covid-19 pandemic subsiding, individuals are now planning trips abroad, and according to a survey conducted by a private insurance company, Dubai, Maldives, Singapore, and Switzerland are the most-preferred destinations. The survey also found that people are willing to spend more on longer trips.

The survey, conducted by Acko, aimed to understand the travel behavior, patterns, and preferences of Indian travelers in seven major cities. It revealed that 60% of the 1,000 respondents are planning a trip abroad in 2023. The top choices for international destinations were Dubai (25%), Maldives (24%), Singapore (21%), Switzerland (18%), and Bali (15%). It also indicated that 31% of the respondents plan to take more international trips with longer durations, while almost 48% are budgeting more for overseas trips.

Regarding domestic destinations, Goa was found to be the most preferred, with 29% of the respondents planning a visit to the coastal state. Himachal Pradesh (26%), Kerala (22%), Uttarakhand (20%), and Rajasthan (20%) were also popular choices.
The survey also revealed an interest in adventure trips, with one in every three respondents expressing a strong desire to embark on such journeys. Scenic destinations, whether mountains or seaside locations, were equally appealing. Shopping and gastronomic holidays were among the other travel trends observed.

In terms of budgeting, 72% of respondents planning international trips allocated up to Rs 6 lakh, while 55% of those planning domestic travel allocated less than Rs 1 lakh for a trip.
The survey showed that most respondents planned social holidays, including trips with friends, partners, and immediate family members. Only 14% of respondents intended to travel alone.
The importance of travel insurance was also highlighted, as nearly 67% of respondents felt it was a necessity, especially for overseas travel. Approximately 62% of respondents were aware that travel insurance covers medical emergencies, and almost half knew that it also covers lost baggage. The top priority for Indian travelers when choosing travel insurance was medical and accident coverage (38%), followed by trip emergency and trip flexibility cover.

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