Indian Tourists Choose Southeast Asia Amid Global Shifts

Due to recent events in West Asia and Europe, many Indian people are changing where they go on vacation.

Instead of going to places like the United States or Europe, they are now choosing Southeast Asian countries like Thailand and Vietnam.

Travel agents say that people are postponing or canceling trips to the West, with about 25 to 30 percent changing their plans.

Southeast Asia is more appealing because it's seen as safer and cheaper, with some places like Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, and the Philippines seeing a big jump in visitors.

Even though the cost of flights to Southeast Asia has gone up, they are still more affordable than long-distance trips.

Easier visa rules and lower costs are also helping this change.