Archive · 27 Oct 2025
Indians Embrace Travel for Self-Expression: 2026 Trends
Imagine travel is like choosing your favorite outfits, but for exploring the world!
A new report shows that in 2026, many Indians want to travel in a way that shows who they are.
Instead of just seeing famous landmarks, people will pick hotels they love, visit unique grocery stores, and enjoy beauty treatments while traveling.
More people are planning to travel with their families.
Many travelers will be using AI to help them plan, like finding the best flights.
They're also excited about travel that allows them to connect with others, whether that be sparking new friendships or finding the perfect place to experience the mountains.
The goal is to make travel more personal and meaningful.
59% of Indian travellers plan to travel more in 2026.
Travelers are increasingly using AI for travel planning.
Indians are seeking personalized travel experiences.
Trending destinations include Jorhat and Jaffna.
Family and intergenerational travel are also gaining popularity.
- Who
- Indians
- What
- Travel trends for 2026, focusing on personalization and self-expression.
- When
- 2026
- Where
- Various destinations, including Jorhat, India; Jaffna, Sri Lanka; and others.
- Why
- To create journeys that reflect individual preferences and lifestyles.
- Source
- Skyscanner Travel Trends 2026 Report
- Focus
- Indian travel trends in 2026
- Trending Destinations
- Jorhat, India (+493%); Jaffna, Sri Lanka (+325%)
- Best-Value Destinations
- Tirupati, India (-18%); Langkawi, Malaysia (-17%)
- AI in Travel
- 86% of Indians express confidence in using AI for planning
- Report Launch Location
- New Delhi
- Report Date
- October 27, 2025