Travelling seems to be one of the most leisurely activities of most people if not all. Unless you live in the forests, you probably know that most people think of visiting another country or state when it comes to travelling. Or at least that is the traditional definition of travelling known to humankind.
But do you know that travelling trends are evolving and changing with the course of time? This has been true especially in the post-Covid period where people are taking their health more seriously. In such cases travelling options are also bound to change. So, as an Indian, you should know about the newest travelling trends that you can follow in 2025.
The Best Travel Trends For Indians In 2025
1.Domestic travelling in nearby locations
After the Covid-19 pandemic, most Indians are finding it too expensive to travel to locations that are too far from their homes. This is, of course, happening due to financial instability and a focus on saving money. So, the best option in this case is to travel to places closer to one’s residence.
This can include historical sites or monuments present within one’s home location or important places present at least within one’s home state. Some people are also opting to visit places in the state that is nearest to that of their own.
For example, most Bengalis are now preferring to travel to Odisha to see the coasts and the Jagannath Temple or to Jharkhand for visiting Anukul Thakur’s temple and residence. Such options often prove to be cheaper and help to save money in 2025.
2. Visiting places during professional travels
Many Indians are opting to travel to famous tourist destinations while they are on a business trip. Although previously people used to keep business and leisurely travels separate, this does not seem to be the case currently.
This is because most Indians are opting to save money by simply visiting tourist spots in places where they might be present for professional purposes. Many people are doing this all alone in case they are not allowed to let family members come with them. However, Indians who can visit places for business without such restrictions can also consider taking their family with them in order to visit famous places.
This has been the major trend in the 2020s especially among young and middle-aged Indians. Such a trend not only allows someone to get their job done but also explore other cultures especially if it is an international trip.
3. Staying in resorts
Are you someone who likes to travel with friends and explore different places while also partying at the same time? If yes, then you must know about the rising trend of visiting resorts among young Indians. Many Indians are preferring to visit resorts or villas and homestays that are close to their home or in a place with many attractions.
The main benefit of this is that resorts and villas can offer hospitality services such as food, drinks and many more at cheaper prices. Many might also provide travel guides as assistants to visitors who might want to explore nearby places.
While traditional hotels are mostly in urban places, resorts can be present in any setting. Many Indian travellers are opting to visit resorts in rural places in order to spend time in natural settings and observe simple life. Visiting such places can not only be worth your expenses but also can help you relax yourself in a natural and rural setting.
4. Travelling to nearby or secluded places for religious purposes
Religious tourism tends to be a major travelling trend among more than 77% of the Indian population. However, most people nowadays are preferring to travel to rather secluded or nearby places just to get a glimpse of God. This is becoming common in 2025 not just among old people but also among young Indians as well.
The main purpose of this is to not only save money but also feel God’s presence in a rather peaceful environment. Instead of travelling to overcrowded and unsafe religious spots, many people, especially in places like West Bengal, Bihar and South India are preferring to visit historical temples in their own states which mostly experience very few visits. The main purpose of this is to not only feel one with nature but also explore how temples and religious customs from ancient times have been preserved till now.
A Final Thought
I personally feel that travelling preferences are changing among Indians. Instead of choosing chaotic places to visit where there is too much crowd or filth, most Indians are preferring to go to rather peaceful locations. Young Indians are driving this change in travel options by choosing locations with less chaos and more scope of relaxation. In fact, the average urban Indian person is choosing visits to rural places for relieving themselves of the everyday struggle they face.
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