Egypt, Vietnam and Thailand among top destinations for Indian travellers

Solo travellers take the lead, representing approximately 65 per cent of visa applications in the UAE, 60 per cent in Egypt, 40 per cent in Singapore, and 45 per cent in Vietnam

As the summer season approaches, travellers can now embark on their holiday adventures with confidence, knowing they're headed towards experiences that align with their preferences and desires.

Atlys, an online platform for visa applications, unveils the top destinations and emerging travel trends based on its extensive data analysis.

"We're excited to see such diverse travel interests among our users," says Mohak Nahta, founder and CEO of Atlys. “While international travel keeps growing in India, and more and more Indians contribute to the global, these insights enable us to better tailor our services to meet the evolving needs of travellers worldwide."

According to the report, Egypt, Singapore, Dubai, Vietnam, and Thailand emerge as the top countries for which Indian travellers have applied for visas for summer vacations, offering an enticing mix of culture, adventure, and relaxation for travellers of all interests.

Conducting extensive research on gender-wise distribution, male travellers dominate the visa application scene, representing 77 per cent in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and 71 per cent in Singapore. Meanwhile, 30 per cent of women travellers applied for Singapore visas and 25 per cent of women applied for UAE visas.

Data reveals a diverse age distribution among travellers. While younger demographics, particularly those in the age group of 20 to 35, are prominent, there's a notable representation across various age brackets, indicating the universal appeal of these destinations.

The research also provided insights into city-wise travel. The City of Gold, Dubai turns out to be popular among Indian cities with Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, and Hyderabad leading the pack. Cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi are among the top contributors to the Vietnamese travel surge. Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi display a strong interest in exploring Singapore, the Lion City's charms. Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi showcase a keen interest in Egyptian wonders, followed closely by Chennai and Hyderabad.

Overall, travellers from Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi occupy the top three spots when it comes to embarking on a vacation.

Solo travellers take the lead, representing approximately 65 per cent of visa applications in the UAE, 60 per cent in Egypt, 40 per cent in Singapore, and 45 per cent in Vietnam. Groups of two travellers make up around 20 per cent of visa applications in the UAE, 30 per cent in Egypt, 25 percent in Singapore, and 20 per cent in Vietnam. Larger groups of three or more travellers also applied for visas, with varying proportions across destinations.