With Independence Day and Raksha Bandhan creating an ideal long weekend window this August, Cleartrip’s travel trends tracker, PeekABoo, has unveiled fascinating insights into Indian travellers’ booking patterns. The findings suggest a growing preference for cost-effective, meaningful getaways that balance festive commitments with a desire for exploration.

“Long weekends have always been a popular reason for travel among travelers, and the window between Independence Day and Raksha Bandhan is no exception. What has emerged is the trend of value-driven getaways that balance festive obligations with a growing desire for cost-effective yet fulfilling travel experiences.”
— Manjari Singhal, Chief Growth and Business Officer, Cleartrip

Key Takeaways from PeekABoo: Flight Trends
Metro favourites: Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Chennai remain top travel hubs.
Tier-2 traction: Cities such as Goa, Pune, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Jaipur, Lucknow, and Bhubaneswar are experiencing a healthy surge in movement.

Airfares are holding steady at an average of ₹6,000–₹7,000, with no significant surge in demand despite the peak season.

Hotel Trends
Top states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Goa, and Kerala, are leading in hotel bookings.
Emerging destinations, including Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Uttarakhand, and Gujarat, are seeing notable interest.
Hotel tariffs are averaging ₹5,000–₹6,000—slightly higher than last year, indicating growing demand.
International Escapes
Short-haul and visa-easy destinations, such as Kuala Lumpur, Bali, Don Mueang, and Bangkok, are among the top choices.
Factors influencing popularity: affordability, convenience, and short flight durations.

Bus Travel Insights
A strong surge in short-haul and home-bound travel via buses.
Leading cities for bus bookings include Bangalore, Nagpur, Pune, Lucknow, Coimbatore, Vijayawada, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Indore.

Traveler Demographics
Tier-1 cities account for 70% of total bookings, likely driven by home visits during the festive period.
Male travelers represent 68% of bookings—indicating a gender skew in festive travel.

As long weekends become more strategically utilised by Indian travelers, the focus continues to shift towards budget-conscious, well-planned holidays—signalling a maturing travel landscape driven by experience and efficiency.

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