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NDTV
5 hours ago
- NDTV
Why Indians Are Picking Monsoon As Peak Travel Season, From Goa To Udaipur
Whenever we travel, we generally want the weather to be pleasant and sunny. In fact, whenever it rains, we think it is the worst thing that can happen to our vacation plans. But what if we told you that Indians are actually stepping out in the rain intentionally? Yes, in fact, monsoon, once the most loathed weather to travel in, as it would spill water all over plans (quite literally), is now becoming the new cool time of the year to travel. Data Also Agrees Data also shows the rise in monsoon travel. According to data from Thomas Cook (India), monsoon getaways are rapidly gaining traction among young Indian travellers - Gen Z, millennials, working professionals, couples, multigenerational families, and a new emerging group known as "frolleagues" (friends who are also colleagues). Cleartrip's PeekABoo travel tracker highlights a significant 46% increase in monsoon trip bookings this year, with Tier I cities driving the surge and accounting for a remarkable 78% of total travellers. Most of these adventurers are between 24 and 30 years old, opting for refreshing three-day escapes, what they've dubbed "70-hour monsoon breaks" as an antidote to the typical 70-hour work week (sorry, Narayana Murthy). Despite the growing interest, hotel rates have remained relatively stable with only a slight 3% rise, while airfares have climbed by 13% - still keeping travel within reach for many. PeekABoo also notes a preference for short hotel stays (averaging two nights), while flight bookings suggest longer holidays around seven days. Interestingly, spontaneity is trending - with last-minute bookings up 14% - but so is early planning, which rose by 10%. In short, monsoon travel is peaking in India. But Why? " Yeh mausam ka jaadu hai mitwa (It's the magic of the weather)," is an iconic song from the film Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, and clearly, the rise of monsoon travel is also about the weather (the vibes), above anything else. Let's have a look at some reasons: Natural beauty and waterfalls Monsoon breathes life into landscapes, turning them into vibrant green paradises. For example, Coorg is famously called the "Scotland of India" because of its mist-covered hills and lush coffee plantations that come alive during the rains. Waterfalls like Abbey Falls, Irupu Falls, Chelavara Falls, and Barapole River in Coorg are at their most spectacular, attracting nature lovers and photographers who want to witness the roaring cascades and verdant surroundings. Similarly, places like Cherrapunji and Mawsynram in Meghalaya become mesmerising with their dramatic waterfalls and living root bridges during the monsoon. Adventure and trekking The monsoon season offers thrilling activities such as white-water rafting on Barapole River in Coorg, trekking through the Brahmagiri range, and exploring misty trails in hill stations like Kodaikanal and Lonavala. The rains add an element of excitement, thrill and freshness to these adventures, attracting young travellers and adventure seekers. Cultural and festive experiences Some regions celebrate monsoon-related festivals and offer rich cultural experiences. Cost-effective travel Many hotels and resorts in monsoon hotspots offer attractive discounts and packages, especially because traditionally people avoid travelling during these seasons (the off-season), making it an affordable time to even stay at luxury resorts for leisure trips. Peaceful and less crowded Destinations like Goa and Udaipur see fewer tourists during the monsoon, allowing visitors to enjoy serene beaches, lake views, and heritage sites without the usual crowds. Monsoon enhances the charm of places like Udaipur's Monsoon Palace and boat rides on Lake Pichola with the cool, refreshing weather. Unique experiences Monsoon brings out a different side of destinations. Waterfalls are at their peak, lakes brim with water, and cultural festivals related to the rains are celebrated in many regions. The allure of this is now understood by many, thanks to the rise in promotion on social media. The tea-garden belt of India, from North Bengal to Assam, is also at its greenest best in monsoon. A drive down tea-garden-flanked roads, or a cup of steaming hot tea in one of the many tea estates in the area make for a stunning escape. Short getaways Many travellers, especially Gen Z and millennials, are opting for short, frequent breaks -- "mini-cations" or "micro-breaks" -- to enjoy the monsoon ambience (it's all for the vibes), often just for a weekend. In A Nutshell Monsoon is no longer the time to cancel travel plans -- it's the season to make new ones. What was once considered an inconvenience is now nature, culture, and spontaneous adventure. So, pack your raincoat, playlist, and chai flask, because it seems the best time to travel in India might just be when the clouds burst open.
The Review Geek
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2 Episode 1 Preview: Release Date, Time & Where To Watch
Grand Blue Dreaming Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2 picks up with Iori Kitahara returning to college life and the wild antics of the Peek a Boo diving club. While diving remains in the backdrop of this one, expect most of the season to focus on booze-fuelled chaos, ridiculous pranks, and college hijinks. The dynamic between Iori and Chisa deepens, although any real romance is drowned out by drunken absurdity. With new energy from updated music, not to mention long-awaited fan excitement, the series certainly doesn't look like it's going to miss a beat. If you've been following this anime, you may be curious to find out when the next episode is releasing. Well, wonder no more! Here is everything you need to know about episode 1 of Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2, including the release date, time, and where you can watch this. Where Can I Watch Grand Blue Dreaming? Grand Blue Dreaming is airing in Japan on Tokyo MX and BS11. For everyone else though, this one is also available to stream on Crunchyroll worldwide. Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2 Episode 1 Release Date Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2 Episode 1 will release on Tuesday 8th July in Japan at approximately 12:30am (JST). Of course, this means that for most of the world, this one will debut on Monday 7th July at approximately 4pm (GMT) / 9am (PT). Grand Blue Dreaming's episodes will drop in the native Japanese language with subtitles. Dubbing may well arrive later on down the line, but will largely be dependent on how popular this anime will be. How Many Episodes Will Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2 Have? It has been officially announced that Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2 will drop with a 12 episode season order, which is consistent with the other seasons. One episode will be releasing a week, while each chapter will run for around 23 minutes long. So with that in mind, we've got 11 more episodes left after this week's chapter. Is There A Trailer For Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2? Yes! You can find a trailer for Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2 below: What do you hope to see as the series progresses? What's been your favourite moment of Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2 so far? Let us know in the comments below!
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Business Standard
06-07-2025
- Business Standard
Millennials, GenZs turn monsoon into travel season with value trips
Monsoon, traditionally considered an off-season for travelling, is witnessing an increased demand from GenZs and Millennials flocking to explore adventure and scenic beauty, leveraging the advantage of low pricing and fewer crowds, according to industry experts. "Being a traditionally low season for travel, Monsoon is the perfect time to embrace the great outdoors and experience travel at discounted rates with special offers from backwaters to wildlife safaris, biking trails, spiritual circuits to Ayurveda retreats," Thomas Cook (India) President and Country Head - Holidays, MICE, Visa, Rajeev Kale said in a statement. Monsoon holidays offer something for every traveller across segments of families, millennials, working professionals, groups of friends, couples and 'frolleagues', he said. According to Thomas Cook (India) data, monsoon holidays are gaining strong interest from young India's GenZ and Millennials, working professionals, couples, multigenerational families, a rising segment - 'frolleagues' (colleagues who double as friends). "The monsoon season is opening up exciting opportunities for travellers to experience India at its lush and vibrant best. We're also seeing a shift beyond metros, with growing demand from tier II and III cities. "Micro-breaks, mini-cations and weekend getaways are becoming the new norm, as travellers seek shorter, more frequent holidays," SOTC Travel president and country head - Holidays and Corporate Tours, S D Nandakumar said. According to PeekABoo, Cleartrip's exclusive travel trend tracker, monsoon travel bookings has surged by 46 per cent this year with tier I cities leading the charge, contributing a massive 78 per cent of all travellers. "Mostly 24-30-year-olds, escaping the grind with short 3-day getaways, or as they call it, a 70-hour monsoon break instead of a 70-hour work week," according to PeekABoo data. Even with soaring demand, hotel rates are holding steady (just 3 per cent higher), and airfares are up 13 per cent, making travel still accessible, it added. Most travellers prefer short hotel stays (2 nights), while flight bookings show longer getaways averaging 7 days, it stated. Also, spontaneity is in (last-minute bookings up 14 per cent), so is early planning (up 10 per cent), the data added. ixigo Group Co-CEO Rajnish Kumar also said the monsoon season is seeing an unexpected surge in demand this year. "Several factors, including unrest in destinations like Kashmir and broader geopolitical concerns, prompted a section of travellers to postpone their summer holiday plans. However, this pent-up demand is now spilling over into the monsoon, with flight bookings rising by 25-30 per cent YoY to emerging destinations like Port Blair, Tirupati, Udaipur, Coimbatore, and Dehradun," he said. Attractive monsoon sales by airlines and hotels are further fuelling this trend, offering value-driven deals and encouraging travellers to explore off-season getaways, he added.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Time of India
Monsoon travel surges among Gen Z, Millennials as off-season tourism gains momentum
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Monsoon, traditionally considered an off-season for travelling, is witnessing an increased demand from GenZs and Millennials flocking to explore adventure and scenic beauty, leveraging the advantage of low pricing and fewer crowds, according to industry experts."Being a traditionally low season for travel, Monsoon is the perfect time to embrace the great outdoors and experience travel at discounted rates with special offers from backwaters to wildlife safaris, biking trails, spiritual circuits to Ayurveda retreats," Thomas Cook (India) President and Country Head - Holidays, MICE, Visa, Rajeev Kale said in a holidays offer something for every traveller across segments of families, millennials, working professionals, groups of friends, couples and 'frolleagues', he to Thomas Cook (India) data, monsoon holidays are gaining strong interest from young India's GenZ and Millennials, working professionals, couples, multigenerational families, a rising segment - 'frolleagues' (colleagues who double as friends)."The monsoon season is opening up exciting opportunities for travellers to experience India at its lush and vibrant best. We're also seeing a shift beyond metros, with growing demand from tier II and III cities."Micro-breaks, mini-cations and weekend getaways are becoming the new norm, as travellers seek shorter, more frequent holidays," SOTC Travel president and country head - Holidays and Corporate Tours, S D Nandakumar said. Monsoon travel is picking up pace: Cleartrip's PeekABoo reveals a 46 per cent surge in bookingsAs per PeekABoo, Cleartrip's exclusive travel trend tracker, monsoon travel bookings has surged by 46 per cent this year with tier I cities leading the charge, contributing a massive 78 per cent of all travellers."Mostly 24-30-year-olds, escaping the grind with short 3-day getaways, or as they call it, a 70-hour monsoon break instead of a 70-hour work week," according to PeekABoo with soaring demand, hotel rates are holding steady (just 3 per cent higher), and airfares are up 13 per cent, making travel still accessible, it travellers prefer short hotel stays (2 nights), while flight bookings show longer getaways averaging 7 days, it spontaneity is in (last-minute bookings up 14 per cent), so is early planning (up 10 per cent), the data Group Co-CEO Rajnish Kumar also said the monsoon season is seeing an unexpected surge in demand this year."Several factors, including unrest in destinations like Kashmir and broader geopolitical concerns, prompted a section of travellers to postpone their summer holiday plans. However, this pent-up demand is now spilling over into the monsoon, with flight bookings rising by 25-30 per cent YoY to emerging destinations like Port Blair, Tirupati, Udaipur, Coimbatore, and Dehradun," he monsoon sales by airlines and hotels are further fuelling this trend, offering value-driven deals and encouraging travellers to explore off-season getaways, he added.
