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Republic Day Long Weekend Fuels Travel Surge as Goa Tops Bookings and Micro-Getaways Spike

Industry data points to a shift toward short, experience-led trips with easy-visa options such as Thailand and Vietnam.

Overview

  • Travel platforms and hotel groups report elevated bookings for the Jan 26 break, with a pronounced spike in last-minute reservations since Jan 23–24.
  • Goa is the most booked domestic destination, with Jaipur, Udaipur, Manali and Pondicherry rounding out the top picks.
  • International demand is concentrated on easy-visa, well-connected markets, led by Thailand and Vietnam.
  • Hotels cite higher occupancies alongside rising requests for wellness-led stays, curated local experiences and flexible terms.
  • Operators expect further late pickups closer to arrival as urban travelers opt for short, high-value micro-getaways.