Bengaluru, Dec 16: Cleartrip, a Flipkart company and one of India’s fastest-growing online travel platforms, has released Cleartrip Unpacked 2025—its annual recap capturing how India flew, stayed, and searched for chutti in 2025. This year’s defining themes were the explosive rise of Gen Z travellers and a strong preference for value and affordability, resonating across millions of bookings.
Flavour of the Year: Affordability, Value & Gen Z
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Seamless digital payments drove growth, with a notable rise in UPI and credit card usage.
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Over 65% of bookings were for budget and mid-range hotels, highlighting value-led travel.
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Mobile-first behaviour dominated, with nearly 65% of bookings made via the Cleartrip app.
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Gen Z travel surged dramatically, with young travellers flocking to destinations like Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, and Bangkok, firmly earning the tag #GenZApproved.
How India Travelled in 2025
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Vietnam emerged as the breakout international destination, recording a sharp surge in traffic.
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Confidence in international travel was boosted by Cleartrip’s Visa Rejection Cover.
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Varanasi and the Andaman Islands saw strong growth in interest.
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Uttar Pradesh emerged as the most visited state, with significant growth in stay searches for Prayagraj and Bareilly.
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Delhi and Bengaluru led solo travel trends, with nearby leisure destinations driving frequent movement.
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International favourites included Phuket, Kuala Lumpur, and Bangkok.
Travel Micro-Trends That Took Off
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Calmcations: Rishikesh, Coorg, Alleppey
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Workations: Goa, Pondicherry, Darjeeling
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Digital Detox Trips: Spiti, Andaman, Ladakh
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Adventure Travel: Bir Billing, Lakshadweep, Auli
Quirky, Unhinged & Unforgettable Travel Moments
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Some travellers booked stays almost a year in advance, while others planned at the very last moment.
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A massive number of bookings were made between 3–4 AM, reflecting India’s round-the-clock travel planning.
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Long stays became a trend, with travellers spending nearly a month at a single property.
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Millions of flight bookings were made within 48 hours of departure, signalling India’s growing comfort with impulsive, spontaneous travel.
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From unusually light packers to travellers carrying excessive baggage, 2025 showcased every shade of travel chaos and charm.