{"id":19801,"date":"2025-01-24T22:22:03","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T16:52:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/?page_id=19801"},"modified":"2025-01-24T22:22:03","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T16:52:03","slug":"honeymoon-travel-trends-reveal-a-growing-interest-in-mini-moons-mega-moons-baby-moons-and-milestone-anniversary-celebrations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/honeymoon-travel-trends-reveal-a-growing-interest-in-mini-moons-mega-moons-baby-moons-and-milestone-anniversary-celebrations\/","title":{"rendered":"Honeymoon Travel Trends Reveal a Growing Interest in Mini-Moons, Mega-Moons, Baby-moons and Milestone Anniversary Celebrations!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mediatxt clear_data_more_details data_details_list-style\" data-bind=\"html:newsmediaDetailViewModel.newsmediaDetailResponseList().shortDescription\">\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Top honeymoon destinations: Andamans and Bali top the demand leaderboard; followed by Kerala and Manali (domestic);Thailand, Maldives, Malaysia (short-haul);Switzerland, France, Greece, Mauritius, Australia, New Zealand, T\u00fcrkiye (mid\/long-haul)<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Emerging on the radar: Vietnam, Fiji, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Oman, Hungary, Czech Republic<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Shift to experiential: From merely romantic, new-age couples opting for outdoor-adventure, cuisine\u2026<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Top Honeymoon experiences:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Outdoor-adventure: Mangrove kayaking (Abu Dhabi), white\/black water rafting (Rishikesh\/New Zealand)<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Unique stays: underwater villas (Maldives), treehouses (Malaysia), lighthouse (California)<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Culinary experiences: private island dining (Queensland\/Maldives), Chocolate Express (Switzerland), cheese and wine (France)<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Increase in duration and spends:<\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Domestic: Rs. 1-1.5 lakh (5-6 nights) Vs Rs.80,000-1 lakh (4-5 nights)<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>International Mid-Short Haul: Rs. 1-2 lakh (5-8 nights) Vs Rs.95,000- Rs.1 lakh (4-6 nights)<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>International Long Haul: Rs. 4-5 lakh (8-15 nights) Vs Rs.3-4 lakh (7-12 nights)<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Increased spend appetite:10-15% YoY<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mediabtxt data_details_list-style\" data-bind=\"html:newsmediaDetailViewModel.newsmediaDetailResponseList().description\">\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-IN\">With the onset of India\u2019s wedding season, Thomas Cook (India) Limited &#8211; and SOTC Travel, have identified a strong demand from the high opportune couple segment \u2013 both honeymooners, and couples celebrating anniversaries and special occasions. The Companies\u2019 consumer data reveals both a significant shift in honeymoon travel trends as well as an increased demand, with an uptick in online searches, by over 30%. To capitalize on this strong opportunity the Companies have introduced a range of Honeymoon &amp; Romantic Holidays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-IN\">With demanding work schedules and limited vacation time, today\u2019s young newlyweds are opting for Mini-moons \u2013 a short 3-4 days honeymoon to nearby destinations, followed by a longer 7-15 days Mega-moon later in the year. Before the birth of the baby, India\u2019s couples are also taking time off to travel, to celebrate the good news and spend quality time with their spouse \u2013 resulting in the emergence of Baby-moons! Additionally, couples are also travelling to celebrate wedding anniversaries, including milestones like their 25th and 50th celebrations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-IN\">What is noteworthy, is that Thomas Cook and SOTC\u2019s data reveals growth in the extended honeymoon trend &#8211; not just from metros, but also mini-metros and regional India\u2019s tier 2-3 cities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Thomas Cook &amp; SOTC Travel\u2019s Honeymoon &amp; Romantic Holidays portfolio features a range of handpicked destinations &#8211; from favourites like Switzerland, France<\/span>\u00a0<span lang=\"EN-IN\">Greece, Australia, New Zealand, T\u00fcrkiye to new emerging romantic destinations like Vietnam, Fiji, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Oman, Hungary, Czech Republic. On offer are an array of island locales: Mauritius, Maldives, Hawaii, Bali, Thailand (Krabi, Kho Pha-Ngan, Hua-Hin), Malaysia (Tioman, Redang, Taman Negara). Also featured are the sub-continent\u2019s honeymoon favourites: Andamans, Kashmir, Himachal, Kerala, North East, Goa, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Bhutan and Sri Lanka.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Top destinations:<\/span><\/strong><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Domestic and Indian subcontinent:\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Andamans, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir, North East, Goa, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Bhutan and Sri Lanka<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">International favourites:\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Indonesia (Bali), Thailand, Maldives, Malaysia, Mauritius, Switzerland, France, Greece, Australia, New Zealand, T\u00fcrkiye<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">International emerging:\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Vietnam, Fiji, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Oman, Hungary, Czech Republic<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong> <span lang=\"EN-IN\">Top honeymoon trends include:<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">A growing demand for outdoor-adventure: <\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Mangrove kayaking in Abu Dhabi, white\/black-water rafting\u00a0 Rishikesh\/New Zealand, waterfall abseiling in Malaysia, wadi-hopping in Oman, paragliding in Bir Billing, biking trips in Leh-Ladakh, jeep safaris in Jaisalmer\/Thekkady, hiking\/sledding\/snowboarding in Switzerland<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Couples prefer exclusive and premium accommodation-:\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Chalets stays in Switzerland, chateaus in France, underwater villas\/water bungalows in Maldives\/Mauritius, lighthouses in California\/Greece, treehouses in Malaysia\/New Zealand, private pool villas in Bali, havelis in Rajasthan, private wildlife resort tents in Madhya Pradesh, glamping in Himachal Pradesh<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Average age of travellers:<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">\u00a025-34 years for newlyweds; 25-65 years for anniversaries and milestone celebrations<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Gastronomy experiences:\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Cappadocia balloon rides with champagne breakfast, dining on a private island\/sandbank in Queensland\/Maldives, Bustronome (gourmet dining onboard a double decker bus) in Paris\/London, pub crawls\/clubbing in Ibiza, masterclass with a local chef in France\/Malaysia\/Thailand, chocolate and cheese experience amidst alpine views at Glacier 3000<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Scenic Vistas:\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">panoramic train journeys via the Glacier Express in Switzerland, private helicopter rides in Australia\/New Zealand, Vespa rides in Singapore, couple snowmobiling in Scandinavia, self-drives via sports cars\/convertibles or sightseeing on a Harley in New Zealand<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"EN-IN\" style=\"color: #000000;\">Couples are opting for in-depth mono-destination honeymoons be it Norway, T\u00fcrkiye, Greece, Kenya; multi-city destinations in Paris, Switzerland, Italy, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Increase in travel spends:<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">\u00a010-15% YoY<\/span><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Travel budget (per couple):<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">\u00a0Rs. 1-1.5 lakh (domestic); Rs. 1-2 lakh (mid-short haul); Rs. 4-5 Lakh (long-haul) Vs Rs. 80,000-1 lakh (domestic); Rs.95,000-1.5 lakh (mid-short haul); Rs.3-4 lakh (long-haul) last year<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Extended duration of stay:<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">\u00a05-6 nights (domestic); 5-8 nights (mid-short haul); 8-15 nights (long-haul) Vs 4-5 nights (domestic); 4-6 nights (mid-short haul); 7-12 nights (long-haul)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span lang=\"EN-IN\">High demand for personalized services<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">: private fine dining (sunrise breakfast, sunset dining), couple spa and wellness\/Ayurveda, private chauffeur personalized local tours\/ guided heritage walks, photoshoots at top attractions<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"EN-IN\" style=\"color: #000000;\">Couples are celebrating milestone anniversaries at vineyard estates (France and Italy); Premium cruises (Scandinavian Fjords, Caribbean, Polar, Mediterranean, Singapore, Abu-Dhabi)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-IN\">Rajeev Kale, President &amp; Country Head \u2013 Holidays, MICE, Visa, Thomas Cook (India) Limited,<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">\u00a0said,\u00a0<em>\u201cHoneymoons have emerged as a strong and growing travel driver and what is noteworthy is the growing trend \u2013 an extension to mini-moons, mega-moons, baby-moons and milestone anniversary celebrations. What is also interesting is that Indian couples are demonstrating higher spend appetite and interest in longer stays. Hence, our Honeymoon &amp; Romantic Holidays portfolio has been launched with a host of stunning locales, exciting experiences and great offers.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-IN\">S.D. Nandakumar &#8211; President and Country Head &#8211; Holidays and Corporate Tours, SOTC Travel Limited,<\/span><span lang=\"EN-IN\">\u00a0said,\u00a0<em>\u201cWith a legacy of 75 years as an Indian-grown entrepreneurial brand, we believe that no one understands the Indian traveller better than SOTC. And so, to inspire India\u2019s rapidly evolving couple segment, our honeymoon products have been carefully curated to include fun outdoor-adventure elements, unique cuisine experiences and personalized services. What is encouraging is that we are seeing strong demand not just from metros but also regional India\u2019s tier 2-3 cities.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Top honeymoon destinations: Andamans and Bali top the demand leaderboard; followed by Kerala and Manali (domestic);Thailand, Maldives, Malaysia (short-haul);Switzerland, France, Greece, Mauritius, Australia, New Zealand, T\u00fcrkiye (mid\/long-haul) Emerging on the radar: Vietnam, Fiji, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Oman, Hungary, Czech Republic Shift to experiential: From merely romantic, new-age couples opting for outdoor-adventure, cuisine\u2026 Top Honeymoon experiences: Outdoor-adventure:&#8230; <\/p>\n<div class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/honeymoon-travel-trends-reveal-a-growing-interest-in-mini-moons-mega-moons-baby-moons-and-milestone-anniversary-celebrations\/\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19801"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19801"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19801\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":20135,"href":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19801\/revisions\/20135"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19801"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}