Monday, September 16, 2024 Thailand tops the list as the most sought-after visa-free destination for Indian travelers, with Agoda reporting record-breaking demand and soaring popularity. Agoda, a leading digital travel platform, has revealed the top five visa-free destinations for Indian travelers in 2024, based on its booking trends. Thailand stands out as the most favored visa-free spot for Indian tourists, according to Agoda’s accommodation search data.
The country has seen a significant surge in accommodation searches, with double-digit growth, ever since it introduced a visa waiver for Indian travelers in November last year. Similarly, Malaysia, which rolled out its visa waiver for Indian tourists in December, jumped from eighth place in 2023 to fourth in the first half of 2024. Speaking at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum in New Delhi, Agoda’s CEO, Omri Morgenshtern, highlighted the effect of relaxed visa rules on tourism.
“Eliminating visa barriers makes a substantial difference to tourism flows, and we observe this pattern globally,” he stated. Krishna Rathi, Agoda’s Senior Country Director for India, added, “The growing interest among Indian travelers in visa-free destinations reflects the importance of seamless travel. People are seeking destinations that offer both convenience and diverse experiences without the hassle of lengthy visa processes.
” Agoda, with its vast offering of over 4.5 million holiday properties, 130,000+ flight routes, and 30.