When it comes to dreamy honeymoon destinations, the Maldives has long dominated the list for Indian couples. But recently, other destinations are emerging as the top choice for newlyweds looking for a blend of romance, adventure, and culture. MakeMyTrip’s latest report, ‘How India Travels for Honeymoon’, analyses booking data from October 2023 to September 2024, compared to the same period in the preceding year, offering interesting insights into the evolving travel preferences, trends, and behaviours of couples embarking on this special journey.
Thailand Pips Maldives For The CrownSurprisingly, Thailand is now the new favourite for Indian honeymooners, offering a diverse mix of experiences that go far beyond sandy beaches and turquoise waters. This southeast Asian nation has recorded the highest share of honeymoon package bookings in 2023-24 on MakeMyTrip. Thailand increased its booking share by an impressive 5.
2% year-on-year (YoY), surpassing Maldives, which led the rankings last year. Maldives saw a 16.2% YoY decline in honeymoon package bookings while all other top five international destinations – Indonesia, Mauritius, and Vietnam – gained share this year.
Andamans Reigns Supreme For CouplesOn the domestic front, the Andamans surged past Kerala to become the top honeymoon choice for Indian couples, with honeymoon package bookings up by 6.9% year-over-year. Kashmir also rose in popularity, gaining 3.
6% to secure third place, while Goa held steady and Himachal P.