Through this sale, new users can use the code FESTIVAL to get a 50% discount (up to ₹300) plus 50% cashback (up to ₹200) on their first booking. Existing users can enjoy a 50% discount (up to ₹100) plus 50% cashback (up to ₹200) using the same code. The offer allows a maximum of 2 redemptions per user, requires a minimum booking value of ₹1,000 (excluding service charges & taxes), and is valid only on private bus operators. The coupon can be applied daily between 12-2 PM and 6-8 PM, for journeys scheduled from 17th September to 28th October 2025.

Speaking on this, Rohit Sharma, COO, AbhiBus, said, “At AbhiBus, innovation drives everything we do, and this festive campaign is a testament to that. We now use AI across our entire marketing workflow, from creatives to execution, blending the latest AI video and design tools to deliver campaigns faster and smarter. By leveraging AI-generated videos and creatives, we’ve reduced production costs significantly compared to traditional ad budgets, while also gaining the agility to test, refine, and amplify our campaigns in record time. This approach not only makes our marketing more efficient but also helps us craft stories that truly connect with travellers during the festive season.” 

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Over the past few months, AbhiBus has rolled out several AI-driven campaigns, including a nostalgic Independence Day video that brought alive the scenic charm of Coorg, Khajjiar, and the Alleppey backwaters through AI-generated visuals, as well as an AI-created Onam Bus Sale campaign. These initiatives further highlight the brand’s innovative approach to using technology for storytelling and inspiring domestic travel.

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Through this partnership, cardholders will now be able to seamlessly book flights within the CRED ecosystem with ixigo’s robust flight inventory and technology powering the entire booking experience. This collaboration strengthens ixigo’s vision of creating a connected, convenient, and digital-first travel ecosystem for Indian consumers.

Speaking on the announcement, Nitin Gurha, SVP Flight & Hotel Business, ixigo, said: “We are delighted to partner with CRED on this exclusive initiative. With CRED’s premium member base and ixigo’s deep expertise in powering seamless travel experiences, this collaboration will redefine how CRED members book flights and redeem points. The new card provides a range of exclusive benefits designed to cater to both frequent and occasional travellers, addressing the evolving needs of modern flyers who seek flexibility, convenience, and value. This partnership will expand our reach in the flight segment even further.”

Akshay Aedula, Product and Growth, CRED, added, “With our new flights product powered by ixigo, discerning members can book trips anywhere in the world and count on CRED as their personal concierge – tracking check-in, gate updates, and baggage information seamlessly in the CRED app, so they can focus on the experience, not the logistics.”

With this launch, ixigo further extends its footprint in powering travel solutions across diverse platforms, making flight booking accessible and frictionless for millions of Indian travellers.

Over the recent past, ixigo has introduced a range of innovative, AI-powered features across its flight verticals to enhance user experience and convenience. These include TARA – ixigo’s AI-driven customer support, ixigo Assured Flex that makes tickets fully modifiable and refundable, Price Lock that allows users to lock fares for a small fee and avoid price fluctuations, and Flight Tracker Pro, which gives real-time updates on delays, terminals, gates, check-in counters, and baggage belts.

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Mumbai, 30^th July, 2025: AbhiBus (ixigo’s bus business), one of India’s leading online bus ticketing platforms, has introduced an industry-first filter – ‘New Buses’. This filter lets travellers easily identify and book newer buses during the booking process. Users can choose between ‘Brand New’ buses (less than 1 year old) and ‘New’ buses (less than 2 years old), with each listing tagged on the search results page. This update brings greater transparency, comfort, and control, helping travellers make more informed choices.

Bus travellers in India have long booked tickets without knowing the actual age or condition of the bus, often facing last-minute swaps, breakdowns or poor travel experiences. AbhiBus is changing this scenario by enabling bus age transparency, helping travellers make smarter, more confident booking choices.

Speaking on this, Lenin Kodru, CEO, AbhiBus, said, “We are excited to introduce the ‘New Buses’ filter – a simple yet powerful tool that puts greater control in the hands of travellers. When it comes to bus travel, we believe that transparency is the first step toward building trust. Knowing in advance if a bus is new allows travellers to book with greater confidence, expecting better upkeep, cleaner interiors, enhanced comfort and reliable onboard amenities. This is a game changer for the bus travel industry, and every aspect of it has been thoughtfully designed with our customers’ needs in mind.”

AbhiBus continues to lead innovation in the bus travel space with customer-first features like Abhi Assured, which empowers travellers to choose reliable services for a smooth and comfortable journey. In case of any issues, it offers a refund of up to 150%, ensuring complete peace of mind. The recent launch of the ‘New Buses’ filter further strengthens AbhiBus’s position as a forward-thinking platform that puts transparency and traveller comfort at its core.

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●       Q1 GTV of Rs.4644.7 Cr (+55% YoY)

●       Q1 EBITDA of Rs.32.5 Cr (+69% YoY), Adjusted EBITDA of Rs.31.4 Cr (+54% YoY)

Bengaluru, 16^th July 2025: Le Travenues Technology Limited (NSE: IXIGO, BSE: 544192), India’s leading OTA for the Next Billion Users, announces its financial results (standalone and consolidated) for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. The company kicked off FY26 with strong momentum, delivering rapid growth across key metrics and verticals. Revenue from operations rose by 73% YoY to Rs.314.5 Cr, while Gross Transaction Value (GTV) increased by 55% YoY. Profit before share of loss of an associate, exceptional items, and tax grew 76% YoY to Rs.28.7 Cr in Q1 FY26, reflecting continued operational strength and scalability.

Key Performance Highlights – Q1 FY26 

●     Gross Transaction Value (GTV) is at Rs.4644.7 Cr in Q1 FY26, growing by 55% YoY.

Flight & Bus GTV led the growth with 81% increase YoY while Train GTV grew 30% YoY for Q1 FY26 vs Q1 FY25.

●     Revenue From Operations grew by 73% YoY in Q1 FY26 to Rs.314.5 Cr from Rs.181.9 Cr in Q1 FY25.  

●     Contribution Margin (CM) increased by 48% YoY, reaching Rs.128.1 Cr in Q1 FY26.

●     EBITDA increased by 69% to Rs.32.5 Cr for Q1 FY26 as compared to the same period in the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA (EBITDA plus ESOP Expenses less Other Income) increased to Rs.31.4 Cr for Q1 FY26, an increase of 54% from Rs.20.3 Cr in Q1 FY25. 

●        Profit Before Tax, Share of Loss of Associates and Exceptional items is at Rs.28.7 Cr in Q1 FY26 as compared to Rs.16.3 Cr in Q1 FY25, recording an increase of 76% on a YoY basis.

Management Comments 

Rajnish Kumar, Group Co-CEO, ixigo and Aloke Bajpai, Group CEO, ixigo, stated: “We continue to see rapid growth and have hit new all-time highs. Our outstanding growth in categories such as buses and flights stems from our unique playbook that combines a customer-centric approach, ability to cross-sell and up-sell to our captive user-base, our tech-centric DNA, AI-driven efficiency, and enhanced brand awareness.” 

Saurabh Devendra Singh, Group CFO, ixigo, added: “Q1 FY26 is another strong quarter, with record revenue and profits across all our key verticals. The 54% increase in adjusted EBITDA and 76% growth in PBT (excluding exceptional items) demonstrate the strength of our operating model and disciplined execution. We remain committed to driving sustainable growth.”

Recent Highlights & Announcements 

–          Launched Visa Rejection Protection feature offering a full refund on airline & ixigo cancellation fees in case of visa rejection. To be eligible, travellers must cancel at least 24 hours before departure and submit valid proof of visa rejection. This feature is designed to offer greater peace of mind and reduce financial risk for international travellers.

–          ixigo credit: Introduced No-Cost EMIs and Book Now Pay Later options for our flight & trains business through strategic bank/NBFC partnerships.

–          ixigo has launched an upgraded version of its Price Lock feature, aimed at giving users more control and confidence while booking flights. The enhanced feature now covers fare hikes of up to ₹8,000, double the previous protection limit of ₹4,000, and allows travellers to lock fares for up to 14 days-a significant increase from the earlier 2-day window.

–          Crossed 10,000 daily meal deliveries with Zoop, with over 20 lakh meals served across 200+ stations since October 2024 – enhancing onboard train experience through seamless F&B integrations.

–          ixigo’s bus business, AbhiBus partnered with global travel platform CheckMyBus to expand the reach of its bus inventory to international travellers, further boosting visibility and cross-border bookings.

GenZ and Solo Women Travellers Power Growth in Train and Bus Segments

Bus and train segments continue to gain traction, particularly in the bus and train segments. In Q1 FY26, train bookings by Gen Z travellers (aged 18-30) on ixigo rose 45% YoY, with Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, and Pune emerging as the fastest-growing markets. Bus bookings from this cohort saw even sharper growth, rising 56% YoY, led by Indore, Lucknow, and Nagpur.

Solo women travellers are also contributing significantly to this momentum. Train bookings by solo female travellers grew by 123% YoY, while 27% of solo bus bookings were made by women, highlighting a strong shift towards more empowered and independent travel choices.

ixigo Doubles Down on AI to Scale Smarter and Faster

ixigo is deepening its investment in agentic AI and automation to drive scalable, customer-first innovation. From product to marketing, AI is helping the company deliver greater efficiency, sharper personalisation and lean, profitable growth.

Key AI-led initiatives this quarter include:

●        Voice-led customer support: TARA Voice, our agentic AI assistant, now resolves over 60% of customer calls end-to-end for flights and hotels-reducing human load while improving response times and accuracy.

●        Smarter travel offerings: We’re enhancing AI-based personalisation, expanding bundled offerings like Travel Insurance and Visa Rejection Protection, and refining Price Lock to increase conversion and user trust.

●        AI in marketing: From ideation to execution, AI now powers our marketing workflows, speeding up campaign launches, boosting experimentation, and enhancing personalisation at scale. Our 18th Anniversary Sale and Q1 Flash Sales for flights and hotels were driven by AI-led videos and creatives, reducing production costs to just 0.1% of traditional budgets without compromising reach or impact.

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●     Q4 GTV of Rs. 4418.4 Cr (+65% YoY), Revenue from Operations Rs. 284.1 Cr (+72% YoY)

●     Record increase in Q4 Flight Revenue (+135% YoY) & Bus Revenue (+103% YoY)

●     Q4 EBITDA of Rs. 30.7 Cr (+64% YoY), Profit Before Tax (PBT*) of Rs. 27.2 Cr (+74% YoY)

●     Q4 Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 16.8 Cr (+128% YoY)

Bengaluru, 15^th May 2025: Le Travenues Technology Limited (NSE: IXIGO, BSE: 544192), India’s leading OTA for the Next Billion Users, announces its financial results (standalone and consolidated) for the quarter ended March 31, 2025 and full year FY25. The company delivered its best-ever quarterly performance across all verticals, reporting acceleration of nearly all metrics, with a 72% year-on-year (YoY) increase in revenue from operations to Rs.284.1 Cr in Q4 FY25 and a 65% YoY increase in Gross Transaction Value (GTV). The company has also posted a record 128% YoY growth in Profit After Tax & a 74% growth in Profit before share of loss of an associate, exceptional items and tax at Rs 27.2 Cr in Q4 FY25.

Key Performance Highlights – Q4 FY25

●        Gross Transaction Value (GTV) crossed Rs.4418.4 Cr in Q4 FY25, growing by 65% YoY. Flight & Bus GTV each grew 92% YoY while Train GTV grew 41% YoY for Q4 FY25 vs Q4 FY24.

●        Revenue From Operations grew by 72% YoY in Q4 FY25 to Rs.284.1 Cr from Rs.164.9 Cr in Q4 FY24.

●        Contribution Margin (CM) increased by 69% YoY, reaching Rs.120.9 Cr in Q4 FY25.

●        EBITDA increased by 64% to Rs.30.7 Cr for Q4 FY25 as compared to the same period in the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA (EBITDA plus ESOP Expenses less Other Income) increased to Rs.29.1 Cr for Q4 FY25, an increase of 70% from Rs.17.1 Cr in Q4 FY24.

●        Profit Before Tax, Share of Loss of Associates and Exceptional items is at Rs.27.2 Cr in Q4 FY25 as compared to Rs.15.6 Cr in Q4 FY24, recording an increase of 74% on a YoY basis.

●        Profit After Tax is at Rs.16.8 Cr in Q4 FY25 compared to Rs.7.3 Cr in Q4 FY24, recording an increase of 128% on a YoY basis.

Management Comments:

Rajnish Kumar, Group Co-CEO, ixigo and Aloke Bajpai, Group CEO, stated: “This has been our strongest quarter yet, driven by consistent quarter-on-quarter acceleration across all lines of business. Our outstanding growth in categories such as flights and buses stems from a unique playbook that combines a customer-centric approach, ability to cross-sell and up-sell to a unique captive user-base, a tech-centric DNA, AI-driven efficiency and enhanced brand awareness — all while maintaining healthy margins. We’re also seeing operating leverage kick in as demonstrated in our robust cash flow from operations amounting to Rs. 122 crores in FY25.”

Saurabh Devendra Singh, Group CFO, ixigo, added: “We went public in FY25 and this has become a defining year for our trajectory. This fiscal we achieved ₹14972 crore in GTV, ₹914 crore in Operating Revenue, and delivered a 71% YoY increase in Adj. EBITDA proving that scale and financial discipline need not be mutually exclusive”

FY25 Snapshot: Breaking Records Across Usage, Engagement

From serving over 544 million travellers annually to processing refunds faster than a Bollywood movie climax, FY25 was a year of scale, speed, and firsts for ixigo. Here’s a snapshot of the milestones that defined our journey across travel categories and user touchpoints.

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The campaign was first announced on March 31 through a fun and creative video featuring ixigo’s co-founders, Aloke Bajpai and Rajnish Kumar, in a quirky and never-seen-before avatar. What initially seemed like a prank turned out to be one of the most unexpected and delightful giveaways!

Watch the quirky promo video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpvSqeJ0rD8

The sale, which ran on 1st April from 11 AM to 9 PM, gave ixigo users a chance to win a full refund on their flight bookings. Every hour, 10 winners were randomly selected from domestic and international flight bookings made during that period. Winners automatically received ixigo money equivalent to the full refund value, credited directly to their ixigo account. This ixigo money can be used for their next booking on the ixigo app or website within 90 days (100% redeemable).

As users debated whether it was too good to be true, ixigo kept the suspense alive by announcing winners through fun Instagram Reels every hour. What started as an April Fool’s prank turned into a real treat for travel lovers – proving that sometimes, the joke can be on scepticism!

ixigoer, Zubair received a refund of ₹39,950 for his flight from Bangalore to Singapore. Another traveller received ₹18,483 on their flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Jitendra received ₹13,622 refund for his Muscat to Ayodhya flight, while Aishwarya got ₹8,325 back for her Mumbai to Kolkata journey. This campaign redefined April Fool’s Day marketing by turning a playful concept into a real reward, pushing the boundaries of engagement. Instead of a gimmick offer, ixigo turned it into a useful and rewarding experience, blending fun with real value.

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–  50% of all bus passengers heading to Prayagraj were under the age of 30

Bengaluru, March 12, 2025:  ixigo, India’s leading OTA for the Next Billion Users, reveals a massive surge in travel bookings to Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh Mela (January 13 – February 26, 2025). Flight bookings witnessed 5.4x YoY demand, with nearby airports in Lucknow and Varanasi witnessing 69% YoY growth. Train bookings saw a 4x YoY rise, while bus bookings saw the highest surge at 20x YoY, underscoring strong demand across all segments for the world’s largest spiritual gathering.

Gen Z & Solo Travelers Drive Historic Travel Boom to Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh 2025

Booking data from ixigo’s bus business, AbhiBus, highlights a surge in young travelers, with those aged 20-25 making up 26% of total bus bookings. Gen Z bus travelers saw a remarkable 20-fold YoY increase during the Kumbh Mela, and 50% of all bus passengers heading to Prayagraj were under the age of 30. Key origin cities contributing to the surge in demand across the ixigo Group included New Delhi, Mumbai, Kanpur, Meerut, Varanasi, Lucknow, Jaipur, Ranchi, and Ayodhya. A significant shift in travel behavior was also observed, as solo travelers dominated train bookings, making up 60% of the total, surpassing group travel.

Speaking on this, Aloke Bajpai, Group CEO, ixigo, said “The Maha Kumbh Mela has spotlighted the rapid rise of spiritual tourism in India, with a remarkable surge in participation from young travelers. Our data shows that Gen Z and millennials are increasingly embracing cultural and religious journeys, making experiential travel the new norm. As faith-based tourism evolves, the future of travel will be driven by seamless multimodal connectivity – ensuring greater accessibility and convenience for a new generation of spiritually inspired explorers.”

Booking data and trends from ixigo Group for Maha Kumbh 2025

ixigo Flights

●        Flight bookings to Prayagraj surged 5.4x YoY

●        Nearby airports (Lucknow & Varanasi) have seen a  69% YoY growth

●        Top origin cities: Mumbai, Bengaluru, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Pune, Kolkata, Chennai, Goa, and Bhubaneswar 

ixigo Trains & ConfirmTkt

●        Train bookings to Prayagraj surged 4x YoY

●        Solo travellers made up 60% of total train bookings, surpassing group bookings

●        Top origin cities: New Delhi, Mumbai, Kanpur, Meerut, Varanasi, and Lucknow

AbhiBus

●        Bus bookings to Prayagraj surged 20x YoY

●        Young travellers, aged 20-25, accounted for 26% of the total bus bookings

●        Top origin cities: New Delhi, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Nagpur, Bengaluru, Jaipur, Ranchi, and Ayodhya

●        During Kumbh, the number of Gen Z bus travelers increased 20-fold compared to the previous financial year.

●        50% of the bus passengers traveling to Prayagraj were under 30 years old.

●        The most expensive bus seat ever sold was in February 2025 for the Vijayawada-Varanasi route at INR 14,860 for a seat. 

AIRFARES OF PRAYAGRAJ, LUCKNOW, VARANASI DURING AND POST-MAHA KUMBH MELA

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–          The  microsite is designed to empower pilgrims with hassle-free & seamless travel planning for the ongoing spiritual gathering 

Mumbai, 15^th January 2025: ixigo, India’s leading OTA for the Next Billion Users, has introduced a dedicated microsite to help devotees, pilgrims, and travellers plan for Maha Kumbh 2025, which is taking place in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, 2025. As the world’s largest spiritual gathering, Maha Kumbh draws millions of devotees and pilgrims from across the globe. ixigo’s microsite acts as a one-stop destination, providing a comprehensive guide to logistics, rituals, activities, and everything needed to navigate this extraordinary event seamlessly.

ixigo’s Maha Kumbh 2025 guide makes planning seamless by enabling travellers to book hotels, tents, flights, trains, and buses, all in one place. The microsite highlights key events like the auspicious bathing dates, ensuring you don’t miss the festival’s most significant moments. Powered by ixigo’s AI-driven tool PLAN, the guide offers tailored itineraries for every preference, including heritage walks, family-friendly activities, and photogenic spots. For a truly immersive experience, explore Prayagraj’s rich spiritual and cultural legacy through engaging videos showcasing iconic landmarks, must-visit temples, and local food trails.

As Maha Kumbh 2025 unfolds, ixigo has witnessed a 2.6x surge in flight and train bookings to Prayagraj and nearby areas. Flight bookings to Prayagraj have skyrocketed by 162% year-on-year, while Varanasi and Lucknow airports have seen growth of 127% and 42%, respectively. Train bookings have surged by 187% YoY, with solo travellers accounting for  57% of the total bookings, out of which 39% are women. Bus bookings have also seen a significant rise, with maximum traction seen from Delhi (27%), Nagpur (18%), and Jaipur (15%). Notably, Gen Z and millennials are driving the majority of bus bookings, reflecting their enthusiasm and active participation in this iconic spiritual gathering.

Speaking on this, Aloke Bajpai, Group CEO & Rajnish Kumar, Group Co-CEO, ixigo said, “Our Maha Kumbh 2025 micro-site is designed to empower millions of devotees and travellers with the essential tools and information to make their journey to the world’s largest spiritual gathering as smooth as possible. With an unprecedented surge in travel to Prayagraj, leading to significant growth in flight, train, and bus bookings, our platform offers a one-stop guide to help pilgrims plan every aspect of their journey. From travel logistics to rituals and activities, our goal is to ensure a seamless and stress-free experience for travellers from every corner of the world.”

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Bengaluru, 18th December 2024: ixigo, India’s leading OTA for the Next Billion Users, has launched its latest feature, ‘Travel Guarantee’, designed to provide greater convenience and peace of mind to train travellers with waitlisted tickets. This innovative feature, available on the ixigo Trains app to begin with, ensures that passengers with unconfirmed waitlisted tickets at the time of chart preparation receive a 3X refund of their fare, providing them the flexibility to make last-minute bookings through alternative modes of transport such as flights and buses.

Train travel during festive and holiday seasons results in long waitlists due to peak travel demand. When tickets remain unconfirmed, travellers face added anxiety, as they are forced to explore last-minute alternatives like flights or buses, often at significantly higher prices. With the ‘Travel Guarantee’ feature travellers receive a refund of triple their ticket fare, offering added flexibility to users to rebook their journey through other modes of transport and protect them against last-minute fare hikes.

How it Works:

1. Passengers can opt for the ‘Travel Guarantee’ feature at a nominal charge for selected trains and classes booked via ixigo Trains.
2. If the ticket remains waitlisted at the time of chart preparation:

○        1X of the ticket fare will be credited to the original payment mode.

○        2X will be refunded as a Travel Guarantee Coupon, redeemable on flight, train or bus bookings on ixigo.

Speaking on the new feature roll-out, Dinesh Kumar Kotha, CEO, ixigo Trains said, “At ixigo, we are dedicated to creating innovative solutions that make travel smoother and stress-free for our users. Train waitlists can often cause anxiety, especially during peak travel seasons when securing a seat becomes a challenge. This is where our ‘Travel Guarantee’ feature steps in as a safety net, by offering up to 3X the refund on unconfirmed tickets. This not only provides greater financial value but also empowers travellers to rebook their journey through alternate travel options without having to worry about last-minute fare hikes. With this initiative, we aim to make train travel more reliable, convenient, and worry-free for everyone.”

ixigo Trains remains at the forefront of revolutionising train travel through customer-focused features. With offerings like free cancellation, food on train, travel guarantee ensuring 3x refunds on unconfirmed seats and instant refunds, ixigo continues to solidify its position as the ultimate app for seamless, innovative, and reliable train travel experiences.

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Mumbai, Date : 13th December, 2024 :

ixigo Flights Data

Aloke Bajpai, Group CEO, ixigo – “As we approach the year-end holiday season, we’re seeing a fascinating shift in travel preferences. Destinations like Thailand, Vietnam, London, and Bali have emerged as the top picks for international travel this winter witnessing an 80-100% YoY growth in bookings. Travellers are gravitating towards culturally rich cities offering a mix of diverse experiences—beaches, nightlife, and culture. Interestingly, for the first time, Maldives has not featured in the top 10 most-searched destinations for year-end travel, reflecting a growing preference for more varied and immersive vacations over traditional hotspots.”

“On the domestic front, destinations like Jammu, Srinagar, and Dehradun are seeing a huge spike in bookings, highlighting a growing interest in mountain escapades this year. This contrasts with last year’s trend, where beachside getaways dominated year-end travel plans. The appeal of scenic winter landscapes and the charm of snowfall seem to be drawing more travelers to the mountains this season.”

TOP LEISURE DESTINATIONS BOOKED

TOP SPIRITUAL DESTINATIONS BOOKED

TOP INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS BOOKED

AIR FARES DATA

INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE DATA

AbhiBus Data

Rohit Sharma, Chief Operating Officer, AbhiBus – “The year-end holiday season is driving a significant surge in bus travel, with a strong preference for spiritual hotspots over leisure destinations, as six travellers are choosing a spiritual journey for every one opting for leisure. We’ve observed a remarkable 50% YoY increase in bookings from female solo travellers, as more women embrace bus journeys for their year-end travel plans. Interestingly, 39% of travellers are heading to tier II, III cities, showcasing AbhiBus’ expanding reach to connect people with destinations beyond the metros.”

Year-end Advance Booking Travel Trends

• Top Leisure Destinations: Goa, Pondicherry, Manali, and Gokarna
• Top Spiritual Destinations: Tirupati, Shirdi, Varanasi, Ujjain, and Srisailam
• Spiritual vs. Leisure Travel: The ratio of spiritual to leisure travel stands at an impressive 6:1. For every six people traveling to a spiritual destination, one person chooses a leisure destination, highlighting the growing preference for religious journeys.
• Female Solo Travelers: Solo travel among women has increased by 51% compared to last year.

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