Top 10 Travel Destinations Indians Are Booking for 2026: From Jorhat to Chiang Rai

Lifestyle News: As the festive season approaches, people are beginning to plan their long weekends and end-of-year trips. Choosing the right destination is often the first and foremost concern for many. Some want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, others are looking for Instagrammable destinations to make their feeds aesthetically appealing, and some simply want to satisfy their wanderlust. Global travel search engine Skyscanner recently released its Travel Trends 2026 Report, which reveals the top 10 destinations where Indians are planning to book trips next year. The report aims to highlight places gaining attention before they become more popular. Let’s take a look at these destinations.

Where are Indians planning to travel in 2026?

The report studied thousands of data points to see what’s trending and why. It showed that some unexpected places, like the green tea gardens of Jorhat, historical districts, and the lively streets of Manila, are becoming popular among Indian travellers. “Indian travellers are now seeking meaningful experiences away from usual tourist spots, choosing locations full of culture, scenic beauty, and new global favorites,” the report said. According to Skyscanner, these are the top 10 destinations Indians are most interested in visiting in 2026:

1. Jorhat, Assam, India
2. Jaffna, Sri Lanka
3. Muscat, Oman
4. Queenstown, New Zealand
5. Chiang Rai, Thailand
6. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
7. Manila, Philippines
8. Tbilisi, Georgia
9. Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
10. Port Louis, Mauritius

Best value destinations 2026

The report also shared a list of destinations where flight prices have dropped the most for Indian travellers. These locations offer great value and memorable experiences. Some of the highlighted places include Langkawi’s beautiful landscapes and Berlin’s mix of nightlife and history. The full list is:

1. Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
2. Langkawi, Malaysia
3. Berlin, Germany
4. Dehradun, India
5. Phuket, Thailand
6. Colombo, Sri Lanka
7. Victoria, Seychelles
8. Taipei, Taiwan
9. Singapore, Singapore
10. Zurich, Switzerland