September 27, is World Tourism Day and it could well be the Indian tourist’s day. According to a World Tourism Organisation (WTO) report, India is the fastest-growing outbound travel market in the world, now accounting for over 12 million tourists annually – a growth of over 100% from less than 6 million in 2004.
Boosted by the buoyant economy, affluent Indians are travelling like never before, with Mumbai alone accounting for nearly 25% of outbound tourists. “It’s exciting to see the increasing affluence of the Indian traveller and the growth of the country’s outbound market.
Thailand is the most popular destination for Indian tourists, with nearly one million flying to the land of temples and therapies. “Indians are value conscious travellers and Thailand is the ultimate value-for-money destination,” says Sethaphan Buddhani, director, Tourism Authority of Thailand.
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