There is a specific moment every solo woman traveller knows well. The taxi drops you at a quiet mountain hotel just as the evening light begins to fade. Your phone signal weakens, the streets feel unfamiliar, and for a brief moment, confidence and caution exist side by side.
A new Agoda report shows Indian families are increasingly choosing domestic destinations for summer travel. Puri leads with 68% growth, followed by Wayanad and Goa. Hill stations like Ooty and Mahabaleshwar also remain popular, reflecting a strong shift toward nature, coastal, and culturally rich vacations within India during school holidays.