Shillong most popular destination for Indian travellers in 2025: Report

 

 

 

MEGHALAYA’S capital Shillong pips Azerbaijan’s historic capital city Baku as the most popular destination for Indian travellers in 2025, reveals the new ‘Travel Trends Report’ by global travel app Skyscanner. Shillong is the only city to feature in the list as part of the annual report, released on Wednesday. The report, which offers insights into the pulse of Indian travellers in the coming year, claimed that 66 per cent of Indians plan to “travel more” in the coming year.

 

“Known as the Scotland of the East, Shillong in India sits on top among the most buzzing destinations followed by Baku, Azerbaijan and Langkawi, Malaysia known for their diverse experiences and the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

 

“Other destinations that Indians are searching for are Tromso in Norway, Tashkent in Uzbekistan, and al-Ula in Saudi Arabia, highlighting that Indian travellers are seeking unforgettable and diverse experiences in newer destinations,” read the report with the sample size of 1,000 Indian respondents. It has also come out with another list, called “Best Value Destinations category”, which names the cities that give the most value for their money and have seen the biggest airfare price drop from India over the last year.