Travel boom on Diwali: Record surge in bookings! Families blend leisure and spiritual trips

India is witnessing a record Diwali travel surge, blending traditional celebrations with leisure, luxury, and spiritual journeys. Online platforms report strong growth in both domestic and international bookings, driven by longer stays and increased spending. Metros, pilgrimage sites like Ayodhya, and short-haul international destinations are highly popular, alongside a significant rise in luxury hotel bookings.