The 2018 Summer Vacation Value Report outlines most popular destinations in India and overseas along with the least expensive week(s) to visit
- Booking smart can save Indian travelers as much as 47% on hotels in most popular destinations this summer season
- Breaks down average nightly prices for 5 star, 4 star, 3 star and 2 star hotels across destinations to aid planning and booking
- Report surfaces least expensive week(s) to visit the destinations along with their average nightly prices
Chennai, May 07 2018 –TripAdvisor®,the world’s largest travel site, today revealed its 2018 Summer Vacation Value Report, highlighting the top domestic and international destinations for Indian travellers this summer (May 1st to July 31st) based on booking interest, including the average one-week vacation cost for hotel stay. The report also reveals offbeat destinations within India and overseas that should be on the radar of intrepid travellers and helps them discover savings by showing the least expensive summer week to visit.
“The Indian traveller is looking to get maximum value for his or her money whilst making the most of their trip whether in India or overseas. I am confident this report will help them to not just plan and book the best summer vacation but also within the budget they have set themselves, with savings made along the way,” said Nikhil Ganju, Country Manager, TripAdvisor India.
“This year we have also surfaced average nightly prices of accommodations by star categories to help travellers find the best price and week to visit specific destinations. This saves travellers time and effort when comparing hotel prices and helps them make informed choices thus, raising the probability of their booking a higher star category hotel which may have been out of their budget,” he added.
Key Trends:
- An escape to the ‘hills’ is the most popular summer trend with travellers looking to holiday domestically. However, the ultimate ‘city break’ is on the minds of those looking to travel overseas.
- On mainstream destinations, travellers can save up to 44% on domestic and up to 30% on international hotels this season.
- On offbeat destinations, travellers can save up to 47% on domestic and up to 34% on international hotels this season.
- Goa and Bali, both beach destinations are top of mind for travellers this summer when considering domestic and international getaways respectively.
- Travellers can choose amongst a myriad of destinations that are still offbeat such as Neil Island (Andaman & Nicobar Islands), Lachung (Sikkim), Pothamedu (Kerala) in India and Flic En Flac (Mauritius), Praslin Island (Seychelles), Imerovigli (Santorini), amongst others when going
- Below is a breakdown of average nightly rate for top mainstream domestic and international destinations by star category for the entire travel season:
- 5 star category: Among the top domestic destinations, Darjeeling (West Bengal) is most expensive and Munnar (Kerala)is the cheapest. Among the top international destinations, New York City (United States) has the most expensive average nightly rate and Pattaya (Thailand) has the lowest.
- 4 star category: Leh(Jammu and Kashmir) is the most expensive and Puri (Odisha) is the most economical among domestic destinations. Among international destinations, Santorini (Greece) is most expensive and Pattaya(Thailand) the lowest.
- 3 star category: Mahabaleshwar(Maharashtra) is most expensive and New Delhi, the most economical among domestic destinations. New York City is most expensive and Phuket (Thailand) along with Pattaya the most affordable among international destinations.
- 2 star category: Mahabaleshwar is most expensive and New Delhi the lowest among domestic destinations.New York City is the most expensive and Krabi(Thailand) least expensive among international destinations.
Top Mainstream Domestic Destinations and Average Costs: When and Where to Save
(All prices in INR)
| Destination | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Avg. Week-long Expense Per Person | Least Expensive Summer Week To Visitand Savings Compared to Summer Peak | Nightly Hotel Rate During Least Expensive Summer Week |
| Goa | 5,601 | 39,208 | May 14 – May 20: 36,874 (25% savings) | 5,268 |
| Manali | 4,868 | 34,073 | July 16 – June 22: 29,873 (18% savings) | 4,268 |
| Ooty (Udhagamandalam) | 4,601 | 32,206 | July 30 – August 5: 27,072 (23% savings) | 3,867 |
| Gangtok | 4,401 | 30,806 | May 14 – May 20: 30,806 (21% savings) | 4,401 |
| Darjeeling | 5,468 | 38,274 | July 9 – July 15: 37,341 (7% savings) | 5,334 |
| Munnar | 5,134 | 35,940 | June 18 – June 24: 34,540 (15% savings) | 4,934 |
| Mahabaleshwar | 9,135 | 63,946 | July 30 – August 5: 43,409 (44% savings) | 6,201 |
| Shimla | 6,068 | 42,475 | May 14 – May 27: 41,075 (16% savings) | 5,868 |
| Nainital | 6,601 | 46,209 | July 23 – July 29: 43,875 (14% savings) | 6,268 |
| Mussoorie | 7,735 | 54,144 | May 14 – May 20: 52744 (11% savings) | 7,534 |
| Puri | 4,067 | 28,472 | May 14 – May 20: 26,605 (18% savings) | 3,801 |
| Srinagar | 4,534 | 31,739 | May 21 – June 3: 31,273 (19% savings) | 4,468 |
| Kodaikanal | 4,067 | 28,472 | June 18 – June 24: 23,805 (21% savings) | 3,401 |
| Leh | 6,001 | 42,008 | June 18 – Aug 1: 41,542 (6% savings) | 5,935
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| New Delhi | 4,134 | 28,939 | May 14 – May 20: 26,605 (28% savings) | 3,801 |
Top Mainstream International Destinations and Average Costs: When and Where to Save
(All prices in INR)
| Destination | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Avg. Week-long Expense Per Person | Least Expensive Summer Week To Visitand Savings Compared to Summer Peak | Nightly Hotel Rate During Least Expensive Summer Week |
| Bali | 7,201 | 50,410 | May 21 – May 27: 45,276 (22% savings) | 6,468 |
| Phuket | 5,534 | 38,741 | May 14 – May 20: 36,407(14% savings) | 5,201 |
| Singapore | 10,002 | 70,014 | May 28 – June 3: 67,213 (10% savings) | 9,602 |
| Dubai | 9,602 | 67,213 | May 14 – May 20: 59,745 (20% savings) | 8,535 |
| London | 15,936 | 1,11,556 | May 28 – Aug 3: 1,03,621(16% savings) | 14,803 |
| Paris | 15,603 | 1,09,222 | July 23 – July 29: 94,752 (23% savings) | 13,536 |
| Bangkok | 4,734 | 33,140 | May 14 – May 20: 30,806(16% savings) | 4,401 |
| Santorini | 21,271 | 1,48,896 | May 14 – May 20: 1,21,824(30% savings) | 17,403 |
| Pattaya | 3,801 | 26,605 | May 14 – May 20: 25,205(18% savings) | 3,601 |
| Amsterdam | 17,803 | 1,24,625 | July 30 – Aug 5: 1,11,089 (18% savings) | 15,870 |
| New York City | 24,872 | 1,74,101 | July 2 – July 8: 1,47,496 (26% savings) | 21,071 |
| Hong Kong | 10,002 | 70,014 | May 14 – May 20: 64,413 (19% savings) | 9,202 |
| Rome | 11,469 | 80,283 | July 16 – July 22: 74,215 (12% savings) | 10,602 |
| Krabi Town | 4,334 | 30,339 | May 14 – May 20: 28,472(19% savings) | 4,067 |
Top Offbeat Domestic Destinations and Average Costs: When and Where to Save
(All prices in INR)
| Destination | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Avg. Week-long Expense Per Person | Least Expensive Summer Week To Visitand Savings Compared to Summer Peak | Nightly Hotel Rate During Least Expensive Summer Week |
| Neil Island | 7,201 | 50,410 | May 14 – May 20: 48,543 (15% savings) | 6,935 |
| Ramnagar | 7,802 | 54,611 | July 30 – August 5: 42,475 (35% savings) | 6,068 |
| Kausani | 5,001 | 35,007 | July 23 – July 29: 27,539 (47% savings) | 3,934 |
| Kalimpong | 5,201 | 36,407 | May 21 – May 27: 33,607 (31% savings) | 4,801 |
| Rameswaram | 2,734 | 19,137 | June 25 – July 1: 15,403 (38% savings) | 2,200 |
| Mahabalipuram | 5,201 | 36,407 | May 28 – June 3: 33,140 (23% savings) | 4,734 |
| Lachung | 5,534 | 38,741 | July 9 – July 15: 35,474 (16% savings) | 5,068 |
| Pothamedu | 7,535 | 52,744 | June 18 – June 24: 48,543 (16% savings) | 6,935 |
| Pallivasal | 6,268 | 43,875 | June 25 – July 1: 39,675 (22% savings) | 5,668 |
| Kalpetta | 6,135 | 42,942 | May 28 – Aug 3: 42,475 (20% savings) | 6068 |
| Digha | 3,134 | 21,938 | May 14 – May 20: 20,537 (27% savings) | 2,934 |
| Chikkamagalur | 7,201 | 50,410 | May 28 – June 3: 45,742(30% savings) | 6,535 |
| Pelling | 4,067 | 28,472 | May 21 – May 27: 26,139 (39% savings) | 3,734 |
| Chithirapuram | 6,535 | 45,742 | June 11 – June 17: 43,409(21% savings) | 6,201 |
| Vythiri | 6,335 | 44,342 | Jun 4 – Jun 10: 42,008 (22% savings) | 6,001 |
Top Offbeat International Destinations and Average Costs: When and Where to Save
(All prices in INR)
| Destination | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Avg. Week-long Expense Per Person | Least Expensive Summer Week To Visitand Savings Compared to Summer Peak | Nightly Hotel Rate During Least Expensive Summer Week |
| Mahe Island | 25,405 | 1,77,836 | May 28 – June 3: 1,65,233 (14% savings) | 23,605 |
| Flic En Flac | 14,803 | 1,03,621 | May 28 – June 3: 92,885 (15% savings) | 13,269 |
| Bora Bora | 51,344 | 3,59,405 | May 28 – Aug 3: 3,35,600(13% savings) | 47,943 |
| NongThale | 9,535 | 66,747 | May 28 – June 3: 63,479 (14% savings) | 9,068 |
| Lisbon | 13,403 | 93,819 | July 30 – August 5: 82,617 (31% savings) | 11,802 |
| Praslin Island | 21,471 | 1,50,297 | May 28 – June 3: 1,41,428 (19% savings) | 20,204 |
| Imerovigli | 34,340 | 2,40,381 | May 14 – May 20: 1,96,973(28% savings) | 28,139 |
| Oia | 40,675 | 2,84,724 | May 14 – May 20: 2,38,981(25% savings) | 34,140 |
| Chaweng | 7,068 | 49,477 | May 14 – May 20: 42,942 (33% savings) | 6,135 |
| Copenhagen | 19,737 | 1,38,161 | July 23 – July 29: 1,19,490 (26% savings) | 17,070 |
| Salzburg | 13,536 | 94,752 | May 21 – May 27: 87,751(28% savings) | 12,536 |
| Karon | 5,668 | 39,675 | May 14 – May 20: 37,341(15% savings) | 5,334 |
| Lankanfinolhu Island | 18,604 | 1,30,226 | June 11 – June 17: 1,17,624 (34% savings) | 16,803 |
| Legian | 4,468 | 31,273 | May 28 – June 3: 27,539 (22% savings) | 3,934 |
| Fira | 21,938 | 1,53,564 | May 14 – May 20: 1,26,025 (32% savings) | 18,003 |
Break-up By Star Category: Mainstream Domestic Destinations
(All prices in INR)
| 5 Star | 4 Star | 3 Star | 2 Star | |||||||||
| Destinations
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Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Least
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LEW Avg. Nightly Rate | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Least
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LEW Avg. Nightly Rate | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Least
Expensive Week (LEW) |
LEW Avg. Nightly Rate | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Least
Expensive Week (LEW) |
LEW Avg. Nightly Rate |
| Goa | 14,133 | 14-May | 13,065 | 7,200 | 14-May | 6,867 | 4,866 | 14-May | 4,667 | 3,867 | 30-Jul | 2,533 |
| Manali | 11,466 | 16-Jul | 9,993 | 7,800 | 16-Jul | 6,933 | 4,600 | 30-Jul | 3,267 | 3,333 | 30-Jul | 2,000 |
| Ooty (Udhagamandalam) | 13,666 | 30-Jul | 9,866 | 6,933 | 30-Jul | 5,200 | 4,333 | 9-Jul | 3,533 | 4,867 | 30-Jul | 2,533 |
| Gangtok | NA | NA | NA | 10,400 | 9-Jul | 9,133 | 4,670 | 16-Jul | 3,933 | 3,533 | 9-Jul | 2,733 |
| Darjeeling | 26,533 | 30-Jul | 22,933 | 12,400 | 30-Jul | 10,933 | 5,800 | 2-Jul | 4,933 | 3,733 | 23-Jul | 3,133 |
| Munnar | 10,333 | 18-Jun | 9,533 | 8,200 | 25-Jun | 7,800 | 4,333 | 2-Jul | 4,133 | 3,133 | 11-Jun | 2,867 |
| Mahabaleshwar | 16,200 | 4-Jun | 14,133 | 12,200 | 4-Jun | 11,332 | 14,333 | 30-Jul | 6,733 | 9,333 | 30-Jul | 5,400 |
| Shimla | 13,400 | 28-May | 11,733 | 9,000 | 30-Jul | 7,466 | 5,533 | 4 Jun & 18 Jun | 5,467 | 3,600 | 30-Jul | 2,000 |
| Nainital | NA | NA | NA | 13,266 | 2-Jul | 11,400 | 7,400 | 23-Jul | 6,800 | 4,467 | 30-Jul | 2,867 |
| Mussoorie | 17,066 | 14-May | 15,400 | 14,466 | 9-Jul | 12,133 | 6,200 | 23-Jul | 5,333 | 5,667 | 23-Jul | 4,400 |
| Puri | NA | NA | NA | 5,600 | 14-May | 6,067 | 4,133 | 30 Jul | 3,867 | 3,533 | 30-Jul | 2,333 |
| Srinagar | 14,200 | 25-Jun | 13,333 | 7,333 | 2-Jul | 6,867 | 4,267 | 16 Jul & 23 Jul | 4,133 | 2,533 | 30-Jul | 1,133 |
| Kodaikanal | 13,800 | 30-Jul | 11,533 | 7,333 | 18-Jun | 5,800 | 4,200 | 9-Jul | 3,800 | 2,333 | 30-Jul | 1,600 |
| Leh | NA | NA | NA | 16,466 | 16-Jul | 15,133 | 6,000 | 11-Jun | 5,800 | 3,933 | 9-Jul | 3,467 |
| New Delhi | 10,733 | 14 May & 21 May | 10,200 | 6,800 | 14-May | 6,599 | 3,200 | 14-May | 3,133 | 2,067 | 23-Jul | 1,800 |
Break-up By Star Category: Mainstream International Destinations
(All prices in INR)
| 5 Star | 4 Star | 3 Star | 2 Star | |||||||||
| Destinations
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LEW Avg. Nightly Rate | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Least
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LEW Avg. Nightly Rate | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Least
Expensive Week (LEW) |
LEW Avg. Nightly Rate | Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate | Least
Expensive Week (LEW) |
LEW Avg. Nightly Rate |
| Bali | 25,066 | 21-May | 22,499 | 9,199 | 14-May | 8,266 | 3,133 | 14 May, 21 May | 2,867 | 2,133 | 14-May | 1,933 |
| Phuket | 18,733 | 21-May | 17,600 | 7,000 | 14 May & 21 May | 6,733 | 2,700 | 14, 21, 28 May and 11 June | 2,533 | 2,000 | 30-Jul | 1,733 |
| Singapore | 20,399 | 4-Jun | 19,732 | 12,333 | 28-May | 11,666 | 7,000 | 21-May | 6,600 | 5,133 | 30-Jul | 4,667 |
| Dubai | 17,533 | 4-Jun | 15,200 | 7,466 | 14-May | 6,467 | 5,867 | 14-May | 5,067 | 5,200 | 21-May | 4,600 |
| London | 38,066 | 28-May | 34,996 | 18,733 | 28-May | 17,265 | 11,400 | 14 May and 4 June | 10,932 | 8,666 | 28-May | 8,133 |
| Paris | 43,932 | 30-July | 38,529 | 19,133 | 30-Jul | 15,800 | 12,933 | 23-Jul | 12,000 | 10,133 | 30-Jul | 9,000 |
| Bangkok | 13,133 | 14 May | 12,199 | 5,800 | 14 and 21 May | 5,466 | 3,067 | 4-June | 2,933 | 2,067 | 21-May | 1,933 |
| Santorini | 47,199 | 14-May | 38,196 | 31,133 | 14-May | 26,131 | 13,466 | 14-May | 10,799 | 10,066 | 14-May | 7,600 |
| Pattaya | 10,066 | 28-May | 9,266 | 4,733 | 14-May | 4,467 | 2,667 | 14-May | 2,533 | 2,067 | 30-Jul | 1,867 |
| Amsterdam | 35,399 | 30-Jul | 30,133 | 19,666 | 30-Jul | 15,400 | 16,333 | 30-Jul | 14,733 | 14,866 | 28-May | 13,533 |
| New York City | 49,265 | 2-Jul | 41,466 | 24,266 | 2-Jul | 20,399 | 18,866 | 2-Jul | 16,666 | 11,933 | 18-Jun | 10,666 |
| Hong Kong | 23,666 | 4-Jun | 23,133 | 10,800 | 14-May | 10,133 | 6,733 | 14-May | 6,133 | 5,200 | 14-May | 4,400 |
| Rome | 36,266 | 30-Jul | 31,133 | 15,333 | 23-Jul | 13,266 | 10,733 | 16-Jul | 9,666 | 8,800 | 30-Jul | 7,933 |
| Krabi Town | 16,600 | 14-May | 15,800 | 6,000 | 14-May | 5,533 | 3,333 | 21-May | 2,933 | 1,666 | 9-Jul | 1,600 |
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Methodology
Top destinations for Indian travelers during the summer travel period (1 May 2018 — 31 July 2018) according to destinations seeing the greatest increase in seasonal hotel booking interest from spring to summer 2018 on TripAdvisor.
Average costs to visit the top summer travel destinations are representative of a one-week trip including a seven-night hotel stay
Avg. Nightly Hotel Rate is the average cost of a one-night stay in a hotel available on TripAdvisor
Least Expensive Summer Week to Visit is based on the average summer hotel rate during the least expensive summer week
Percent savings below summer peak determined by comparing the cost of the least and most expensive summer weeks to visit each destination.
All prices were converted from USD to INR at the rate of INR 66.66 on 3rdMay 2018.
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