India’s group travel market split; Gen Z seeks tech-led flexibility while seniors

Gupta said Gen Z and millennials are increasingly influenced by social media and are expanding group travel through educational exchanges, university programmes, and work-study opportunities. Their preferences include keyless entry, high-speed Wi-Fi, co-working spaces, sustainable practices, and authentic local experiences.

In contrast, Gen X and Baby Boomers are showing stronger demand for business travel, religious pilgrimages, wellness retreats, and heritage tours. Gupta said these travellersprioritise physical comfort, acoustic insulation, step-free accessibility, and high-touch customer support.

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Shreya Bansal is a reporter at TravTalk India, covering the travel and tourism industry. She brings a keen eye for emerging trends, trade developments, and the stories shaping the travel landscape.

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