Travel News and Trends in India – August 2025
The new 210 km high-speed corridor between Delhi and Dehradun will cut travel
time from 6.5 hours to 2.5 hours. It includes Asia’s longest wildlife corridor
through Rajaji National Park, and is expected to boost tourism and economic
activity in Uttarakhand.
India Resumes Tourist Visas for
Chinese Citizens
After nearly five years, India has resumed issuing tourist visas to Chinese
citizens as of July 24, 2025. This move is expected to revive tourism and
improve diplomatic ties.
Goa's Mopa Airport is emerging as a key transit hub, especially for tourists
heading toward Lakshadweep and Maharashtra’s lesser-explored interiors. The
increase in flight routes and infrastructure is driving more domestic and
international traffic.
Nashik Airport Sees 56% Rise in
Passenger Traffic
With more than 1.06 lakh travelers in April–June 2025, Nashik’s airport is
seeing a major uptick due to the city’s appeal for wine tourism, spiritual
destinations, and industrial connectivity.
Sigandur in Karnataka Becomes a New
Tourist Hotspot
The recent opening of Karnataka’s longest bridge across the Sharavathi
backwaters has improved access to the Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple. Tour
operators are now offering packages from Hubballi and Sirsi.
