New report highlights how Indians are expanding their travel bucketlist for international beach destinations

Indians are travelling all over the world and with that their thirst to explore unchartered territories is also expanding but when it comes to beaches Indians love them as much as they love their mountains and will even go overseas to have a laidback vacationWhile perennial favorites continue to feature prominently accommodation search trends by digital travel platform Agoda highlights growing interest in a wider mix of coastal and island destinations across South and Southeast Asia as well as EuropeTravellers are looking to explore destinations that offer immersive cultural experiences and different types of coastal landscapes reflecting an appetite to discover more of what each region has to offerSoutheast Asia remains a core draw but the map is wideningSoutheast Asia remains a fixture in Indian travelers search activity with its blend of tropical islands vibrant coastal cities and relaxed beach towns Among the destinations seeing notable search interest Bali continues to captivate travelers with its blend of scenic beaches centuriesold temples and wellness retreats Meanwhile Phuket retains its spot as a crowd favorite owing to its lively coastline bustling night markets and easy access to nearby islands offering everything from family holidays to adventurefilled getawaysBeyond these wellknown favourites Agoda searches point to growing interest in a wider range of destinations each with its own unique offerings In Indonesia Lombok is attracting attention for its uncrowded beaches surf culture and proximity to the Gili Islands Vietnam is also emerging as a coastal hotspot with Phu Quoc Island offering whitesand beaches alongside protected national parks Da Nang combining a scenic coastline with a vibrant culinary scene and H Long continuing to captivate travelers with its limestone islands and overnight cruisesAcross Thailand destinations such as Ko Tao are drawing travelers looking for worldclass diving and a slower island pace complementing established favourites including Krabi Koh Samui and Pattaya Other destinations in Southeast Asia such as Langkawi Penang and Cebu are also garnering considerable search interestFrom island retreats in the Indian Ocean to Mediterranean shoresAlong Sri Lankas coastline Trincomalee known for its calm bays and marine life has emerged in Agodarsquos search data alongside Arugam Bay a destination that has built a reputation as one of South Asias leading surf destinations Together with Mirissa known for its whalewatching experiences as well as destinations like Galle and Bentota Sri Lanka is increasingly appealing to travelers looking beyond traditional island holidaysMediterranean locales are also finding a place on Indian travelers wish lists Santorini continues to attract visitors with its iconic cliffside villages overlooking the Aegean Sea Nice pairs Riviera beaches with a vibrant cultural scene while Ibiza remains a popular choice for travelers looking to combine beach holidays with its renowned nightlifeGaurav Malik country director Indian Subcontinent amp Indian Ocean Islands with the digital travel platform said Indian travelers are increasingly broadening their horizons beyond the traditional beach favorites While wellestablished coastal destinations continue to see strong interest we are also seeing growing demand for a wider mix of beach escapes across regions From vibrant seaside hotspots and island getaways to quieter coastal towns travelers today are seeking more variety and choice in how they plan their beach holidays