Independent travel high on Gen Z's mind: Skyscanner survey
MUMBAI: Almost one in two among India's youngsters, aged under 25, apparently have planned to spend their first paycheck on a leisure trip abroad on a holiday sans parents or guardians in tow, according to a survey by Skyscanner , a travel search aggregator.
"Nearly half (47%) of India's Gen Z (aged 18-25) are eagerly planning leisure trips abroad, without their parents or guardians, fueled by their deep desire for exploration and new adventures (49%).
"Nearly half (47%) of India's Gen Z (aged 18-25) are eagerly planning leisure trips abroad, without their parents or guardians, fueled by their deep desire for exploration and new adventures (49%).
What’s more interesting is that financial independence is key to Gen Zs, with a whopping 81% choosing to plan their first overseas adventure after landing their first job or receiving their first paycheck," according to the travel company.
Skyscanner said that data came from a survey which took place in March and involved 2,000 respondents aged 18-25 from India.
"Taking your first overseas trip represents a significant milestone for numerous young adults worldwide. While many times it with a graduation celebration, in India, it only becomes a reality after they land their first job. In fact, 2 in 3 young Indians are diligently saving, while only 1 in 5 utilise buy-now-pay-later options to make their travel dreams a reality sooner," it said.
Skyscanner said that data came from a survey which took place in March and involved 2,000 respondents aged 18-25 from India.
"Taking your first overseas trip represents a significant milestone for numerous young adults worldwide. While many times it with a graduation celebration, in India, it only becomes a reality after they land their first job. In fact, 2 in 3 young Indians are diligently saving, while only 1 in 5 utilise buy-now-pay-later options to make their travel dreams a reality sooner," it said.
The survey results, it said, sheds light on the travel behaviours and factors considered by Gen Z in India as they chart their course for their first independent trip without their parents or guardians.
Skyscanner’s Travel and Destinations Expert, Mohit Joshi said, “Gen Zs in India are passionate about exploration! Whether it is their desire to seize the opportunity of semester breaks and long weekends to fuel their wanderlust (42%), or celebrate special milestones like birthdays, anniversaries, or graduations (39%), their passion for travel is undeniable.”
The key highlights of the survey according to Skyscanner:
- Gen Z Thrives on Experiencing Life's Grand Spectacles: Gen Z craves the excitement of life's defining moments, with 46% inspired to jet off overseas to experience concerts, sports events and other big cultural events. That said, stepping outside their comfort zones and immersing themselves in cultural exploration is also a major drive for these travellers. With over half (51%) seeing travel as a chance to break free and immerse in new cultures, it's all about expanding horizons.
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