India, July 9 -- Once a convenient stopgap, microcations are the new big thing in travel. Because who has the time (or the budget) for longer vacations?

Whether it's brought on by weather-related disruptions, or a desire for frequent breaks, travellers are now choosing destinations that are closer and lighter on the wallet for higher-impact trips that last three to five days.

"Recent airspace disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and unexpected heatwaves across popular destinations in Europe have made microcations more relevant," says Manjari Singh, chief growth and business officer at Cleartrip, adding, "These short getaways are easy on the wallet, require little planning, and offer the perfect balance."

Karan Agarwal, director at Cox &...