New Delhi, Dec. 28 -- Every winter, the spotlight turns to travel and people seek out the best places to go to either embrace or escape the winter chill. Agoda's latest data shows that Indian families are embracing winter travel like never before, with a 30% jump in accommodation searches for December 2025 to February 2026 compared to last year. The spike isn't driven by the usual sun-and-sand getaways. Instead, families are looking toward snow-covered landscapes and winter festivals.

Improved connectivity, simpler visa processes and affordable options have removed much of the friction from international travel. "There's a growing fascination with snow, winter sports, and cultural festivities," says Gaurav Malik, country director (Indian...