Top 10 travel destinations searched by Indians 2025: Philippines, Georgia find space among usual suspects and spiritual sites

The Philippines

The Philippines ranked second among the most-trending travel destinations for Indians, driven largely by its visa-free entry for Indian travellers for up to 14 days. This policy shift eased travel and resulted in a 28 per cent rise in travel searches from India, Forbes India reported.

Georgia

Georgia became a buzzword in travel conversations throughout 2025, becoming an affordable yet unexplored “European escape.” With its rich heritage, wide range of landscapes, and growing association with Indian cinema, the country saw a 40 per cent increase in Indian arrivals in the first half of the year.

Mauritis

This destination continued to attract tourists for its luxury experiences, family-friendly appeal, and popularity as a wedding hotspot. The visa-free regime also helped it emerge as a preferred Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) destination for Indian corporates, as noted in the Google report.

Kashmir

Despite the unfortunate Pahalgam terror attack, Kashmir maintained its status as a top domestic destination. In 2024, the Valley saw 2.35 crore tourists and over 95 lakh domestic visitors in the first half of 2025.

Phu Quoc

Beach-centric Southeast Asian destinations continued to charm Indian travellers. Among them, Phu Quoc gained particular attention, boosted by pop-culture influence from the OTT series The White Lotus.

Phuket

Phuket remains a top choice for Indian travellers, consistently ranking among the top 10 most-searched global destinations. The island’s appeal is reflected in its economic impact; in 2024, Phuket emerged as Thailand’s top-earning province for tourism, generating a record-breaking 497.5 billion baht.

Maldives

The Maldives remains a premier choice for Indian travellers seeking an ultimate luxury getaway, consistently ranking among the world’s top 10 most-searched destinations. This year proved to be a landmark as by November 2025, the Maldives surpassed its annual target of 2 million tourist arrivals ahead of schedule, officially recording its most successful year of tourism to date.

Somnath

Somnath, home to one of India’s most revered temples, featured prominently in trending searches. Recent development initiatives increased search interest among devotees and history enthusiasts alike, the report said.

Pondicherry

Pondicherry, with its blend of French colonial architecture and Tamil culture, remained a preferred year-end destination. Known for its relaxed coastal vibe, it emerged as a popular choice for short breaks, workcations, and cultural retreats, reflecting evolving travel preferences among Indian tourists.