From igloos to private islands: How India’s wealthiest explored the world in 2024

New Delhi: India’s wealthiest always travel a bit differently, seeking out locations and experiences that are less explored. “Ski resorts in France like Courchevel, and Val Thorens; Zermatt and Verbier in Switzerland, and St. Moritz and Saas-Fee in Switzerland attracted a mix of celebrities and high-net-worth travellers from India," said Radhika Khanijo, the founder of Welgrow Travel, a boutique travel agency in Delhi that caters to the elite. Travel agencies are Private islands and luxury wellness Private islands also saw an increase in demand as affluent Indians sought privacy and exclusivity while holidaying. “India has become one of the biggest sources of luxury travellers globally, and that trend will only grow… increasing spending power of Indian travellers," said Priyanka Nijhawan, director of representations at Nijhawan Group, a destination and hotel representation agency that represents luxury hotel brands across the world, including the Kempinski Hotels, Baglioni Hotels, and Myconian Hotels. “On the wellness front, high-end resorts like Mandapa Bali, an indigenous Balinese village, which we represent, are offering tailored experiences that cater to the growing demand for luxury wellness travel.