~ Report by KAYAK.co.in reveals London, Chicago, New York and Paris too are hot destinations for Easter~
New Delhi, April 24, 2019: As April approaches, the air is resplendent with the anticipation of the Easter Holiday – a celebratory time with family and friends over good food and conversations! For travel enthusiasts who are looking for vacation, the world’s leading travel search engine, KAYAK (www.KAYAK.co.in), has released a list of Easter holiday destinations that have gained popularity in recent times. These include the country’s capital New Delhi – famous for its heritage tourist attractions, London – for its classic architecture, in addition to Chicago, New York and Paris as other trending destinations these Easter holidays.
Abhijit Mishra, Regional Director, APAC of KAYAK commented, “By analysing the current summer travel trends that we saw in KAYAK’s database, we noticed that destinations such as Goa, Bangkok, Hong Kong and Dubai have decreased in popularity, while cities like New Delhi, London, New York, Chicago and Paris are increasingly becoming popular among Indians looking to travel for Easter holidays. As this is the right time to make Easter travel plans, KAYAK can assist travellers in planning their vacation by providing the best deals on our platform.”
For those planning their travels to any of the current leading destinations across the globe, the below traveller tips and guides are sure to elevate your travel!
New Delhi, India
While tropical summers may add to your traveling woes in India, the country’s national capital has much to offer to travellers who are planning a relaxed escapade. With Noida and Gurgaon just few kilometers away from New Delhi, tourists can look for a getaway from the scorching heat – by sipping on this long-established city’s famous ice-cold golas on the streets, clinking glasses of cool cocktail concoctions at famous pubs and ice skating at Ski India. New Delhi has a lot to offer that will make for memorable, ‘cool’ Easter. Plan a relaxing trip to experience the historical attractions, munch on the local cuisines, interact with different cultures and indulge in a spot of street shopping presented by the national capital,here.
| Destination | Year-on-Year search volume change | v/s Ranking in 2018 | Year-on-Year flight price change |
| New Delhi | 107% | up by 4 spots | 0% |
London, United Kingdom
London is known to be the Queen’s royal abode and is one of the most exciting destinations for young couples and families. During Easter travellers can find the city blooming with spring colours at numerous parks, while enjoying the Underbelly Festival at Southbank that features top-of-the-line performing artists in theatre, comedy, music and more. The month of April is also the perfect time to experience two of the largest sporting events in the city – the London Games Festival and the London Marathon. Travellers can also indulge in stage performances, live music and food festivals at the Feast of St. George and during the Sikh festival of Vaisakhi. Apart from the recommended tours of the Big Ben; taking a ride on the London Eye, watching the changing of guards at the Buckingham Palace and hunting for Easter eggs across the city are a must do! Tourists can plan a curated itinerary to London righthere.
| Destination | Year-on-Year search volume change | v/s Ranking in 2018 | Year-on-Year flight price change |
| London | 96% | up by 7 spots | -6% |
New York, United States of America
Ever thought about spending Easter holidays under cherry blossom trees amidst a concrete jungle? The month of April is the perfect time to visit New York to experience cherry blossoms in full bloom at Central Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Spend a fun and colourful day with your family and friends by going to the spectacular Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival. For a cosmopolitan affair, tourists can spend a day attending international events such as the New York Auto Show and Robert De Niro’s Tribeca Film Festival. Enjoy the best of NYC’s food at the weekend flea markets in Williamsburg and Prospect Park. Dine at chic rooftop bars, walk along the Manhattan high line and experience the NHL and NBA playoffs in the city this Easter, by planning your trip here.
| Destination | Year-on-Year search volume change | v/s Ranking in 2018 | Year-on-Year flight price change |
| New York | 93% | up by 7 spots | 5% |
Chicago, United States of America
Famous for its Chicago-style pizza, this windy city has a plethora of activities to offer if you love art, music and architecture. April brings the warmth of a balmy summer in this culture-rich city, which is a welcome break from its cold winters. The Art Institute of Chicago is the perfect location for art lovers to wander around, while music lovers can spend their time listening to the Blues at Green Mill. April is also when the Cubs and the White Sox kick off their baseball openers, making it a once in a lifetime experience for sports fans. For all the foodies out there, the city offers many options to munch on at local events such as BaconFest, RumFest and the popular Chicago Cocktail Social. For those looking for an Easter egg hunt with a twist, Chicago offers its tourists an opportunity to participate in a nighttime Easter egg hunt using just a flashlight and a map! Planhere to visit the city and take a detour to downtown Chicago, to truly experience the midwest capital.
| Destination | Year-on-Year search volume change | v/s Ranking in 2018 | Year-on-Year flight price change |
| Chicago | 65% | up by 5 spots | 30% |
Paris, France
Fashion, art, romance and the Eiffel Tower – these terms are synonymous with the beauty that is Paris. However, the city has much more to offer than just materialistic delights! Paris has a classical, yet chic vibe that is ideal for tourists to experience everything through its architecture and mouthwatering cuisine. Beautiful by day, the city is even more splendid by night; Paris is a feast for the eyes, offering travellers picturesque landmarks like the majestic Louvre, Notre Dame and Île de la Cité. Sip a latte at a quaint roadside café or enjoy the scent of freshly baked baguettes at the local bakeries – Paris is a city for everyone who is truly romantic at heart. Explore the iconic city here, by planning landmark visits, remarkable wine tastings and outstanding bike and walking tours.
| Destination | Year-on-Year search volume change | v/s Ranking in 2018 | Year-on-Year flight price change |
| Paris | 64% | up by 15 spots | 0% |
For travellers looking to plan their spring adventures, KAYAK offers many helpful tools that can help you plan your holidays, such as KAYAK’s Heat Maps that identifies the nearest accommodation options in one’s preferred area of choice of tourist attractions. Users can also use KAYAK’s Trips feature, which is a free personal travel assistant to organize, manage and share your trip itinerary with any hassle.
Corporate Comm India(CCI Newswire)
