Indian Tourists Spend in Turkey: Avg, Spend per tourists $1,500-$2,000 Total annual spend: $450m-$600m
Indian Tourists to Turkey (2024 estimate): 300,000-350,000 (Driven by weddings, Bollywood Shoots and leisure Travel)
Total International Tourists in Turkey: 60+ million in 2024 record high
TURKEY Not So Hot BOMBAY OCTOBER Weather, Places a Turkey of The Indian traveller has not appreciated the unequivocal support for Pakistan by Turkey and Azerbaijan and the sentiment is not only about avoiding travelling there, but also about shifting that travel expense to the neighbours with whom they have not-so-congenial ralation, Greece and Armenia. Is this just online anger, or is it actually playing out in the travel industry?
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invented gave Rs 4,000+cr to Turkey & Azerbaijan last year through tourism, Created jobs. Boosted their economy, hotels, weddings, flights. Today both Stand with Pakistan after Pahalgam attack. Plenty of beautiful places in India & the world. Please skip these 2 places Jay Hind.
Say no to Turkey Say no to Azerbaijan
No to visit them No to travel on their airline(s)
Let them drone on now for Pakistan tourists
Send out a STRONG massage to those who take our Commerce for granted
Never ever going to Turkey and Azerbaijan ! No leisure no concerts ! Mark My Words ! Never !!
'Don't go to Turkey'
Social media is abuzz with Boycott Turkey Boycott Azarbaijan ,after both the countries publicly supported Pakistan during Indian’s military retaliation following the Pahalgam terror. While Turkey has long been a favourite among Indian traveller, many are reconsidering their trips or actively choosing alternative destinations like creece and Armenia.
'Go to Greece instead'
What’s the alternative? Many are suggesting Greece and even Greek Journalists are encouraging Indian travellers to reconsider their plans. ‘Way travel to Turkey when you can come to Greece? We are friendly to India (and ranked the friendlist country in the world by Forbes), have idyllic islands, a plethora Bronze Age to medleval history, sleepy villages & ALOT of veg food way even consider Turkey (sic)? Wrote Paul Antonopoulos, a Greek journalist, on x.
'Bookings for Turkey and Azerbaijan dwon't by 60%, while cancellation have surged by 250%'
Indian travellers have expressed strong sentiments over the past one week, with Bookings for Azerbaijan amd Turkey decreasing by 60%, while cancellation have surged by 250% during the same period.
In solidarity with our nation and out deep respect for our armed forces, we strongly support this sentiment and advise all against all non essential already travel to Azerbaijan and Turkey, We have already discontinued all promotions and offers on our platform to discourage tourism to these two destination.
– MakeMyTrip spokesperson
'Noticeable trend among Indians shifting from Turkey, Azerbaijan to Greece Armenia'
There’s a noticeable trend among Indian travellers shifting from Turkey and Azerbaijan to destination like Greece and Armenia. This is largely due to geopolitical tension and calls for boycotts against Turkey & Azerbaijan, leading OTAs are actively recommending alternative destinations that are perceived as more welcoming and politicallye neutral. In addition to Greece and Armenia, Indian travellers ore Vietnam. These countries offer rich cultural experiences, historical sites, and are generally considered safe and affordable, making them attractive alternatives for those reconsidering travel to Turkey and Azerbaijan.
– Rikant pottie, CEO and Co-founder, EaseMyTrip
Greece, Please !
.Total International tourists in Greece: ~34 million, up by 12.8% from 2023
Indian Tourists of Greece (2024 estimate ): ~60,000-80,000 (Limited by Schengen visa Issues, but increasing due to Luxury and honeymoon travel)
Indian Tourists spend in Greece Average spend per tourist: $2,000-$2,500 Total annual spend: $120m-$200m
“Greece and Armenia tu are viable alternatives dui to their historical ties with India. Culturel richness, and affordability Greece offers a blend of ancient History and scenic beauty, while Armenia provides a unique culturel experience with its monasteries and landscapes. Both countries have simplified visa processes for Indian travellers, enhancing their appeal,” shores Rikant Pittie.
VISAS & TRAVEL ACCESSIBILITY
“A sevan-day trip to Greece for india typically ranges between ₹1.5 to ₹2 lakh per person, depending on the season and accommodation choices. Armenia is relatively more affordable, with lower costs for accommodation, food and local transportation, marking it an economical choice for budget conscious travellers,” Says Rikant Pittie.
'Not many are canceling trips to Turkey and Turkish Airlines bookings'
“The trend we’re witnessing is that while travellers avoiding Azerbaijan, Turkey remains popular. Not many canceling trips to Turkey or Turkish Airlines bookings, especially since lstanbul is a major hub for connecting flights into Europe. Alternative destinations like Georgia, Uzbekistan, and Armenia offer similar pricing, but language barriers and scams are common. Travellers should book through trusted, government approved operators, carry insurance, and use apps like bolt or Uber within cities, confirms Akash Rastogi.
'While some travellers are reconsidering plans we've only seen minimal cancellation'
According to Hari Ganapathy, Co-founder of Pickyourtrail “While some travellers or reconsidering plans we’ve only seen minimal cancellation. With clear, real-time updates, we’ve been able to help travellers make well-informed adjustment rather than hasty changes.”
