HOW EVOLVED IS THE wellness market when it comes to the Indian domestic traveller? Is a wellness-only resort able to operate sustainably with no other leisure offering? We get chatting with some of the key stakeholders from luxury retreats across the country to understand the market.
CURATED WELLNESS
“There has been an uptick of Indian travellers seeking wellness holidays especially since the pandemic,” says Bhawna Rao, co-founder and chief curator of Encompass Experiences (goencompass.in), an experiential travel company with a wellness angle. “The millennial and Gen X opt for specialised retreats and fitness programmes that are out in nature. Meanwhile, baby boomers are attracted to luxury spa resorts with a focus on relaxation and stress reduction,” she adds.
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