Travel firms roll out discounts in domestic circuit to woo customers

With only a few foreign destinations welcoming tourists, players such as Thomas Cook, Yatra.com and MakeMyTrip are tapping demand for stays in villas, havelis and forts with local experiences

Travel companies are launching new products and promotions to sustain growth in domestic market.

While Thomas Cook and SOTC are offering 40-50 per cent discount on packages in a limited period offer, Yatra.com said trips to hill stations are 20-30 per cent cheaper compared to last year. MakeMyTrip too plans to roll out special discounts and early bird offers for upcoming summer travel season.

International travel remains highly restricted and only a few destinations such as Dubai, Maldives and Oman are welcoming tourists. Seychelles and Sri Lanka too have opened their doors now for leisure travel. But overall outlook for