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Breathcations Gain Popularity in NCR Around Diwali

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As air quality in the National Capital Region (NCR) dips to "very poor" levels ahead of Diwali, families are opting for shorter escapes to nearby hill stations to avoid the pollution. According to hotel bookings, there has been a significant increase in last-minute reservations for Diwali weekend getaways. Popular destinations like Jim Corbett, Nainital, Mukteshwar, Rishikesh, and Mussoorie are attracting families seeking cleaner environments within a short drive from Delhi.

Key Takeaways:

  • Hotel bookings in popular hill stations around NCR have seen a surge in last-minute reservations due to rising air pollution levels in Delhi.
  • Destinations like Corbett, Nainital, and Mussoorie are in high demand for Diwali weekend getaways, with families seeking cleaner areas within a short drive from Delhi.
  • Guests are keen to avoid Delhi's pollution, with many opting for last-minute getaways to nearby resorts in cleaner areas.
  • Hotel managers report an increase in holiday bookings around the Diwali period over the past few years.
  • Families with young children and elderly members are among the top bookings, as they seek to avoid the high levels of air pollution during Diwali.
  • Aahana Resorts in Jim Corbett has confirmed around 20 rooms for the Diwali weekend, while multiple queries are floating for other resorts in the area.

Statistics:

  • AQI levels in Delhi have dropped to "very poor" levels ahead of Diwali, prompting families to opt for shorter escapes.
  • Last-minute reservations for Diwali weekend getaways have flooded hotel bookings in popular hill stations around NCR.
  • Around 20 rooms have been confirmed at Aahana Resorts in Jim Corbett for the Diwali weekend.
  • Multiple queries are floating for other resorts in the area, including booking requests for Nainital and Mussoorie.
  • The Diwali period has seen an increase in holiday bookings over the past few years, with hotel managers reporting a rise in demand.

Sources:

  • Avni Tripathi, Director, Aahana Resorts, Jim Corbett
  • Arindam Bahel, General Manager, The Fern Brentwood, Mussoorie
  • Ajay Sharma, General Manager, Taj Corbett Resort & Spa
  • Shahzad Aslam, Head of Sales, Leisure Hotels Group, Nainital
  • Vikas Nagar, Hotel Manager, Pilibhit House IHCL SeleQtions

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