Over 70 percent travelers research dining options before taking a trip, and 72 percent of them rely on online reviews for making a choice, asking local residents (57 percent) and friends & family (48 percent) are closed next choices. Despite extensive research only 4 percent travelers make reservation in restaurants of their choice. The low percentage can be attributed to the shift in choices of restaurant type with only a dismal 7 percent preferring to dine at a chain restaurant (which encourage reservations) vis a vis whooping 92 percent experimental diners who go for independent local outfits.
Majority (74%) Indian travelers are self-acclaimed foodies who prefer taste over healthy choices while on vacations, 64% admit indulging in non-healthy options when eating out while on vacations. 92% respondents firmly believe in the power of food to connect them to the local culture.
and they make it a point to experience a destinations famed dish. Yet, Indians are still warming up to the concept of “foodie vacation”, as only 33 percent have taken such trip to experience regional cuisines.
