India, May 27 -- HT Syndication

New Delhi [India], May 27: As extreme summer temperatures continue to sweep across North India and international travel faces uncertainty due to geopolitical tensions and rising airfare costs, Indian travellers are increasingly choosing domestic destinations for their holidays. Tourism operators across South India, especially in Kerala and hill stations in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, are witnessing a sharp rise in bookings from domestic tourists seeking cooler climates, luxury experiences, and wellness-focused holidays.

Destinations such as Munnar, Wayanad, and Vagamon have become highly popular this season after Kerala received early monsoon showers in mid-May, bringing temperatures down significantly comp...