India, Aug. 27 -- Kochi, 2026 - Indian families planning holidays are increasingly booking private villas over conventional hotel rooms, a shift driven by demand for space, privacy and personalised experiences, according to VOYE HOMES, South India's largest holiday home network. The Kerala-based hospitality platform, which now operates 120+ boutique resorts and holiday homes across 20+ destinations in India and the UAE, said villa bookings for multi-generational and family groups have become its fastest-growing segment over the past year.

The trend reflects a broader move away from standardised hotel stays toward experiential travel, where guests prioritise private pools, full kitchens, dedicated staff and flexible schedules over hotel a...