Research conducted by Expedia has found that over half of Indians say they would feel anxious about not having Wi-Fi while on vacation, highlighting how important it has become for travellers to stay connected – whether that's to keep up with work emails or share holiday snaps online.

Indian work culture is very demanding, with many workers struggling to strike the right work-life balance. Nearly a fifth of Indian workers spend up to three hours a daily, daydreaming about a holiday – but they're not taking them, out of the cultural fear that they'll be looked upon negatively.

India’s travel and tourism industry is set to grow by over 7% in 2014, with more Indian youths realising their dream to see the world. Once a distant aspiration, holidays are now a tangible reality that urbanites will pay for. But what motivations are driving their travel plans?

Budget hotels in India have gained a bad reputation across the world, but a growing middle class and a desire to travel have sparked the creation of new mid-market options offering clean, comfortable rooms without a luxury price tag. So what’s got Indians looking to explore their home turf?