35 pc of Indian travellers forget phone chargers while packing for trips: Report

Travelling is not just about visiting a new destination and exploring tourist places From planning to packing and from cultural immersion to nostalgic connection a complete holiday experience entails several behindthescenes moments that may not always make it to conversations and social media feedsFrom the chaos over a forgotten phone charger to the comforting presence of homemade namkeen Indian travellersrsquo journeys are shaped by several quirks relatable practices and unexpected moments according to a new reportWhat didnrsquot make it to the tripDespite having been thorough with your vacation packing have you ever had the feeling that you are missing something It might be your phone charger The report by travel platform Bookingcom reveals that 35 per cent Indian travellers forget their phone chargers or adapters while packingBesides this most forgotten item 33 per cent travellers forget toothbrushes or toothpaste 29 per cent miss carrying essential medicines and 28 per cent donrsquot have earphones to accompany them on their journey because well they forget them at homeBeyond these usual items travellers also sometimes miss packing things like umbrellas and sunglasses Critical travel documents are also in the list with 21 per cent Indians forgetting to carry this essential itemWhat didnrsquot make it back homeThings are missed not only while packing before the trip but also while returning from the vacation Nearly half 42 per cent of Indian travellers leave behind clothing items like socks shirts and tops during their holidays the report statesOther commonly forgotten items include electronics like earphones chargers or power banks 37 per cent toiletries 36 per cent glasses 30 per cent and jewellery or watches 22 per cent Around 17 per cent Indian travellers have also forgotten important documents such as passports or IDs Some truly unexpected items in this list include hair extensions or wigs 15 per cent teeth aligners 13 per cent and even pets 12 per centHome away from homeFor some Indian travellers going away from home for vacation doesnrsquot necessarily mean parting ways with homecooked food The report reveals that 37 per cent of Indians prefer travelling with the comfort of homecooked foods such asthepla paratha or puriWhen it comes to travel snacking Indiansrsquo top picks are dry snacks likenamkeen khakhra and biscuits 54 per cent followed by energyboosting dry fruits and nuts 41 per cent and chocolates candies or mints 39 per cent that offer a readily available treat For 33 per cent travellers coffee and tea sachets are also essentialBringing back memoriesSouvenirs act as tangible reminders of experiences and Indian travellers wholeheartedly embrace them bringing memories of their travels home For 64 per cent of respondents clothing items unique to the destination are their top souvenir picks This is followed by edible snacks sourced from local supermarkets or vendors58 per centClassic mementos like fridge magnets mugs snow globes and keychains50 per cent alsoremain popular in addition to local crafts 46 per centCommenting on the findings of the report Santosh Kumar regional manager South Asia at Bookingcom said Itrsquos fascinating to see how Indian travellers seamlessly blend convenience with cultural connection on their journeys While packing quirks and forgotten essentials are common these habits reflect a deep emotional connection to both home comforts and local experiences The data highlights that while unexpected travel twists may disrupt the bestlaid plans itrsquos often these moments along with the memories of local experiences that truly define a travellerrsquos journeyrdquo