Listed Companies and Sectors: The Travel Planners, a 26‑year‑old private tour operator founded by Anish Kumar P.K., reports a sharp rise in bookings for luxury private pool villas, wildlife safaris, spice‑plantation tours, premium houseboat stays and beach‑side resorts across Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Destinations highlighted include Munnar, Wayanad, Vagamon, Thekkady, Alleppey, Kovalam, Mararikulam, Ooty and Coorg.
Travel Trends: Extreme summer temperatures in North India and rising international airfare amid geopolitical tensions are prompting Indian travellers to prefer cooler South Indian hill stations and wellness‑focused holidays.
Awards and Recognition: The company has received the Kerala Tourism Best Innovative Tourism Product Award, the Best Use of Information Technology in Tourism award, and recognition from the Ministry of Tourism as a leading inbound tour operator.
Operational Details: The Travel Planners operates its own fleet of transport vehicles and hospitality properties, and maintains positive customer reviews on TripAdvisor and Trustpilot.
