Kissimmee, Florida- Indian travellers are showing an impressive connection with Central Florida, according to new research from the Experience Kissimmee team. The study sheds light on who these visitors are, what inspires their trips, and why Kissimmee continues to capture the imagination of travelers from one of the world’s fastest-growing outbound markets.
The findings reveal that the average Indian visitor to the Orlando–Kissimmee–Sanford area in 2024 was between 35 and 39 years old, often traveling solo (70%) or with family and friends (18.6%). Middle-aged travelers with young children represent 32% of the market, planning their trips 89 days in advance and booking flights around 41 days before departure. Shopping (82%), sightseeing (93%), and theme park visits (56%) top the list of favorite activities, while 23% of visitors also include Miami in their Florida itineraries.
Digital influence plays a powerful role in shaping travel plans — YouTube (95%), Instagram (92%), and Facebook (89%) are the most used platforms, with travelers often inspired by posts from friends and family.
On average, Indian visitors stay for 31 nights, spending $4,339 per trip, and $5,838 per travel party. Key spending areas include accommodations (66.9%), food and beverage (12.5%), and recreation (1.6%).
About Kissimmee:
Located at the heart of Florida, Kissimmee is 25 minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO), close to world-famous theme parks and attractions, offers a variety of shopping and dining locations and provides access to natural spaces and outdoor adventures. Also known as the Vacation Home Capital of the World®, Kissimmee has approximately 50,000 options of accommodations, including sprawling hotels and resorts and more than 30,000 vacation homes ranging from two-bedroom condos to 15-bedroom mansions.
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