Hilton’s 2026 trend report, survey, 79% of mothers take vacations, eTtravelworld

With grandparents and grandchildren increasingly traveling together—often without their parents—Skip-generation vacations are gaining momentum across the Asia Pacific. According to Hilton’s 2026 trends, India hosts more than eight in eight (79 percent) households, compared to 60 percent in Asia Pacific. Almost half (43 percent) of Indian families indicate that multigenerational travel has become mainstream in the past year.

“The rise of skip-generation travel highlights an exciting shift in how families connect,” said Ben George, senior vice president, Asia Pacific, Hilton. “Hilton is committed to creating an experience that’s inclusive of every generation, from one-of-a-kind amenities and approved wellness offerings with connecting rooms that appeal to travelers of all ages.”

For Indian families, creating memories is the top motivator, 67 percent, as the top reason for the shift in the region. Strengthening family bonds (65 percent), unique shared experiences (53 percent), and traditions (47 percent) lead the trend.

All (96 percent) respondents in India support grandparental well-being, which emphasizes quality time with grandchildren, bringing together inter-grandparental well-being, the most valuable part of the grandchild. This highlights that multi-generational vacations improve both emotional and physical health.

Indian travelers also prioritize shared experiences over leisure, with 72 percent ranking ahead of quality time—above the Asia Pacific average of 61 percent. Visits to historical sites (67 percent) and culinary exploration (66 percent) are the top activities among families.

Beyond skip-gen trips, multigenerational travel continues to increase, with 65 percent of Indian families having three or more generations at least once. Great friendliness, affordable food and health facilities remain the main considerations when choosing accommodation.

“In India, travel is family and travel together, and we’re seeing that reflected in the continued growth of multi-generational vacations,” he said. “At Hilton, every detail is designed so that grandparents, parents and children can feel the same and create lasting memories together.”

Hilton’s 2026 trend report, titled WhyCation: The New Starting Point of Travel, features insights from more than 14,000 travelers from 14 countries. He also envisions other emerging trends, including huspitality (quiet and silent, daily routines at home) and mirasurism (travel patterns of how family traditions set up life).

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