The Indian destinations emerging as alternatives to Bali and Maldives

dharasuta
Thursday, May 28, 2026

Not every traveller chasing turquoise water, golden beaches and slow island life wants to deal with visa paperwork, expensive international flights or currency conversion anxiety. Increasingly, Indian travellers are looking something closer to home for the same mood: white-sand beaches, coral lagoons, surf culture and barefoot stays that feel straight out of Bali or the Maldives. Here are five such destinations that will give you the similar vibe in India.