India’s rapidly growing student population is set to be revolutionized by a landmark partnership between EaseMyTrip and Timbuckdo, two of the country’s leading travel companies. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to make travel more affordable, accessible, and aspirational for students across India, providing exclusive discounts on flights, buses, hotels, and experiences.
- Exclusive student discounts on flights, buses, hotel stays, and travel experiences
- Seamless booking through Timbuckdo’s student discount marketplace, powered by EaseMyTrip
- Campus activations, student travel festivals, and influencer-led campaigns to build awareness and engagement
- Targeting over one million student bookings in the next 12 months
According to the company, India’s youth is rapidly reshaping the travel landscape. Gen Z and Gen Alpha now influence over 93 per cent of family travel decisions, driving a shift toward experience-led, spontaneous, and budget-conscious travel over traditional patterns. “EaseMyTrip has always believed in making travel accessible to all, through this partnership with Timbuckdo, we are unlocking significant value for the student segment—a demographic that is deeply aspirational, digitally savvy, and hungry to explore. We are excited to empower their travel dreams through deeper discounts and curated travel solutions.”—Sanchit Chopra, Chief Marketing Officer of EaseMyTrip
Unlocking New Opportunities for Indian Students
The partnership has significant implications for India’s youth. With the Indian student travel market projected to surpass USD 10 billion by 2027, this collaboration positions EaseMyTrip and Timbuckdo as key enablers of Gen Z mobility and aspiration.
| Market Opportunity | Projective Value |
|---|---|
| Indian student travel market | USD 10 billion by 2027 |
| Market size | Projected growth rate of 25% per annum |
“Gen Z is not deferring travel to the future, they are ready to explore now and are actively seeking value-driven experiences. Our goal is to eliminate cost as a barrier. Through our partnership with EaseMyTrip, we aim to make travel not only accessible, but also aspirational and practical for students across India,”—Mythri Kumar, Co-founder and CEO, Timbuckdo
A New Era of Student Travel
The collaboration will bring a new era of student travel in India. With exclusive discounts, seamless booking, and campus activations, students will be empowered to explore and experience the world.
- Seamless booking through Timbuckdo’s student discount marketplace, powered by EaseMyTrip
- Exclusive student discounts on flights, buses, hotel stays, and travel experiences
- Campus activations, student travel festivals, and influencer-led campaigns to build awareness and engagement
“We are excited to empower their travel dreams through deeper discounts and curated travel solutions. This partnership will not only make travel more affordable but also more aspirational for students across India,”—Sanchit Chopra, Chief Marketing Officer of EaseMyTrip
Key Takeaways
- Exclusive student discounts on flights, buses, hotels, and experiences
- Seamless booking through Timbuckdo’s student discount marketplace, powered by EaseMyTrip
- Campus activations, student travel festivals, and influencer-led campaigns to build awareness and engagement
- Targeting over one million student bookings in the next 12 months
“This partnership is a defining moment for Timbuckdo, as we are unlocking significant value for the student segment. We are excited to make travel not only accessible but also aspirational and practical for students across India,”—Mythri Kumar, Co-founder and CEO, Timbuckdo
This landmark partnership has the potential to transform the way students travel in India, providing them with the tools and resources they need to explore the world. With exclusive discounts, seamless booking, and campus activations, students will be empowered to make their travel dreams a reality.—Sanchit Chopra, Chief Marketing Officer of EaseMyTrip
Empowering Student Travel through Partnership
The partnership has significant implications for India’s youth. With the Indian student travel market projected to surpass USD 10 billion by 2027, this collaboration positions EaseMyTrip and Timbuckdo as key enablers of Gen Z mobility and aspiration. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to make travel more affordable, accessible, and aspirational for students across India, providing exclusive discounts on flights, buses, hotels, and experiences. The company shared that the highlights of this partnership include:
- Exclusive student discounts on flights, buses, hotel stays, and travel experiences
- Seamless booking through Timbuckdo’s student discount marketplace, powered by EaseMyTrip
- Campus activations, student travel festivals, and influencer-led campaigns to build awareness and engagement
- Targeting over one million student bookings in the next 12 months
According to the company, India’s youth is rapidly reshaping the travel landscape. Gen Z and Gen Alpha now influence over 93 per cent of family travel decisions, driving a shift toward experience-led, spontaneous, and budget-conscious travel over traditional patterns. “EaseMyTrip has always believed in making travel accessible to all, through this partnership with Timbuckdo, we are unlocking significant value for the student segment—a demographic that is deeply aspirational, digitally savvy, and hungry to explore. We are excited to empower their travel dreams through deeper discounts and curated travel solutions,”—Sanchit Chopra, Chief Marketing Officer of EaseMyTrip
This landmark partnership has the potential to transform the way students travel in India, providing them with the tools and resources they need to explore the world. With exclusive discounts, seamless booking, and campus activations, students will be empowered to make their travel dreams a reality. The partnership has significant implications for India’s youth, as it aims to make travel more affordable, accessible, and aspirational for students across the country. “Gen Z is not deferring travel to the future, they are ready to explore now and are actively seeking value-driven experiences. Our goal is to eliminate cost as a barrier. Through our partnership with EaseMyTrip, we aim to make travel not only accessible, but also aspirational and practical for students across India,”—Mythri Kumar, Co-founder and CEO, Timbuckdo
The collaboration will bring a new era of student travel in India. With exclusive discounts, seamless booking, and campus activations, students will be empowered to explore and experience the world. The partnership has the potential to unlock new opportunities for Indian students, providing them with the tools and resources they need to make their travel dreams a reality. This landmark partnership between EaseMyTrip and Timbuckdo is a defining moment for the student travel industry in India, as it aims to make travel more affordable, accessible, and aspirational for students across the country. The partnership has significant implications for India’s youth, and it is expected to transform the way students travel in India. With exclusive discounts, seamless booking, and campus activations, students will be empowered to make their travel dreams a reality.
