In an exclusive conversation, Mr. Dheeraj Ranjan Kumar, Founder & Director of DMC Hub, Balitrip Wisata, shared insights into the company’s unique DMC Hub concept, its expansion into new destinations, and the strong demand expected from the Indian outbound travel market in 2026.
We heard about new destinations being added. What is the idea behind these expansions?
DMC Hub is a very unique concept. It is not just about offering multiple outbound destinations. The idea is to connect multiple destinations through one central hub, which in our case is Bali.
Traditionally, travellers go from India to one international destination and return. But with the DMC Hub model, we create a travel circle. Travellers can visit multiple destinations and eventually connect back to Bali as the hub.
This concept allows us to combine experiences across destinations such as Vietnam, Dubai, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines while keeping Bali at the centre of the network.
This circular travel model is something new, which is why we call it the DMC Hub.
How has 2025 been so far, and what are your expectations for 2026?
2025 has been a very good year for us. However, since December, we have already started seeing strong traction for 2026 bookings.
In particular, travel for the second quarter — April, May, and June — is already getting booked quickly, which is a very positive sign for the outbound travel industry.
Another important factor is the increase in airline capacity. New airlines are entering the market, and flight inventories are expanding. At the same time, corporates are allocating larger budgets for MICE travel and incentive groups. All of this is creating strong momentum for outbound travel in 2026.
Why should travel agents choose Balitrip Wisata as their network partner?
The most important factor in the travel agency fraternity is trust. Over the years, we have built a reputation as one of the most trusted brands among travel agents across India.
This year also marks our 10th anniversary, which reflects the strong relationships we have built with our partners.
Personally, I have also represented the Bali Tourism Board for three years, which further strengthened our understanding of the destination and the travel trade.
Our goal has always been to support travel agents with reliable partnerships, innovative concepts like the DMC Hub, and strong destination expertise.
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