Speaking about visas as a deciding factor for travellers, Abhishek Sonthalia, Managing Director, Turtle Down Under, says, “Travellers aren’t asking ‘which destination is the hardest’ — they are asking ‘which one gives me the most certainty’. Most travellers don’t mind preparing the required documents or planning ahead, as long as they know what to expect. The real challenge isn’t always the visa itself — it’s the uncertainty around the process. That’s why clear guidance, realistic timelines, and setting the right expectations from the beginning can make all the difference,” he adds.
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