Agoda and Atlys tackle Indian travel stress with a smooth new global booking campaign

MUMBAI: If travel is supposed to be about discovering new lands, why does it often begin with a mental breakdown? Between chasing elusive flight deals and crossing fingers over visa approvals, Indian travellers have long made anxiety their co-pilot.

But Agoda and Atlys say it’s time to cancel the chaos.

The digital travel platform Agoda and visa processing app Atlys launched a co-branded marketing campaign in India aimed squarely at simplifying international travel—and putting the joy back in jet-setting.

Drawing from a pool of shared travel trauma, the new ad campaign dives straight into the trenches—showcasing the very real stress of planning a foreign trip. From fretting over sky-high fares to pacing while waiting on visa updates, the film hits close to home for any Indian with a passport and a dream. But rather than romanticise the chaos, Agoda and Atlys offer a pragmatic two-step solution: affordable bookings and headache-free visa processing.

"At Agoda, we believe travel should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Teaming up with Atlys lets us clear two of the biggest hurdles: cost and visa complexity. Together, we’re making global travel from India more accessible, more affordable, and much less stressful - so travellers can explore the world with ease and peace of mind," said Agoda CMO Matteo Frigerio.

Atlys founder & CEO Mohak Nahta added, "At Atlys, we've built our company on a singular mission: eliminating the visa headaches that prevent millions from experiencing the world freely. For many Indian travellers, venturing abroad brings unique challenges, from finding affordable travel options to dealing with visa uncertainties. Our association with Agoda tackles these hurdles head-on by marrying our expertise in visa facilitation with Agoda’s strong digital travel platform. Together, we create a stress-free, holistic experience for the travellers."

The collaboration blends the best of both worlds. Agoda brings its global reach and a stash of five million properties (yes, five million) along with flights, activities, and itinerary-building wizardry. Atlys adds muscle to the visa end, transforming tedious bureaucracy into a slick, smartphone-friendly service.

Together, they’re pushing the idea that a great trip doesn’t begin with booking a ticket—it starts with confidence. And in 2025, confidence looks like an intuitive app experience, no last-minute surprises, and a partner who gets the drama of international travel and defuses it before takeoff.

As competition heats up in the digital travel space, this campaign positions Agoda and Atlys as the no-fuss duo India didn’t know it needed. Because the only thing more satisfying than snagging a killer deal is not crying while doing it.