Insight Discover Magic at Efteling Park: A Fairy Tale Theme Destination It is not as popular as France's Disneyland or Denmark's Legoland. The average tourist is unlikely to have heard of it. But this theme park will transport you to a world of fairytales, legends and magic. You can meet characters from your childhood, watch amazing water and light shows or conquer your

Insight Discover Top Coffee Destinations with Booking.com Caffeine enthusiasts will agree that great coffee starts with great beans. With four in five (81*) travelers wanting to try indigenous foods and flavors in 2024, and in celebration of International Coffee Day (October 1), we share destinations renowned for its signature brew: from Santa Barbara’s sp

Insight Discover Unique Landmarks in Cappadocia As travelers plan their next trips, cultural attractions remain a key part of the journey, with 29%* of people already planning on exploring a new landmark or sight on their travels this year. However, rather than just simply ticking off the world’s most iconic landmarks, many are looking beyond the

Insight Elevate Your Stay: Opulent Retreats Inspired by Period Dramas After years of captivating audiences with sweeping storylines, lavish costumes, and stately homes, a beloved period drama returns to the silver screen this September 12, ushering in a grand farewell filled with romance and refined elegance. With 25%* of travelers drawing inspiration from their favor

Insight European Accommodation Trends & Insights Today, European tech and travel leader Booking.com released the sixth edition of its annual Accommodation Barometer, exploring the outlook, opportunities and challenges that are front of mind for accommodation professionals across Europe.

Insight Explore Italy’s Pasta Dishes: 5 Essential Tastes They come in a range of shapes and sizes – some are curly, some are straight, some have holes in the middle. They can be white, brown or multi-coloured. But they all have one thing in common – they pair perfectly with Italy’s famously aromatic sauces! Every region of Italy has its own speciality pas

Insight Explore Pet-Friendly Destinations: Budapest’s Best Spots International Dog Day is celebrated on August 26, honoring the companionship and loyalty dogs provide. A pet-cation could be the perfect way to return that love with an unforgettable adventure. With nearly a third (30%*) of global travelers dreaming of a nature trip for their next vacation, man’s (a

Insight Exploring Bhutan's Heart: A Compassionate Society Early one morning during a recent stay at COMO Uma Punakha, I followed a neat crocodile line of smiling schoolchildren, who were picking their way over stream and rock, past the local shrine and on to the village school, high above the hotel. They were immaculate in traditional dress with combed and

Insight Exploring Bhutan’s Spring Festivals: A Cultural Journey Every year, the Kingdom’s vibrant cultural heritage manifests in unique, colourful festivals that take place across the country, celebrating spring harvests, native ingredients and religious events – marking the passage of time by shared occasions.

Insight Exploring Eccentric Sports and Hobbies Worldwide Who says sports have to be all about stadiums and superstar athletes? Around the globe, passionate enthusiasts are coming together to celebrate some of the quirkiest and most unforgettable sporting competitions and hobbies around, from snail racing in the English countryside to pumpkin regattas in C

Insight Exploring Filming Locations of Faithfuls & Traitors As audiences continue to be captivated by shocking twists, strategic betrayals and high-stakes mind games, fans of the global reality TV show centred around faithfuls and traitors are increasingly eager to step beyond the screen and into a world of mystery and intrigue. From hushed murders to tensio

Insight Exploring Intergenerational Travel Trends in APAC SINGAPORE, 16 SEPTEMBER, 2024 - Today, Booking.com unveiled its Gen.Voyage! research on intergenerational travel in Asia Pacific (APAC) showcasing insights garnered from over 8,000 travellers across 11 markets and territories in the region. The research, the first of its kind in APAC, examines the p