Insight Top 10 Most Welcoming Cities for 2024: Booking.com’s Picks Booking.com’s travel predictions for 2024 highlight how travel isn’t just an escape, but a catalyst for people to experience their best lives. In fact, more than three quarters (78%1) of survey respondents revealed that they feel more alive than ever when they are on vacation and exploring new place
Insight Top 10 Most Welcoming Cities for 2025 Travelers are increasingly drawn to authentic, off-the-beaten-path adventures, shaped by exceptional hospitality and service. As part of the thirteenth edition of the Traveller Review Awards, Booking.com unveils the 10 Most Welcoming Cities on Earth for 20251, along with tips and recommendations to
Insight Top 10 Most Welcoming Cities for 2026 Revealed Whether it’s a bucket-list adventure or a much-needed break, travelers consistently look for destinations that offer memorable experiences, good value, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. In fact, nearly half of travelers (45%*) say that places with friendly locals are a big attractor when deciding wh
Insight TOP 5 attractions in Porto – plan a perfect city break! Dreaming of drinking port in Porto? Portugal's second largest city is the perfect choice for a city break. It is impossible to get bored here, whatever the weather. What is Porto famous for? Read on for all the unmissable options for your stay in the north of Portugal.
Insight Top Travel Destinations for Summer 2025 Revealed AMSTERDAM, 21 MAY 2025 - Travel remains a constant on people's minds, and as the seasons shift toward summer, enthusiasm for exploration endures—even amidst macroeconomic uncertainties. New data from leading digital travel platform Booking.com reveals that this summer is shaping up to be a season of
Insight Travel in 2026: Embracing Individuality with Personalized Trips AMSTERDAM, 15 OCTOBER 2025 - Travel has always been personal, but in 2026 it will move far beyond one-size-fits-all itineraries. In 2026, travelers will reject conventions and lean into passions that feel distinctive and truly their own. From adrenaline-fueled compatibility tests to mystical detours
Insight Travel Trends: Defying Convention in 2025 AMSTERDAM, 16 OCTOBER 2024 - Change is accelerating on multiple fronts. From global elections, rapid AI advancements, and increased costs of living (to name a few), it’s no surprise that people find themselves fatigued, needing to withdraw, pick a side or simply disconnect. Yet, in the face of risin
Insight Unforgettable Experiences Before Year's End As the final stretch of 2025 approaches, many travelers are looking for one last chance to push their limits and make the year unforgettable. Booking.com research shows that 21%* of travelers are planning an active escape before the year ends, proving that the appetite for adrenaline is just as stro
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Insight Vacation Like Mariah Carey in Beverly Hills NEW YORK, June 12, 2023 – Looking to travel like a star this summer? Booking.com and beloved musical icon, singer and songwriter Mariah Carey are offering travelers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to vacation just like Mimi this summer, with a special overnight trip package at her favorite Beverly
Insight World Music Day: Celebrate with Travel to Chengdu World Music Day is celebrated annually on June 21 for people around the world to honor and rejoice in the spirit of music. It’s a well-known fact that this universally loved art form brings geographies and groups together by creating a sense of unity and shared experience. Of the 10%* traveling for
