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For those looking for something truly special to inspire their future travels, we are unveiling the Most Welcoming Cities on Earth for 2022 * . From off-the-radar island escapes, historic cities and architectural marvels to pristine mountain getaways, this year’s 10 destinations have all been selected for consistently providing outstanding hospitality, as evidenced by more than 232 million verified reviews from real Booking.com travelers. Whether it’s an eco-friendly farm stay, a secluded villa, a cozy B&B or a beautiful boutique hotel with all the bells and whistles, we have surfaced a uniquely outstanding place to stay in each of this year’s most welcoming destinations to make it easier for everyone to explore the range of welcoming, one-of-a-kind experiences on offer in each one.   Matera , Italy This stunning Southern Italian city is quite rightfully enjoying its current moment in the limelight. No stranger to being a backdrop for Hollywood blockbusters, it’s also just b...

AMSTERDAM - 25 JANUARY 2022 - Drawing upon more than 232 million verified reviews from real travelers, today leading digital travel platform Booking.com announces the recipients of its tenth annual Traveller Review Awards, including the 2022 Most Welcoming Places on Earth. A total of 1,261,273 accommodation providers, car rental locations and pre-booked taxi providers in 220 countries and territories around the world are being recognized with a Traveller Review Award 2022. In terms of places to stay, Italy leads the pack with the most accommodations being recognized with a 2022 award (162,272), followed by Spain (93,130), France (89,186), Croatia (58,630), Germany (69,702), Russia (59,661), the United Kingdom (53,623), Brazil (46,928), the United States (43,417) and Australia (18,663) to round out the top ten.   Travelers continue to favor apartments and unique stays For the fifth year in a row, apartments take the top spot in the Traveller Review Awards 2022 as the most-...

A new year with new resolutions is upon us, and for many traveling will be on top of the 2022 bucket  list after another year of uncertainty and many travel plans being put on hold. According to our recent Booking.com research , the travel appetite is  bigger than ever before, with three quarters (72%)* of global travelers planning to say ‘yes’ to any vacation opportunity if budget allows in 2022. With the holidays behind us, we are sharing five budget-friendly destinations based on traveler reviews** and budget-friendly accommodations to inspire the first trip of the year if and when it becomes safe to do so.    Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia   While the capital city of Malaysia may not directly feel budget friendly, according to our travelers Kuala Lumpur actually is one of the top recommended budget friendly destinations. Many landmarks in the city are free to enter, and traveling to these landmarks can be done free of charge when hopping on the KL City Bus, w...

While winter days can often feel cold, dark and uninspiring, it can also serve as a magical backdrop as there’s nothing quite as enchanting as a soak in a hot tub on a cold winter’s day.  According to our research, more than half (54%)* of global travelers agree that they’d be more inclined to book a place to stay with wellness facilities like a hot tub now than before the pandemic. With that in mind, we delved into our more than 28 million reported listings in over 153,000 destinations across the globe to present five enchanting stays with hot tubs where travelers can take in the breathtaking winter views while enjoying a warm soak. Surrounded by lush forests, perched on a hilltop or set alongside a peaceful waterfront, these enticing stays will help you forget about the winter blues.   Blabjorg Resort , Iceland Set in the fishing village of Borgarfjordur Eystri on the northeast coast of Iceland, this unique guest house offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain...

Chinese New Year 2022 will be celebrated on 1 February and while we say goodbye to the year of the Ox, 2022 welcomes in the year of the Tiger, an animal sign known to be brave, confident and thrill seeking. To celebrate Chinese New Year and the Year of the Tiger, we have delved into our endorsement data* to select destinations for each Chinese zodiac sign that are most recommended by real travelers and have matched these insights with the typical characteristics and personality traits of the animal sign. Whether a brave Tiger seeking an exhilarating escape, a Rabbit yearning for an artistic but romantic trip or a fearless dragon looking for a wild experience, we bring you the destinations to explore based on your zodiac animal personality.     Year of the Tiger: 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 1998, 2010, 2022 Where to go: Dubai , UAE   For Tigers who are searching for experiences to match their brave, confident and thrill seeking personality, Dubai ...

 your currency. Your current currency is Czech koruna Choose your  Escaping a northern hemisphere winter to catch some rays needn’t be as expensive as you think – here are six of the most affordable destinations for travellers looking to find   winter sun   on a budget from December through to February. December – Mint tea in Morocco The gates to the ancient medina in Fez, Morocco December may be winter in  Morocco  but it’s still sunny, mild and far quieter than peak season. Head to the country’s cultural capital, Fez, which is home to the oldest university in the world (The University of Al-Karaouine, also written as Al-Quaraouiyine and Al-Qarawiyyin), a medina (walled city) filled with palaces and mosques, and a colourful leather bazaar with ancient, pungent tanneries that date back thousands of years. Thanks to a previous life as the imperial capital of Morocco, Fez has an air of faded grandeur and tradition but also feels humble and laid-back. The city...