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Put The“BOO!” In Your Booking: The Best Destinations For A Halloween-Themed Stay

With Halloween fast approaching, daring travelers can book a spooky stay to celebrate the frightening holiday. With more than half  (55%) of travelers reporting that finding thrills and excitement is a key motivation for their own trip*, a vacation around October 31 can provide a jump and a fright for travelers who are adrenalin junkies and excitement seekers. Travelers can come face to face with the walking dead, monsters and scary creatures from every corner of the globe from mummies in Egypt to blood-sucking vampires in Slovakia and werewolves in France. Explore the underworld and head to these five spooktacular destinations for an unforgettable Halloween, not for the weak-hearted…    Go Ghosthunting in Pluckley , United Kingdom   As one of the most haunted countries in the world, the UK is a spooky destination for Halloween getaway. And according to reliable sources the most haunted village in Britain is Pluckley in Kent, with at least 12 ghosts still acti...

Six Budget-Friendly Fall Escapes for World Savings Day

October 31 marks World Savings Day, a day dedicated to highlighting the benefits of saving for the future. With nearly three quarters (72%) of global travelers reporting that they would say yes to any vacation if budget allowed*, it’s clear that travel is a top priority, with trips abroad one of the common pleasures people save for throughout life.  During fall, brightly colored foliage enhances spectacular scenery, seasonal produce rejuvenates dinings menus and summer crowds have thinned, meaning a vacation in this season can often offer a more affordable getaway. With (34%) of global travelers embarking on a fall trip in the past year,** we have delved into our bank of over 28 million listings across more than 155 destinations to showcase six of the best budget-friendly breaks this fall, based on low-priced activities that come highly recommended by Booking.com travelers.*** Properties are eligible for Booking.com’s Genius discount, allowing travelers to save without compromisi...

Booking.com and CHOOOSE Announce New Strategic Partnership to Help Encourage More Informed and Responsible Travel Choices

Amsterdam, October 19, 2022 - Today leading digital travel platform Booking.com and climate tech company CHOOOSE have announced a strategic partnership as part of their shared vision to make it easier for everyone to travel more mindfully.   The key objective of the new global partnership is to increase traveler awareness about the carbon implications of their trips. The partnership will start by exploring how best to provide transparent information about the carbon emissions associated with a booking on the platform, beginning with accommodation and then moving on to other travel products and services, including flights. In time, this will expand to the introduction of carbon offsetting options within the customer journey. The ultimate goal is to eventually provide travelers with the option to easily address the CO2 emissions associated with their trip directly on Booking.com, by supporting a portfolio of certified nature-based solutions aligned with the UN Sustainable Deve...

From Beachside Bliss to High-Altitude Adventure: Booking.com’s Top Trending Destinations for 2023

Where we travel matters, and recent global events don’t appear to have dampened travelers' wanderlust for new destinations, with an emerging trove of global treasures waiting to be discovered. Booking.com’s annual Travel Predictions research* found that travelers are feeling overwhelmingly more optimistic about traveling in 2023 compared to last year (73%) and are increasingly seeking travel that pushes them to the limits (73%) with more far-flung adventurous trips and experiences that encapsulate the sentiment that there is no time like the present. To help travelers discover the ultimate destinations to have on their radar in 2023, Booking.com has delved into global booking trends** to share the top trending destinations for travelers to explore. From spiritual seaside towns to artistic capitals and historical hidden gems, this passion-packed list of on-trend destinations, experiences and stays is sure to inspire a year of incredible trips in 2023.    São Paulo , Brazil ...

Booking.com’s Seven Predictions for the Creative Reimagination of Travel in 2023

AMSTERDAM, 19 OCTOBER 2022 – People around the world are feeling overwhelmingly more optimistic about traveling in 2023 compared to 2022 and, despite some current instability felt globally, nearly three quarters (72%) report that traveling will always be worth it. The mood is shifting from one of hopeful uncertainty to bold adaptability. If 2022 was about the triumphant return of travel, 2023 will be about creatively reimagining it amidst the chaos. Nothing will be off limits and everything is on the menu as everyone seeks to find the right balance in a world of contradictions. To understand how travel will be reimagined in 2023, Booking.com commissioned extensive research with more than 24,000 travelers across 32 countries and territories, 1 combining it with its insights as a leading digital travel platform to reveal seven emerging travel predictions.  At a time of general upheaval, where war, increased societal polarization, rising inflation and urgent concerns about climate...

Booking.com Dishes Out Four Fabulously Unique Food Festivals For Fall

Food, glorious food. It’s more than just sensory pleasure, and plays a huge part in the heritage and culture of a country. In recent years, communities around the world have increasingly sought to protect their produce and food festivals are a great way to celebrate local growers and restaurants. A fantastic addition to any vacation, there are now many unique festivals where food is the star of the show in different corners across the globe.  With more than three quarters (78%) of global travelers keen to try local dishes on their next trip, and with 65% enjoying the experience of new cuisine,* we  selected four fabulously unique food festivals around the world that are sure to please the palate this fall. From Michelin-starred chefs and street-food stalls, to warming wines and singalongs, these food festivals will be a welcome addition to any bucket list – nudging travelers to experience good food, vibrant atmospheres and inspiring cultures.    Jeonju Bibimbap Fe...