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With a renewed sense of travel optimism on the horizon, almost half (46%) of people around the world believe that 2023 is the year to throw themselves into new travel experiences. And the good news is that despite the unpredictable microenvironment, the world is still full of amazing hospitality, friendly hosts and a wealth of undiscovered destinations to provide people with incredible and memorable travel experiences. To make it easier for everyone to experience the range of welcoming stays on offer in each destination, Booking.com is unveiling the 10 Most Welcoming Cities on Earth for 2023** alongside its suggestions for things to do and places to stay that have all been awarded for consistently providing outstanding hospitality, as evidenced by more than 240 million verified reviews from Booking.com travelers.   Polignano a Mare , Italy Situated on Italy’s southern Adriatic coast, in the Puglia region, Polignano a Mare is a picturesque town perched on a limestone cliff above...

AMSTERDAM 24 JANUARY 2023 - As travel continues to make its return in most parts of the world, the eleventh annual Booking.com Traveller Review Awards recognize travel providers from across 220 countries and territories for their commitment to providing consistently excellent service and hospitality over the course of the year. Based on a pool of over 240 million verified customer reviews on Booking.com, 1,364,415 accommodation partners, 230 car rental providers and 58 airport taxi suppliers are receiving a Traveller Review Award 2023. Italy leads the way again in 2023 with a total of 170,638 accommodation awards, followed by Spain (108,217), France (103,365), Germany (76,479), Croatia (64,206), Poland (60,721), UK (60,697), Greece (54,473), Brazil (53,658) and the US (46,839).   Apartments and homes continue to shine As the most-awarded property type globally, apartments take the top spot for the sixth year in a row, with a grand total of 629,421 partners being recogni...

After a chaotic few years, Booking.com’s 2023 Travel Predictions reveals that over half (55%) of global travelers are looking to escape from reality in the new year by embarking on an ‘off-grid’ vacation.  No modern luxuries? No worries. Keen to go back to basics and experience life with only the bare necessities (44%)*, the younger generations (Millennials, 51% and Gen Z, 50%) are ready to forgo day-to-day luxuries to vacation off-grid - more so than their older counterparts (Baby Boomers, 27% and Generation X, 39%). Regardless, 2023 will see a considerable number of travelers venture into the wilderness with friends (52%) or family (26%), motivated by a desire to learn essential survival skills (58%) - perhaps in case of a cataclysmic event.  With its mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, we have rounded up some off-grid adventures that travelers can experience on their next vacation; from foraging for food in the wild or learning how to light a f...

SYDNEY, 12 JANUARY 2023 - Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel companies, today announced its partnership with Sydney WorldPride, as a major partner and exclusive digital travel provider of the event.  With more than 28 million accommodation listings in over 160,000 destinations worldwide, as well as attractions, cars and flights, Booking.com is committed to making it easier for LGBTQIA+ travellers to experience the world 365 days a year, including making the most of their celebratory, pride-inspired travels.  As an extension of the company's free Travel Proud program, dedicated to helping facilitate more welcoming and inclusive travel experiences for the LGBTQIA+ community, Booking.com will be the major partner and exclusive digital travel provider for two key events at Sydney WorldPride. This includes a dedicated stage at the Pride Villages , where the famous Oxford St and surrounds will be closed to traffic to create a fabulous (and free!) festi...

MANCHESTER - 11th January 2023 - Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel companies, has created an ultimate overnight Manchester experience for Derby Day - whether a Red or a Blue. Constructed especially for the big match on Saturday January 14, fans who may not see eye to eye when it comes to football can still celebrate the city when the teams go head-to-head this weekend.  Aiming to unite the region’s football lovers and located slap-bang in the middle of Manchester’s two iconic football stadiums on First Street, Booking.com has built the bespoke Half-and-Half House to champion the city’s diversity. Whether a football fanatic or someone simply looking to enjoy a unique Manchester experience, guests will now have the chance to stay at the unique one-bedroom holiday home. The lucky booker and their guest will also be provided with a taxi to and from the stay, as well as a local food tour experience . Referencing the first Manchester derby in 1881, the Half-a...

Ski season has started and many travelers are looking to hit the slopes this winter. With 54%* of global travelers say that mountainous areas were a motivation in their destination decision, we are sharing six destinations for a picture perfect ski experience. With this in mind, and alongside its mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world - including skiers of every skill set and budget, we have created ski resort-specific landing pages for France , Austria , Italy and Switzerland to help travelers plan their whole ski trip. This includes tools to sort destinations by things like skill level (beginner, intermediate, advanced) or general vibe with filters for family friendliness, picturesque, Apres-ski, luxury, budget friendly and more. From steep pistes, thrilling downhill slopes or wide runs with beautiful scenery, discovering a perfect ski spot for every skill level is only a few clicks away.   Family-friendly, Les Portes du Soleil , France   A...