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It’s a home run! Booking.com Shares Four Striking Destinations to Celebrate the Start of Baseball Season

To celebrate the return of baseball season, which commences in the US from March 30, we have put together a list of home run destinations to inspire baseball fans across the world for their next adventure so travelers don’t have to strike out on stays. 2023 is the year to travel across the world and the bases to enjoy some world-class baseball and fantastic stadiums. Whether it’s to bask in the energy of the crowds in Los Angeles or head to one of the most popular baseball stadiums in Mexico, travelers can celebrate the love of the game with fellow fans and friends wherever they vacation.    Los Angeles , United States     Famed for its iconic Hollywood neighborhood, glamourous TV and film industry, gorgeous golden beaches, and celebrity homes to make jaws drop with envy, Los Angeles has something for everyone. Including eager sporting fans, as it’s home to one of the largest capacity baseball stadiums in the USA. Located in the Elysian Park neighborhood of LA, ...

Five Stylish Destinations to Inspire a Home Makeover

Interior design lovers constantly seek inspiration, from social media to renovation TV shows, but nothing beats a real-life experience to get the ideas flowing. Ask any creative where they draw their inspiration from, and the chances are that travel is high on the list. Whether discovering new architecture or simply taking in the sights, sounds and colors of a new city, exploring the unknown is a surefire way to awaken the senses. As such, we have selected five stylish destinations and culturally design-led stays that are sure to evoke major interior inspiration. From trendy Scandi vibes in Stockholm to contemporary and traditional clashes in Tokyo, travelers will return home from vacation raring to revamp their homes.    Stockholm , Sweden    The Scandinavian style has long been a firm favorite for the interior-savvy, due to its modern, simple yet functional concept. A trip to Sweden’s capital city will immerse travelers in this cool Scandi style with every sho...

Booking.com Hits A Home Run As The Official Online Travel Partner Of Major League Baseball

NEW YORK, NY, March 23, 2023 – Today, Booking.com is pleased to announce it has signed on as the Official Online Travel Partner of Major League Baseball (MLB) in the United States. With Booking.com’s mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, the goal of this strategic partnership with MLB is to simplify the way Americans plan their unique baseball-inspired travels across the U.S.  As part of this long-term partnership, Booking.com is now the presenting sponsor of the American and National League Division Series, too. A recent survey conducted by Booking.com revealed that almost half (49%) of U.S. baseball fans plan to travel to at least one MLB game this year with (61%) of respondents saying they are willing to travel up to 500 miles to do so. Booking.com, the global travel leader, is committed to helping travelers navigate their baseball trips by offering the widest selection of places to stay - from slick city apartments and vacation rentals in MLB citie...

Five Cozy Stays In the Woods to Celebrate International Day of Forests

International Day of Forests is celebrated annually on March 21, a day to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of all types of forests around the world. According to Booking.com research , 15%* of global travelers are looking to reconnect with nature when traveling in 2023, so what better way to do this than with a cozy stay in the woods. To honor the International Day of Forests and appreciate some of the most incredible forests across the world, we have delved into our more than 28 million listings across 220 countries and territories to present five stays so that travelers feel inspired while surrounded by one of mother nature’s most precious natural resources.  Kamp Koren Kobarid , Kobarid , Slovenia   With 44%* of global travelers looking for a back to basics feel in 2023, without sacrificing any luxuries, Booking.com’s Travel Sustainable property Kamp Koren Kobarid is a perfect place to stay. This eco campsite offers stylish wooden chalets with a panoram...

Peace and Pleasure Pilgrimages: Six Immersive Retreats to Celebrate International Day of Happiness

March 20 is the annual International Day of Happiness, a day to celebrate feeling good – and for people around the world to acknowledge the importance of looking after their own happiness. With travel taking ‘mind, body and soul’ wellness to the next level in 2023, a retreat or a restorative vacation is a great way to get some respite from life’s troubles and restore balance and creativity. In fact, with nearly half of global travelers (44%)* wanting to embark on a getaway involving mindfulness or meditation this year, we have selected six retreats around the world with an immersive approach to attaining peace and pleasure – including less conventional ways to feel bliss. From a silent retreat in Spain to an explorative polyamory retreat in Colorado, these wellness retreats will ensure travelers reignite their inner glow.    Rejuvenating Wellness Retreat – Badung , Bali , Indonesia    Nestled amongst the hills in south Bali, the REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nu...

Shake it up! Six Delectable Destinations to Celebrate World Espresso Martini Day

The classic espresso martini has become a bar staple since it was first created in the 1980s, so much so that there is now a dedicated day to celebrate the serve: World Espresso Martini Day held annually on March 15. A delightful blend of espresso, coffee liqueur and vodka, this popular coffee cocktail has since been recreated around the world with twists, from a sweet dash of orange to a nutty blend of coconut. This year we are shaking things up and handpicked six of some of the best destinations where travelers can sip on this delicious serve. From beachfront bars in Sri Lanka to espresso martini festivals in Miami and Sydney, travelers can get into the spirit and channel happy hour vibes that will leave them thirsty for more.    London , United Kingdom   London is the birthplace of this famous tipple, so it comes as no surprise that this capital city is home to a variety of cool and quirky bars mixing up some flavorsome serves. From the underground jaunt The Escap...

Six Camouflaged Stays to Go Off-Grid in Style

There is a common perception that traveling off-grid means giving up luxuries. However in 2023 there is a strong desire to combine the two with half (48%) of travelers only considering traveling ‘off-grid’ if it can be at a more indulgent stay. With a mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, we are sharing six unique camouflaged stays that offer the back to basics feel that 44% of global travelers are wanting in 2023, without sacrificing any luxuries.  Heritance Kandalama , Sigiriya , Sri Lanka   Perched on a hill, overlooking the rock fortress of Sigiriya, Heritance Kandalama is a tranquil Travel Sustainable accommodation designed in the early 90s by Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa who had the vision of an “austere jungle palace”. Showcasing the architect's environmental sensitivity, this minimalistic hotel was one of the first to be awarded with the LEED Green Building certification, the world’s most widely used green building rating system. Th...

A World of Good: Five Volunteering Destinations to Celebrate World Wildlife Day

March 3 is World Wildlife Day, a United Nations day to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wildlife and animals – and what better way to mark it than to lend a helping hand to an environmental conservation project and take care of sick, injured or abandoned animals? With nearly half (49%) of travelers wanting to travel for purpose in 2023,* volunteering and ecotourism can offer a meaningful opportunity to give back to local communities. There are many wonderful non-profit organizations and programs around the world, so we have selected five incredible destinations where travelers can make a positive impact, along with sustainable stays which are all making efforts to protect the planet. From rehabilitating lions in South Africa to caring for injured birds in San Francisco, these rewarding wildlife trips will help make a difference.   Monitoring lions – Limpopo , South Africa   Occupying South Africa’s northern reaches, Limpopo is a huge and diverse province cha...