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The International Day of Friendship is celebrated annually on 30 July and is a day known around the world for bringing friendship between people, countries, cultures and individuals together. With over half 60%* of global travelers stating that traveling to maintain and build close relationships through shared experiences with friends as a motivation to travel, what better way to enjoy and embrace friendship than through a home stay with Booking.com in some of the friendliest destinations in the world, which have been endorsed by Booking.com travelers. With its mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, we are sharing five destinations and bookable homes that are perfect for gathering friends and family to enjoy this Summer.  Porto , Portugal    The captivating cobblestone streets and diverse array of architectural styles have become increasingly appealing to travelers from all across the globe. Porto is a city that knows how to welcome grou...

Booking.com, the Official Online Travel Partner of Major League Baseball , is helping make it easier for travelers to find and book their baseball-inspired trips together with brand ambassador, Ken Grifffey Jr. The baseball legend who played 22 years in the MLB and is a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame and a thirteen-time All-Star, knows a thing or two about traveling for games and has provided a glimpse into his favorite baseball destinations across the U.S., insight on his favorite vacation spots and how he likes to travel. Ken Griffey Jr.’s favorite MLB stadiums   “ My favorite MLB stadium is Seattle because of the beautiful scenery, and I consider it my home park. Other ballparks that I like are also the scenic ones like San Francisco and Pittsburgh in the National League, and Boston and Baltimore in the American League.” - KGJ Seattle, Washington : Nicknamed the Emerald City due to its lush greenery, Seattle is best known for its great waterfront, fantastic skyline ...

AMSTERDAM, 27 July 2022 - In celebration of Pride Amsterdam and its famous floating Canal Parade, Booking.com is introducing the Pride Amsterdam Canal ‘SWEET’ Weekend . With a mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, no matter who they love or how they identify, and as General Sponsor of Pride Amsterdam, Booking.com is offering one lucky pair an unforgettable Canal Parade experience during the closing weekend of Pride Amsterdam from 4 to 6 August. The bookable two-night stay will be in the SWEETS hotel ‘Amstelschutsluis’ bridge house, located right in the middle of the Amstel river and in the heart of the weekend’s celebrations. In honor of Pride Amsterdam, the bridge house will be styled with a selection of portraits showcasing a range of famous faces from across the community, all taken by LGBTQ+ photographer Cyriel Jacobs , founder of Stunnin , the Netherlands’ first drag magazine. A boat with a private captain will bring the two lucky guests to their o...

AMSTERDAM, 26 JULY 2023 – The world has seen the rise of Hallyu [1] , felt the undeniable power of K-pop, and now it’s time for a fan to take centrestage. With a mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world (including K-pop fans of all ages), Booking.com is introducing the Ultimate K-pop Experience in Seoul to bring the biggest K-pop fan dreams to life like never before and inspire a memorable travel experience for its customers. From diehard K-pop fans cheering through multiple comebacks to newer stans who have only recently fallen under the spell of K-pop's infectious beats, this once-in-a-lifetime experience will make it fun and easy for fans to explore the birthplace of K-pop: Seoul, South Korea. Only one lucky pair of guests will be able to book this exciting experience and be flown to Seoul, where their extraordinary journey into the world of K-pop will unfold. Their exclusive access begins with a two-night stay at the Executive Producer Suite ...

AMSTERDAM, 19 JULY 2023 – Booking.com is pleased to announce it has signed on as the Official Online Travel Sponsor of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023™. Offering the widest choice of incredible places to stay, including over 28 million listings in more than 220 countries and territories across the globe, not to mention over 60,000 in host countries Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand alone, Booking.com is perfectly positioned to help travellers and football fans book their accommodation when travelling to see their favourite team play. Taking place across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand from July 20 to August 20, 2023, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ is set to be the biggest women’s sporting event in the world, with 64 matches that will be played in 10 iconic venues across the two countries. As the Official Online Travel Sponsor, Booking.com makes it easier for everyone to book accommodation, from hotels to vacation homes and apartments and everything i...

AMSTERDAM, 19 JULY 2023 – Booking.com is pleased to announce it has signed on as the Official Online Travel Sponsor of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023™. Offering the widest choice of incredible places to stay, including over 28 million listings in more than 220 countries and territories across the globe, not to mention over 60,000 in host countries Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand alone, Booking.com is perfectly positioned to help travellers and football fans book their accommodation when travelling to see their favourite team play. Taking place across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand from July 20 to August 20, 2023, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ is set to be the biggest women’s sporting event in the world, with 64 matches that will be played in 10 iconic venues across the two countries. As the Official Online Travel Sponsor, Booking.com makes it easier for everyone to book accommodation, from hotels to vacation homes and apartments and everything i...

One of the best ways to experience any city in a more authentic and sustainable way is to explore it by foot. With 43% of travelers planning a sightseeing trip that involves walking,* wandering around is one of the best ways to really immerse in a destination, interact with the locals and admire architecture in a way that other transport just doesn’t offer. Visitors can meander entirely at their own pace or opt for more strenuous hiking, venture off the beaten path or pause whenever something takes their fancy – or tempts their taste buds. With that in mind, we share six standout destinations best explored by foot, as recommended by Booking.com travelers** which are anything but pedestrian.   Vientiane , Laos   Nestled in a bend on the northeast bank of the Mekong River, this beautiful city exceeds the expectations of many travelers – especially when exploring on foot. The capital of Laos is the antithesis of a bustling city and feels more like a welcoming village...

National Swimming Pool Day is celebrated in the US annually on July 11 and is an amazing opportunity to enjoy the warm summer weather and have a great time in the water. With almost half ( 44%)* of global travelers saying that a swimming pool is a very important amenity for an enjoyable stay and and almost one third ( 32%)* of travelers planning to stay in an accommodation that is Instagrammable, we present five unique stays with beautiful pools for a relaxing stay that’s full of opportunities to take any Instagram account to the next level. Pack a waterproof camera and accessories and get ready to enjoy stunning pool stays around the world.    1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge , New York , USA Located near the Brooklyn Bridge Promenade, 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge is a 10-story, waterfront hotel with a stunning plunge pool overlooking the city skyline and Brooklyn Bridge. After cooling off with a dip in the pool and taking some unique shots of the New York skyline, guests can spend the...

The USA is home to some of the most iconic road trips in the world. The vast uniqueness of the nation’s landscape, paired with the road trip nostalgia embodied in classic movies and unforgettable songs continues to inspire travelers today. In fact, according to our research, 47% of U.S. travelers rent a car while traveling because of the freedom it gives them to do what they want*. Another Booking.com-led study revealed that 58% of U.S. travelers plan to travel to off the beaten path destinations during 2023**. With peak vacation season just around the corner and trip planning in full force, we present three less-traveled road trip ideas to inspire travelers to rent an all American car this summer and turn it into their magic carpet.  Mississippi Blues Trail:   The Mississippi Blues Trail is the perfect getaway for any music enthusiast, history buff or foodie. The 510-mile route takes travelers from Memphis to New Orleans and retraces key historical and cultural ma...