Where did everyone travel to this year? Agoda reveals 2018’s most-booked destinations
Agoda, one of the world’s fastest growing online travel agents (OTAs), reveals that domestic trips led the way for Vietnamese travelers in 2018, with Thailand and Singapore the most popular countries to visit further afield.
According to Agoda’s booking data for 2018, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, Da Lat and Nha Trang are the top five destinations overall, while seaside cities such as Vung Tau (7th), Hoi An (8th) and Phan Thiet (9th) round out the list.
Cosmopolitan destinations Bangkok (6th) and Singapore (10th) also make an appearance in the top ten. No visa requirements, short-flight times and affordable air travel coupled with cultural highlights, shopping and cuisines make these two Southeast Asian cities top choices.
Top country destinations for Vietnamese travelers |
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Top city destinations for Vietnamese travelers |
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1. Ho Chi Minh City
2. Hanoi 3. Da Nang 4. Dalat 5. Nha Trang 6. Bangkok 7. Vung Tau 8. Hoi An 9. Phan Thiet 10. Singapore |
Top destinations across Asia, Europe and the United States
Globally, the data shows Bangkok, London and Las Vegas as the top destinations with Japan and Thailand as the most popular countries in Asia, while United Kingdom and Italy top the charts in Europe.
From ephemeral sights like cherry blossoms, to the endless quirky, wonderful experiences such as robot cafes, Japan has something for every traveler. The Land of the Rising Sun has claimed the crown for top Asian destination, and its vibrant cities, Tokyo and Osaka, attracting adventurous explorers from across Asia and the globe.
While London and Paris continue to win the hearts of travelers, the cosmopolitan Istanbul is quickly gaining popularity, climbing four ranks up to fifth most-booked city in Europe since 2016. With over 2,500 years of history, rich culture and remarkable sights, this is the only city in the world that straddles Europe and Asia.
America’s party city, City of Angels and The Big Apple have taken the top spots in the United States. Apart from Las Vegas, Los Angeles and New York, two other noteworthy destinations came up in 2018 – whether it’s due to the year-round sun in Phoenix or the southern hospitality in Houston, these two places are rapidly growing in popularity among travelers to America.
While favorite destinations differ for travelers from various markets, Thailand is in the top three for many global travelers. Bangkok’s appeal in particular has continued in 2018, as it is not only a convenient transit point to explore the rest of Thailand, but is also teeming with energy, quirks and fascinating culture.
Top countries in Asia |
Top countries in Europe |
1. Japan
2. Thailand 3. Malaysia |
1. United Kingdom
2. Italy 3. France |
Top destinations in Asia | Top destinations in Europe | Top destinations in America | ||||||||||
1. Bangkok
2. Tokyo 3. Kuala Lumpur 4. Hong Kong 5. Osaka 6. Taipei 7. Seoul 8. Singapore 9. Bali 10. Pattaya |
1. London
2. Paris 3. Rome 4. Barcelona 5. Istanbul 6. Amsterdam 7. Milan 8. Madrid 9. Venice 10. Prague |
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