SINGAPORE, Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has joined forces with the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines in an exciting new partnership designed to showcase the Philippines as a must-visit destination for international travelers.

The collaboration, effective immediately, will run until 15th December 2024, with travel periods until 31st March 2025. The agreement underscores a shared commitment to elevating the Philippines' visibility on the world stage as a prime tourist destination while driving increased inbound tourism.

SINGAPORE, Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore's most sought-after racing event is around the corner and fans across the region are gearing up for the unmistakable revving of engines, high-octane celebrity performances and endless festivities. Digital travel platform Agoda unveils the top 10 markets racing into Singapore for the highly anticipated night race, taking place from 20th to 22nd September. Travelers from Indonesia took the checkered flag with the highest accommodation searches for race weekend, followed by the Philippines and Japan.

SINGAPORE, Sept. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate 9.9 Day, digital travel platform Agoda reveals nine travel destinations where the average accommodation costs 99 USD per night or just below. This playful take on the double number nine highlights destinations that offer unique experiences at a great price.

So-called 'Double days' are considered to be lucky by some, and in recognition of this fact Agoda often provides special discounts on those days. The lucky destinations that average at or just below 99 USD this double day, are Hualien in Taiwan, Daejeon in South Korea, Kurashiki in Japan, Corbett in India, Real in the Philippines, Bajawa in Indonesia, Con Dao Islands in Vietnam, Ko Samet in Thailand, and Tioman Island in Malaysia. 

Agoda will use its marketing and technical expertise to promote Macao as a premier holiday destination 

SINGAPORE, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda and Sands China Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly promote Macao as a prime destination for both leisure and business travelers. The agreement aims to elevate Macao's status as a premium destination by showcasing its iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites, diverse attractions, and stunning landmarks.

NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) today announced that Chief Financial Officer Ewout Steenbergen will be speaking at Goldman Sachs Communacopia & Technology Conference on September 9, 2024 at 10:50am PT. A live audio cast of the presentation will be available to the public at http://ir.bookingholdings.com. A replay will be available for six months.  

About Booking HoldingsBooking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world's leading provider of online travel and related services, provided to consumers and local partners in more than 220 countries and territories through five primary consumer-facing brands: Booking.com, Priceline, Agoda, KAYAK and OpenTable. The mission of Booking Holdings is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. For more information, visit BookingHoldings.com and follow us on X @BookingHoldings.

SINGAPORE, Aug. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled the top beach destinations in Asia, ahead of International Beach Day celebrated on September 1. The list, based on accommodation searches made on Agoda for September and October, highlights the most sought-after coastal getaways, with Indonesia's Bali taking the top spot.

The island's popularity continues to grow as Agoda recorded an 11% increase in Bali-related accommodation searches compared to the same period last year.  Other beach hotspots in Asia include Okinawa in Japan and Da Nang in Vietnam, with both making it into the top three.

Experience a seamless way to redeem points with a superior booking experience

SINGAPORE, Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BUZZEBEES has partnered with digital travel platform Agoda, through its strategic arm Rocket Travel by Agoda, to launch its 'Pay with Points' feature for travel accommodation bookings on Agoda. Users who have accumulated points from BUZZEBEES' first five partners, namely The Mall Group, Don Muang Tollway, Nestle Waters Online, Mead Johnson and Syngenta, will be able to redeem accommodation bookings, partially or fully, via Agoda's 4.5 million properties worldwide.

STAMFORD, Conn. and SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahead of September, one of the most popular months for solo travel and dining,1 KAYAK and OpenTable are teaming up to launch a solo travel and dining guide, a go-to source for the hottest solo travel destinations, must-visit restaurants, and expert tips. Solo dining bliss with data-driven insights and inspiration.

SINGAPORE, Aug. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reports a 36% increase in outbound travel from South Korea this Liberation Day compared to the same holiday last year. Travelers taking advantage of Korea's Liberation Day holiday on August 15 have their eyes set on Japan in particular.

Top outbound destinations for Liberation Day

(Based on Agoda accommodation search data)

1

Fukuoka, Japan

2

Tokyo, Japan

3

Osaka, Japan

4

Nha Trang, Vietnam

5

Bangkok, Thailand

Eligible Visa cardholders can now unlock exclusive access to primetime restaurant reservations and events in the U.S. through OpenTable and soon Mexico and Canada

SAN FRANCISCO, July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, OpenTable, a global leader in restaurant tech, and Visa, a world leader in digital payments, announced a collaboration that will offer eligible Visa cardholders exclusive access to sought-after restaurant reservations and events at hundreds of local restaurants across the U.S., Canada and Mexico through OpenTable.