SINGAPORE, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has compiled a list of Asia's hidden riverside destinations that promise unique cultural experiences as well as stunning views. From the lush coconut groves of Ben Tre in Vietnam to the floating markets of Banjarmasin in Indonesia, these lesser-known spots offer a refreshing escape from the usual tourist trails.

SYDNEY, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Once the domain of room service and solo travellers, new data from OpenTable and KAYAK shows Australia's hotel restaurants are having a renaissance with travellers and locals alike, making Hotel Restaurants a destination in their own right.

The new consumer research reveals that 72%** of Aussies would rebook a hotel for the dining experience alone, which could be driven by 69%** believing that hotel restaurants have improved their offerings in recent years.

New Feature Powers Dining Discovery, Bringing Restaurant Research Into the Booking Process

SYDNEY, Aug. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenTable, a global leader in restaurant tech, has debuted 'Concierge', a generative Al-powered assistant designed to give diners instant insights into more than 60,000 restaurants on its network. The launch deepens OpenTable's continued investment in Al to support restaurants and diners.

From helping diners figure out how to get to a restaurant, to suggesting what to order and offering a sense of what to expect from the overall experience - including guidance for dietary preferences or restrictions - Concierge works like a helpful, in-the-know friend who's done all the homework. The assistant is embedded within each restaurant profile, and in the future, will be able to book reservations on behalf of a diner.

- Agoda recommends five international summer getaways to cool down

SEOUL, South Korea, July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With unprecedented heatwaves sweeping across the globe this summer, South Korea is in the grip of its most intense heatwave in 117 years. Travelers are increasingly seeking cooler destinations to escape the hot and humid conditions. In response, digital travel platform Agoda has curated a list of refreshing 'cool-cation' destinations ideal for those looking to beat the heat.

BANGKOK, July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reveals fresh insights into the Thai travel landscape for the first half of 2025. Based on booking data, China, Malaysia, and South Korea are once again the leading markets visiting Thailand, followed by Japan and Singapore.

Bangkok, Pattaya, and Phuket continue to top the list of most-visited cities among the five leading markets. Hat Yai also emerged as one of the most visited cities, particularly among Malaysian and Singaporean travelers. Hat Yai's growing popularity is likely due to its reputation for affordability, having ranked as the cheapest destination in Thailand and among the top three in Asia for two consecutive years. These destinations offer a mix of urban adventure, coastal leisure, and rich cultural experiences that appeal to a broad spectrum of travelers.

NORWALK, Conn., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Second quarter 2025 financial results for Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) will be made available at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET on July 29 through a press release posted to the company's Investor Relations website: http://ir.bookingholdings.com.

Booking Holdings intends to hold a conference call on July 29 at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss its second quarter 2025 financial results. The event will be webcast at http://ir.bookingholdings.com and audio replays will be available on the website for seven days thereafter.

Surabaya tops the list for value-driven travelers based on the lowest average room rates across Asia's top destinations

SINGAPORE, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With value-driven travel gaining momentum across Asia, digital travel platform Agoda revealed its rankings of Asia's most affordable summer destinations led by Surabaya, Indonesia where average room rates are $35 per night*. This presents hoteliers with new opportunities to capture sustained demand and maximize returns even when offering competitive deals.

SINGAPORE, July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled the top five most popular cities in Asia for the first half of 2025, based on booking data from January 1 to June 30. The list highlights the enduring allure of Asia's bustling metropolises, with Tokyo, Bangkok, and Osaka leading the pack, followed by Seoul and Kuala Lumpur rounding out the top five.

Joint Research Reveals Over Half (58%) of Americans Believe Hotel Restaurant Offerings Have Improved Over the Years

SAN FRANCISCO and STAMFORD, Conn., July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hotel restaurants are no longer just convenient pit stops for weary travelers—they've become destinations in their own right. New insights from OpenTable and KAYAK cement a growing cultural shift: travelers are choosing where to go and stay based on what they want to eat. Nearly half of Americans (47%) say they have specifically booked a trip to visit a restaurant1, and KAYAK data shows a 51% year-over-year increase in the use of KAYAK's "restaurant" hotel filter, highlighting how travel and dining are becoming increasingly connected.2

SINGAPORE, July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda launched its first-ever brand campaign in Singapore, centred around an AI-powered commercials that spotlights the company's flights offering in Singaporean fashion.

Building on the success of Agoda's previous AI-led activations in India, this latest campaign leverages cutting-edge AI video generation platforms like Google Veo, Runway, and Kling AI to produce a film that spotlights the value of booking flights on Agoda's platform, but with a distinctly Singaporean touch. Aside from the in-house ideation and voice-over recording, all the visual elements of the creative were created using the latest generative AI technology.