To help Pinoy Gen Zs see the world for less, digital travel platform Agoda spotlights three ‘budgetarian’ travel options at varying levels of budget-friendliness for travelers eager to explore wonders close to home or those ready to embark on one of their first adventures abroad. All of course without breaking the bank.     “Everyone loves a great bargain, and Pinoy Gen Z are no exception, and will go the extra mile to seek out value for money option, particularly on activities and things they don’t want to miss out on, including travel,” Michael Hwang, Country Director Philippines at Agoda shared....

Filipino families seeking exciting travel experiences in 2024 have an awesome destination: LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort. The world-renowned family destination is packed with unique LEGO® adventures, Malaysian cultural experiences, and incredible savings with the Book Early and Save promotion.   Filipinos' growing travel appetite makes LEGOLAND Malaysia a perfect fit. A study from the Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) revealed that Malaysia is one of Filipinos' top five travel destinations, alongside Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, and Thailand. LEGOLAND Malaysia's focus on unforgettable experiences and its partnership with the Malaysian Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) perfectly aligns with this desire, giving...

Airbnb is wrapping up 2023 by revealing its annual holiday season trends, revealing trending domestic and international destinations, as well as the Airbnb Categories that are popular among Filipinos. With travel returning in full swing this year, Filipinos are exploring more off-the-beaten-path destinations or crossing borders to soak up different cultures.    Domestically, Filipinos are gravitating towards the country's pristine waters, with the laidback city of Sorsogon City in Bicol as the leading trending destination for the holiday season. Following closely are beach destination San Felipe in Zambales and urban retreat Las Piñas City in Metro Manila. Hotspots Puerto Princesa...

Thailand is set to sparkle this November as the country celebrates one of its most colourful and picturesque cultural festivals – Loy Krathong, also known as the Festival of Lights.   To celebrate the water goddess Phrae Mae Khongkha, millions of Thais float (loy) a little raft (krathong) commonly made from banana trunk and topped with flowers and candles. The krathongs carry the hopes, wishes, and gratitude of individuals, and represent the act of letting go of the old and ushering in the new.    Loy Krathong is celebrated nationwide every year, on the night of the full moon of...

Once upon a time, a very chatty donkey agreed to swamp-sit for Shrek. Before he hits the road again, Donkey is inviting guests near and far, far away to sleep like an ogre in Shrek’s Swamp, only on Airbnb.   Located among the hills of the Scottish Highlands, Shrek’s Swamp is a stumpy, secluded haven fit for a solitude-seeking ogre – and for the first time ever, a handful of his biggest fans.   “Shrek’s Swamp is lovely. Just beautiful. The perfect place to entertain guests,” Donkey said. “You know what I like about it? Everything. The overgrown landscaping, the...