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According to Booking.com’s Sustainable Travel Report, a significant 97% of travelers express their desire to travel more sustainably this year. Furthermore, nearly 73% of them express their intention to leave the places they visit in a better state than when they arrived, while 82% seek authentic experiences that genuinely reflect the local culture. These findings clearly demonstrate travelers’ commitment to supporting destinations and communities they visit, highlighting their growing interest in sustainable tourism.

Considering “the seaweed is always greener in somebody else’s lake,” traveling is a must this summer. Of course, the question is where you should go. With the upcoming release of Disney’s live-action The Little Mermaid, Booking.com is offering fans a chance to be a part of Ariel’s world with their “Under the Sea” stays in Malibu for only $5.26 in June — a nod to the film’s release date on May 26. Plus, every room in the mermaid-inspired beach house is full of Insta-worthy details and easter eggs that’ll make your experience so magical.

To celebrate the upcoming Disney movie The Little Mermaid, which is finally coming to theaters on May 26, Booking.com partnered with Disney to offer three amazing stays inspired by the much-anticipated film.

Solo travelling has risen in popularity since the end of the pandemic. According to Booking.com, just under one in four (23%) people exploring the world nowadays do so alone, up from 14% before Covid.

Booking.com is expecting a better summer than last year, both globally and in India, going by forward looking summer booking trends, said Santosh Kumar, country manager, for India, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Indonesia at Booking.com in an interview to ET.

A recent Booking.com survey of more than 30,000 customers across 29 countries revealed that more than 75% of customers want to reduce their carbon footprint, showing this movement has never been more prevalent. As an industry, it is imperative that we do all we can to support it.

For around $300 as of May 2023, you can book three nights at Hotel Mesón del Marqués, with breakfast included, according to Booking.com, and access to the pool, jacuzzi, and sunbathing terrace.

From the rich past of Chinese green tea to the vibrant mint leaves of Morocco, discover the exciting destinations behind the drinks as compiled by Booking.com. With nearly half (44%) of Indian travellers keen to try the best places for food and drink on their next trip, International Tea Day is the perfect excuse to travel to locations naturally steeped in history and beauty.

The American actress is an ambassador for Booking.com and is currently promoting the website’s Travel Sustainable badge, an award given to environmentally conscious hotels. ‘My favourite travel destinations have given me so many wonderful memories, especially the time spent with family and friends immersing ourselves in the local culture,’ she told Daily Mail Australia.

The American actress is an ambassador for Booking.com and is currently promoting the website's Travel Sustainable badge, an award given to environmentally conscious hotels.

Booking.com is the Official Travel Partner of Eurovision, and has provided accommodation for thousands of fans who travelled to Liverpool to view the show live. 'Booking.com is proud to play a role in making it easier for millions of Eurovision fans to come together and celebrate Europe's most popular and diverse music event, demonstrating that unity comes in a variety of forms in both music and travel,' said Arjan Dijk, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Booking.com.

Booking.com is the Official Travel Partner of Eurovision, and has provided accommodation for thousands of fans who travelled to Liverpool to view the show live. ‘Booking.com is proud to play a role in making it easier for millions of Eurovision fans to come together and celebrate Europe’s most popular and diverse music event, demonstrating that unity comes in a variety of forms in both music and travel,’ said Arjan Dijk, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Booking.com.

Booking.com has been the official travel partner for Eurovision for three years now - and they had multiple locations to offer in Liverpool, while also hosting places worldwide - including Sweden, which will host the show next year.

Online travel agency, Booking.com’s country head for the Indian subcontinent and Indonesia, Santosh Kumar, said it’s hard to share the precise figures, but it observes spikes in bookings for sporting events since several athletes, their teams and sports enthusiasts travel to these events.

A Booking.com survey reveals that 81% of global travelers confirm that sustainable travel is important to them. Approximately 50% of the travelers were influenced by recent news about climate change which has motivated them to make more sustainable travel choices. As much as 57% of travelers would feel better staying in a particular accommodation if they knew it had a sustainable certification. Over 100,000 properties globally are being recognised for their sustainability efforts with a Travel Sustainable badge on Booking.com.

We hopped in an Uber (“I’ve never seen so many shiny things,” our 25-year-old, Liverpudelian driver sighed) and made our way back to the INNSiDE by Meliá hotel, courtesy of Booking.com who were a main sponsor of this year’s event.

It was the third most popular domestic destination in Booking.com's 2022 list with Queenstown in number one, but the City of Sails is top dog in 2023.

According to Booking.com’s Sustainable Travel Report 2023, Indian travellers are integrating sustainable thinking into their vacation planning, beyond everyday small habits such as using reusable water bottles or reusable shopping bags. In just a year, Indians have grown extremely conscious of how they impact the planet and are implementing several measures as a result.

This Mother's Day, are you considering surprising your mother with something special? Give her something she can enjoy with you so you may make some special moments together. With a well-thought-out getaway that you can both enjoy and tick off her bucket list, surprise your super-mom. Whether your mother loves an adrenaline thrill or some downtime at the spa, a walk in the mountains, or an authentic culinary experience, Booking.com has put together a list of events that are sure to make her feel particularly special.

Whether your mother loves an adrenaline thrill or some downtime at the spa, a walk in the mountains, or an authentic culinary experience, Booking.com has put together a list of events that are sure to make her feel particularly special.

It should come as no surprise that Australians love a good holiday, and being the venturesome bunch that we are, solo travel is becoming increasingly popular. In fact, a recent survey by travel booking site Booking.com found that one in four Aussies have considered ditching their travel buddies in favour of setting off alone.

It should come as no surprise that Australians love a good holiday, and being the venturesome bunch that we are, solo travel is becoming increasingly popular. In fact, a recent survey by travel booking site Booking.com found that one in four Aussies have considered ditching their travel buddies in favour of setting off alone.

As winter draws near, search data indicates many Kiwis are eager to plan a classic Queenstown trip to enjoy the snow. However, unlike last year, it will not hold the title of ‘most searched domestic destination’ on Booking.com.

Using reusable water bottles or shopping bags, traveling outside of peak season and opting for walking, biking, or taking public transport are only some of the ways in which Indian travelers are integrating sustainability into their vacation planning, reveals Booking.com’s latest Sustainable Travel Report.