Insight Booking.com’s New Sustainability Program: Guide for Accommodation Partners AMSTERDAM, 28 October 2024 - Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel platforms, has announced the latest evolution of the partner-focused facet of its sustainability program, putting the needs of accommodations front and center by testing an improved pathway to third-party certificati

Insight Climate Uncertainty Shaping Travel Trends Booking.com’s 2026 Travel & Sustainability Report reveals a growing tension in travel decisions, with nearly three quarters of travelers globally saying they consider extreme weather risk when choosing both destination (74%) and timing (74%), and nearly one-third (31%) canceling a trip due to these

Insight Discover Bangkok’s Hidden Gems From vibrant flower markets to hipster art districts, and from traditional pottery studios to breathtaking skywalks, Bangkok has something to suit every traveler. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the culture and history of Thailand, indulge in delicious street food, or simply relax in nature,

Insight Discover Freediving with COMO Maalifushi For Fahd Faiz — President of the Maldives Freediving Association, world-record holder in static apnea, and the guiding hand behind COMO Maalifushi’s new freediving programme — the ocean has always been a place of quiet belonging. “Being Maldivian, we are always connected to a marine environment,” he

Insight Discover Play by COMO: Where Kids Become Earth Warriors We have Play by COMO spaces in our hotels and resorts in Phuket, the Caribbean, the Indian Ocean and Bali. They are not traditional ‘kids’ clubs’, where parents send their children so they can steal an afternoon’s holiday; we engage children with outdoor activities from star-gazing to tree-planting,

Insight Discover the Perfect September Equinox Destination The September equinox (this year falling on September 23) is more than a seasonal turning point. For centuries, cultures around the world have marked the equinox as a moment of balance, renewal and spiritual reflection, while astrologers view it as a significant shift in the cosmic calendar that sig

Insight Discovering the Intricate Art of Thai Desserts Desserts hold significant cultural importance in Thai cuisine and traditions. Sculpted into intricate designs and vibrant colours, they’re traditionally served at important events such as Songkran (Thai New Year), or the annual Loy Krathong (Festival of Lights). They’re also whipped up for wedding c

Insight Eco-Friendly Initiatives at COMO Point Yamu We also participate in the internationally recognised Earth Check Programme, which addresses climate concerns through enhanced training and next-generation software. Our aim is to make sure every aspect of your stay contributes to a greener world; small steps can make a huge impact. Here, we list ni

Insight Embrace Your Travel Alter-Ego with Booking.com NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 2, 2024 – Booking.com, the global leader in connecting travelers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, is launching a new ad campaign to show that you can “book whoever you want to be” on vacation. The campaign, featuring award-winning American actor, producer and

Insight European Accommodation Trends 2026 Today, European tech and travel leader Booking.com released the sixth edition of its annual Accommodation Barometer, exploring the outlook, opportunities and challenges that are front of mind for accommodation professionals across Europe.

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Insight Experience Hollywood-Styled Route 66 Road Trip NEW YORK, May 4, 2026 – Start the engine. Cue the playlist. Booking.com, the Official Travel Partner of the Route 66 Centennial, is offering a road trip experience this spring that puts travelers behind the wheel of a movie-inspired classic car. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity arrives as road tr