Insight 10 LGBTQ+ Friendly Destinations to Explore Globally Exploring the world should be an exciting and welcoming experience for everyone. But this isn’t always the case. Traveling as an LGBTQ+ person can require an extra layer of consideration and planning to navigate today's travel landscape. Booking.com research* reveals that for more than half (59%) of
Insight 10 Most Welcoming Cities to Visit in 2026 Whether it’s a bucket-list adventure or a much-needed break, travelers consistently look for destinations that offer memorable experiences, good value, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. In fact, nearly half of travelers (45%*) say that places with friendly locals are a big attractor when deciding wh
Insight 2025 Booking.com Awards: Discover Top Travel Destinations AMSTERDAM 27 JANUARY, 2025 - Booking.com, a global leader in connecting travelers to an unmatched selection of incredible accommodations, activities, and transportation options, including flights, car rentals, and taxis, is proud to announce the recipients of its 13th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Insight 2026’s Must-Visit Travel Destinations Revealed Booking.com’s annual Travel Predictions research* reveals that in 2026, travelers are designing trips as unique as they are– curating journeys that reflect exactly who they are, what they want, and what they love. Whether open to traveling with a potential romantic partner, co-worker or new friend t
Insight 5 Craziest Food Festivals to Try Take part in a tomato fight, cook the world's biggest omelette or race while tossing pancakes in a frying pan. We're not kidding, these are the craziest (and tastiest!) food festivals around.
Insight 6 Sustainable Destinations Shaping a Fairer Tourism Future This year’s World Tourism Day theme, Tourism and Sustainable Transformation, shines a light on the growing movement toward more thoughtful, responsible travel. As traveler attitudes evolve, so too does the understanding of what it means to make a positive impact. Booking.com’s 2025 Travel & Sustaina
Insight 7 Luxurious Hotels Offering Paradise on Earth You wake up in a king-size bed. Your breakfast is served in an elegant restaurant, followed by a few hours of relaxation on a private beach and in the hotel's spa. Sounds blissful, right? It’s time to discover the seven best hotels in the world!
Insight Aeroplan Partners with Hertz: Earn More Points on Rentals MONTRÉAL, May 6, 2026 – Aeroplan, Canada’s leading travel loyalty program, has announced a new strategic partnership with Hertz, one of the world’s largest vehicle rental companies. This collaboration extends across Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty, and is the latest example of Aeroplan’s commitment to ex
Insight Age Limits for Car Rentals: What You Need to Know Learn age limitations of car rental companies and their underage fee policy.
Insight AI-Powered Travel Planning: Booking.com’s Smart Features Simplify Your Trip AMSTERDAM, 30 October 2024 - Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel platforms, is expanding its AI-powered features to deliver more tailored and time-saving solutions for travelers. With Smart Filter, Property Q&A, and Review Summaries, Booking.com continues to harness Generative AI
Insight AI-Powered Trip Planner: Booking.com’s New Travel Discovery Tool AMSTERDAM, 27 June 2023 - Booking.com, one of the world’s leading digital travel platforms, has announced its new AI Trip Planner, which will launch in beta to a selection of US travelers in the company’s app on June 28. Built upon the foundation of Booking.com’s existing machine learning models tha
Insight Autumn Escapes: Discover Top Destinations for Sunlit Adventures Why stare at the rain outside your window when you could be surfing in Miami or strolling through Central Park? Why huddle under a blanket with a book when you can read it on a Maldivian beach, listening to the sound of the waves? Instead of lazing at home, why not explore the souks of Marrakech, im
