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Planning your next trip and looking to get the best bang for your buck? Online travel platform Agoda has you covered with a selection of 11 quirky, unique and/or breathtakingly beautiful properties that are each in their own way remarkable, loved by travelers and all score 9+ out of 10 in ‘value for money’ reviews. From luxury retreats and creative hubs, to lodging above a Belgian beer café and even inside a shipping container, these properties are unbeatable when it comes to combining character and comfort with affordability. So, whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a solo adventure, read on to discover traveler’s favorites for mostly budget-friendly, yet unforgettable, stays that are sure to delight, surprise, and inspire. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: KLoe Hotel Value for Money rating: 9.2 Room rate: RM 392.35 KLoe Hotel was recognized as the top choice by Agoda travelers in Kuala Lumpur last year. Scroll through the images on Agoda and you’ll get an ide...

Hari Raya holiday is a significant celebration for Muslims worldwide and is often a time for families to come together and spend quality time. Over 1000 Malaysian travelers were polled for Agoda's Global Family Travel Trend Survey and the findings revealed that the top 3 family activities that families were looking to indulge in visiting cultural landmarks, spending time at the beach and having fun at theme parks & attractions. With so many activities to choose from, it can be challenging to decide where to go. Agoda has put together a selection of activities that are perfect for family time during Hari Raya, these activities offer a diverse range of experiences that are sure to make your Hari Raya holiday a memorable one. Cultural Landmarks : With its rich multicultural history, Malaysia has no shortage of magnificent heritage sites. From colonial-era architecture to ‘living museums’ of culture, these destinations will give you a chance to learn more about the country’s divers...

Agoda helps deal hunters by revealing cheapest destinations in April With many across Asia and Australia looking forward to long weekends and holidays in the coming weeks, price-savvy travelers will be happy to learn that Agoda crunched the numbers to reveal the cheapest tourist destinations. In Malaysia, it’s Sibu, Sarawak where travelers can enjoy the most competitive room rates this month. Because of Agoda’s passion for getting travelers the best possible deals and most competitive prices, the digital travel platform analyzed the average room rates of tourist destinations in April. In Malaysia, Sibu, Sarawak is the most affordable tourist destination, with an average room rate of RM 136. Also in Malaysia, the top 5 are Alor Setar, Kuala Terengganu, Kota Bharu and Taiping respectively. The destinations with the cheapest average accommodation rates across the APAC region are Khon Kaen in Thailand, Sibu in Malaysia, Surakarta in Indonesia, Puri in India, Bacolod in Philippines, Ninh Bi...

Thai destinations most desired destinations for Malaysian family vacations this year Asian metropolises brimming with entertainment for all ages are the most coveted destinations for Malaysian families seeking adventures abroad this year, with Thai cities Hat Yai and Bangkok leading the pack, followed by Singapore, Tokyo, and Taipei. According to search data from digital travel platform Agoda for travel in 2023, seven of the ten most searched international destinations for families were for populous urban cities. Tropical beach paradises are also on the minds of travelers, with Phuket (#6), Bali (#7) and Krabi (#8) placing among the top searched family destinations. Meanwhile, domestic cult favorites with time-tested delights are once again the choice picks for Malaysians looking to create family memories locally, with Kuala Lumpur (#1), Penang (#2) and Malacca (#3) retaining their luster as the best city escapes. The appeal of fresh-air diversions like Cameron Highlands (#5) and Gent...

Tokyo, Bangkok, and Singapore are this year’s most popular Valentine’s Day getaways in Asia, global digital travel platform Agoda revealed. The three Asian capitals are the most searched cities by couples celebrating on February 14th this year. To pay homage to these and other romantic hotspots in the top 14 searched destinations, Agoda commissioned AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT to compose unique poems. Being the hot new thing, recently introduced chatbot ChatGPT already has millions falling in love with its capabilities. When asked by Agoda to channel its inner artificial intelligence-Shakespeare the chatbot composed lines like ‘From Pad Thai to Tom Yum Goong, Bangkok’s food is a taste that lingers on’ (Bangkok, Thailand), ‘With every visit, I’m captured whole, in this gem of India, I find my goal’ (Goa, India), and ‘Mount Fuji in the distance, a sight to behold. Tokyo, a city that never gets old’ (Tokyo, Japan). Using ChatGPT to compose poetry may be a gimmick, but the artificial inte...

“Explore Thailand” Campaign to Help Boost Thailand’s Reopening Thailand’s borders are now fully open, and travelers from all over the world are heading back in droves to explore its unspoiled beaches and idyllic islands, serene countryside, and the bustle of Bangkok city. Agoda has revealed the top searched Thai destinations as it launches its dedicated Explore Thailand campaign offering great deals on top accommodation throughout Thailand. Royal Park Rajapruek Chiang Mai Beach resorts dominate the top seven searches, with Koh Chang, Koh Samui, Pattaya, and Phuket completing the top destination list according to Agoda. Find out what all the fuss is about. Bangkok is a bustling metropolis that combines a rich culture and heritage with a hedonistic modern city of skyscrapers, party people and rooftop bars. Nestled in among some of the most well-known hotels in the world, are ancient temples, old markets and local neighborhoods to explore. A city that never sleeps, Bangkok truly has som...

This time, championing for greater diversity & inclusion in the tech space Registrations have officially opened for Agoda’s third global programming competition, Codegoda slated to take place this August. Following the success of the first two instalments, the digital travel platform is running another call for software developers and engineers around the world - this time, to solve the travel industry’s biggest challenges with code. “Technology is at the heart of everything we do at Agoda, and we constantly seek to push the envelope on innovation. Growing our talent pool of engineers has been crucial to this. We believe that skills speak for themselves, regardless of age, background and experiences. That’s why we created Codegoda as a way to host an open, global call, for anyone who would like to try their hand at building new technologies.”, said Idan Zalzberg, CTO, Agoda. This year, the team champions for greater inclusivity. “Agoda is an equal opportunity employer, and we want...

The collaboration is part of Agoda’s new Eco Deals program aimed at travelers interested in ‘giving back’ by supporting environmental or social / community projects Agoda has partnered with WWF-Singapore (World Wide Fund for Nature (Singapore) Limited) to support marine habitat restoration efforts as part of the launch of its Eco Deals program. Through Eco Deals, Agoda will work in collaboration with its accommodation partners to offer deals that ‘give-back’ and highlight responsible tourism, environmental or community-led charities and organizations. In this campaign launch involving WWF-Singapore, Agoda and its hotel and accommodation partners will fund efforts to raise awareness about responsible tourism, enabling the restoration of marine habitats such as coral reefs and mangroves in Southeast Asia, and protecting wildlife affected by floods in Australia. Agoda’s Eco Deals will first launch with accommodation partners in five countries – Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines,...

COVID hasn’t taken the shine off Malaysian tourism gems The freshly lifted restrictions on interstate travel in the country is allowing fully vaccinated Malaysians to travel across states from October 11 onward. In view of a cautiously reopening travel sector, Agoda’s travel data indicates that Malaysians are still keen on well-known domestic tourist spots, with only minor shifts in the Top 20 destinations between 2019/20 and 2020/21 booking data. While Kuala Lumpur and Penang retained top spots, Johor Bahru inched Malacca into fourth spot and Kuantan jumped from 7th to 5th spot, knocking Kota Kinabalu out the top five. While the top 20 destinations are traditionally tourist-heavy areas, they are still beloved by many for being quintessentially Malaysian spots that symbolise the best the country has to offer. The urban and cosmopolitan settings of Kuala Lumpur and Penang offer all the sights and sounds of contemporary life, while maintaining their respective historical charms. Penang a...

Go green with Agoda at these eco-friendly hotels From saying no to plastic straws to adopting zero waste lifestyle, more and more Malaysians are doing their part to save the planet. With this rising environmental awareness in the country, arising from concerns over climate change and environmental degradation, it is no surprise that local travellers are eager to indulge in sustainable travel once interstate travels are allowed. Agoda’s recent Sustainable Travel Trends Survey revealed that Malaysia was among the top three markets most likely to look for eco-friendly accommodations, with travellers pledging to travel sustainably by prioritising eco-conscious accommodation and being more mindful about their energy consumption during their travels. To support Malaysians in their pledge to travel more sustainably and to coincide with travel reopening Agoda shares a range of eco-friendly accommodations across the country, all designed to minimise the impact of tourism on the environment. Ele...

Kempen ‘Vaxxed To Go’ Agoda menjanjikan tawaran dan faedah percutian eksklusif kepada pelancong yang lengkap vaksinasi Rakyat Malaysia kini mendapat sedikit kelonggaran untuk melancong semula dan dapat meninggalkan keresahan akibat duduk di rumah sekian lama. Pelancaran program rintis "gelembung pelancongan" baru-baru ini bukan sahaja memberikan harapan kepada industri pelancongan tempatan, malahan individu yang telah menerima vaksin turut akan mendapat pelbagai manfaat penginapan dan tawaran yang eksklusif di bawah kempen “Vaxxed To Go” oleh Agoda. Kempen ‘Vaxxed To Go’ telah dilancarkan untuk mempromosikan percutian vaksin atau “vaxications” untuk rakyat Malaysia yang telah menerima vaksin dan sedia untuk keluar melancong semula. Kempen ‘Vaxxed-To-Go’ ini menawarkan pelbagai pakej unik yang boleh digunakan apabila kawalan pergerakan dilonggarkan kelak. Setiap pakej percutian disertakan dengan tiga atau lebih faedah dengan nilai tambahan, menjadikan pakej penginapan tersebu...

Top three things respondents are most looking forward to are seeing family and friends, going without a mask, and travelling internationally More than a quarter of Malaysians plan to travel within a month of restrictions easing, with 48% planning a trip within four months One third of 55+ don’t intend to travel domestically until all Malaysians are vaccinated Only 3% of Malaysians are looking forward to returning to the office Visiting attractions, ‘just getting out of the house’ and enjoying the luxuries of a hotel stay are the top ranked reasons to travel again People photo created by jcomp - www.freepik.com With movement restrictions slowly beginning to show signs of relaxations following Malaysia’s promising immunization efforts, Agoda’s Return to Travel Survey reveals activities that Malaysians are most looking forward to getting back to doing. Among these include seeing family and friends, not wearing a mask and unsurprisingly, travelling. Travel is on the agenda for 34% of folks...