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The rise of secondary destinations
Oped, Published on 26/09/2025
» As we mark World Tourism Day tomorrow, we're turning the spotlight on one of the unsung heroes of travel -- secondary destinations. This international awareness day gives our industry an opportunity to take a pause and reflect on how travel is evolving. At Agoda, we see the growing popularity of secondary cities as a notable development in the travel market.
Casinos a game-changer for Thai tourism, says Agoda
Gary Boyle, Published on 07/11/2024
» Casinos would significantly boost tourism to Thailand, says the chief executive of the online travel agency Agoda, who is confident the country could set a record for foreign arrivals next year.
Casinos a game-changer for Thai tourism, says Agoda
Published on 06/11/2024
» Casinos and related attractions would significantly boost tourism to Thailand, says the chief executive of the online travel agency Agoda, who is confident the country could set a record for foreign arrivals next year.
Tourist trap
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 27/11/2023
» The pandemic has made every country realise their economies cannot thrive with closed borders.
Bangkok urged to woo business tourists
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 16/06/2023
» Online travel agent Agoda hopes Thailand can become a preferred destination for business travellers, competing with Japan and Vietnam.
Thailand tourism needs a trust boost
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 06/02/2023
» The beginning of the Year of the Rabbit is a candle of hope for the tourist sector's revival. Thailand, however, does not appear to be off to a good start. The disgraceful saga of Thai police started at the end of last month when a Chinese tourist shared a video clip of four police officers offering her an unauthorised VVIP service on social media. She claimed to have been given the option of a speedy immigration check at the airport and a police escort to her hotel in Pattaya.
Agoda 'Price Freeze' locks rates
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 11/01/2023
» Online travel agency Agoda is releasing a new feature called "Price Freeze", which allows customers to lock the best rates and pay a small deposit from at least one day up to 14 days, as a new option for individuals who are planning a holiday but still unsure of the exact period.
Agoda and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration Partner Up to Drive Sustainable Growth in Bangkok with ‘Urban Tree Planting’ Initiative
Published on 02/12/2022
» Agoda, a global digital travel platform, is partnering with Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to improve Bangkok’s green infrastructure with the ‘Urban Tree Planting’ Initiative. To officially commence the partnership, Mr. Chadchart Sittipunt, Governor of Bangkok and Mr. Omri Morgenshtern, Chief Executive Officer, Agoda, planted trees at Phutthamonthon Sai 2 Park in Thawi Watthana District along with park officials, Agoda executives and Agoda volunteers. The Thawi Watthana district is home to the Utthayan Road which is regarded as the most beautiful road in Thailand and Phutthamonthon Sai 2 Park is adjacent to popular Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market.
Agoda: Thai tourism makes cautious revival
Business, Published on 21/09/2022
» Thailand is one of the first countries in Asia to see tourism rebound from the pandemic, driven by positive signals from both foreign and domestic travellers, according to Agoda.
Focus on low-carbon tourism
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 19/09/2022
» This month, Thailand launched long-term resident visas, allowing affluent and high-income foreigners to stay in the country for up to 10 years to boost the economy and tourism. Approximately 400 people filed for the visa in the first 12 days, indicating considerable demand.