SINGAPORE, Jan. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cambodia's Phnom Penh emerged as the most affordable capital city to book New Year's Eve accommodations in Asia, according to digital travel platform Agoda. Booking insights analyzed by Agoda revealed that the average room in Phnom Penh costed no more than 67 USD on the final day of 2024.
Phnom Penh's rate of 67 USD is followed by Hanoi, Vietnam and Jakarta, Indonesia, with average accommodation rates of 79 USD and 92 USD respectively. Jakarta was also the city where the cheapest hotel room in Asia's capital cities was booked this New Year's Eve, with a rate of just 2.45 USD. The most expensive was a suite booked in Bangkok's Siam district, costing 4,584.61 USD.
Lam Vu, Country Director Vietnam and Indochina at Agoda said: "At Agoda, we love helping travelers discover amazing destinations without the hefty price tag. While many travelers found great value deals on Agoda for top New Year's Eve destinations like Tokyo and Bangkok, the insights show that the best bang for your buck was offered elsewhere in Asia. Phnom Penh and Hanoi are perhaps less obvious as a New Year's Eve destination but offer great prices and a great deal of fun."
Phnom Penh, Cambodia's lively capital, celebrated New Year's Eve with street parties and fireworks along the riverside. The city's rich history and cultural landmarks provide a unique backdrop for travelers looking to explore an iconic capital without breaking the bank.
Hanoi, known for its charming Old Quarter and rich cultural heritage, welcomed the New Year with traditional performances and lively celebrations around Hoan Kiem Lake. The city's blend of history and modernity offers a captivating experience for visitors.
Jakarta, Indonesia's dynamic capital, rang in the New Year with concerts and firework displays across the city. Its diverse attractions and culinary delights make it a compelling choice for travelers seeking both excitement and affordability.
Agoda offers over 4.5 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in the same booking. Travelers can explore these affordable destinations and more by visiting Agoda.com or by downloading the Agoda mobile app.
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Agoda shares Asia's top three capital Cities that gave the best 'Bang for Your Buck' on New Year's Eve
More than 20 KAPSARC leaders, researchers, and experts to contribute across the Congress's Executive, Technical, Synergy, and Special Programmes
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- KAPSARC participates as a National Partner in the 25th WPC Energy Congress in Riyadh, bringing its leaders and experts into discussions addressing some of the most important issues shaping the future of energy.
Taking place from 11 to 15 October 2026 under the theme "Pathways to an Energy Future for All," the Congress will be hosted in Saudi Arabia for the first time in its history. First held in London in 1933, the Congress will bring together government leaders, industry executives, policymakers, researchers, and innovators in Riyadh to examine the forces reshaping global energy systems, from security and investment to technology and sustainability.
KAPSARC's participation extends across the Congress's Executive, Technical, Synergy, and Special Programmes, alongside additional sessions and activities, reflecting the breadth of the Center's research and policy expertise. KAPSARC President Fahad Alajlan and Dr. Ghadah Alarifi, Dean of the KAPSARC School of Public Policy, are among KAPSARC's speakers in the Executive Programme.
Across the Congress, KAPSARC experts contribute research and policy perspectives on energy supply and demand, energy access, natural gas, ESG and governance, the Circular Carbon Economy, artificial intelligence, mobility, and lower-emission pathways for refining and petrochemicals.
Within the Special Programme, KAPSARC leads a Knowledge Sprint session titled "Generative AI for Evidence-Based Oil Markets," examining how generative AI can support oil-market analysis and policy research. The session explores AI-assisted data workflows, econometric and scenario analysis, responsible AI practices, and the translation of technical findings into decision-ready insights.
KAPSARC also participates in the World Café through a session on "Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies," bringing together experts, policymakers, and practitioners to examine the prospects for scaling engineered carbon-removal solutions. The discussion covers direct air capture, bioenergy with carbon capture and storage, and biochar, alongside the economic, infrastructure, regulatory, carbon-market, and regional considerations influencing their deployment.
In the Synergy Programme, KAPSARC experts contribute to discussions on "Accelerating the Circular Carbon Economy Through Joint Action" and "AI Partnerships for Energy Innovation," bringing research-based perspectives to the intersection of energy, technology, and sustainability.
KAPSARC's dedicated pavilion provides another platform for knowledge exchange and engagement throughout the Congress. Structured around five thematic hubs, the pavilion brings together KAPSARC research, analytical tools, and expertise across the Oil Hub, Transportation Hub, Clean Energy Hub, AI Hub, and Collaboration Hub. Together, the hubs provide visitors with an integrated view of selected research areas and emerging issues shaping energy systems, while creating opportunities for engagement with policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and other Congress participants.
The pavilion also features the KAPSARC School of Public Policy (KSPP) and the Saudi Energy Leaders Assembly (SELA), providing additional platforms for policy education, leadership development, and knowledge exchange.
Through its participation across the Congress's programmes and sessions, alongside its dedicated thematic pavilion, KAPSARC connects Saudi-based research and policy expertise with international discussions on energy security, investment, technology, and sustainability.
About KAPSARC
KAPSARC is an advisory think tank dedicated to advancing knowledge on energy, environmental and regional economic issues. As an accredited observer to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), KAPSARC actively contributes to global climate action. KAPSARC's mission is to advance Saudi Arabia's energy sector and inform global policies through evidence-based advice and applied research.
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KAPSARC TO JOIN 25TH WPC ENERGY CONGRESS IN RIYADH AS NATIONAL PARTNER
