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SINGAPORE, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reports a 25% increase in travel interest among Asian couples for Valentine's weekend, according to accommodation searches made on Agoda for check-ins between 13-15 February 2026. Bangkok, Tokyo, and Kuala Lumpur have captured the hearts of many, emerging as the most sought-after destinations for a romantic escape.
Beyond Bangkok, Tokyo and Kuala Lumpur, destinations like Pattaya, Seoul, Bandung, Manila, Jakarta, Yogyakarta, and Bali make up the top 10 most-searched Valentine's weekend getaways, beckoning couples with promises of both urban adventures and sun-kissed beach retreats.
Whether it's a serene sunset cruise along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, a cozy hot spring experience on the outskirts of Tokyo, or a candlelit dinner with a view of the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, each destination offers unique experiences to celebrate love. Couples can indulge in a romantic stroll through Seoul's charming Bukchon Hanok Village, explore the vibrant art scene in Yogyakarta, or unwind on the sunny beaches of Bali. For those seeking a blend of culture and relaxation, Bandung's lush tea plantations and Manila's historic Intramuros provide the perfect backdrop for love to blossom.
Leading the charge in celebrating love through travel are couples from Thailand, Indonesia, and South Korea. Indonesians, in particular, have shown an 86% increase in travel interest compared to last year.
Krishna Rathi, Associate Vice President at Agoda, shared, "With Valentine's Day fortuitously falling on a weekend once again this year, it's the perfect opportunity for a romantic getaway or a cozy staycation. Agoda's insights reveal a growing passion among Asian couples for both local and international escapes. We're thrilled to help them create cherished memories, whether basking on a beach or exploring the vibrant streets of Asia's most romantic cities."
For those planning a romantic getaway, Agoda offers over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in the same booking. Discover the best deals on Agoda's mobile app and start planning your next adventure today.
SINGAPORE, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reports a 25% increase in travel interest among Asian couples for Valentine's weekend, according to accommodation searches made on Agoda for check-ins between 13-15 February 2026. Bangkok, Tokyo, and Kuala Lumpur have captured the hearts of many, emerging as the most sought-after destinations for a romantic escape.
Beyond Bangkok, Tokyo and Kuala Lumpur, destinations like Pattaya, Seoul, Bandung, Manila, Jakarta, Yogyakarta, and Bali make up the top 10 most-searched Valentine's weekend getaways, beckoning couples with promises of both urban adventures and sun-kissed beach retreats.
Whether it's a serene sunset cruise along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, a cozy hot spring experience on the outskirts of Tokyo, or a candlelit dinner with a view of the Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, each destination offers unique experiences to celebrate love. Couples can indulge in a romantic stroll through Seoul's charming Bukchon Hanok Village, explore the vibrant art scene in Yogyakarta, or unwind on the sunny beaches of Bali. For those seeking a blend of culture and relaxation, Bandung's lush tea plantations and Manila's historic Intramuros provide the perfect backdrop for love to blossom.
Leading the charge in celebrating love through travel are couples from Thailand, Indonesia, and South Korea. Indonesians, in particular, have shown an 86% increase in travel interest compared to last year.
Krishna Rathi, Associate Vice President at Agoda, shared, "With Valentine's Day fortuitously falling on a weekend once again this year, it's the perfect opportunity for a romantic getaway or a cozy staycation. Agoda's insights reveal a growing passion among Asian couples for both local and international escapes. We're thrilled to help them create cherished memories, whether basking on a beach or exploring the vibrant streets of Asia's most romantic cities."
For those planning a romantic getaway, Agoda offers over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in the same booking. Discover the best deals on Agoda's mobile app and start planning your next adventure today.
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Agoda Unveils the Most Popular Destinations for Couples this Valentine's Day
79th Festival de Cannes • Spotlight on Chinese Cinema • China Pavilion
CANNES, France, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 14 (local time), the Chinese film My World Without Me, directed by Tian Hairong, was screened at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes. Selected for the International Promotional Screening Unit of the 79th Festival de Cannes, the film garnered warm applause and high praise from audiences around the world, as well as invaluable feedback and insights.
Following the screening, the film's creative team joined a themed panel at the China Pavilion titled "The Power of Images and Care for the Soul," engaging in a heartfelt dialogue with filmmakers and audiences from across the globe on the themes of life and adversity — resonating deeply with the tender hearts of people from all cultural backgrounds. The panel was hosted by China Film Foundation & China Film Association and organized by China Film Foundation • Wutianming Film Fund.
About the Film and Its Creative Team
My World Without Me is directed and headlined by Tian Hairong, with Zhang Hanyu serving as executive producer for the first time. The film was crafted over nearly seven years with exceptional care and dedication. It focuses on the contemporary community of people with hidden depression, conveying love and hope through the quiet spaces of daily life and the gentle light found in ordinary moments. Confronting suffering head-on, the film exemplifies the restrained aesthetics and humanistic warmth characteristic of Chinese realist cinema, offering an Eastern perspective on mental health narratives.
Tian Hairong is a graduate of the Performance Department of the Shanghai Theatre Academy and a renowned actress and producer in mainland China. She received the Golden Deer Award for Best Actress at the Changchun International Film Festival for Romantic Girl, the Best Actress award at the Nordic International Film Festival for The Spirit of a Generation: Tang Qunying, and the Best Supporting Actress award at the 12th Macao International Film Festival. Tian expressed her hope that through international platforms such as Cannes, the world will come to feel the warmth and depth of Chinese cinema.
International Recognition
French director Frédéric Oberlin praised the film for using a uniquely Eastern mastery of emotion to deliver silent feelings directly to the heart. Sinologist Luisa Prudentino noted after viewing the film that its sincere emotional core transcends cultural barriers, protecting the dignity of life and becoming a warm thread of empathy connecting different civilizations.
The film is set to continue participating in further international film festivals, using the power of cinema to build bridges of cultural communication and to help Chinese stories reach the world in a manner rich with humanistic care.
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Touching Hearts Through Cinema -- Chinese Film "My World Without Me" Earns High Praise at Cannes
