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SINGAPORE, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reports growing travel interest for the upcoming long break that closes out April and sees in May compared to the similar break last year. According to domestic accommodation searches made on Agoda, local travel interest has increased by 81% compared to last year's late April-early May holiday period.
The holiday period for both years included Hung Kings Commemoration, Reunification Day and Labor Day, making it a prime travel period for Vietnamese travelers combining multiple public holidays. In 2025, the break was extended by additional days linked to the 50th anniversary of Reunification, while in 2026 the three holidays fall on the same week, making it easy for many employees to take two days of leave and enjoy a much longer break.
The increase in domestic accommodation searches reflects strong appetite for local getaways as travelers look to make the most of one of the longest holiday periods of the year.
Domestic Travel: Cooler Escapes and Familiar Destinations Shape Travel Intent
Coastal destinations lead the way for travel interest, with Agoda's search data showing four beach cities among the top five most searched domestic destinations by Vietnamese travelers: Vung Tau (increasing by 101% year-on-year), Nha Trang (increasing by 96% year-on-year), Da Nang (increasing by 89% year-on-year), and Phan Thiet (increasing by 72% year-on-year). Da Lat (increasing by 45% year-on-year) is the only non-coastal destination in the ranking, maintaining strong appeal thanks to its cool climate and suitability for short "heat escape" trips. As Vietnam enters an early and intense heatwave, with temperatures nearing 40 degrees nationwide, travelers are increasingly seeking cooler escapes.
This behavior also underscores a broader shift in traveler mindset, with convenience and proximity becoming key decision drivers. Rather than venturing into off-the-beaten-track destinations, Vietnamese travelers are gravitating toward well-known, easily accessible locations that help optimize travel costs while still delivering meaningful experiences with family and friends.
Outbound Travel: Growing Interest Beyond Southeast Asia
Outbound travel interest saw a 9% increase during the holiday period, in comparison with the same period last year. While perennial favorites Bangkok and Singapore kept their places in the top 5 international destinations, Tokyo and Seoul recorded growth in travel interest of 49% and 20% respectively, as Vietnamese travelers may plan to take advantage of the longer break to go a little further afield than typical short-hops within Southeast Asia. Taipei also remains among the top searched destinations, rounding out the top five holiday getaways for outbound travel.
Top searched destinations for the upcoming holiday period between 24 April and 2 May 2026 include:
| Ranking | Domestic Destinations | International Destinations |
| #1 | Vung Tau | Bangkok |
| #2 | Da Nang | Tokyo |
| #3 | Phan Thiet | Seoul |
| #4 | Nha Trang | Singapore |
| #5 | Da Lat | Taipei |
Mr. Vu Ngoc Lam, Country Director, Vietnam, Agoda, said: "Vietnamese travelers are increasingly prioritizing trips that are easy to plan, cost-effective, and aligned with their lifestyle. With the extended holiday period, we are seeing a preference for short-haul, experience-driven travel, particularly to familiar destinations that offer both convenience and comfort. At Agoda, we support these evolving preferences by providing travelers with a wide range of accommodation, flight and activity options to make confident travel decisions."
With over 6 million properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities available in one seamless booking experience, Agoda is well positioned to support Vietnamese travelers as they plan their holiday getaways. Running from 7 May to 21 May, Agoda's 21st Birthday Sale will offer up to 60% off on hotel bookings, with a special flash sale of up to 70% on 19 May and exclusive deals on flights and activities. Agoda VIP members will receive early access to deals from 3 May to 6 May. Discover more on Agoda's mobile app or at Agoda.com.
SINGAPORE, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reports growing travel interest for the upcoming long break that closes out April and sees in May compared to the similar break last year. According to domestic accommodation searches made on Agoda, local travel interest has increased by 81% compared to last year's late April-early May holiday period.
The holiday period for both years included Hung Kings Commemoration, Reunification Day and Labor Day, making it a prime travel period for Vietnamese travelers combining multiple public holidays. In 2025, the break was extended by additional days linked to the 50th anniversary of Reunification, while in 2026 the three holidays fall on the same week, making it easy for many employees to take two days of leave and enjoy a much longer break.
The increase in domestic accommodation searches reflects strong appetite for local getaways as travelers look to make the most of one of the longest holiday periods of the year.
Domestic Travel: Cooler Escapes and Familiar Destinations Shape Travel Intent
Coastal destinations lead the way for travel interest, with Agoda's search data showing four beach cities among the top five most searched domestic destinations by Vietnamese travelers: Vung Tau (increasing by 101% year-on-year), Nha Trang (increasing by 96% year-on-year), Da Nang (increasing by 89% year-on-year), and Phan Thiet (increasing by 72% year-on-year). Da Lat (increasing by 45% year-on-year) is the only non-coastal destination in the ranking, maintaining strong appeal thanks to its cool climate and suitability for short "heat escape" trips. As Vietnam enters an early and intense heatwave, with temperatures nearing 40 degrees nationwide, travelers are increasingly seeking cooler escapes.
This behavior also underscores a broader shift in traveler mindset, with convenience and proximity becoming key decision drivers. Rather than venturing into off-the-beaten-track destinations, Vietnamese travelers are gravitating toward well-known, easily accessible locations that help optimize travel costs while still delivering meaningful experiences with family and friends.
Outbound Travel: Growing Interest Beyond Southeast Asia
Outbound travel interest saw a 9% increase during the holiday period, in comparison with the same period last year. While perennial favorites Bangkok and Singapore kept their places in the top 5 international destinations, Tokyo and Seoul recorded growth in travel interest of 49% and 20% respectively, as Vietnamese travelers may plan to take advantage of the longer break to go a little further afield than typical short-hops within Southeast Asia. Taipei also remains among the top searched destinations, rounding out the top five holiday getaways for outbound travel.
Top searched destinations for the upcoming holiday period between 24 April and 2 May 2026 include:
Ranking
Domestic Destinations
International Destinations
#1
Vung Tau
Bangkok
#2
Da Nang
Tokyo
#3
Phan Thiet
Seoul
#4
Nha Trang
Singapore
#5
Da Lat
Taipei
Mr. Vu Ngoc Lam, Country Director, Vietnam, Agoda, said: "Vietnamese travelers are increasingly prioritizing trips that are easy to plan, cost-effective, and aligned with their lifestyle. With the extended holiday period, we are seeing a preference for short-haul, experience-driven travel, particularly to familiar destinations that offer both convenience and comfort. At Agoda, we support these evolving preferences by providing travelers with a wide range of accommodation, flight and activity options to make confident travel decisions."
With over 6 million properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities available in one seamless booking experience, Agoda is well positioned to support Vietnamese travelers as they plan their holiday getaways. Running from 7 May to 21 May, Agoda's 21st Birthday Sale will offer up to 60% off on hotel bookings, with a special flash sale of up to 70% on 19 May and exclusive deals on flights and activities. Agoda VIP members will receive early access to deals from 3 May to 6 May. Discover more on Agoda's mobile app or at Agoda.com.
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Holiday Travel Heats Up: Agoda Reports 81% Rise in Domestic Accommodation Searches Among Vietnamese Travelers For The Upcoming April Long Break
BUDAPEST, Hungary, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA), an independent and non-political anti-corruption organization with over 190 anti-corruption agencies (ACAs) worldwide as members, spares no efforts in sharing experience, forging closer partnerships and strengthening online initiatives in the global fight against corruption. On May 14, the IAACA will hold its first-ever European Regional Conference in Budapest, Hungary. This conference will bring together the regional graft-fighting experts from EU Member States, candidate countries from the Western Balkan region and Eastern Partnership countries, to exchange latest information, tackle new challenges and thrive for continuous improvement in the fight against corruption.
This is the IAACA's first ever large-scale regional conference in Europe and is expected to attract about 150 anti-corruption practitioners and high-level government representatives from Europe and neighbouring non-European countries. In collaboration with the Integrity Authority of Hungry, this conference aims to equip the graft fighters in Europe to tackle various new forms of corruptions, and exchange the latest graft fighting initiatives, experience and insights among ACAs.
The Conference will feature keynote speeches and panel discussions addressing contemporary anti-corruption issues, including corruption detection and prevention through artificial intelligence, big data, and digital solutions; and the latest education and innovation approaches in promoting integrity. The Conference will also serve as a timely opportunity to discuss the challenges and chances of the implementation of the new EU Anti-Corruption Directive.
IAACA President: New anti-graft strategy increases regional influence
IAACA President Woo Ying-ming, also Commissioner of the Hong Kong's Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), mentioned that the Conference will be a new try for the IAACA to amplify its influence and connections with European countries. "Compared with the previous practice of providing point-to-point training and exchange to a single country's ACA, the IAACA now adopts a more dynamic approach by largely expanding the scale of our trainings and conferences for agencies from countries in the same continents. This time in Europe the Conference will be participated by law enforcement agencies in Greece, Hungary, Italy, Portugal, Romania, Spain as well as the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) of Austria. This strategy not only enhances cost-effectiveness but also enables us to know more about the anti-graft challenges, experiences and tactics in different countries with diverse social, economic and cultural patterns, so as to further upgrade our training modules to better meet the needs of all anti-graft agencies," President Woo said.
The IAACA and ICAC will also collaborate with Integrity Authority of Hungary and the IACA to co-host a one-day back-to-back training seminar. Experienced ICAC investigators will share the Commission's practical latest experience in evaluating and sustaining effectiveness. This will enable participants to better understand international frameworks and methodologies for evaluating ACAs' graft-fighting work.
"We look forward to the European Conference. The back-to-back training seminar will serve as a platform for all European participants to effectively build up a strong and long-lasting anti-corruption network in the region, and continuously exchange their up-to-date graft-fighting information and experience. The IAACA always stands ready to join hands with different nations to provide strategic and technical assistance in the fight against global corruption. Together we build a world of integrity," President Woo concluded.
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IAACA's first-ever regional conference in Europe helps equipping law enforcers in fighting new forms of corruption
