Paris Calling: Japan Leads Asian Search Surge for Upcoming Event

Monday, July 22, 2024

Digital travel platform Agoda has reported a 43% increase in searches for stays in Paris during late July and early August, as the world-renowned ‘city of love’ transforms into the ‘city of sports’. Agoda’s accommodation search data reveals that Japan leads the way in searches for Paris, showcasing a significant interest from this Asian market.

Top Paris Accommodation Searches from Asia – Agoda

1. Japan
2. South Korea
3. Hong Kong SAR
4. China (Mainland)
5. India

Following Japan, the most searches for Paris in Asia came from South Korea, Hong Kong, Mainland China, and India, respectively.

Paris is set to host a major global sporting event later this month, igniting excitement among travelers from across Asia. The surge in accommodation searches on Agoda’s platform underscores the enthusiasm and anticipation for the event, with many eager to witness the spectacle firsthand.

Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President of Supply at Agoda, shared, “The upcoming events in Paris are generating traveler excitement, and we were not surprised to see this increase in interest from Asian markets. Agoda is committed to helping travelers find the best accommodations, flights, and activities to make their trip to Paris unforgettable.”

Agoda’s data highlights Paris as a highly sought-after destination from Asia, reflecting its perennial allure and popularity. The spike in searches underscores the significance of the event and the city’s readiness to welcome the global sporting community, along with many international fans and visitors.

In addition to over 4.5 million holiday properties, the Agoda platform also offers more than 130,000 flight routes and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in a single booking for a hassle-free vacation experience.

Note to Editors:

About the Data: The ranking is based on Agoda searches from Asia, made between July 1-14, for holiday accommodations in Paris between July 26 and August 11.

About Agoda: Agoda, a digital travel platform, offers great value deals on a global network of 4.2 million hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Available in 39 languages and supported by 24/7 customer service, Agoda.com and the Agoda mobile app make travel easy and affordable. Headquartered in Singapore, Agoda is part of Booking Holdings (Nasdaq: BKNG) and employs over 7,000 staff members across 26 markets, leveraging top-tier technology to simplify travel.