Agoda Unveils the Top 10 Destinations to Catch a Wave in Asia
It’s summer-loving all year long! Travel platform Agoda is making a splash by revealing the top coastal getaways in Asia ahead of International Beach Day, which is celebrated on Sept. 1.
The list of top beaches was curated based on accommodation searches made on the website for September and October, with Bali taking the crown as Asia’s most searched beach destination.
Agoda recorded an 11% increase in Bali-related accommodation searches compared to the same period last year, showing that the Indonesian island’s popularity is continuously growing. Following second is Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost prefecture famed for its cultural heritage and distinctive cuisine, while coming in third is Da Nang in Vietnam where you’ll find stunning coastlines and the oldest Buddhist pagoda in the country.
The rankings show a wide range of coastal destinations offering a variety of activities to cater to every beachgoer’s preference. Whether you want to shred some killer waves, party 'til dawn, or lounge by the sand with a good book, you’re sure to find your paradise among these Asian islands.
“With the monsoon season drawing to a close in many parts of Asia, travelers are eagerly anticipating the sun, sand, and sea. Asia boasts some of the world’s most stunning beaches, and International Beach Day is the perfect time to celebrate these coastal treasures,” Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President of Supply at Agoda said.
Vietnam, the Philippines, and Thailand secured two spots on the list, underscoring their popularity among beach lovers. Additionally, the latter countries were also included among the World’s Top 50 beaches this year.
Ready to get some vitamin SEA? Here are Agoda’s top beaches:
- Bali, Indonesia
- Okinawa, Japan
- Da Nang, Vietnam
- Pattaya, Thailand
- Phuket, Thailand
- Nha Trang, Vietnam
- Jeju, South Korea
- Penang, Malaysia
- Boracay Island, Philippines
- Cebu, Philippines
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