{"id":21628,"date":"2025-04-17T16:20:48","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T09:20:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=21628"},"modified":"2025-04-17T16:20:48","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T09:20:48","slug":"agodas-2025-scuba-deals-survey-reveals-indonesia-to-be-top-of-the-wish-list-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=21628","title":{"rendered":"Agoda’s 2025 Scuba Deals Survey reveals Indonesia to be top of the wish list"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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HONG KONG<\/span><\/span>, April 17, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled insights from its 2025 Scuba Deals Survey, shedding light on the preferences and motivations of scuba diving enthusiasts across Asia<\/span>. From dream destinations to travel budgets, the survey highlights trends shaping the underwater travel scene.<\/p>\n

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The survey, conducted across 11 Asian markets, highlights the region’s prominence as a scuba diving haven. Known for its diverse and abundant dive sites, particularly Southeast Asia<\/span> continues to attract divers with its rich marine life and breathtaking underwater landscapes.<\/p>\n

The five insights are:<\/p>\n

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  1. Indonesia<\/span> is the dream dive destination
    <\/b>Indonesia<\/span> tops the list as the most desired scuba diving destination among Asian travelers. The market tops a ranking that also includes the Philippines<\/span>, Thailand<\/span>, Malaysia<\/span>, and Vietnam<\/span>, respectively.\n<\/li>\n
  2. Underwater relaxation is a prime travel motivation<\/b>
    30% of respondents cited relaxation as their primary reason for diving. Exploring marine life also ranks high as a motivating factor, with 24% of divers drawn primarily to the allure of ocean creatures.\n<\/li>\n
  3. Affordability is a priority, but the budgets are bigger<\/b>
    While affordability is ranked by respondents as the most important factor when choosing accommodation for the trip, 40% of respondents reported spending 15-30% more on scuba trips compared to regular vacations.\n<\/li>\n
  4. The typical scuba trip lasts 4-7 days
    <\/b>Short getaways dominate the scuba travel scene, with 48% of divers preferring trips lasting 4-7 days. Weekend trips are also popular, chosen by 41% of respondents.\n<\/li>\n
  5. Reefs are the preferred dive sites<\/b>
    Reef diving emerges as the top choice for underwater explorers, with 75% of respondents expressing interest in these areas. The rich ecosystems of Asia’s<\/span> reefs continue to captivate divers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Gede Gunawan<\/span>, Senior Country Director Indonesia at Agoda, shared, “Asia<\/span> is home to some of the world’s most popular diving destinations and remains a favorite among divers. At Agoda, we’re passionate about offering great deals on accommodations, flights, and activities, to make exploring the underwater world easier and affordable for everyone.”<\/p>\n

    Agoda’s newly launched Scuba Deals program offers up to 10% discount on participating hotels in diving destinations across Indonesia<\/span>, the Philippines<\/span>, Malaysia<\/span>, Thailand<\/span>, and Vietnam<\/span>. For more details, visit\u00a0www.agoda.com\/scubadeals<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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    HONG KONG<\/span><\/span>, April 17, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled insights from its 2025 Scuba Deals Survey, shedding light on the preferences and motivations of scuba diving enthusiasts across Asia<\/span>. From dream destinations to travel budgets, the survey highlights trends shaping the underwater travel scene.<\/p>\n

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    The survey, conducted across 11 Asian markets, highlights the region’s prominence as a scuba diving haven. Known for its diverse and abundant dive sites, particularly Southeast Asia<\/span> continues to attract divers with its rich marine life and breathtaking underwater landscapes.<\/p>\n

    The five insights are:<\/p>\n

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    1. Indonesia<\/span> is the dream dive destination
      <\/b>Indonesia<\/span> tops the list as the most desired scuba diving destination among Asian travelers. The market tops a ranking that also includes the Philippines<\/span>, Thailand<\/span>, Malaysia<\/span>, and Vietnam<\/span>, respectively.\n<\/li>\n
    2. Underwater relaxation is a prime travel motivation<\/b>
      30% of respondents cited relaxation as their primary reason for diving. Exploring marine life also ranks high as a motivating factor, with 24% of divers drawn primarily to the allure of ocean creatures.\n<\/li>\n
    3. Affordability is a priority, but the budgets are bigger<\/b>
      While affordability is ranked by respondents as the most important factor when choosing accommodation for the trip, 40% of respondents reported spending 15-30% more on scuba trips compared to regular vacations.\n<\/li>\n
    4. The typical scuba trip lasts 4-7 days
      <\/b>Short getaways dominate the scuba travel scene, with 48% of divers preferring trips lasting 4-7 days. Weekend trips are also popular, chosen by 41% of respondents.\n<\/li>\n
    5. Reefs are the preferred dive sites<\/b>
      Reef diving emerges as the top choice for underwater explorers, with 75% of respondents expressing interest in these areas. The rich ecosystems of Asia’s<\/span> reefs continue to captivate divers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Gede Gunawan<\/span>, Senior Country Director Indonesia at Agoda, shared, “Asia<\/span> is home to some of the world’s most popular diving destinations and remains a favorite among divers. At Agoda, we’re passionate about offering great deals on accommodations, flights, and activities, to make exploring the underwater world easier and affordable for everyone.”<\/p>\n

      Agoda’s newly launched Scuba Deals program offers up to 10% discount on participating hotels in diving destinations across Indonesia<\/span>, the Philippines<\/span>, Malaysia<\/span>, Thailand<\/span>, and Vietnam<\/span>. For more details, visit\u00a0www.agoda.com\/scubadeals<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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