{"id":28995,"date":"2025-07-29T06:57:42","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T06:57:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hotelsalepage.com\/feed\/cision-pr-newswire\/agoda-reveals-first-half-2025-travel-insights-china-malaysia-and-south-korea-remain-top-visitors-to-thailand\/"},"modified":"2025-07-29T06:57:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T06:57:42","slug":"agoda-reveals-first-half-2025-travel-insights-china-malaysia-and-south-korea-remain-top-visitors-to-thailand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=28995","title":{"rendered":"Agoda Reveals First-Half 2025 Travel Insights: China, Malaysia, and South Korea Remain Top Visitors to Thailand"},"content":{"rendered":"<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"10\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"right\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2567836\/Agoda.jpg?p=medium600\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" title=\"logo\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" width=\"118\" \/><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">BANGKOK<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">July 29, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212;\u00a0Digital travel platform Agoda reveals fresh insights into the Thai travel landscape for the first half of 2025. Based on booking data, <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Malaysia<\/span>, and <span class=\"xn-location\">South Korea<\/span> are once again the leading markets visiting <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span>, followed by <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2567836\/Agoda.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2567836\/Agoda.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" \/> <\/a> <br \/><span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Bangkok<\/span>, Pattaya, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Phuket<\/span> continue to top the list of most-visited cities among the five leading markets. Hat Yai also emerged as one of the most visited cities, particularly among Malaysian and Singaporean travelers. Hat Yai&#8217;s growing popularity is likely due to its reputation for affordability, having ranked as the cheapest destination in <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span> and among the top three in <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span> for two consecutive years. These destinations offer a mix of urban adventure, coastal leisure, and rich cultural experiences that appeal to a broad spectrum of travelers.<\/p>\n<p>Unexpectedly, the market visiting <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span> the most isn&#8217;t necessarily the one staying the longest. While <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span> tops the list for visitor numbers, the longest average stays are led by <span class=\"xn-location\">South Korea<\/span>, followed by <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Malaysia<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span>, and then <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, each market shows unique preferences for where visitors stay longer, with many choosing island escapes for extended visits, such as <span class=\"xn-person\">Ko Tao<\/span> for its world-class diving, <span class=\"xn-person\">Ko Pha Ngan<\/span> for its mix of laid-back beach life and well-known party scenes, and inland destinations like Pathum Thani for a quieter, more local experience near <span class=\"xn-location\">Bangkok<\/span>.<\/p>\n<div>\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"1\" class=\"prnbcc\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prnpr2 prnpl2 prnvab prntac prncbts prnbrbrs prnbbbs prnbsbls\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\"><b>Markets<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prnpr2 prnpl2 prnvab prncbts prnbrbrs prnbbbs prnsblb1\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\"><b>Cities with the longest average length of stay<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen4\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">China<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Ko Tao<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen4\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Malaysia<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Ko Pha ngan<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prnpr2 prnpl2 prnvab prnsbtb1 prnbrbrs prnbbbs prnbsbls\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">South Korea<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Pathum Thani<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen4\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Japan<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Ko Tao<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen4\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Singapore<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Ko Tao<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<p>Alongside Agoda&#8217;s data, official figures from <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand&#8217;s<\/span> Ministry of Tourism and Sports reveal that more than 16 million foreign tourists visited <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span> from January to <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span>, generating approximately <span class=\"xn-money\">743.5 million baht<\/span> in tourism revenue. With ongoing government initiatives such as the Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025, streamlined travel procedures, and increased flight capacities, <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span> continues to assert itself as a leading destination in the region.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, for Thai travelers heading abroad, <span class=\"xn-location\">Tokyo<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Osaka<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Taipei<\/span>, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Seoul<\/span> emerged as the leading destinations for the first half of 2025.<\/p>\n<p><b>Akaporn Rodkong, Country Director at Agoda<\/b>\u00a0shared, &#8220;We&#8217;re honored to be the platform of choice for travelers from across <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span> and proud to play a role in supporting tourism in <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span>. At Agoda, we&#8217;re committed to offering convenient and diverse accommodation options that help travelers explore both well-known destinations and hidden gems across the country, making their trips easier and more memorable.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>With over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, Agoda offers endless possibilities for micro-travelers. Agoda&#8217;s mobile app is the go-to platform for unbeatable deals for a quick getaway. Start planning your next micro-adventure at<span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.agoda.com<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"10\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"right\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2567836\/Agoda.jpg?p=medium600\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" title=\"logo\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" width=\"118\" \/><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">BANGKOK<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">July 29, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212;\u00a0Digital travel platform Agoda reveals fresh insights into the Thai travel landscape for the first half of 2025. Based on booking data, <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Malaysia<\/span>, and <span class=\"xn-location\">South Korea<\/span> are once again the leading markets visiting <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span>, followed by <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2567836\/Agoda.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2567836\/Agoda.jpg?p=medium600\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" \/> <\/a> <br \/><span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Bangkok<\/span>, Pattaya, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Phuket<\/span> continue to top the list of most-visited cities among the five leading markets. Hat Yai also emerged as one of the most visited cities, particularly among Malaysian and Singaporean travelers. Hat Yai&#8217;s growing popularity is likely due to its reputation for affordability, having ranked as the cheapest destination in <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span> and among the top three in <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span> for two consecutive years. These destinations offer a mix of urban adventure, coastal leisure, and rich cultural experiences that appeal to a broad spectrum of travelers.<\/p>\n<p>Unexpectedly, the market visiting <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span> the most isn&#8217;t necessarily the one staying the longest. While <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span> tops the list for visitor numbers, the longest average stays are led by <span class=\"xn-location\">South Korea<\/span>, followed by <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Malaysia<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Singapore<\/span>, and then <span class=\"xn-location\">China<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, each market shows unique preferences for where visitors stay longer, with many choosing island escapes for extended visits, such as <span class=\"xn-person\">Ko Tao<\/span> for its world-class diving, <span class=\"xn-person\">Ko Pha Ngan<\/span> for its mix of laid-back beach life and well-known party scenes, and inland destinations like Pathum Thani for a quieter, more local experience near <span class=\"xn-location\">Bangkok<\/span>.<\/p>\n<div>\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"1\" class=\"prnbcc\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prnpr2 prnpl2 prnvab prntac prncbts prnbrbrs prnbbbs prnbsbls\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\"><b>Markets<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prnpr2 prnpl2 prnvab prncbts prnbrbrs prnbbbs prnsblb1\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\"><b>Cities with the longest average length of stay<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen4\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">China<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Ko Tao<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen4\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Malaysia<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Ko Pha ngan<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prnpr2 prnpl2 prnvab prnsbtb1 prnbrbrs prnbbbs prnbsbls\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">South Korea<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Pathum Thani<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen4\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Japan<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Ko Tao<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"prngen4\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Singapore<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"prngen5\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\">\n<p class=\"prnml4\"><span class=\"prnews_span\">Ko Tao<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Alongside Agoda&#8217;s data, official figures from <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand&#8217;s<\/span> Ministry of Tourism and Sports reveal that more than 16 million foreign tourists visited <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span> from January to <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span>, generating approximately <span class=\"xn-money\">743.5 million baht<\/span> in tourism revenue. With ongoing government initiatives such as the Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025, streamlined travel procedures, and increased flight capacities, <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span> continues to assert itself as a leading destination in the region.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, for Thai travelers heading abroad, <span class=\"xn-location\">Tokyo<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Osaka<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Hong Kong<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Taipei<\/span>, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Seoul<\/span> emerged as the leading destinations for the first half of 2025.<\/p>\n<p><b>Akaporn Rodkong, Country Director at Agoda<\/b>\u00a0shared, &#8220;We&#8217;re honored to be the platform of choice for travelers from across <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span> and proud to play a role in supporting tourism in <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span>. At Agoda, we&#8217;re committed to offering convenient and diverse accommodation options that help travelers explore both well-known destinations and hidden gems across the country, making their trips easier and more memorable.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>With over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, Agoda offers endless possibilities for micro-travelers. Agoda&#8217;s mobile app is the go-to platform for unbeatable deals for a quick getaway. 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