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Luxury, Your Way: Agoda Explores How the Stay Can Shape the Trip

PR Newswire•08/11/2026•20:00 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Asia individual wealth rose 10.5% in 2025, expanding premium travel potential
  • ➤Agoda Travel Outlook: 31% prioritize culinary experiences; 25% cultural exploration
  • ➤Agoda doubled premium accommodation inventory over the past four years
  • ➤Bangkok, Bali and Kuala Lumpur rank among Agoda’s most-searched five-star destinations

Expert Statements

Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda

“Luxury today is personal. A quiet wellness retreat, a culinary escape, and a family celebration can mean very different things, even to the same traveler.”

Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda

“Our role at Agoda is to help travelers understand their choices and find the stay that suits their trip”

Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda

“That applies whether they are planning an everyday getaway or a once-in-a-lifetime experience.”

Luxury, Your Way: Agoda Explores How the Stay Can Shape the Trip PR Newswire

Growing affluence and interest in dining, wellness and culture create opportunities for hotels across the region

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