JAKARTA - Bali topped the search for destinations, as winter arrives with travelers looking for warmer areas with sunlight, outperforming destinations in Brazil to Thailand.
The Island of the Gods is the most searched destination, in a winter 2022 update issued by Airbnb last November, quoted by The National News December 10.
More specifically, Kuta, located in the southwestern region of the island, is the most sought after by Airbnb users around the world.
Having sunlight all year round, makes Kuta the ideal winter escape. This area is famous for its surfing location in the Indian Ocean, to its life pulse which seems to have never stopped, attracting tourists from various parts of the world.
Malaysia's largest city ranks second on the top 10 list. Kuala Lumpur attracts tourists looking for a mix of modernity and traditions that have made the city a strong favorite in Southeast Asian travel plans.
Complementing the top three is Brazil's Ipanema. Famous for its same-name beaches, the bustling Rio de Janeiro region offers a mix of diverse cultures, stunning views of the Morro Dois Irmaos hill, epic sunsets, and shady streets filled with Bossa Nova play bars. The city is also famous for its epic New Year celebrations on the beach.
Beyond the top three, Asian destinations dominate the list, with places in Thailand and Singapore also ranking in the top 10.
Meanwhile, Australia's major cities are also popular, while Malaga in Spain is the only European destination coveted by Airbnb users this winter.
Apart from destinations, tourists are also interested in planning trips that include unique stay areas. The top five categories ordered this winter are properties with extraordinary pools, tropical lodging, accommodation in national parks, to beachside'sembaga'.
Having the right facilities is also very important, with tourists searching for lodging with swimming pools, Wi-Fi, kitchens, Jacuzzi and free parking.
As part of its winter update, Airbnb also announced that it would add new accommodation categories to the site.
Tourists can search for an 'new' place, meaning the venue has been added to the site in the past 10 weeks, or a 'tren' for lists seen more than the previous week.
This coveted phenomenal scene can see in the new 'world peak' category, to find a place to stay located 3,000 meters above sea level, and any traveler requiring additional access can look for a 'adjusted' property category.
The 'game' category includes unique properties with fun facilities such as mini golf courses, water slides, or basketball courts. Meanwhile, tourists looking for Korean culture can use the recently introduced 'Hanok' category to order a night at a traditional Korean house.
The 10 Most Wanted Airbnb Winter Destinations in 2022
1. Kuta, Indonesia
2. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
3. Ipanema, Brazil
4. Angra dos Reis, Brazil
5. Bangkok, Thailand
6. Sydney, Australia
7. Singapore, Singapore
8. Malaga, Spain
9. Melbourne, Australia
10. Pattaya City, Thailand
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