We continue to love traveling despite the challenges the industry has faced the past two years as travel optimism and hopes for recovery remain high. Travel platform Booking.com announces 2022’s Most Welcoming Places, based upon more than 232 million verified reviews submitted by travelers across the globe.
Earlier today, Booking.com announced it has received the Traveller Review Awards for its Most Welcoming Regions in India. Once again, Kerala has been ranked first among India’s ‘Most Welcoming Regions’ followed by Goa and Puducherry. The top five ‘Most Welcoming Cities’ in India are Palolem, Agonda, Mararikulam, Thekkady and Varkala. In addition to hotels, homestays, resorts, guesthouses, and apartments are the most popular types of accommodation in India.
Goa ranks first on OYO Travelopedia’s list of the top bucket list destinations in 2022, followed by Dubai, Shimla, Manali, and Kerala. Additionally to Paris, Switzerland, Bali, and the Maldives, Indians also like Switzerland, Bali, and the Maldives. Travel is on the rise, but with caution, according to a recent survey. Additionally, 85% of respondents said that booster vaccines would reassure them when traveling.
From iconic architectural wonders to pristine natural beauty, the 2022 Most Welcoming Places on Earth span the globe and offer travellers a range of memorable travel experiences. The 2022 Most Welcoming Regions on Earth include Gorenjska (Slovenia) followed by Taitung County (Taiwan) and Tasmania (Australia).
Booking.com also revealed the top 3 Most Welcoming Cities on Earth which include Matera (Italy), Bled (Slovenia), and Taitung City (Taiwan). In terms of places to stay, Italy leads the pack with the most accommodations being recognized with a 2022 award (162,272), followed by Spain (93,130) and France (89,186). India (9062) ranked ahead of Colombia (8082), New Zealand (7355), Taiwan (7350), and Chile (7267).
