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Henley & Partners:護照差距擴大,重塑 2026 年全球流動性格局

倫敦2026年1月13日 /美通社/ -- 隨著 Henley Passport Index 邁入 20 週年,2026 年最新公佈的指數揭示,全球流動性最高與最低的人口之間,鴻溝正日益擴大。該指數依據國際航空運輸協會(IATA)的獨家 Timatic 數據,按持有人無需預先簽證即可進入的目的地數量,對全球所有護照進行排名。儘管現時位列榜首的護照數量創下新高,但排名榜末的護照卻日益孤立,凸顯全球流動性差距不斷加劇。 新加坡成功衛冕「全球最強護照」地位,享有 192 個目的地的免簽證待遇。相反,阿富汗再次敬陪末座,僅獲 24 個目的地免簽。兩者相差 168 個目的地,反映了 2026 年全球流動性不平等的程度——與 2006 年相比,差距驚人地擴大;當時排名首位的美國與阿富汗之間僅相差 118 個目的地。 「過去 20 年,全球流動性雖顯著擴展,但利益分配不均,」Henley & Partners 主席 Christian H. Kaelin 博士指出,「今時今日,護照特權在塑造機遇、安全和經濟參與度方面,起著決定性作用。」 即使國際旅遊需求持續增長,這種失衡現象仍在加劇。IATA 預測,今年航空公司將接載全球超過 52 億人次乘客。 「預計 2026 年外遊人數將創歷史新高,」IATA 總幹事 Willie Walsh 表示,「然而,隨著多國政府收緊邊境,決策者不應忽視數碼身分及數碼護照等技術進步。便捷旅遊與邊境安全是可以並存的。」 英國錄得最大按年跌幅,美國重返十大 日本及韓國於 2026 年並列第二,各享 188 個免簽目的地。丹麥、盧森堡、西班牙、瑞典及瑞士緊隨其後,並列第三(186 個目的地);隨後更有史無前例地多達 10 個歐洲國家並列第四。 歐洲繼續主導排名上游位置,值得注意的例外包括阿聯酋(第 5 位)、紐西蘭(第 6 位)澳洲(第 7 位)、加拿大(第 8 位)及馬來西亞(第 9 位)。 美國在 2025 年底短暫跌出十大後,現重返第 10 位;但此回升掩蓋了美國及英國(2014 年曾並列榜首)的長期跌勢。過去一年,英美兩國的免簽待遇均錄得歷來最大年度跌幅,分別減少了 7 個及 8 個目的地。過去 20 年間,美國排名累計下跌 6 位至第 10 位,英國則下跌 4 位至第 7 位。 「護照實力最終反映的是政治穩定性、外交公信力及制定國際規則的能力,」獲獎記者兼維也納人文科學研究所所長 Misha Glenny 表示,「隨著跨大西洋關係緊繃、國內政局越趨波動,美英等國的流動權利遭到削弱,這與其說是技術異常,不如說是地緣政治深度重整的訊號。」 數十年升跌幅最大國家 阿聯酋是過去 20 年 Henley Passport Index 表現最強勁的國家。受惠於持續的外交互動及簽證放寬政策,該國自 2006 年以來新增了 149 個免簽目的地,全球排名躍升 57 位至第 5 位,現享有 184 個目的地的免簽證待遇。 西巴爾幹及東歐國家亦取得顯著進展,由阿爾巴尼亞(上升 36 位至第 43 位)、烏克蘭(上升 34 位至第 30 位)、塞爾維亞(上升 30 位至第 34 位)及北馬其頓(上升 27 位至第 38 位)領跑。 玻利維亞是唯一在過去 20 年免簽待遇整體倒退的國家,排名下跌 32 位,於 2026 年位列第 61 位。 若僅看過去十年,科索沃錄得最大升幅,攀升 38 位;中國則上升 28 位。兩國目前並列指數第 59 位,享有 81 個目的地的免簽待遇。 開放邊境與緊閉大門 儘管美國護照持有人享有 179 個目的地的免簽待遇,但美國僅允許 46 個國籍人士免簽入境,在 Henley Openness Index 中排名全球第 78 位,這是全球外遊流動性與入境准入之間差距最大的國家之一。 相比之下,中國在過去兩年新增逾 40 個免簽國後,現已允許 77 個國籍人士免簽入境,排名第 62 位。 「全球權力平衡正出現明顯轉移,標誌是中國重啟開放,而美國則退守民族主義,」Grant Thornton China 合夥人 https://www.henleyglobal.com/publications/global-mobility-report/2026-january/shifting-influence-chinas-openness-vs-americas-nationalismTim Klatte 博士表示,「隨著各國日益透過流動性爭奪影響力,開放度正成為軟實力的關鍵一環。」 委託進行的 Henley Global Mobility Report 2026  分析警告,美國海關及邊境保護局於 2025 年底提出的一項建議,可能實際上終結免簽計劃下的免簽旅遊。42 個盟國的公民可能需提交廣泛的個人、生物特徵及數碼數據,措施最快可能於 2 月實施。 大西洋理事會非常駐高級研究員 Greg Lindsay 警告:「這種程度的數據收集使實時意識形態審查成為可能,並帶來個人資料可能被分享、重新利用或武器化的風險。」 這些建議是在現代歷史上規模最大的一次美國旅遊禁令同步擴展之後提出的。自 2026 年 1 月 1 日起,全面或部分入境限制現已適用於 39 個國家。 隨著風險管理成為優先事項,流動性規劃加速 對額外居留權及公民身分權利的需求持續上升。2025 年,Henley & Partners 接獲來自 100 個國籍的申請,整體數量按年增長 28%。美國現已成為該行最大的客戶市場。 「在持續的政治動盪中,美國人繼續爭相尋求替代居留權及公民身分,」天普大學法學院教授 Peter J. Spiro 表示,「這曾經被視為極端的應急措施,現已成為風險管理的主流形式。」 查看完整新聞稿  

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Henley & Partners: A Growing Passport Divide Reshapes Global Mobility in 2026

LONDON, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking two decades since its inception, the Henley Passport Index 2026 reveals a widening divide between the world's most and least mobile populations. Based on exclusive Timatic data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the index ranks all global passports by the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa. While a record number of passports now cluster at the top of the rankings, those at the bottom remain increasingly isolated, underscoring a growing global mobility gap. Singapore retains its position as the world's most powerful passport, offering visa-free access to 192 destinations. At the opposite end, Afghanistan once again ranks last, with access to just 24 destinations. The resulting 168-destination gap illustrates the scale of global mobility inequality in 2026 — a dramatic widening since 2006, when the difference between the then top-ranking US passport and Afghanistan was only 118 destinations. "Over the past 20 years, global mobility has expanded significantly, but the benefits have been distributed unevenly," says Dr. Christian H. Kaelin, Chairman at Henley & Partners. "Today, passport privilege plays a decisive role in shaping opportunity, security, and economic participation." This imbalance is intensifying even as international travel demand continues to grow. IATA forecasts that airlines will carry more than 5.2 billion passengers globally this year. "A record number of people are expected to travel in 2026," says IATA Director General Willie Walsh. "But as many governments look to tighten their borders, technological advances such as digital ID and digital passports should not be overlooked by policymakers. Convenient travel and secure borders are possible." UK Records the Steepest Year-on-Year Losses, US Back in the Top 10 Japan and South Korea rank joint 2nd in 2026, each offering visa-free access to 188 destinations. Denmark, Luxembourg, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland follow in 3rd place with access to 186 destinations, ahead of an unprecedented group of 10 European countries tied for 4th. Europe continues to dominate the upper tiers, with notable exceptions including UAE (5th), New Zealand (6th), Australia (7th), Canada (8th), and Malaysia (9th). The US has returned to the Top 10 after briefly dropping out in late 2025, but this recovery masks a longer-term decline for both the US and the UK, which jointly held 1st place in 2014. Over the past year, both countries recorded their steepest annual losses in visa-free access, shedding seven and eight destinations respectively. Over the past two decades, the US has fallen six places to 10th, while the UK has dropped four places to 7th. "Passport power ultimately reflects political stability, diplomatic credibility, and the ability to shape international rules," says Misha Glenny, award-winning journalist and Rector of the Institute for Human Sciences in Vienna. "As transatlantic relations strain and domestic politics grow more volatile, the erosion of mobility rights for countries like the US and UK is less a technical anomaly than a signal of deeper geopolitical recalibration." Biggest Risers and Fallers Over the Decades The UAE stands out as the strongest performer on the Henley Passport Index over the past 20 years, adding 149 visa-free destinations since 2006 and climbing 57 places to 5th on the rankings with access to 184 destinations visa-free, driven by sustained diplomatic engagement and visa liberalization. Countries across the Western Balkans and Eastern Europe have also made significant gains, led by Albania (+36 to 43rd), Ukraine (+34 to 30th), Serbia (+30 to 34th), and North Macedonia (+27 to 38th). Bolivia is the only country on the index to have seen an overall decline in visa-free access over the past 20 years, falling 32 places to rank 61st in 2026. If we consider just the past decade, Kosovo has recorded the biggest rise, climbing 38 places, while China has risen 28 places, positioning both countries as joint 59th on the index, with access to 81 destinations visa-free. Open Borders, Closed Doors While US passport holders enjoy visa-free access to 179 destinations, America allows only 46 nationalities to enter without a prior visa, ranking 78th globally on the Henley Openness Index — one of the widest gaps worldwide between outbound mobility and inbound access. China, by contrast, now permits visa-free entry to 77 nationalities and ranks 62nd, following the addition of more than 40 countries over the past two years. "There is a visible shift underway in the global balance of power, marked by China's renewed openness and the USA's retreat into nationalism," says Dr. Tim Klatte, Partner at Grant Thornton China. "As countries increasingly compete for influence through mobility, openness is becoming a critical component of soft power." Analysis commissioned for the Henley Global Mobility Report 2026 warns that a late-2025 proposal by US Customs and Border Protection could effectively end visa-free travel under the Visa Waiver Program. Citizens of 42 allied nations may be required to submit extensive personal, biometric, and digital data, with implementation possible as early as February. "This level of data collection enables real-time ideological screening and creates the risk that personal information could be shared, repurposed, or weaponized," warns Greg Lindsay, non-resident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council. These proposals follow the most extensive simultaneous expansion of US travel bans in modern history. From 1 January 2026, full or partial entry restrictions now apply to 39 countries. Mobility Planning Accelerates as Risk Management Becomes a Priority Demand for additional residence and citizenship rights continues to rise. In 2025, Henley & Partners received applications from 100 nationalities, with overall volumes up 28% year-on-year. The US is now the firm's largest client market. "Americans are continuing their scramble for alternative residence and citizenship amid ongoing political turbulence," says Prof. Peter J. Spiro, Professor at Temple University Law School. "What was once seen as an extreme contingency has become a mainstream form of risk management." Read Full Press Release

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Rain 完成 2.5 億美元 C 輪融資,即將為全球企業擴展穩定幣驅動支付基礎設施

此輪融資由 ICONIQ 領投,帶來 Rain 的總融資額超過 3.38 億美元,而該公司估值達 19.5 億美元——在短短 10 個月內,升值超過 17 倍。 這筆新資金協助 Rain 擴大全球合規業務據點,深化平台功能和投資於重新定義全球支付方式的新產品。 紐約2026年1月9日 /美通社/ -- Rain 是企業級穩定幣驅動支付基礎設施公司,今天宣佈已完成由 ICONIQ 領投的 2.5 億美元 C 輪融資。此融資得到 Sapphire Ventures、Dragonfly、Bessemer Venture Partners、Galaxy Ventures、FirstMark、Lightspeed、Norwest 和 Endeavor Catalyst 參與。此輪融資為 Rain 帶來超過 3.38 億美元總融資,公司估值達 19.5 億美元,並距 A 輪融資僅 10 個月,距 B 輪融資僅四個月。 穩定幣已從加密貨幣市場的投機角落,迅速發展為全球最大價值轉移渠道之一。下一個普及階段促使代幣化貨幣成為企業轉移資金和消費者獲得報酬、儲蓄和消費的預設方式。跨越這鴻溝需要基礎設施,這基礎設施除了協助企業轉至鏈上支付軌道的,也同時保留用戶已信任兼熟悉的體驗。然而,Rain 的科技正是為此而設。 Rain 的行政總裁兼聯合創辦人 Farooq Malik 表示:「雖然穩定幣正在迅速成為 21 世紀資金流動方式,但是全球用戶採用則需要正常運作的金融卡與應用程式。去年,雖然我們的活躍金融卡用戶數量增加 30 倍,而年度支付額增加 38 倍,但是我們仍處於起步階段。這筆資金協助我們向新市場推廣基礎設施,並幫助更多企業於各地迅速上線和擴展規模。」 Rain 的端到端支付平台協助多間企業與單一合作夥伴合作,從而推出合規的穩定幣金融卡。這些金融卡可於全部接受 Visa 的地方內使用、提供獎賞、兌換法幣為穩定幣、支援安全錢包和促進支付。現在,Rain 的科技支援超過 200 個家合作夥伴(包括 Western Union、Nuvei 和 KAST ),每年交易超過 30 億美元。這些建基於 Rain 的程式可接觸超過 25 億人,並從日常消費(例如早晨咖啡或機票等)至關鍵業務支出(例如雲端服務和數碼廣告等),支援一切所需。 ICONIQ 合夥人 Kamran Zaki 表示:「我們認為我們正在見證從傳統支付網絡至可程式控制數碼資產基礎設施的轉變,而現在是個短暫空窗期,協助定義企業即將依賴的預設平台。我們認為,Rain 擁有全端科技、監管準備與實際規模的罕見組合。他們致力促使代幣化貨幣成為主流,而非小眾金融實驗。這可能引起大型企業共鳴,並迎合大型企業們從探索到生產階段所需。」 Rain 將利用 C 輪融資,擴大主要授權市場(北美、南美、歐洲、亞洲和非洲等)的業務。因此,合作夥伴可全球無縫地推出合規的解決方案。這筆資金也將協助 Rain 深化全端穩定幣支付平台(包括透過策略收購),並提前投資於創造企業和消費者感到無形兼穩定幣驅動支付的新產品。 在 Rain 的 C 輪融資中,Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz 擔任法律顧問。 關於 Rain:Rain 是全球穩定幣支付平台,專為企業、虛擬銀行、平台與開發者而設。該公司的科技協助合作夥伴透過全球支付卡、獎賞、出/入金融渠道、錢包和跨境支付渠道,即時合規地轉移、儲存和使用穩定幣。由於 Rain 已成為 Visa 的主要成員,所以其公司發行的金融卡可於任何接受 Visa 的地方內使用,支援超過 150 個國家/地區的數百萬筆交易。Rain 專為穩定幣原生構建,並得到全球超過 200 個組織信賴。該公司提供安全兼可擴展的基礎設施,協助全球自由兼即時資金活動。如欲了解更多,請瀏覽 https://www.rain.xyz/。 關於 ICONIQ:ICONIQ 是全球投資公司,致力透過特別群體,創造機會。我們的企業與成長型投資平台,攜手高瞻遠矚兼帶領產業未來的人士,實現非凡成果。我們憑藉我們特別群體的見解與連結,而支援自身投資組合公司於每個轉捩點(從創辦到 IPO 及以後)中,取得成功。我們強大產品系列包括 Adyen、Airbnb、Alibaba、Alteryx、Airtable、Anthropic、Automattic、BambooHR、Braze、Canva、Chime、Coupa、Databricks、Datadog、DeepL、ElevenLabs、Figma、Gitlab、Glean、Groww、Netskope、Procore、ServiceTitan、Sierra、Snowflake、Writer、Zoom 和 1Password 等。如欲查看更多資料,請瀏覽 https://www.iconiqcapital.com/growth。 傳媒聯絡:Lucas PiazzaRain 市場總監lucas@rain.xyz 

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Rain Raises $250M Series C to Scale Stablecoin-Powered Payments Infrastructure for Global Enterprises

Led by ICONIQ, the round brings Rain's total funding to over $338M and values the company at $1.95B — up more than 17x in just 10 months The new funding enables Rain to scale its global, compliant footprint, deepen platform capabilities, and invest in new products that redefine how payments work worldwide NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rain, the enterprise-grade infrastructure for stablecoin-powered payments, today announced a $250 million Series C funding round led by ICONIQ, with participation from Sapphire Ventures, Dragonfly, Bessemer Venture Partners, Galaxy Ventures, FirstMark, Lightspeed, Norwest, and Endeavor Catalyst. The round values Rain at $1.95 billion, brings the company's total funding to over $338 million, and comes just four months after its Series B and 10 months after its Series A. Stablecoins have rapidly evolved from a speculative corner of crypto markets into one of the largest value-transfer rails in the world. The next phase of adoption is about making tokenized money the default way that businesses move funds and consumers get paid, save, and spend. Crossing that chasm requires infrastructure that lets enterprises shift to onchain payment rails while preserving the familiar experiences their users already trust. Rain's technology is built to do exactly that. "Stablecoins are quickly becoming the way money moves in the 21st century, but adoption by users worldwide requires cards and apps that just work," said Farooq Malik, CEO & Co-founder of Rain. "In the last year, our active card base has increased 30x and our annualized payment volume has increased 38x, but we're still in the early innings. This funding lets us bring that infrastructure to new markets and help additional enterprises go live and scale quickly everywhere." Rain's end-to-end payments platform allows companies to work with a single partner to launch compliant stablecoin cards that work everywhere Visa is accepted, offer rewards, convert fiat into stablecoins, power secure wallets, and facilitate payouts. Today, Rain's technology facilitates more than $3B in annualized transactions for over 200 partners, including Western Union, Nuvei, and KAST. Programs built on Rain can reach over 2.5 billion people and power everything from everyday consumer purchases like a morning coffee or airline tickets, to critical business expenses such as cloud services and digital advertising. "We believe we're witnessing a shift from legacy payment networks to programmable digital-asset infrastructure, and there is a brief window to help define the default platform enterprises will rely on," said Kamran Zaki, Partner at ICONIQ. "In our view, Rain has a rare combination of full-stack technology, regulatory readiness, and real-world scale. Their focus on making tokenized money mainstream, rather than a niche financial experiment, may resonate and align with what large enterprises are looking for as they move from exploration to production." Rain will use the Series C capital to expand its presence in key licensed markets across North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa, so partners can seamlessly launch compliant solutions around the world. The funding will also enable Rain to deepen its full-stack stablecoin payments platform, including through strategic acquisitions, and to invest ahead of the curve in new products that make stablecoin-powered payments feel invisible to businesses and consumers. Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz served as legal advisor to Rain on its Series C financing. About Rain: Rain is the global stablecoin payments platform for enterprises, neobanks, platforms, and developers. Its technology allows partners to move, store, and use stablecoins instantly and compliantly through global payment cards, rewards, on/offramps, wallets, and cross-border rails. As a Visa Principal Member, Rain issues cards that work anywhere Visa is accepted, powering millions of purchases in over 150 countries. Built natively for stablecoins and trusted by more than 200 organizations worldwide, Rain delivers secure, scalable infrastructure that makes money move freely and instantly around the world. Learn more at https://www.rain.xyz/. About ICONIQ: ICONIQ is a global investment firm catalyzing opportunity through extraordinary community. Our venture and growth investment platform partners with visionaries defining the future of their industries to achieve uncommon outcomes. Drawing on the insights and connectivity of our extraordinary community, we support our portfolio companies' success at every inflection point, from inception to IPO and beyond. Our robust portfolio includes Adyen, Airbnb, Alibaba, Alteryx, Airtable, Anthropic, Automattic, BambooHR, Braze, Canva, Chime, Coupa, Databricks, Datadog, DeepL, ElevenLabs, Figma, Gitlab, Glean, Groww, Netskope, Procore, ServiceTitan, Sierra, Snowflake, Writer, Zoom and 1Password, among others. For more information visit https://www.iconiqcapital.com/growth. Media Contact:Lucas PiazzaMarketing Lead, Rainlucas@rain.xyz 

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Post-Marathon Spending Surge in Sanya Signals the Rise of the "Racecation"

SANYA, China, Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hainan (Sanya) Marathon, held over the last weekend of 2025, marked the inaugural Class A-certified event sanctioned by the China Athletics Association (CAA) since the commencement of operations in the Hainan Free Trade Port (Hainan FTP) under its independent customs and trade regulations. Hainan FTP's advantages in easier visa access, air connectivity, duty-free trade, and international mobility were reflected in strong participation and on-the-ground activity. The marathon boosted local tourism, dining, and accommodation, with hotel occupancy reaching 92% and commercial spending along the course rising by about 35%. Yang Yong, General Manager of Events and Commercialization at event partner Orange Lion Sports (formerly Alibaba Sports), said organizers drew on resources across the Alibaba ecosystem - including Taobao, Fliggy, Alibaba Health, Ant Chain, and Amap - to broaden the event's reach and connect more effectively with domestic and international running audiences, encouraging greater participation in event-related spending. Hainan FTP offers visa-free entry to citizens of 86 countries, and its international air network links 25 destinations across Asia and Europe, further improving accessibility for international participants. Under the new customs and trade framework, the list of items eligible for duty-free import expanded from 1,900 to over 6,600, allowing previously duty-bound race equipment and supplies to be brought in tax-free, which helped significantly reduce event costs. According to the organizers, the expanded list lowered procurement expenses for timing systems, professional supplies, and audio equipment. The resulting savings were reinvested in operations, runner services, and marketing, enhancing overall quality and reach, while also strengthening commercial appeal and attracting more sponsors and partners. The marathon's impact extended beyond race weekend. Fliggy data show hotel bookings rising steadily since late October, with partner hotels maintaining this upward trend during the event. Coinciding with the first New Year and Spring Festival holiday under the new customs arrangements, the event further stimulated consumer spending. According to the Sanya Bureau of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports, the city welcomed 650,800 visitors during the 2026 New Year holiday, generating RMB 1.299 billion in tourism spending. The combined momentum of the event and holiday travel contributed to a notable increase in overall market activity. The success of the Hainan (Sanya) Marathon demonstrates how major sporting events now bridge tourism, hospitality, and international spending.

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2025 International Travel Overview: Agoda Unveils the Ranking of Top Overseas Destinations Among South Korean Travelers

- South Korean travelers continued to favor short-haul destinations, with Japan taking the top three spots, followed by Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, and Taiwan. SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Overseas travel from South Korea continues to rebound at a rapid pace. According to the Korea Tourism Organization and Incheon International Airport Corporation, both the number of South Koreans traveling abroad between January and October 2025 (24,335,383 people), and the number of international flight operations (349,919 flights) increased by 3.2% year-on-year. Insights from digital travel platform Agoda echo this momentum, with interest in international travel from South Korean travelers increasing by 15% in 2025 compared to 2024. Reflecting this growing demand, Agoda has revealed a list of the top 10 international destinations favored by South Korean travelers in 2025, based on accommodation search data. Tokyo (Japan) ranked first, followed by Fukuoka (Japan) and Osaka (Japan) in the top three rankings, underscoring Japan's continued appeal. According to the Japan National Tourism Organization, 7.66 million South Koreans visited Japan between January and October 2025 – a 6.4% increase from the previous year. Nha Trang (Vietnam), Bali (Indonesia), Da Nang (Vietnam), Bangkok (Thailand), Sapporo (Japan), Taipei (Taiwan), and Phu Quoc (Vietnam) rounded out the top ten, highlighting continued interest in short-haul destinations. Vietnam, in particular, gained traction throughout the year, with multiple coastal and island destinations making the list. Phu Quoc, often referred to as the "Maldives of Vietnam," recorded the highest year-on-year growth in travel interest (+63%), climbing six places and entering the top 10 in 2025. As the only destination in Vietnam offering visa-free entry to all international travelers for up to 30 days, combined with its striking natural landscapes such as Sao Beach, Kem Beach, and eco-tourism sites like Phu Quoc National Park, the island continues to attract an increasing number of South Korean travelers. Looking ahead, this demand is expected to continue. According to Agoda's 2026 Travel Outlook Report, 39% of South Korean travelers said that they plan to travel primarily overseas this year, 15 percentage points higher than the Asian regional average of 24%. Jay Lee, Regional Director, North Asia at Agoda, said, "Despite the elevated exchange rate, South Korean travelers continue to demonstrate strong demand for international exploration, and we expect this momentum to carry throughout the year. From ever-popular Japanese cities to fast-rising destinations in Vietnam, we're seeing sustained interest in both cultural immersion and relaxing escapes. To support this, Agoda remains committed to offering a wide range of flights, accommodations, and activities to help travelers reach the destinations they aspire to visit." Travelers planning their 2026 holiday trips can enjoy Agoda's offerings of over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all easily combined in a single booking. Discover the best deals on Agoda's mobile app and visit Agoda.com for more information.

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