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The holiday season in Hong Kong every year is from July to August. It is also the best time for family travel. Preparing family travel often requires more consideration than traveling alone, not only in terms of travel destinations, but also accommodation packages and attractions. The booking data covering June to late July from Booking.com, the leading global online booking platform, reveals that Japan, Taiwan and United Kingdom are the most popular destinations by Hong Kong family travelers. In addition, when looking for accommodation, Hong Kong family travelers incline to consider higher-star-ranking hotels providing swimming pool, breakfast and family rooms. In view of this, Booking.com determined and picked a list of accommodations, attractions and travel experiences for family travelers, so that you and your family can have a great journey this summer.

Ranking

The Most Popular Travel Destinations for Hong Kong Family Travelers from July to August in 2019*

1

 Tokyo, Japan

6

 Fukuoka, Japan

2

 Taipei, Taiwan

7

 Nagoya, Japan

3

 Osaka, Japan

8

 Seoul, South Korea

4

 London, UK

9

 Singapore

5

 Bangkok, Thailand

10

 Hong Kong

 

Ranking

The Most Popular Filters Used by Hong Kong Family Travelers When Searching for Accommodation **

1

 Five-Star

2

 Four-Star

3

 Breakfast Included

4

 Swimming Pool

5

 Family Room

Family Room

Tokyo, Japan

In addition to the colorful urban life, there are many attractions for families in Tokyo, including Tokyo Dome City in Bunkyo, which has more than 20 entertainment facilities, including the fastest roller coaster in Tokyo. Tokyo Dome City also have facilities specially designed for children, such as indoor children’s rides, children’s motor games and carousels, and some games such as Ferris wheel and windsurfing space, can be enjoyed by both adults and children.

Where to stay: Located in the Bunkyo area of ​​Tokyo, the Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo is located in a historic Japanese garden with spacious rooms and garden views. The on-site YU The Spa offers aromatherapy oil massages,traditional Japanese hot spring baths, an indoor glass pool and 3 restaurants serving Japanese and multi-national cuisine.

Taipei, Taiwan

Taipei has always been Hong Kong people’s favorite short-haul travel destination, mostly because of its choice of food in the night market, great varieties of products at fair price. Taiwan is also a popular place for both young and old. When it comes to places to go for family travellers, the Taipei Pocket Museum is definitely on the list. The Taipei Pocket Museum is the first museum in Asia to feature a collection of pocket art. There are more than 200 pocket treasures from overseas or local, every piece is carefully crafted and lifelike. The Taipei Pocket Museum is very popular among children. Of course, the Taipei City Zoo is also a great place to visit for family trips. Located in Wenshan District, Taipei City, Taipei Zoo is known as “the largest zoo in Asia”. The animals here have a native living environment, like a virgin forest. At the Taipei Zoo, you can not only see the panda Yuan Yuan and Yuan Zai, but also Asian elephants, Malays, beavers, koalas and other rare animals. There is also a children’s playground and a picnic area in the park. Taipei City Zoo is definitely one of the best choices for a family travel Taipei.

Where to stay: Caesar Park Hotel Banqiao is a popular place to stay for a family travelers in Taipei. The hotel has a rooftop outdoor swimming pool with stunning views for families. Alternatively, there are a number of restaurants on site offering authentic local and Mediterranean cuisine.

Osaka, Japan

With four distinct seasons and warm climate, Osaka is one of the best places to visit. From world-famous cuisine to historic castles, you can have a great time here. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Osaka is one of the family tourists’ attractions in Osaka you can’t miss. The Legoland Discovery Center in Osaka is the second LEGO indoor theme playground in Asia after Tokyo. It has a variety of play areas including large-scale rides, slide discovery center, Lego block racing assembly, and children’s slide area. In addition, Masters Studio, 4D Cinema, 3D interactive shooting games, light meals and LEGO sales areas are also particularly suitable for little LEGO fans.

Where to stay: Konjaku-So Dotonbori Garden SPA Stay, Osaka’s most popular family holiday home, offers a full range of amenities including free WiFi, kitchen, garden and terrace. In addition, the accommodation features a spa bath and a hot tub for the family to soothe the tiredness of the trip.

London, UK

If you have a good budget, London is a great family-travel destination. There are many child-friendly, creative, educational and fun things to do in London. As you may know, U.K. is well known for parks, museums, historical and cultural attractions, enough to keep you and your family occupied and busy for months! Natural History Museum at South Kensington is highly recommended. You can get up-close with nature, discover fascinating creatures like extinguished dinosaurs and intriguing science.

Where to stay: The Kensington Hotel , the luxurious 5 star hotel is located in the heart of South Kensington and only 20 minutes away from the main shopping districts. A very convenient location for museums and lounge areas. Perfect and convenient accommodation if you are looking for a beautifully decorated and elegant British style hotel.

Bangkok, Thailand

Bangkok is a beautiful city that combines Eastern and Western cultures from ancient to today. It retains the sincerity of traditional respect and the creative color. In addition to dazzling temples and spectacular palaces, Bangkok has many great places to explore with your family. One of the largest aquariums in Southeast Asia, Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World is one of them! Not only can you see a wide variety of marine life, but you can also experience 5D movies, boat rides and fish feeding. It is a great place for kids and adults to get closer to the sea world.

Where to stay: The Raweekanlaya Bangkok is housed in a historic building that was built in the residence of the royal tutor of King Rama VI in the late 18th century. The hotel is home to many lush green plants, including a 120-year-old banyan tree. The Raweekanlaya Bangkok offers you a true resort in the urban life.

In addition to the 5 most popular tourist destinations among Hong Kong family travelers mentioned above, there are also many other great sightseeing places in Asia for family travel. Whether you love art or outdoor activities, there is always a place you will like.

Kyoto, Japan

Japan has always been the most popular travel destination among HongKongers. Despite the two popular cities like Tokyo and Osaka, which are famous for crowds and manic city life, Kyoto is an incredible family-friendly destination with plenty of child-friendly attractions.

After its tremendous success in Tokyo’s exhibition, teamLab will turn Kyoto’s World Heritage Site Shimogamo Shrine into a digital art space with interactive installations from17 August to 2 September. This visual feast is an ideal place for family and friends to take good pictures and spend several hours

Where to stay: Centrally located in the real heart of Kyoto with just few minutes’ walk from Kyoto station, Hotel Kanra Kyoto gives you the perfect hybrid of western comfort and Japanese style. Next to few temples in the neighborhood, which allows you to experience the Japanese aesthetic cultural experiences effortlessly.

Yilan, Taiwan

Taiwan society places huge importance on family and particularly, on children. Many attractions and activities are introduced to promote family bonding or geared towards families with children. In this summer, don’t forget “2019 Yilan International Children’ Folklore & Folkgames Festival” if you are travelling to Yilan. The festival aims to provide children and parents with friends to have a fun time based on an everlasting spirit of playfulness and creativity! Be ready to get wet, get fun and get luck!

Where to stay: LAN VILLA is the accommodation for you if you are looking for a home that is close to child-friendly attractions. It has a garden and offers free bikes, allowing you to relax and enjoy the nature. Also, it is only 1.1 km from the Dongshan River Water Park, where the “2019 Yilan International Children’ Folklore & Folkgames Festival” is hosted.

Hanoi, Vietnam

If you want to visit a place that has cultural atmosphere and old town exploring all-in-one, then Hanoi is the right place for you! It is the capital city of Vietnam and is well known for its historical architectures and a rich culture with Chinese, French and Southeast Asian influences. The city offers countless great activities to do and explore with children. From visiting temples and museums, to trying out local street food, it provides endless possibilities for you and family to explore and make memories together. AO Show at Lune Performing Center would be ideal if you are interested in learning more about Vietnamese culture. AO Show is a Vietnamese version of Cirque du Soleil, which promotes traditional Vietnamese culture and passion by art performances.

Where to stay: For those who looking for a historical, luxury hotel to stay, Allegro Hoi An . A Little Luxury Hotel & Spa is the one! It is only 400 m from Japanese Covered Bridge and Assembly Hall of the Cantonese Chinese Congregation and has a year-round outdoor pool. Free shuttle services to the Hoi An Ancient Town and An Bang Beach are also provided for guests.

Sanya, China

Sanya is an awesome place to stay for a quick and easy trip with family. The city is full of luxury hotels and resorts. If your family are fans of outdoor activities, Yanoda Rainforest in Sanya is the place you would like to go visit, you may go for a half day trekking, rock-climbing a waterfall or zip lining. From exploring the nature to water sport adventures, children will enjoy memorable experiences with peers.

Where to stay: The Sanya EDITION features a 20,000 square metre private ocean and various water activities. The hotel has a year-round outdoor pool and spa centre. Nevertheless, the hotel is only 10 minutes’ walk from Duty Free Mall, very close to attractions and the airport. Highly recommend to family who enjoys luxurious style and looking for a convenient stay.

Methodology:

* Definition of Family Travelers: Family travelers were defined as those travelers that indicated that they had at least one child with when entering their accommodation search on Booking.com. Please note that this is a self-reported figure. Because the bookings are as of July 23rd, these results are subject to change due to last minute bookings and cancellations.

** all searches for accommodation between June 01 – July 23rd by travelers from Hong Kong who indicated they were traveling with a child.