Agoda Highlights Cool-Climate Destinations Across Asia Pacific for Summer Travelers

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From New Zealand's winter landscapes to Malaysia's highlands, the travel platform recommends refreshing escapes from the summer heat

As temperatures climb across Europe and Asia, Agoda is encouraging travelers to head for cooler destinations across the Asia-Pacific region. The digital travel platform has curated a selection of destinations offering milder weather and distinctive experiences, ranging from New Zealand's snow-covered mountains to the highland retreats of Malaysia.

Winter escapes in New Zealand and Australia

In New Zealand, Agoda recommends Queenstown and Wellington as ideal destinations for travelers seeking cooler temperatures. Queenstown offers an alpine winter setting with temperatures ranging from 9°C to -2°C during July and August, making it a popular choice for skiing and outdoor activities. Wellington combines temperatures between 14°C and 7°C with cultural attractions and coastal scenery.

Australia also features prominently in the selection. Melbourne offers a refreshing city break with cool weather, a vibrant arts scene and renowned dining experiences, while Hobart, Tasmania's historic waterfront city, provides easy access to spectacular wilderness landscapes with temperatures ranging from 11°C to 3°C.

From Hokkaido to the Highlands

In Japan, Agoda highlights Sapporo and Hakodate on the northern island of Hokkaido, where summer temperatures between 22°C and 17°C provide welcome relief from the heat. Visitors can explore lavender fields, fresh seafood and panoramic mountain scenery.

Malaysia's Cameron Highlands and Genting Highlands offer similarly pleasant conditions, with temperatures between 25°C and 15°C. The cooler climate makes the region ideal for visiting tea plantations, mountain resorts and nature attractions.

For travelers considering India, Agoda recommends the hill stations of Manali and Shimla. Both destinations combine scenic mountain landscapes with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 15°C, offering an attractive alternative to the summer heat in lower-lying regions.

One platform for accommodation, flights and activities

"As temperatures soar this summer, Agoda is your ticket to finding the perfect destination to cool off. Whether you're hitting the slopes in Queenstown or enjoying the crisp mountain breeze in the Cameron Highlands, we're here to help you escape the heat and discover the region's most refreshing retreats, with accommodations, flights and activities you can book seamlessly in one platform," says Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda.

According to the company, travelers can choose from more than six million accommodation options, over 300,000 activities and more than 130,000 flight routes, all of which can be booked together through Agoda's platform.