Siargao is a top choice for slow travel in the Philippines, as per a booking platform.

Slow travel, the art of immersing oneself in a destination rather than rushing through multiple stops, is gaining popularity. Agoda, recognizing this trend, analyzed booking data from January to March in eight Asian markets, including the Philippines, to identify top destinations for this style of travel.

Khao Lak in Thailand emerged as the destination with the longest average stay, followed by Seoul, Perhentian Islands, and Tokyo. Siargao claimed the fifth spot, making it the Philippines' leading destination for slow travel. Other destinations on the list included Pekanbaru, Ho Chi Minh City, and Ahmedabad.

Siargao, renowned as the surfing capital of the Philippines, stood out as the top choice for slow travel among Agoda's Filipino users, followed by Puerto Galera and Davao City. Internationally, Seoul in South Korea attracted the most time from Filipino travelers.

Mike Hwang, Agoda's country director for the Philippines, noted, "It's easy to understand why slow travel is one of the most fascinating travel trends right now. In today's fast-paced world, many travelers will recognize the desire to use their holiday to disconnect from day-to-day life and form a deeper connection with the people and places they visit."