A new travel trend is emerging across Asia, known as "skip-gen" travel, where grandparents and grandchildren embark on trips together, leaving parents at home. This trend is driven by active retirees and the increasing ease of digital booking for older travellers. Agoda has identified several destinations ideal for this type of travel, offering cultural depth and suitable accommodation for mixed-age groups.

Kanazawa in Japan offers a samurai-era charm with its preserved geisha districts and tranquil gardens, making it a perfect spot for leisurely exploration. In Korea, Gyeongju, once the capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom, provides a flat, park-like layout ideal for walking or cycling, alongside attractions like the Gyeongju World amusement park.

Mysore in India combines grandeur with a gentle pace, featuring the opulent Mysore Palace and the serene Karanji Lake Nature Park. Meanwhile, Lijiang in China, with its UNESCO-listed Old Town and the nearby Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, offers a picturesque setting with minimal physical exertion required.

Ninh Binh in Vietnam presents dramatic limestone karsts and rice paddies, accessible via gentle sampan boat rides, whilst Tainan in Taiwan offers historic districts and night markets that are easy to explore at a relaxed pace.

Jay Lee, Regional Director North Asia at Agoda, noted, “Skip-gen travel taps into something culturally specific to Asia, with grandparent-grandchild bonds often carrying a different and special kind of warmth.” Agoda's August Mega Sale offers up to 60% off hotel bookings, making it easier for families to find suitable accommodations for these multigenerational trips.

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