Singaporeans are gearing up for international travel in the first quarter of 2026, with China, Japan, and Malaysia emerging as the top destinations, according to Trip.com.
The travel service provider's data reveals that these countries are the most popular choices for Singaporeans, driven by major festive celebrations such as Lunar New Year and Hari Raya Puasa.
Theme parks like Shanghai Disney Resort, Universal Studios Japan, and Tokyo DisneySEA are particularly favoured.
Trip.com's General Manager Edmund Ong noted, "The first quarter of 2026 brings major festive celebrations. Boosted by the multiple family-centric holidays and favourable exchange rates, China, Japan, and Malaysia have emerged as the top destinations for Singaporean travellers."
Mid-haul journeys preferred
Mid-haul flights, covering distances between 2,000 km and 5,000 km, account for 50 percent of all bookings, highlighting a preference for destinations like Tokyo, Taipei, and Seoul.
On the other hand, short-haul flights make up 32 percent of bookings, whilst long-haul flights constitute 18 percent.
Bangkok, Tokyo, and Kuala Lumpur are the top international cities for Singaporean travellers.
Meanwhile, theme parks remain a significant draw, with four out of five top attractions booked being major theme parks across the Asia Pacific region.
Trip.com continues to expand its offerings, now providing over 300,000 bookable activities and experiences worldwide.
Recent partnerships with Live Nation and DreamUs aim to enhance concert travel and attraction offerings, reinforcing Trip.com's position as a leading travel platform.
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