{"id":4283,"date":"2018-07-30T10:55:12","date_gmt":"2018-07-30T10:55:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/?p=4283"},"modified":"2018-07-30T11:01:34","modified_gmt":"2018-07-30T11:01:34","slug":"six-great-reasons-why-traveling-with-friends-is-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/six-great-reasons-why-traveling-with-friends-is-better\/","title":{"rendered":"Six great reasons why traveling with friends is better"},"content":{"rendered":"

Agoda<\/a>, one of the fastest-growing online travel agents (OTA), shares six reasons why you should round up your group of friends and book your next holiday adventure together.<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Your friends know your best (and worst) angles<\/b><\/p>\n

If you’re on the hunt for your next great Instagram photo, who’ll be better at capturing your best poses than your friends?\u00a0The London Edition<\/a>\u00a0provides a great photoshoot backdrop, with its blend of modern design and classic European architecture. Located on the edge of the artsy\u00a0London<\/span>\u00a0neighborhood Soho, this glitzy hotel is within walking distance of trendy galleries and restaurants where you’ll find plenty of inspiration for your holiday shots.<\/p>\n

Other Instagram-worthy properties include\u00a0Bali’s<\/span>\u00a0Bambu Indah Hotel<\/a>, a green oasis with breathtaking views of\u00a0Bali’s<\/span>\u00a0rice fields and Ayung River, and\u00a0Malacca’s<\/span>\u00a0The Rucksack Caratel<\/a>, a hip boutique hotel that serves as a hidden green sanctuary in the middle of the city.<\/p>\n

2. Friends help explore your taste for adventure.<\/b><\/p>\n

From the weird to the wonderful, trying new foods with friends is all part of the adventure of travel.\u00a0 Those who dare to test their taste buds should know that April through August is the prime durian season in\u00a0Malaysia<\/span>, where many say the best durians can be found. One of the most controversial foods in the world, its taste will either spark joy or disgust\u00a0— want to find out which side you’ll be on? The Agoda Home\u00a0Vortex KLCC<\/a>\u00a0is located right in the city center of\u00a0Kuala Lumpur<\/span>\u00a0and close to all the shops, restaurants, and food stalls selling durian, of course.<\/span><\/p>\n

Adventurous eaters should also head to\u00a0Osaka<\/span>\u00a0to try out Dotonbori Street’s diverse food options including\u00a0fugu<\/i>, delicious pufferfish that are notorious for the lethal poison they carry in their organs. Don’t worry, Japanese chefs must undergo years of training before they can serve this delicacy! A stone’s throw away is\u00a0Dormy Inn<\/a>, a minimalist boutique hotel with its own on-site onsen.<\/p>\n

The Filipino delicacy\u00a0balut<\/i>, fertilized duck eggs, are certainly not for the faint of heart! The best in the country are in Pateros, a neighborhood in Metro Manila. Within commuting distance is\u00a0Seda Bonifacio Global City<\/a>, which is close to popular shopping spots\u00a0Bonifacio High Street<\/span>\u00a0and Serendra, Market.<\/p>\n

3. Friends are the perfect wing (wo)men for a memorable night out<\/b><\/p>\n

Whether it’s getting you out of trouble or stepping up as the perfect dance partner, friends are key to a fun night out. For the ultimate party holiday, look no further than\u00a0Las Vegas<\/span>\u00a0where you can find some of the best casinos, nightclubs and pool parties in the world.\u00a0The Cosmopolitan of\u00a0Las Vegas<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is located right on the Vegas strip and in the center of all of\u00a0Las Vegas’<\/span>\u00a0main attractions.<\/p>\n

Ho Chi Minh<\/span>\u00a0city is\u00a0Vietnam’s<\/span>\u00a0nightlife capital and offers hundreds of bars and nightclubs to choose from, so you’ll find something to suite your tastes, whether it’s an upscale nightclub or hole-in-the-wall dive bar. Take it easy the morning after at\u00a0Chill Box<\/a>, a cosy homestay in the center of town.<\/p>\n

Spend one night (or two)<\/span>\u00a0checking out\u00a0Bangkok’s<\/span>\u00a0swanky nightclubs, rooftop bars and trendy speakeasies. Agoda Home\u00a0Cape House Serviced Apartment<\/a>\u00a0offers relaxation for when you need some extra TLC after a big night out.<\/p>\n

4. Friends help you stay motivated when you’re getting sporty<\/b><\/p>\n

As another hand on deck or a competitive opponent on the track, friends help you bring out your A-game. Head to\u00a0Philippines’<\/span>\u00a0surfing capitol Siargao, home of the world-famous Cloud 9 wave, and see who can ‘hang ten’ for longer. Stylish\u00a0Soultribe Beach Retreat<\/a>\u00a0offers bungalows right on the beach so you can roll straight from bed and onto the waves.<\/p>\n

Chiang Mai’s<\/span>\u00a0May Taeng River<\/span>\u00a0is the go-to in\u00a0Thailand<\/span>\u00a0for rapids and white-water rafting. Dry off at\u00a09.5 Hotel<\/a>, which is in commuting distance of all the river action.<\/p>\n

Luang Prabang’s meandering mountain trails are best experienced from a mountain bike, or if you’re opting for an easier ride you can cycle along the Mekong River.\u00a0My Dream Boutique Resort<\/a>\u00a0is a scenic spot off the Mekong River where you can take a breather.<\/p>\n

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Photo by Pablo Hermoso from Unsplash.com<\/p><\/div>\n

5.\u00a0<\/b>Wait, you save money traveling with friends?<\/b><\/p>\n

That’s right, from sharing room expenses to splitting costs for taxi rides, traveling with friends means being able to stick to your budget without foregoing all luxuries. What’s more, when you’re in a big group, there’s no reason not to splurge on an entire private property. Agoda Home\u00a0Aquila Nova Retreat\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0is just on the outskirts\u00a0Melbourne<\/span>\u00a0and is a quiet retreat in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges National Park.<\/p>\n

Check out other great Agoda Homes for friend groups like the\u00a0Private Pool Villa by CHATTA<\/a>\u00a0in\u00a0Phuket<\/span>\u00a0or the spacious\u00a0Teega Residence<\/a>\u00a0in Johor Bahru.<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0<\/b>Friends can embolden you to reach new heights<\/b><\/p>\n

They say true friends would do anything for you, even jump out of a plane\u00a0— so if that’s your thing, head to\u00a0Dubai<\/span>\u00a0where sky diving is on offer year-round. Luxury hotel\u00a0Steigenberger Hotel Business Bay<\/a>\u00a0in\u00a0Dubai’s<\/span>\u00a0city-center offers tranquil surroundings that will help calm any pre-jump nerves.<\/p>\n

For those with a sense of adventure but not quite the head for heights, you don’t need to miss out on the fun. You can try out the\u00a0Singapore<\/span>\u00a0iFly instead, where you can experience the thrill of a real free-fall without the distance.<\/span>\u00a0Just around the corner is\u00a0Le Meridien<\/span><\/a>, a modern five-star hotel close to all of\u00a0Singapore’s<\/span>\u00a0main attractions.<\/p>\n

If you want to keep your feet closer to the ground, but still get out of your comfort zone, why not take a leap of faith and give Ba Ho’s cliff jumping a go? Just 45-minutes north of\u00a0Nha Trang<\/span>\u00a0you’ll find several off-the-beaten-path waterfall ponds with varying heights. Those brave enough ought to go for the 12-meter drop! If you’re setting up base in\u00a0Nha Trang<\/span>, you can wake up to pristine ocean views at\u00a0Nha Trang Beach Apartments<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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