A study focused on travellers’ preference for hotel breakfast has led Agoda to discover that those from Taiwan were most in favour of a hearty way to start the day.
The two-month-long study draws on hotel booking data taken between May and June of travellers from Taiwan, Vietnam, India, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea, Japan, and Malaysia.
Forty-six per cent of travellers from Taiwan opted for inclusive breakfast, followed closely by those from Vietnam (43 per cent), and Indian (42 per cent).
On the other end, South Korea (29 per cent), Japan (27 per cent) and Malaysia (23 per cent) markets ranked eighth, ninth and 10th respectively on the breakfast requirement popularity table.
When comparing domestic with overseas travel, Agoda noticed that travellers taking an international trip were more likely to opt for comfort and peace of mind – 37 per cent of international travellers would select the ‘breakfast included’ option on Agoda, compared to 31 per cent of those who stay within country borders.
Agoda data also identified destinations where customers were most likely to opt in for breakfast – Vietnam took pole position, followed by Taiwan and the Philippines. Appetite for inclusive breakfast buffets was smaller in Japan, Malaysia, and Singapore, with South Korea at the bottom end of the ranking.
“There are lots of factors at play to determine the popularity of including breakfast when booking accommodation,” said Enric Casals, regional vice-president South-east Asia and Oceania at Agoda.
“It’s often the flexibility to decide last-minute depending on your plans during the trip, but it’s well worth noting that if you do plan to start the day with a meal, it’s often most economical to include it during the booking.”
He added that customers holding VIP Platinum status automatically qualifies for complimentary breakfast at many accommodation suppliers.
Sunway Resort Hotel has revealed the latest phase of its transformation, which is part of its most extensive renovation in its 25-year history. Works that started in 2020 are said to come with a price tag of US$60 million.
The next-stage transformation will see the creation of fresh facilities and accommodation tailored to the needs of families.
The line up of new facilities include outdoor splash zone Waterventure, which features shallow pools and a water playground to keep children occupied while parents chill out on the sun loungers. This will join the revamped tropical freeform swimming pool.
Also new will be the Wonderland Explorers kids’ club, which will offer activities, interactive games, quiet corners and technology rooms. Young guests can learn about science and sustainability as they play.
Sunway Resort Hotel will also mark out family rooms in its accommodation inventory. These units are perfect for two adults and two children, and come with kids’ bathroom amenities, bathrobes and slippers.
The Waterventure Terrace rooms offer direct access to Waterventure, while the Family Terrace rooms enjoy a larger space, connecting room options, and a view of the pool.
The Family Fun Suites come fully equipped with a separate entertainment zone including karaoke, gaming consoles, big screen entertainment and complimentary kids’ treats, as well as daily breakfast at the Sunset Terrace, which includes a dedicated children’s buffet area.
Families can also get together for a complimentary afternoon tea at the Premium Leisure Lounge.
“Sunway City Kuala Lumpur is Asia’s premier integrated resort and these latest facilities will reaffirm our status as a leading destination for families. We look forward to welcoming all guests to the new-look Sunway Resort Hotel and helping families create lifelong memories,” said Alex Castaldi, senior general manager of Sunway City Kuala Lumpur Hotels.