Fancy your own private villa? Or waking up in a quirky themed apartment? Or standing in your own kitchen and seeing a mountain view you’ve never seen before? From quirky to luxurious, homestays and other non-hotel accommodation options are becoming more popular than ever with travelers around the world. Our latest Tech & Travel Study reveals the motivations behind this global trend.

Since the advent of the smartphone and social media, we have become constantly switched on. So much so, there is even a term for this addiction: nomophobia, the fear of losing access to our mobile phones.

With numerous studies praising the health benefits of going offline (as well as the negative effects of spending too much time on our smartphones!), it’s little wonder that when travelers want to switch off, they really want to switch off.

Bali is often the first thing that comes to mind when travelers think of Indonesia. But did you know that Indonesia has the 2nd highest number of islands in the world? There’re many more hidden gems yet to be discovered by travelers.

Need a few ideas on where to start?

Travelers are increasingly becoming eco-conscious – according to Agoda’s Tech and Travel Study, 58% of travelers prefer eco-friendly properties and 40% are willing to spend an extra $10 a night for the privilege. Contrary to popular misconceptions about sustainability, eco-friendly travel doesn’t mean you need to skimp on luxury – here are 6 properties in Asia that prove green and luxury can go hand-in-hand:

With over 17,500 islands, Indonesia has something for everyone:  busy cities, vibrant culture, laid-back beaches and tranquil mountains.  Here are five breathtaking views you can enjoy from your hotel room.

Fancy spending a night in a prison cell, shipping container, cave or Tim Burton-style treehouse? These wonderful and wacky (and sometimes just plain weird) properties are tourist attractions in their own right.

You’ve finally made it! You’ve turned in your final papers and exams, walked that stage, and celebrated with friends and family. And now, with all that graduation money in hand, you are looking for the best graduation trips and ways to spend your summer before entering the real world. What better way to celebrate this milestone in your life than by exercising your newfound freedom in a new, exotic location far from home? But where should you go on your graduation trip? If you are like most graduates, you don’t have a job lined up just yet and you may even be saddled with impending student loan payments, so you’d like to keep a reasonable budget. So keeping money in mind, here are the top 10 summer destinations to visit after graduation.

A landlocked country in southern Africa, Zambia is emerging as a premier travel destination for its stunning, unspoiled landscapes and friendly atmosphere. Some of the best places to visit in Zambia include the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, as well as an array of national parks, landmarks and attractions. From beautiful Kafue National Park to historic sites like Shiwa Ngandu, Zambia offers a diverse range of travel opportunities to complete a vacation in Africa.

Vietnamese food rates right up there with some of the best in the world. To have a full foodie experience, though, you need to visit each region. While most areas serve cuisine known by the same name throughout the country, each province has its own unique flavors and preparation style. So, don’t assume that once you’ve been to one city in Vietnam, that you’ve seen – and tasted – it all! Discover the differences, and make a list, because if you’re traveling to this gastronomic paradise, you’ve got A LOT of eating to do!

Some of the best wine tasting tours in the world include scenic walks through vineyards, grape-stomping experiences, and of course, sampling wine! Learn how to properly appreciate Chianti while touring a castle in Tuscany, or pour a glass of Bordeaux in a château in France. Wine is a beautiful thing and so are the regions in which it is grown, so pop the cork, and make a toast to your next (or first) wine tasting tour!

AGODA EXTRA: Wine can be made from a variety of grape species and fruits, but the most commonly used grape is Vitis vinifera. On average, a cluster contains 75 grapes, and that’s about what it takes to produce one glass of wine. One grape vine, consequently, produces about 10 bottles of wine, and a vineyard with 400 vines will harvest about five tons (10,000 pounds) of grapes each growing season. Cheers!