Flights to South Korea up to 55% OFF! Now is the 'Chance to Travel' amidst soaring prices, Traveloka to hold '5.5 EPIC SALE' from May 4!

Traveloka, an all-in-one travel tech platform that offers bookings for flights, hotels, activities, airport transfers, and car rentals (Japan subsidiary headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo), will hold its '5.5 EPIC SALE' for a limited period from Monday, May 4, 2026, to Friday, May 8, 2026. This sale offers great deals for various destinations, including trips to South Korea.

■ Popularity of South Korean Travel Remains High. However, 'Soaring Prices' Become a Barrier to Travel

South Korea is a popular travel destination, located approximately 2-3 hours from Japan, offering diverse purposes such as gourmet food, beauty, shopping, and K-POP pilgrimage sites.

However, in recent years, rising fuel costs and exchange rate fluctuations have led to an increase in air ticket prices, creating psychological barriers to what was once 'easy international travel' to South Korea.

While the appeal of South Korean travel continues to grow, many people are hesitant due to rising prices, thinking, 'I want to go, but I'm undecided.'

To meet these needs, Traveloka is holding the limited-time mega-sale '5.5 EPIC SALE'.
We are offering significant discounts on both flights and hotels, encouraging people that 'now is the time to go.'

■ '5.5 EPIC SALE' Overview (Limited Quantity)

Implementation period: Monday, May 4, 2026 - Friday, May 8, 2026

Main benefits:

・Flights to South Korea: Up to 55% OFF coupon

・Flights to destinations other than South Korea: ¥5,500 OFF

・Hotels including 5-star hotels: ¥5,500 OFF

Campaign page: https://www.traveloka.com/ja-jp/promotion/epic-sale

*Please check the campaign special page for details on the terms and conditions for various coupons and discounts.

Now, with prices soaring, this opportunity to book at a discount is an excellent chance.
Please take advantage of Traveloka's '5.5 EPIC SALE' and enjoy experiences in South Korea and various other destinations.

■ Approximately 70% of South Korean Travelers are 'Food-motivated' - The Latest Trend is 'Experiential Dining'

'Gourmet food' is the most common primary purpose for South Korean travel, accounting for approximately 70%.

Among these, 'customizable gourmet food' like the South Korean frozen yogurt brand 'Yoajung' has garnered attention in recent years.
The experience of freely combining toppings and flavors has spread on social media, increasing the desire for a 'local experience' and becoming one of the motivations for young people to visit South Korea.

Source: [2026 Edition] 10-something girls' choice! What foods and sweets are likely to be popular this year?

https://cm-marketinglab.mynavi.jp/column/research_foodtrend26/

■ Beauty shifts from 'purchasing' to 'experiencing'. Seongsu area popular with Gen Z

Following gourmet food, beauty and cosmetic experiences are highly popular.
Among these, the Seongsu area in Seoul is currently attracting attention.

This area concentrates on 'experiential flagship stores' and pop-up stores where visitors can experience the brand's worldview with all five senses, making simply visiting an 'experiential content.'

Specifically:

・Custom cosmetic manufacturing experience through AI skin diagnosis

・Visiting 20-50 pop-up stores constantly operating

・Photo spots and limited workshops

These represent a shift from traditional 'travel for buying' to 'travel for experiencing.'

■ About Traveloka

Traveloka is Southeast Asia's leading all-in-one travel tech platform, providing reliable, world-class travel experiences to millions of users worldwide. Since its establishment in 2012, it has expanded its business to Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. With over 140 million app downloads, it is one of the most popular travel apps in Southeast Asia. As a Japanese legal entity, 'Traveloka Japan K.K.' was established with its headquarters in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo.

Traveloka's mission is to revolutionize the travel and lifestyle industry by making flight, hotel, and various experience bookings more seamless and intuitive. It aims to provide a comprehensive travel booking platform that enables travelers to easily plan their trips and enjoy richer experiences. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and a customer-centric approach, Traveloka seeks to redefine how people connect with the world and create more accessible and enjoyable travel experiences.

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