Agoda Spotlights Asia’s Best 'Skip-Gen' Destinations for Grandparents and Grandchildren Alike; Mysore listed #3
A new travel pattern is gaining momentum across Asia: “skip-gen” travel, where grandparents and grandchildren head off together while parents stay home, giving both generations a bond-building trip of their own and parents a well-earned break.
Skip-Gen Travel Highlights
- Concept: Grandparents and grandchildren travel together, parents stay home.
- Drivers: More active retirees + older travelers comfortable with digital booking.
- Benefits: Bond-building across generations, parents get a break, and itineraries are tailored for mixed-age groups.
Kanazawa, Japan
- Samurai-era charm similar to Kyoto, but less crowded.
- Attractions: Kenroku-en Garden, geisha districts, walkable old town.
- Activities: Gold-leaf craft workshops, 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.
- Pace: Compact and easy to explore at leisure.
Gyeongju, Korea
- Ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom.
- Sights: Royal burial mounds, pagodas, UNESCO temples.
- Accessibility: Flat, park-like layout; tandem bicycles available.
- Family Fun: Gyeongju World amusement park, illuminated Donggung Palace at night.
Mysore, India
- Calm, green, and safe — ideal for elders with children.
- Highlights: Mysore Palace with evening light show.
- Nature: Karanji Lake Nature Park, Regional Museum of Natural History.
- Leisure: Silk and sandalwood markets, wide roads, slower rhythm.
Lijiang, China
- UNESCO-listed Old Town with canals and Naxi wooden architecture.
- Scenic: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain via cable car.
- Climate: Mild, easy to navigate compared to larger cities.
Ninh Binh, Vietnam
- Limestone karsts and rice paddies, similar to Halong Bay.
- Activities: Gentle sampan boat rides, flat cycling routes.
- Family appeal: Spotting goats on cliffs, riverside homestays.
Tainan, Taiwan
- Taiwan’s oldest city, former capital.
- Attractions: Centuries-old temples, historic districts, waterfront parks.
- Family-friendly: Night markets, candy and craft workshops.
- Nostalgia: Reminds elders of Taiwan’s past, while engaging younger travelers.
Agoda’s Perspective
- Skip-gen travel is about shared itineraries that work for both generations.
- Emphasis on space, flexibility, and amenities in accommodations.
- August Mega Sale: Up to 60% off hotel bookings (17–31 August).
