Prague, Nov. 9 -- Demand among Czech travellers for long-haul destinations during the 2026-2027 Christmas and New Year holiday season continues to rise, with Vietnam, Thailand and Zanzibar attracting growing interest, while some Middle Eastern destinations are losing visitors amid regional conflicts.

Notably, searches for flights to Hanoi have increased 47% year-on-year.

According to travel company Student Agency, Hanoi has become one of the three most sought-after destinations among its customers this winter. Company spokesman Lukas Kubat said the trend could partly be driven by the launch of a new direct air route between Prague and Hanoi in October 2026. However, Bangkok and Phuket in Thailand remain the company's top-selling destina...