Lonely Planet Reveals the 25 Best Places to Visit in 2026
Lonely Planet’s 'Best in Travel 2026' highlights 25 must-see destinations worldwide, from Mexico City’s vibrant neighborhoods to Botswana’s wild landscapes.

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Andrew Collins covers global travel demand trends, airline capacity shifts, hotel pricing cycles, and tourism recovery patterns across major markets. His reporting focuses on seasonality, pricing volatility, infrastructure expansion, and how macroeconomic conditions influence travel flows. He analyzes booking data, occupancy rates, and destination performance to distinguish structural growth from short-term spikes. Andrew emphasizes data-driven context for readers planning strategically rather than impulsively. Based in New York, he follows economic history and endurance sports.
Lonely Planet’s 'Best in Travel 2026' highlights 25 must-see destinations worldwide, from Mexico City’s vibrant neighborhoods to Botswana’s wild landscapes.
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The Eiffel Tower closed its doors as nationwide strikes swept across France, disrupting transport, daily life, and the country’s most visited landmark.
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TBO Tek has acquired Classic Vacations for $125 million, gaining access to the U.S. luxury leisure travel market and positioning itself as a key player in high-end global travel distribution.
JTB Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Northstar Travel Group, aiming to expand into B2B media, events, and market intelligence while preserving the brand’s independence.
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