Travel Trends for 2026: Ten Shifts Redefining How We Travel
New travel data for 2026 shows travelers rethinking how they plan, pay for, and experience trips, with AI, short getaways, wellness, and flexibility shaping the year ahead.
Base
In travel, base refers to a main location used as a starting point for trips or operations. It can describe a city where travelers stay while exploring nearby areas or a hub where airlines or tour companies operate from. Choosing a convenient base helps make regional travel easier and more efficient.
India Expands Visa-On-Arrival Access for UAE Travelers to Nine Major Airports
India has expanded its Visa-on-Arrival access for UAE nationals, adding three more airports and simplifying entry for short-term travel.
Delta Air Lines Unveils Delta Locals: A New Way to Plan Authentic Travel
Delta Air Lines has launched Delta Locals, a new digital platform designed to inspire travelers through insider recommendations from real residents across the globe.
Google Introduces New AI Tools to Transform How Travelers Plan and Book Trips
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
Google is rolling out powerful new AI tools – from global Flight Deals to Canvas trip planning and agentic booking – designed to simplify everything from itinerary building to reservations.
Japan to Raise Tourist Fees and Revamp Visitor Policies in 2026
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
Japan is set to raise visa charges, departure levies and tax-free shopping rules in 2026 as travel demand surges and authorities shift toward sustainable tourism.
Tourism Returns to Israel as Peace and Recovery Inspire Travelers
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
Following the ceasefire agreement and ongoing recovery efforts, Israel’s tourism industry is experiencing a powerful resurgence, welcoming visitors back to its historic cities and sacred landmarks.
Lonely Planet Reveals the 25 Best Places to Visit in 2026
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 4 mins read
Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in Travel 2026’ highlights 25 must-see destinations worldwide, from Mexico City’s vibrant neighborhoods to Botswana’s wild landscapes.
U.S. Cruise Travel to Reach Record 22 Million in 2026, Caribbean Leads the Wave
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
Nearly 22 million Americans are expected to take ocean cruises in 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year of growth, with the Caribbean remaining the top destination.
Wizz Air Opens New Base in Podgorica, Montenegro, Launching 14 New Routes for Summer 2026
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
Wizz Air will open a new base in Podgorica, Montenegro, in March 2026, adding 14 new destinations across Europe and boosting regional connectivity.
Secret Passage Beneath Rome’s Colosseum Opens to the Public
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
A newly restored underground passage once used by Emperor Commodus has opened to the public, offering a rare glimpse into the hidden world beneath Rome’s iconic Colosseum.