From historic port cities to remote frontiers, The New York Times’ 2026 list highlights destinations shaped by culture, sustainability, and global change.
U.S. airlines are working to restore Caribbean schedules after temporary airspace restrictions caused hundreds of cancellations and stranded tens of thousands of travelers during the peak holiday period.
Saudi Arabia is rolling out mandatory beach regulations and a centralized digital guide in 2026, reshaping how coastal tourism is managed across the Red Sea under Vision 2030.
Rome will begin charging tourists a small fee to access the Trevi Fountain’s inner viewing area in 2026, aiming to reduce crowding and protect one of the city’s most visited landmarks.
Brazil welcomed a record nine million international visitors in 2025, surpassing national targets and previous highs as tourism spending and arrivals surged across key regions.
Thailand has become the most booked international destination for Indian travelers during the year-end holiday season, surpassing the UAE as short-haul travel demand continues to rise.
Britain is heading into its busiest Christmas travel period ever, with record numbers expected on roads, railways, and at airports amid major engineering works and seasonal congestion.
MAST Travel Network has named longtime cruise and hospitality executive Andrew Davis as its new president and COO, effective January 2.
Delta Air Lines president Glen Hauenstein will retire in February 2026 after two decades, marking the end of a leadership era that reshaped the airline’s global network.
More than 122 million Americans are expected to travel over the year-end holidays, even as rising costs push travelers to rethink budgets, transport choices, and hotel stays.
Michele Saegesser has returned to Viking as vice president of sales and national accounts, resuming the role she held for more than two decades before retiring last year.
The U.S. Travel Association has partnered with The Great American Road Trip initiative to inspire domestic exploration ahead of America’s 250th birthday.
Travelers planning US trips may soon face stricter ESTA rules, including mandatory social media disclosure, expanded personal details, and new biometric checks.
Escalating clashes along the Thailand–Cambodia border are prompting new travel advisories, land border closures, and safety concerns. Here’s what travelers should know before planning a trip.
Euromonitor International has released its Top 100 Cities for 2025, with Paris once again crowned the world’s most attractive destination. Here’s what defines this year’s leading cities – and the global travel trends shaping the rankings.